Nearly three months after GST rate reductions, the FMCG sector awaits a significant demand boost. While auto and durables saw immediate gains, consumer goods growth remains muted. Industry leaders predict clarity in coming quarters.
A Bengaluru shopkeeper cheated in a Dasara chit scheme wins a legal battle. The consumer commission ordered a ₹6,600 refund with interest and ₹8,000 compensation for mental agony. Read the full story.
India's goods exports soared 19% to $38.13 billion in November 2025, driven by engineering and electronics. Trade deficit narrowed to a five-month low of $24 billion. Details inside.
India's exports surged in November 2025, with US shipments up 22.6% to $7B and China exports skyrocketing 90.12%. Key drivers include electronics and engineering goods. Read the full analysis.
Ather Energy, Lenskart, and other consumer brands pivot to Tier 2-4 cities as rising incomes and digital adoption fuel explosive growth. Discover the strategy shift driving India's next consumption wave.
Andhra Pradesh lorry owners launch indefinite strike from Dec 9, halting goods transport from railway sheds & shipyards to protest massive hike in fitness fees for older vehicles. Read more.
A tragic accident at Madan Mahal station in Jabalpur claims two lives. A woman and child died after being hit by a goods train while crossing tracks. Read the full report.
Punjab's exports confront tariff realignments & market concentration. While engineering goods lead, the state's share in national exports declines. Can diversification & new FTAs build resilience?
A new RBI survey reveals Indian households expect inflation pressures to ease further, boosting consumer confidence and future spending outlook. Read the full details.
Russia agrees to boost market access for Indian goods and deepen cooperation in LNG, LPG, and coal gasification tech. A major win for India-Russia trade ties. Read more.
Odisha Police crack a major interstate burglary ring, arresting 14 and recovering stolen property worth ₹40 lakh. Details on the gang's modus operandi and police operation inside.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced a bill for a new cess on pan masala production. The revenue will fund health and security initiatives and be shared with states. Read the details.
India's consumer durables market is shifting from ownership to outcomes, with subscriptions leading growth to $35.7 billion by 2029. Discover how smart customers are driving this change.
From Trump's tariff retreat to Bihar's cash promises, political focus on immediate relief starves budgets for essential public goods like clean air and safe roads. Explore the costly trade-off.
Fitch Ratings revises India's GDP growth forecast for FY26 to 7.4%, citing strong consumer spending and GST reforms. It also predicts a December RBI rate cut to 5.25%. Read the full analysis.
The rupee's fall beyond Rs 90 against the US dollar may force price hikes of 3-10% on consumer electronics, cars, and beauty products from January, erasing GST cut benefits. Key details inside.
Noida's District Consumer Commission orders Reliance General Insurance to pay a policyholder's Rs 51,462 claim with interest, ruling that claims cannot be rejected on mere suspicion. Learn about the landmark decision.
Trichy consumer court penalises Amazon for delivering t-shirts instead of a mini projector to a differently-abled customer. Read the full story of the legal battle and the court's order.
India's GST revenue grew at a slower pace of 0.7% to Rs 1.70 lakh crore in November. Domestic transactions and services imports show mixed trends. Read the full analysis.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables two bills in Lok Sabha to levy a health cess on tobacco products, aiming to fund healthcare infrastructure and curb consumption.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces two key bills in Lok Sabha to increase excise duty on tobacco and raise cess on pan masala. The move aims to boost revenue and regulate consumption.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce two bills imposing new taxes on demerit goods. Learn how this affects prices and public health policy.
Indian government introduces new health and security cess on tobacco and pan masala to maintain prices after GST compensation phaseout. Bill to be presented in Lok Sabha.
APSRTC's Vijayawada zone achieves a record Rs 120 crore cargo revenue, driven by direct services to farmers' markets. Revenue expected to cross Rs 140 crore this year. Read more.
Tragic accident in Kaup, Udupi claims 5 migrant workers' lives after goods tempo overturns on NH66. 7 others injured in the devastating crash that highlights road safety concerns.
Ranga Reddy consumer commission mandates holiday resort to refund ₹1.8 lakh with interest and compensation for failing to honor membership commitment. Learn your consumer rights!
A major trailer fire erupted on the Ranchi-Ramgarh highway in Chutupalu valley after a collision with a goods auto. Both drivers were injured and hospitalized. Read for full details.
A Greater Noida woman wins a consumer case against Myntra. The company was ordered to refund Rs 7,009 with interest and pay Rs 4,000 in compensation for failing to process a return.
Unfilled positions in consumer redressal systems undermine trust as service failures evolve. Learn how vacancies impact consumer protection mechanisms and what needs urgent attention.
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