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India’s premium RTD story is no longer a metro phenomenon
India’s premium ready-to-drink market is expanding into Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, driven by rising incomes and changing consumer preferences, reshaping the FMCG landscape
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· Jul 7, 2026
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· Jul 1, 2026
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· Jul 8, 2026
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· Jun 30, 2026
India’s Fashion Influence Is Expanding Beyond Metros: Chandigarh Emerges Among Top Five Style Capitals in City Style Quotient 2026
New Delhi: India’s fashion landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. While Mumbai and Delhi continue to dominate as the country’s largest fashion markets, a new national study reveals that influence is increasingly shifting towards emerging urban centres where premium consumption, digital engagement and cultural identity are reshaping style preferences. The inaugural City Style Quotient (CSQ) 2026, released by A Diamond Is Forever India, ranks the country’s 20 leading fashion cities using a proprietary index based on ten measurable indicators. The study finds that Chandigarh, despite having a population of under 1.2 million, ranks among India’s five most influential fashion cities, outperforming significantly larger metros
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· Jun 29, 2026
Over 10% of luxury home sales now come from NRIs across key global markets: Whiteland's Sudeep Bhatt
India's luxury housing market is experiencing a structural transformation, attracting significant global capital, particularly from Non-Resident Indians. Dwarka Expressway is emerging as a prime destination, driven by infrastructure development and a shift towards branded, professionally managed residences. High-net-worth individuals now view luxury real estate as a key component of wealth planning, seeking both stability and enhanced lifestyle. This trend signals a durable momentum for the premium housing sector.
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