Retailer Magazine - July - August 2025

EMBEDDING CIRCULARITY IN INDIA'S TEXTILE REVOLUTION

India's ambition to scale its textile sector to $300 billion by 2030 must go hand in hand with sustainable practices. By embedding circularity—reusing, recycling, and extending the life of materials—into its growth strategy, the industry can balance economic expansion with environmental responsibility, setting a global example for sustainable manufacturing.

CONVENIENCE TO LIFESTYLE: RTC'S BIG LEAP IN INDIA

84 percent of consumers believe frozen snacks allow them to enjoy restaurant-style food at home, while 73 percent say they taste just as good as freshly prepared meals.

CHARTING ROAD TO RS 1,200 CR REVENUE

While instant noodles remain the company's core growth category, CG Foods is also investing in adjacent segments like snacks, sauces, and pasta.

How Private Labels Are Disrupting the Grocery Retail Market

The Indian grocery retail landscape is undergoing a quiet but powerful disruption with the rapid rise of private labels. From e-commerce giants like Amazon and Flipkart to new-age retailers such as BigBasket and Organic World, players are driving significant growth through their own grocery brands across categories like staples, snacks, dairy, and home care. No longer seen as just value-driven alternatives, these labels are reshaping the market with strong consumer loyalty and impressive growth, competing head-on with traditional FMCG leaders.

INSTAMART: POWERING INDIA'S 10-MINUTE ECONOMY

Instamart has transformed quick commerce in India from a bold experiment into a Rs 5,655 crore business that now serves over 11 million monthly users across 125+ cities. CEO Amitesh Jha credits its success to a deep hyperlocal supply chain, AI-powered operations, and a \"go deeper, not wider\" strategy that prioritizes sustainability, assortment, and trust.

MADAME EYES 11 NEW STATE CAPITALS TO GROW

Currently, about 11 percent of its revenue comes from pure-play online channels, including marketplaces and own D2C web store.

THE RISE OF MATCHA BEAUTY: HOW THE GREEN POWDER IS INFLUENCING BEAUTY TRADITIONS

From a Japanese tea ritual to a global skincare phenomenon, matcha has become a multi-billion-dollar beauty category, prized for its antioxidants, vitamins, and caffeine that calm, protect, and energize the skin.

NASHER MILES AIMS RS 180-CR REVENUE THIS FISCAL

The brand aims for 10 stores by the end of the financial year.

INDIA'S IPO LANDSCAPE 2025: BIG BRANDS LINING UP

ACER LOOKS TO TOUCH 300 STORE MARK IN 2025

Recognizing the increasing digital appetite in smaller markets, Acer is actively investing in Tier II and III cities.

FESTIVE SEASON 2025: LOGISTICS FIRMS BRACE FOR PEAKS, PRESSURE, AND NEW RETAIL DEMANDS

From AI-driven carrier allocation to multimodal networks and omnichannel readiness, logistics leaders are rewriting their festive playbook to keep pace with the evolving demands of retailers and shoppers alike.

HOW CINEPOLIS AND CRAX ARE TRANSFORMING IN-CINEMA FOOD EXPERIENCE

Cinépolis and Crax are showcasing how two industries-cinema and packaged food-can come together to craft memorable experiences and long-term business growth.

IT IS INDIA'S TIME TO SHINE

Tariffs should be looked at as a boon and will truly be an instigator for Indian Brands to achieve world growth

MIA BY TANISHQ EYES 1 MN CUSTOMERS BY FY28

Mia by Tanishq, the contemporary fine jewelry brand from the house of Titan, has been steadily carving its niche as the go-to choice for modern, everyday jewelry in India. With over 240 standalone stores across the country, the brand has now taken a significant step in strengthening its retail footprint with the launch of its new flagship store at South Extension, Delhi — a premium, high-potential catchment that has been on the brand's radar for a while.

JEWELRY RETAILERS BET BIG ON FRANCHISING AND TIER II CITIES FOR EXPANSION

India's jewelry market is undergoing a retail boom, with brands aggressively expanding through franchising, shop-in-shop formats, and omnichannel strategies. From Tier II & III cities to diaspora-driven global markets, players are racing to build accessible and trusted footprints.

DONER SHACK BETS BIG ON INDIA: GLOBAL CEO SANJEEV SINGHERA SHARES EXPANSION

The brand has committed to an all-franchise model in India, with plans to open 150 stores in five years.

BEYOND BORDERS: HOW AZURE HOSPITALITY IS TAKING INDIAN DINING GLOBAL

The company is exploring opportunities in regions with a strong appetite for Indian and Asian cuisines.

How Food Brands Are Growing Through Collaborations

Food brands in India are increasingly turning to smart collaborations to boost visibility, spark consumer excitement, and drive long-term growth.

CRAFTING LEGACY, SCALING LUXURY

Rohan Narang on shaping Hazoorilal Legacy for the next generation of jewellery buyers.