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The Franchising World Magazine - July-August 2025

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In this issue

Startups Revamping India's Biz Landscape
The July-August Edition of The Franchising World showcases the entrepreneurial renaissance sweeping India’s startup ecosystem. We have featured Brand’s who are the OG (Original) innovators, from heritage houses embracing technology to pioneers in lab-grown diamonds crafting sustainable luxury. We bring to you a cover story as timeless as it is inspiring, the journey of Liberty, the footwear icon that has walked through decades with innovation in its stride and is now setting its sights on an even bolder future. Adding the power punch to these pages are exclusive conversations with leaders who are scripting India’s next growth stories — Zepto racing ahead in the quick commerce arena, Zivame redefining intimate wear retail and many more.

Small Town India, Big-Time Retail: How V-MART is leading the value fashion wave

In an engaging conversation, Lalit Agarwal, Chairman & Managing Director of V-Mart, shares insights into the company's growth journey, its ongoing transformation, and his bold vision for the future.

3 mins

India's Q-Commerce Trailblazer: Zepto's Formula for Scalable Success

Zepto began as a pandemic-era necessity, a WhatsApp-led grocery delivery service designed to help people access daily essentials quickly.

4 mins

GOLD Shines Through

How India's Jewellery Industry is Thriving Despite Price Pressures

5 mins

STEPPING BOLDLY AHEAD HOW LIBERTY SHOES IS BALANCING LEGACY & INNOVATION

For over seven decades, Liberty Shoes has been an integral part of India's footwear story. From being a household name associated with trust and comfort to becoming a brand synonymous with design innovation, technology, and omnichannel retail, Liberty has walked the long road of transformation with optimism and foresight. Today, under the leadership of Anupam Bansal, Executive Director of Liberty Shoes Ltd., the brand is scripting its next chapter — one that blends heritage with a bold, future-ready vision.

4 mins

D'Decor: Weaving the Future of Beautiful, Intelligent Homes

From a modest textile operation to one of the world's largest home furnishing brands, D'Decor has reimagined the role of fabrics in modern living. Established in 1999, the brand has grown into a global name trusted in over 65 countries, defined by innovation, elegance, and a deep understanding of evolving consumer lifestyles.

2 mins

Scaling with Style: CaratLane's MD on Growth, Tech, & Trust

In this exclusive interview, Saumen Bhaumik, Managing Director of CaratLane, shares insights into the brand's evolution from a digital-first disruptor to an omnichannel powerhouse. Drawing from his decades-long journey with Titan, he discusses CaratLane's strategic expansion, tech-led innovations, and the rising demand for lightweight, everyday jewellery that reflects modern consumer aspirations.

1 mins

AMANTÉ: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF WOMEN INTIMATE WEAR

In this exclusive interview, Deepak Jain, CEO of amanté, shares insights into the brand's journey, its bold expansion plans, and how amanté is redefining intimate wear for the modern Indian woman.

2 mins

AYUSH TAINWALA ON LAVIE "BAGGING" ITS PLACE IN RETAIL INDUSTRY

In this exclusive interview, Ayush Tainwala, CEO, Bagzone Lifestyles Pvt Ltd shares Lavie’s success story, driven by a sharp focus on innovation, franchising, and technology adoption.

2 mins

FASHION FOR EVERY INDIAN: INSIDE RELIANCE RETAIL'S BOLD VISION WITH FASHION WORLD

In a rapidly evolving India, where style and self-expression are becoming essential across all social segments, one retail giant is redefining what it means to be fashionable, accessible, and inclusive. Devtosh Jha, Business Head, Fashion World, gives us a sneak peek into Fashion World by Reliance Retail as it writes a dynamic new chapter in value fashion especially for Bharat.

2 mins

CRACKING THE CODE OF SCALABILITY: HOW INDIA'S RETAIL TITANS ARE BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

Retail scale today is not about opening the most stores, it's about opening the right stores in the right places, with the right customer experience.

2 mins

FRANCHISE FAST FORWARD: WHAT WORKS IN BHARAT'S NEXT 1,000 TOWNS

Today's success in franchising is being defined by how well a local entrepreneur can deliver immersive experiences, embrace technology smartly, and localise the brand

3 mins

HOW THE STARTUP SPARKLE IS DISRUPTING THE TRADITIONAL DIAMOND INDUSTRY

Once powered by natural diamonds, India's cut and polished diamond (CPD) sector is now grappling with the rapid rise of lab-grown diamonds (LGDs). Backed by growing demand for sustainability, ethics, and affordability, LGDs are now a fast-growing alternative disrupting a centuries-old industry. At the forefront of this shift are nimble, innovation-led startups that have scaled rapidly to challenge legacy diamond businesses— bringing fresh branding, advanced technology, and global ambitions to the fore.

5 mins

HOW BIG BUSINESS HOUSES ARE TAPPING INTO THE POWER OF FASHION APPAREL START-UPS

India's fashion industry is in the middle of a digital revolution—and big business houses are taking notice. Instead of building brands from scratch, legacy conglomerates like Reliance Retail and Aditya Birla Group are snapping up nimble, digital-first fashion start-ups. Read to know how these acquisitions are rapidly re-shaping the fashion retail landscape.

3 mins

FROM FRANCHISEE TO BRAND BUILDER: HOW AN ENTREPRENEUR SCALED SUCCESS ACROSS FOOD, FASHION & JEWELLERY BIZ

For Shikhar Kohli, Director of Yulicious Hospitality, franchising not only shaped his entry into business but helped him build a multi-category portfolio across food and lifestyle sectors-starting with La Pino'z Pizza.

2 mins

The Simplest Growth Tool

If you want to create long-term value, start replying to everyone you hear from.

2 mins

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The Franchising World Magazine Description:

Publisher: Franchise-India-Holdings-Ltd

Category: Business

Language: English

Frequency: Quarterly

The Franchising World, India's most comprehensive and leading end-to-end business and franchise magazine, has become a benchmark in its 14th year of existence. Since its inception in 1999, this monthly publication has become an essential success tool for the investing community. The magazine is a platform where you will find information of companies looking for partners in various categories of business. There are articles which guide you on how to start and run a business with latest updates in the franchise industries.