News for 'Festive Season'

How To Use BNPL Wisely

How To Use BNPL Wisely

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Before signing up for a BNPL plan, read the fine print carefully and watch for red flags like unclear repayment terms, vague information on interest or late fees, and marketing that downplays the cost of default.

Buying LED TV this festive season? Read this

Buying LED TV this festive season? Read this

Rediff.com18 Oct 2010

Ashish Narsale explains how some companies are promoting LED backlight TVs as LED TVs.

Halwa, puris behind death of 20 cows in Haryana?

Halwa, puris behind death of 20 cows in Haryana?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Over 20 stray cows were found dead in Hisar during the past three days, with health complications due to excessive consumption of food items like 'halwa', 'puri' offered by people a suspected reason behind the deaths.

Why SIP Beats EMI in the Long Run

Why SIP Beats EMI in the Long Run

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

EMI means you've already spent tomorrow's income; SIP means you're investing today's income to secure tomorrow, explains Ramalingam Kalirajan

FMCG players witness strong Q3 recovery

FMCG players witness strong Q3 recovery

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Driven by GST reforms, robust festive demand, and softening raw material prices, the FMCG industry expects volume-based growth, supported by a mid-single digit revenue rise and improved operating margins in the December quarter.

Automobile retail sales up 7.71% at 2,81,61,228 units in 2025: FADA

Automobile retail sales up 7.71% at 2,81,61,228 units in 2025: FADA

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Retail sales of vehicles across categories in India in 2025 grew by 7.71 per cent at 2,81,61,228 units as compared to 2,61,45,445 in 2024, with GST 2.0 helping overcome a subdued start to the year, Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations said on Tuesday.

8 Tips For Healthy Holiday Eating

8 Tips For Healthy Holiday Eating

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Make the most of the festive period with these 8 easy, evidence-based strategies designed to help you keep the extra kilos at bay.

Electric vehicle sales down 12% in November after festival-driven rush

Electric vehicle sales down 12% in November after festival-driven rush

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

In the e2W category, which accounts for more than 60 per cent of total EV sales, volumes fell 15 per cent to 118,944 units in November, compared to 139,787 units in the previous month

Beware of the 'Big Billion' sale wars this festive season!

Beware of the 'Big Billion' sale wars this festive season!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

Consider these six things before going crazy on the big sale war between Flipkart, Amazon and Snapdeal!

Did Sinners Deserve 16 Oscar Nominations?

Did Sinners Deserve 16 Oscar Nominations?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Having grossed nearly $370 worldwide, Sinners filled up Warner Bros coffers when many of the studio's key 2025 films lost money, and deserves its many Oscar nominations.

It's the festive season for initial offers, too

It's the festive season for initial offers, too

Rediff.com6 Oct 2009

Last month saw 30 companies filing their draft red herring prospectuses with the market regulator for initial public offers , a sharp increase from six in August and three in July this year. The Securities and Exchange Board of India received eight filings in September last year, the month the Lehman Brothers meltdown brought the world economy to its knees.

Car sales drive up thanks to wedding season, rural buy

Car sales drive up thanks to wedding season, rural buy

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Auto majors report positive sales figs for November.

City stalled, Liverpool blunt as New Year turns goal-shy

City stalled, Liverpool blunt as New Year turns goal-shy

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Second-placed City would have reduced Arsenal's advantage to two points but instead were frustrated as their winning streak in all competitions was halted at eight.

Over 2 years post Covid, consumer firms see strong festival sales

Over 2 years post Covid, consumer firms see strong festival sales

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

The festival season has already begun in the west and south of India with Ganesh Chaturthi and Onam, respectively, and consumer companies are witnessing a pick-up in sales compared to pre-Covid levels. Retailers, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and consumer durables companies expect their sales to grow in double digits this festival season compared to pre-pandemic times, as there are no curbs on movement now. Adani Wilmar expects sales volume to be higher by 15-20 per cent as rural India has largely witnessed good monsoon rains, and employment has picked up in urban areas.

8 Places To Be For A Perfect Christmas

8 Places To Be For A Perfect Christmas

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Which are some of most special places in the world to celebrate Christmas?

Shanaya, Janhvi, Ananya, Navya Turn BrideSquad For...

Shanaya, Janhvi, Ananya, Navya Turn BrideSquad For...

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The royal city of Udaipur played host to one of the most star-studded weddings of the season -- Deeya Shroff's grand celebration.

Triptii, Kriti, Priyanka Love This Experiment

Triptii, Kriti, Priyanka Love This Experiment

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Gone are the days when festive fashion meant only picking between a sari or a lehenga; this season, it's time to make a statement with fusion!

Realty firms upbeat on reforms, expect better affordability, project viability

Realty firms upbeat on reforms, expect better affordability, project viability

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Real-estate firms have welcomed the Goods and Services Tax Council's reforms, expecting better affordability for buyers, spurring demand. The council has reduced the rate on cement from 28 per cent to 18 per cent, while the rate on sand lime bricks or stone inlay work and granite blocks has been cut to 5 per cent from 12 per cent.

Industrial output grows 4% in August

Industrial output grows 4% in August

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The country's industrial production grew at 4 per cent in August, mainly due to better performance by the mining sector, according to government data released on Monday.

Consumer firms see double-digit growth on festive shopping

Consumer firms see double-digit growth on festive shopping

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Consumer durables firms and fashion retailers expect double-digit growth in value terms in the ongoing festival season as consumers have stepped up purchases during this period. They expect to see value sales growth upwards of 15 per cent, which is especially coming in from cities. However, volume growth may lag behind value growth.

The Sweet Rise of Indian Chocolates

The Sweet Rise of Indian Chocolates

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

India's craft chocolate makers are changing the market by using local cacao, creating bold new flavours, making chocolate both a luxury and a story.

From Shravasti to Meerut, Delhi car blast leaves trail of grief

From Shravasti to Meerut, Delhi car blast leaves trail of grief

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Families across North India are mourning the loss of loved ones killed in the Red Fort blast, as the investigation continues and security is heightened.

Diwali Box Office: Thamma Vs Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat

Diwali Box Office: Thamma Vs Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Let's see what the festive box office finally brings us.

Stocks of domestic-facing firms lag despite tariff-related hedge calls

Stocks of domestic-facing firms lag despite tariff-related hedge calls

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

To shield against US President Donald Trump's tariff shock, analysts have been advising investors to focus on stocks of domestic-oriented companies, rather than export-centric ones, to minimise potential losses.

Urvashi's Ultimate Beauty Secrets Revealed

Urvashi's Ultimate Beauty Secrets Revealed

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'I revel in the opulence of intricately embroidered lehengas that radiate festivity, yet I appreciate the refined elegance of a gracefully draped sari just as much.'

What Amazon Can Learn From Meesho

What Amazon Can Learn From Meesho

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

'The Indian consumer is moving so quickly and they have so many options.'

Equal work, unequal wages: pay gap persists for gig workers

Equal work, unequal wages: pay gap persists for gig workers

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Even as festive hiring for the year surged, wage parity between gig and permanent employees remained unresolved, with 47 per cent of respondents believing there is a pay gap, a report has revealed.

Car sales in fast lane in Sep on lower prices post GST rejig

Car sales in fast lane in Sep on lower prices post GST rejig

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Auto majors Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra reported robust sales in September as reduced price tags owing to GST rationalisation led to record demand in the Navaratri period. The month also saw Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra settling at number two and three positions, respectively in vehicle wholesales ahead of Hyundai Motor India.

3 key drivers for the markets this week

3 key drivers for the markets this week

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The decision to hike US H-1B visa application fee to $100,000, trade talks and the GST rate cut will be the key drivers for stock market movement this week, analysts said.

'Win the toss and...': Bavuma recalls Williamson's advice

'Win the toss and...': Bavuma recalls Williamson's advice

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Bavuma believes this group, unbeaten in full-strength Test series since coach Shukri Conrad took charge in 2023, has the maturity and belief to mount a serious challenge and win their only second series in India after 25 years.

India-Pakistan Final Sends Ad Rates Soaring

India-Pakistan Final Sends Ad Rates Soaring

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Advertisers will pay 18 lakh to 25 lakh per 10 seconds, a 10% to 20% increase over the last Asia Cup final.

Foreign investors, currency movement, macro data to drive markets

Foreign investors, currency movement, macro data to drive markets

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Stock markets are likely to trade in a range-bound manner in a holiday-shortened week where trading activity of foreign investors, currency movement and global macroeconomic data announcements are expected to drive sentiments, analysts said. Several global markets may see subdued activity on account of Christmas and New Year holidays, an expert said.

Dhanteras: The Festival Of Wealth

Dhanteras: The Festival Of Wealth

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Dhanatrayodashi is called Dhanteras and its twinkling lights set the mood of India's greatest and most popular festival -- Diwali, the festival of lights.

Shopping Madness: The Black Friday Phenomenon

Shopping Madness: The Black Friday Phenomenon

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

India has gained one more festival -- the season of Black Friday.

Pratibha Spices Her Outfits Up With...

Pratibha Spices Her Outfits Up With...

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

'I prefer keeping the aesthetics of the outfit intact but spice it up with unique jewellery. A bit of something western and something contemporary results in an interesting fusion.'

LG India profit declines 27.3%

LG India profit declines 27.3%

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

LG Electronics India saw its net profit decline by 27.3 per cent due to margin pressures witnessed in the second quarter. Its net sales in the quarter marginally rose 0.9 per cent to Rs 6,170.4 crore in the July-September quarter.

Maha bus workers end strike ahead of Ganesh festival

Maha bus workers end strike ahead of Ganesh festival

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

The employees called off the strike following government's assurance of a salary hike

Record Rs 474 Cr Insurance Cover For Ganesh Mandal

Record Rs 474 Cr Insurance Cover For Ganesh Mandal

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Of the Rs 474.4 crore insurance cover, the largest component -- Rs 375 crore -- has been allocated towards personal accident cover for volunteers.

Sobhita-Naga Chaitanya Celebrate Diwali

Sobhita-Naga Chaitanya Celebrate Diwali

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

It's Diwali in every home, and just like Bollywood, southern stars are celebrating too.

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Domestic PMI data, US Federal Reserve meeting minutes and the progress on India-US trade deal negotiations are likely to influence movement in the equity market in the week ahead, according to analysts. Moreover, the trading activity of foreign investors would also influence the equity market trends.