News for 'luxury brands'

India to be home to 4.37 lakh millionaires by 2018: Study

India to be home to 4.37 lakh millionaires by 2018: Study

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Mumbai is the only Indian city in the top 30 cities in the world for multi-millionaires.

'We must buy less, buy better and wear it for longer'

'We must buy less, buy better and wear it for longer'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

''Fashion without a conscience is a ticking time bomb.'

How Tata Motors plans to shape the future of mobility in India

How Tata Motors plans to shape the future of mobility in India

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

With the theme 'Smart Mobility, Smart Cities', the company's display at the Auto Expo is focusing on intelligently-connected cities designed to offer convenience, safety, security, and efficiency to its customers.

Nirav Modi's Firestar Diamond files for bankruptcy in US

Nirav Modi's Firestar Diamond files for bankruptcy in US

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

Firestar Diamond, which on its website states that its operations span the US, Europe, the Middle East, the Far East and India, blamed liquidity and supply chain challenges.

Legendary Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld dies at 85

Legendary Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld dies at 85

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

The prolific fashion designer had given the Chanel's Paris haute couture show a miss in January due to ill health.

Are you a victim of lifestyle inflation? Here's help

Are you a victim of lifestyle inflation? Here's help

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

'Just like humans binge on food when they are depressed, they also tend to shop for instant gratification. which is just temporary. Please do not fall into this trap,' cautions Sheetal Jhaveri.

2 biggest hotel chains may see dip in profits

2 biggest hotel chains may see dip in profits

Rediff.com31 Mar 2009

Indian Hotels, which owns the luxury Taj brand of hotels, may see its profit decline 47 per cent to Rs 200 crore (Rs 2 billion) from Rs 377 crore (Rs 3.77 billion) last year for the fiscal ending March. EIH, a part of the Oberoi Group, is likely to see a profit figure of Rs 154 crore (Rs 1.54 billion) from Rs 223.6 crore (Rs 2.23 billion) , a fall of 31 per cent, a survey of analysts has said.

Supermodel Noyonika Chatterjee's hair styling tips

Supermodel Noyonika Chatterjee's hair styling tips

Rediff.com12 Aug 2017

'I realised the importance of grooming very early on in my career, because as a model, it is my job to sell the outfit.'

Splurging on wine and whisky is a smart investment!

Splurging on wine and whisky is a smart investment!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Uncorking the business of vintage wines and spirits.

9 Tips to Build a Business in the Lockdown

9 Tips to Build a Business in the Lockdown

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

Avoid high risk transactions even if they seem more profitable.

Moody's may downgrade Tata Motors

Moody's may downgrade Tata Motors

Rediff.com5 Jan 2008

This rating action follows the announcement by Ford Motor Company (Ford, which has a rating-B3/Stable) naming Tata Motors the preferred buyer for Ford's luxury Jaguar and Land Rover car brands.

Orient-Express rebuffs Tatas' proposal again

Orient-Express rebuffs Tatas' proposal again

Rediff.com11 Dec 2007

In a reply to Tatas' proposal for a possible association, Orient-Express, which owns New York's prestigious Club 9 Restaurants and a number of luxury hotel brands in the US and other countries, said in a statement that aligning with Tatas' "predominantly domestic Indian hotel chain" would adversely impact the brand value of its premium properties.

Versace's launch at Mumbai Trident as scheduled

Versace's launch at Mumbai Trident as scheduled

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

Donatella may attend Feb 2009 launch of Versace store in Delhi.

Porsche launches 911 Targa at Rs 1.78 crore

Porsche launches 911 Targa at Rs 1.78 crore

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Car comes in two variants - 911 Targa 4 and 911 Targa 4S.

Audi sets Indian roads ablaze as it races ahead of Merc

Audi sets Indian roads ablaze as it races ahead of Merc

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

Audi sold 10,851 units last year, higher than Mercedes-Benz, which sold 10,201 units.

Rolls-Royce to drive in new cars to India by '10

Rolls-Royce to drive in new cars to India by '10

Rediff.com12 Sep 2008

The company is also expanding its current portfolio in the country and will launch a new model, Phantom Coupe, this year, expected to be priced over Rs 3.5 crore (Rs 35 million). The BMW group company is currently developing the new range of cars at its facility in Goodwood, England.

Karnataka's Golden Chariot ready to roll

Karnataka's Golden Chariot ready to roll

Rediff.com10 Mar 2008

The Golden Chariot, Karnataka's first luxury tourist train, has made its debut on the tracks. The train has 11 plush and fully air-conditioned passenger cars, two restaurant cars, a bar cum conference hall, a gym car and a staff car. It was made with an investment of Rs 50 crore. Starting from Bangalore, the train's trip will end at Goa, where it's linked with the Deccan Odyssey. Its fare for one person for 7-day journey is $3395 (about Rs 1.36 lakhs) during the peak season.

Volkswagen T-Roc: In the presence of true power

Volkswagen T-Roc: In the presence of true power

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

Quality-wise, and on the fun-to-drive scale, the T-Roc is in a league of its own, notes Pavan Lall.

Audi to launch R8 in India by year-end

Audi to launch R8 in India by year-end

Rediff.com21 Jul 2008

German luxury car manufacturer Audi would launch its acclaimed sports car R8 in India in October-November as it seeks to build the brand in this market, a top official of Audi India said.

BMW launches M3 sedan @ Rs 1.19 cr, M4 coupe @ Rs 1.21 cr

BMW launches M3 sedan @ Rs 1.19 cr, M4 coupe @ Rs 1.21 cr

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

Both the models would be available across the country as completely built up units, the car maker said.

Now, test drive a Porsche cell phone

Now, test drive a Porsche cell phone

Rediff.com15 Jun 2007

Designed by Porsche, but engineered and manufactured by France-based Sagem, the $1,600 handset will debut in Britain, Dubai, and other overseas markets later this year

Tata takes umbrage at Orient's rejection

Tata takes umbrage at Orient's rejection

Rediff.com21 Dec 2007

Tata Group on Wednesday accused the management of a US-listed luxury hotel group of a "fossilised frame of mind" for suggesting the Indian group's hotel chain would be an unsuitable strategic partner, and has demanded a public apology.

Mercedes CLA is just right for the hip and happening crowd

Mercedes CLA is just right for the hip and happening crowd

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

The car doesn't have any major flaws. It looks gorgeous and is offered with some attractive colours too.

Infiniti to debut in India

Infiniti to debut in India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2007

Cars from Infiniti are priced in the range of $34,000-$52,000 (Rs 16 lakh to Rs 21 lakh) in the US market.

The Mercedes Man

The Mercedes Man

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

Roland Folger has told the ministries concerned that they are cutting India off from the rest of the world by making it a highly protected market, the Mercedes Benz India CEO & MD tells Ajay Modi.

Lexus NX 300h is a calm and composed crossover

Lexus NX 300h is a calm and composed crossover

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Lexus continues its hybrid offensive in the country with the new NX midsize luxury SUV that eyes the popular Mercedes-Benz GLC and the Range Rover Evoque, among others

Mercedes-Benz unveils new B Class at Rs 27.95 lakh

Mercedes-Benz unveils new B Class at Rs 27.95 lakh

Rediff.com11 Mar 2015

Power and torque outputs have been upped.

Spencer's scouts for global allies

Spencer's scouts for global allies

Rediff.com9 Mar 2007

Spencer's Retail, part of the Rs 11,000 crore (Rs 110 billion) RPG group, is looking for foreign retail partners for foraying into luxury retail as well as strengthening its presence in consumer electronics.

Before Rahul Gandhi's Rs 70,000 jacket, there was Modi's Rs 10 lakh suit

Before Rahul Gandhi's Rs 70,000 jacket, there was Modi's Rs 10 lakh suit

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

5 other politically-charged fashion choices in recent times.

ITC follows the Aashirvaad trail

ITC follows the Aashirvaad trail

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

Today Aashirvaad, ITC says, has 75 per cent of the market.

Heaven is a place on earth. Indian earth

Heaven is a place on earth. Indian earth

Rediff.com24 May 2018

From Dudhwa to Veppathur and Havelock Island, the Indian tourism market is booming like never before.

Sanjay Dutt to gift Nano to girlfriend

Sanjay Dutt to gift Nano to girlfriend

Rediff.com11 Jan 2008

The actor seems to be in love with the new car, launched by the Tatas.

This year will see cars and bikes for every budget

This year will see cars and bikes for every budget

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

There's a car and bike to match every personality and every budget in 2018, say P Tharyan and Joshua David Luther

'Porsche will grow with new models'

'Porsche will grow with new models'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2007

On the sidelines of the opening of its Mumbai showroom, Deesch Papke, managing director, Porsche Middle East and Africa, spoke about the company's India plans to Business Standard.

Kingfisher House auction fails again; no bidder turns up

Kingfisher House auction fails again; no bidder turns up

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

Prospective bidders had earlier termed the reserve price as too high, while multiple legal woes of Mallya-led UB Group are also being cited by many as reasons for lack of interest in buying this property

Estee Lauder, Jean Paul Gaultier plan India foray

Estee Lauder, Jean Paul Gaultier plan India foray

Rediff.com30 Mar 2007

Buoyed by the success of Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior among upper circuit Indian consumers, other French luxury lifestyle majors Estee Lauder Companies Inc and Jean Paul Gaultier have also announced plans to set shop in India.

Bentley Azure @ Rs 3.8 crore

Bentley Azure @ Rs 3.8 crore

Rediff.com18 Sep 2007

The luxury convertible Bentley Azure is priced at Rs 3.8 crore or Rs 38 million ($936,906).

'India has an enormous pool of talent'

'India has an enormous pool of talent'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Lakme Fashion Week Gen Next designer, Chandrima Agnihotri, tells Rediff.com what she has planned for her runway debut.

Hugo Boss not to foray into Indian retail now

Hugo Boss not to foray into Indian retail now

Rediff.com8 Apr 2006

Hugo Boss intends to focus on frachisees in India.

How marquee hotels getting ready for post-lockdown biz

How marquee hotels getting ready for post-lockdown biz

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Executive lounges with happy hours, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, and complimentary services have been the norm - but not anymore.