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Retail India News: Hitachi Energy Invests Rs 2, 000 Cr in Gujarat
11+ hour, 7+ min ago (1555+ words) Hitachi Energy has announced an investment of approximately Rs 2, 000 crore to establish a new Large Power Transformer (LPT) manufacturing facility in Karjan, Vadodara, Gujarat. The project is part of the company's broader strategy to expand its manufacturing capabilities in India…...
Beyond the Burn: How Smart Engagement is Replacing Discount-Led Growth
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (1562+ words) Let's be clear, cashback does have its advantages. Customers like getting money back, and it makes trying a new service feel less risky. For new players trying to break into tough markets, it has been a useful weapon to get…...
Pearl Academy Hosts Rahul Mishra, Masaba Gupta and Jayanti Reddy for AI-Focused Industry Talk
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (1582+ words) The Global Icons Series is a key component of Pearl Academy's experiential learning model, designed to connect students with accomplished entrepreneurs, industry experts and changemakers. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industry expectations by…...
Google's Chromebook Bets on Franchising to Scale Affordable Computing Across India
6+ day, 4+ hour ago (1661+ words) India has a massive technology gap. Almost everyone carries a smartphone today because mobile data is incredibly cheap and accessible. Yet, very few people actually own a computer. Out of 1. 4 billion people, over 600 million use mobile phones, but only 10 million…...
Retail Word of the Day: Voice Commerce (Meaning, Uses & Examples)
6+ day, 7+ hour ago (1679+ words) Voice Commerce refers to the process of searching, browsing, and purchasing products using voice-enabled devices and virtual assistants such as Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri. Instead of typing queries or navigating websites, consumers can use voice commands to discover products,…...
Retail Word of the Day: Cognitive Retail
1+ week, 13+ hour ago (1578+ words) Cognitive Retail is the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and advanced analytics to help retailers understand customer behavior, predict demand, automate decision-making, and deliver personalized shopping experiences. It enables retailers to transform data into actionable insights, creating smarter…...
Retail Word of the Day: Cognitive Retail (Meaning, Uses & Examples)
1+ week, 13+ hour ago (1609+ words) Cognitive Retail is the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and advanced analytics to help retailers understand customer behavior, predict demand, automate decision-making, and deliver personalized shopping experiences. It enables retailers to transform data into actionable insights, creating smarter…...
The Next E-Commerce Winners Will Be Built on Systems Not Shortcuts
1+ week, 3+ day ago (1649+ words) But the e-commerce environment of 2026 looks fundamentally different. In this environment, the next generation of successful e-commerce brands will not be built on shortcuts. They will be built on systems. The old e-commerce playbook relied heavily on aggressive customer acquisition…...
Retail Word of the Day: First-Party Data
1+ week, 3+ day ago (1676+ words) First-Party Data refers to information that a retailer or brand collects directly from its customers through its own channels and interactions. This data is gathered with customer consent from sources such as websites, mobile apps, loyalty programs, purchase history, surveys,…...
Meesho Partners with BSE to Support MSME IPO Readiness
1+ week, 3+ day ago (1669+ words) According to Meesho and BSE, many MSMEs and independent digital sellers face challenges in accessing growth capital despite demonstrating strong business performance. The initiative seeks to bridge this gap by creating a structured roadmap for businesses looking to transition into…...