Multiplexes in major cities are more open to mid-budget and regional films, but tier-two and tier-three markets remain thinly served. As a result, the industry remains divided on whether the increasing volume of films can find adequate theatrical infrastructure. Recent deals that underscore the shift include Reliance Industries Ltd-owned Jio Studios’ acquisition of a 50.1%…
Experts said strong storytelling, direction, nostalgia or a powerful subject can pull crowds into theatres, but once the curtains fall, the attention quickly shifts elsewhere. The buzz belongs to the moment, not necessarily to the actors behind it. “Many films today are subject-led hits rather than star-led hits… Endorsement value depends on whether a star…
Four months ago, mass market shoe brand Campus dropped a peppy number starring Hindi film actor Kriti Sanon. The ad tried to bust myths about “strong” women, by literally bursting balloons bearing phrases like “too ambitious” and “know-it-all.” Sanon, clad in a casual red outfit, stamps on these balloons, while also showcasing the Campus line…
Three people aware of the developments said India is exploring alternative supply routes, expanding its supplier network, and building up its domestic reserves to ensure energy security. Risks escalated last week after Iran partially restricted movement through the Strait of Hormuz—a critical pass-through point for global crude oil and liquefied natural gas supplies. For India,…
The South American country has the second-largest source of rare earth and other critical mineral ores after China. Mint explains the development that comes a day after India formally joined the US-led alliance for the critical mineral global supply chain Pax Silica. Brazil is not a part of the alliance. What are rare earths and…
Days after the department of telecommunications (DoT) stepped in to direct Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) operator Adani Group to allow telcos to deploy mobile network in accordance with the law, it has now asked the Noida International Airport authority to do the same. In a letter to Yamuna International Airport (YIAPL), the telecom authority…
The segment is projected to account for more than a quarter of India’s retail apparel market by FY31, according to Redseer last year. Investors are also bullish about a new wave of apparel brands. Venture capital investors backed 28 fashion and apparel deals worth $213 million in 2025, compared with 21 deals worth $172 million…
The latest developments in AI are threatening to upend the business models of IT services companies. And more pain could be in store for their stocks. Source link
Bank holidays next week: Banks across India will be closed on two day next week, for fourth Saturday and Sunday weekend holiday, on 28 February and 1 March, respectively. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has listed a total of nine holidays during the month for all public and private lenders, including the State Bank…
Bank Holiday Today, February 21: All public and private sector banks will remain open today, February 21, since it is only the third Saturday of the month. All lenders, including SBI, HDFC Bank, PNB, ICICI Bank, and Axis Bank, will remain open in India. When do banks typically close? In India, banks have fixed leaves…