Author: Mansi Jaswal

The tourism sector contributed 5% to India’s GDP in FY 23: Govt

The Ministry is encouraging state governments to adopt sustainable practices and integrate advanced technologies into their tourism projects.

The tourism sector’s contribution to India’s GDP saw a spark rise from 1.50 percent during the Covid pandemic to 5 percent in FY 2022-2023.

FMCG distributors demand govt action against unregulated quick commerce growth: Report

By prioritizing inclusive development—supporting disadvantaged groups, youth, farmers, and women—the budget strengthens purchasing power, further stimulating market demand. Additionally, initiatives aimed at boosting farm productivity, manufacturing, and exports—such as a national mission for high-yield crops and subsidized credit for farmers—will fortify supply chains and optimize input costs, ensuring long-term sectoral growth.

The All India Consumer Products Distributors Federation (AICPDF) noted that Q-commerce firms used 80 percent of the funds around customer acquisition strategies instead of creating cutting-edge innovations or sustainable growth models for the retail sector.

Flexibility, and career growth drive white-collar job market to 10% quarterly growth: Indeed

The July-September 2024 quarter saw 42 percent of job seekers looking for a new job, resulting in a 10 percent rise in hiring activit (Unsplash)

Indeed’s report mentioned that for job seekers, flexibility has become a non-negotiable factor when choosing new roles. Consequently, employers, eager to attract and retain top talent, are transforming traditional work models to meet these demands.

Consumers demand human-like AI interactions, trust AI agents with empathy: Report

With AI, dynamic product demos, interactive webinars, and live events will evolve into tools for deepening engagement and forging stronger connections, turning every interaction into an opportunity for lasting impact.(Image via Unsplash)

Personal AI assistants, like Siri and Alexa, have also become integral to daily life, leading consumers to expect assistant-driven experiences in customer service