India’s e-retail market hits $60B in 2024, poised to reach $190B by 2030 despite slower growth: Flipkart and Bain & Company

By 2030, grocery, lifestyle, and general merchandise are expected to account for two-thirds of the e-retail market and contribute 70% of incremental growth.

The consumption growth in India has dropped from 11% pre-Covid (2017–19) to 8% post-Covid (2022–24) due to rising inflation and stagnant real wages.

Meta introduces AI-powered marketing tools to help brands partner with creators

The layoffs have hit Oculus Studios—the arm responsible for virtual and augmented reality gaming on Meta’s Quest headsets.

Smarter content recommendations: Within the Partnership Ads Hub in Ads Manager, brands can now get personalised suggestions for organic branded content that is likely to perform well as a paid advertisement.

Delhi High Court addresses Dabur’s challenge to FSSAI’s juice label ban

Dabur noted it had begun label modifications under protest, citing significant market disruption from FSSAI’s notification, with trade partners temporarily halting procurement.

Dabur disputed FSSAI’s assertion that added water makes the claim misleading, arguing the water reconstitutes the juice to its natural state, not an added ingredient diluting quality. They draw parallels to reconstituted milk, where water is inherent but doesn’t alter its classification.

Toy Boom: How playtime is powering a $3 billion industry

The toy imports have declined by 52%, while exports have surged by an impressive 239%.

Government initiatives like the Quality Control Order (QCO) and higher import tariffs have boosted local manufacturing, reducing imports by 52% and increasing exports by 239%. E-commerce and quick commerce are reshaping sales, while global giants remain strong competitors.

Global Ads Spotlight: Michael CeraVe’s ultimate skincare prank that stole the Super Bowl thunder

From fake news to Cera’s hilarious "proof" of his involvement, the campaign masterfully kept audiences hooked. (Images: Ogilvy)

A conspiracy, A skincare legend, And Super Bowl shenanigans—how CeraVe made its big, bold play? Read and watch in our Global Ads Spotlight column.

India’s retail market to surpass $1.6 trillion by 2030, organized retail poised for rapid growth: Redseer

By 2030, grocery, lifestyle, and general merchandise are expected to account for two-thirds of the e-retail market and contribute 70% of incremental growth.

Despite this remarkable growth growth, the supply landscape remains highly fragmented and is expected to remain so in the long term, with regional and unbranded brands expected to contribute over 70% of the market by 2030.

Delhi HC to hear Tesla Inc’s trademark case against Tesla Power after mediation fails

Speaking during Tesla’s earnings call, Taneja explained that India’s 100% import duty on vehicles is a major concern, as it doubles the cost of a car and makes customers hesitant.

The case arises after mediation efforts fail to resolve the trademark dispute between the Elon Musk-owned Tesla Inc and the Indian company Tesla Power India Private Limited.

Brand Origins: Haldiram’s – From a Small Bikaner Shop to a Global Snack Empire

Haldiram Snacks Private Limited (Delhi) and Haldiram Foods International Private Limited (Nagpur) have merged together as one—Haldiram Snacks Food Private Limited (HSFPL). (Image Source: Web)

Today, Haldiram’s is available in 80+ countries, with a presence in Singapore, the UK, the Middle East, and even Japan. Whether you’re craving Masala Peanuts in Mumbai or Rasgulla in New York, Haldiram’s has become a bridge between Indian flavors and global audiences.

Instagram rolls out new school partnership program to address bullying

This move comes amid growing political and public pressure on social platforms to better protect minors online. As state-level age verification bills face legal hurdles in the US.

Instagram’s new “Schools Partnership Program” starts with a pilot open to all US middle and high schools. The initiative allows educational institutions to flag posts and accounts for quicker review, helping tackle harmful content more effectively.