Premium FMCG brands see growth surge in India, constitute 50 pc of e-commerce sales

IANS | October 26, 2024 2:28 PM

Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) As private consumption surges especially in the rural parts of the country, premium brands in FMCG are consistently growing -- approximately twice as fast as their non-premium counterparts -- and 50 per cent of e-commerce sales stem from the premium and luxury segment, according to a new report.

India, Germany collaborate to boost research in advanced materials

IANS | October 26, 2024 9:24 AM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Underscoring the commitment to foster cutting-edge research that will drive innovation and address global challenges, India and Germany have signed a joint declaration to boost research and development in advanced materials.

Centre issues regulations to rate buildings for digital connectivity

IANS | October 25, 2024 8:59 PM

New Delhi, Oct 25 (IANS) In a bid to provide a seamless internet experience to millions of people, the government on Friday released new regulations that will rate buildings for digital connectivity and boost the collaboration between telecom service providers and property managers.