PUNE: The world’s most loved Swedish home furnishings retailer, IKEA, is set to open its doors to the homes and hearts of Punekars with its very first city store at Phoenix Mall, Viman Nagar, on 12 March.

Spread across 32,000 sq. ft., the store makes it convenient for customers to explore and shop for their homes- bringing well-designed, good quality, and affordable home furnishings closer to Pune. Thoughtfully curated for the city, the store highlights over 1,900 products, with 1,700 available for immediate takeaway and an additional 4500 that can be ordered easily. Customers can walk through inspiring room settings designed for Pune homes, plan their spaces using digital tools, and receive personalised support- from interior planning to expert home furnishing advice. With a Swedish Café serving classic IKEA favourites and local treats, the store offers a warm, family-friendly experience in a compact format.

After six years of being welcomed into Pune homes via online deliveries and serving 400,000 customers in this city, IKEA has learned what life at home truly looks like in the city- practical, evolving, and full of everyday ambition. The new store builds on the love of 200,000 IKEA Family members, shaped by a deep understanding of how Punekars live, grow, and make space for what matters.

From young professionals and students setting up their first homes, to growing families and pet parents creating warm, functional spaces, Pune’s homes beautifully balance aspiration with affordability. In a city known for its smart 2–3 BHKs and compact apartments, every square foot matters and every corner carries a story of real, everyday life at home.

It is why many Punekars are choosing smart, multi-functional furniture, calming earthy tones, and eco-friendly designs that bring comfort without compromising on value. These choices reflect how the city lives- practical, thoughtful, value-conscious, and always adapting as life evolves. IKEA’s range is designed with exactly this in mind, offering flexible, space-saving, and sustainable solutions that fit seamlessly into the way Pune truly lives.

Patrik Antoni, CEO, IKEA India, said, “We have learned so much from the way this city lives- practical yet ambitious, rooted yet forward-looking, and increasingly mindful about sustainable living. That inspires us. With this store, we are not just opening doors; we are further strengthening our promise to make everyday life at home better for many more people and to expand IKEA’s presence in Maharashtra. Pune has been at the heart of our India journey for many years. Our main distribution centre here supports our stores across the country, making Pune a vital part of our value chain. Today, opening our first store in this city feels both proud and personal.”

IKEA reaches over 300 million visitors across India through its online and offline channels and has a strong base of over 3 million IKEA Family members. With large-format stores, city stores, Plan and Order Points, and e-commerce, IKEA India continues to strengthen its presence across the country to reach more Indian homes and help create a better, more joyful everyday life for the many people.

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Designed with Nike’s latest global store identity concept, the flagship offers an immersive and premium environment that keeps the athlete and the everyday mover at the centre of the journey. The store is built to serve Pune’s strong fitness community, from runners and trainers to those who look for sport-inspired style as part of everyday life.

The Nike store at Phoenix Marketcity Pune showcases Nike’s most iconic global categories, including Jordan, Air Force 1, and Dunks, along with a curated mix of performance, lifestyle, running, and training essentials. The product selection reflects Nike’s latest offerings while ensuring customers have access to key franchise collections.

The grand opening witnessed an energetic turnout, with Pune’s fitness enthusiasts, influencers, and bloggers coming together to experience the new store and celebrate this landmark moment for the city.

Anshuman S. Bharadwaj, Senior Centre Director, Phoenix Malls [Pune], said, “Phoenix Marketcity Pune has always been a destination where the city discovers the best in retail and experiences. Viman Nagar is at the heart of a highly active catchment, and the community here values fitness and movement. Bringing Nike’s flagship store to this location is a strong addition to our brand portfolio, and it creates a fresh reason for customers to visit, explore, and return. We are proud to host a launch of this scale and bring an experience that matches Pune’s pace and ambition.”

With its inspiring product curation and athlete-focused experience, the new Nike flagship at Phoenix Marketcity Pune stands out as a destination where every athlete and everyday mover can find their perfect fit.

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The festive store was transformed into a hub of colour, lights, and excitement, perfectly capturing the joy of Diwali. From stunning festive wear to statement accessories, dazzling jewellery, and beauty essentials, the new Diwali Collection is designed to make every celebration shine.

Kavindra Mishra, Customer Care Associate, Managing Director & CEO at Shoppers Stop, said, “Shoppers Stop has always been the ultimate shopping and gifting destination for our customers. This year’s Diwali Collection has been curated with care to bring together premium brands, festive fashion, and thoughtful gifting options for the entire family. We are delighted that actor Tejasswi Prakash unveiled the collection at our Wakad store, adding sparkle to the festive celebrations and making the launch even more special for our customers in Pune and across India.”

Speaking about the launch, Tejasswi Prakash said: “Diwali is my favourite festival because it’s all about lights, laughter, and love. The Shoppers Stop Diwali Collection is exactly what you need to celebrate in style, and their ‘Gifts of Love’ collection makes finding the perfect gift for your loved ones effortless. It’s elegant, trendy, and has something for every occasion. I loved meeting fans and sharing this festive moment with them. It truly felt like a Diwali celebration inside the store!”

The event was full of festive cheer, and fans had the chance to interact with Tejasswi. She explored the new collection, shared her favourite picks, and encouraged everyone to embrace their festive style. With over 500+ premium brands and 120,000+ styles, Shoppers Stop ensures that customers can find everything they need under one roof — from ethnic wear and accessories to home décor and fragrances — making it the ultimate destination for festive shopping.

Whether you prefer shopping online or in-store, Shoppers Stop offers a seamless shopping experience. Visit your nearest store or discover our latest collections and exclusive offers online at www.shoppersstop.com.

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Siddharth Shah Said, “The CSJ Suvarna Safar initiative is an extension of the brand’s commitment to providing customers with unique experiences by blending tradition with innovation. A luxury bus has been transformed into a fully-equipped jewelry showroom, allowing customers to experience the joy of shopping for jewelry in the comfort of their own neighborhoods.”

The mobile showroom will feature an exquisite collection of gold, diamond, and silver jewelry, with experienced experts from Chandukaka Saraf Jewels available to guide customers through their purchases. The ‘CSJ Suvarna Safar’ journey begins on September 22, 2025, and will visit rural areas across Maharashtra, he added.

Siddharth Shah stated that this initiative aims to reach customers who may not have been able to visit their stores before, offering them an exclusive collection of modern designs and stunning varieties of gold, diamond, and silver jewelry. Additionally, Chandukaka Saraf Jewels is launching a grand festive offer for its customers during the upcoming Dussehra and Diwali season, which will be applicable in the mobile showroom as well.

The ‘CSJ Suvarna Safar’ initiative is a unique blend of tradition, trust, and convenience, bringing the beauty of jewelry to customers’ doorsteps.

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MUMBAI: Swiggy (Swiggy Ltd, NSE: SWIGGY / BSE: 544285), India’s leading convenience platform, today shared that Ganesh Utsav was celebrated with full fervor across the country with the favorite festive delicacy- the modak. During Ganesh Utsav (between August 26 and September 3, 2025), customers across India ordered a staggering 2,28,102 modaks on the Swiggy platform.

A week of celebrations

The appetite for modaks remained strong throughout the festive week. Orders on the Swiggy platform tripled in just a day, increasing from 29,674 orders on August 26 to peaking at 1,02,045 orders on Ganesh Chaturthi, August 27. The platform witnessed over a 35% increase in orders compared to last year’s Ganesh Chaturthi.

Maharashtra tops the Modak Charts as India celebrates

Maharashtra led the Ganesh Utsav celebrations, with Mumbai accounting for 69,240 modak orders and Pune for 30,433. They were followed by Nagpur, Nashik, and Amravati in Maharashtra.

With the festive cheer spreading across the country, while Mumbai and Pune topped the charts through the Ganesh Utsav week nationally, Bengaluru took third place, followed by Delhi and Kolkata. Emerging cities joined in the festivities as well, with Nashik, Vadodara, Surat, Dehradun, and Patna being the top 5.

The evolving Modaks

From classic Ukadiche Modaks in Maharashtra to Kesar and Mawa favorites across India, Swiggy’s data reflects how tradition and convenience played a central role in Ganesh Utsav 2025.

Nationally, Mawa Modak (8742 orders) emerged as the top choice, followed by Kesar Modak, Coconut Modak, Ukadiche Modak, and Kaju Modak.

In Maharashtra, tradition ruled—Ukadiche Modak led with 4,460 orders, followed by Mawa and Malai. Smaller pack sizes were popular too, with Mawa Modak (2 pcs) recording 2,983 orders.

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INDIA: In an unprecedented celebration of shopping convenience, Instamart, India’s pioneering quick commerce platform, today announced the launch of its inaugural annual mega sale and India’s quickest sale, Instamart Quick India Movement 2025. The sale brings shoppers exciting offers with quick delivery, creating a shopping experience like never before. The sale is set to go live on both the Instamart app and the Swiggy app from September 19 to September 28, 2025.

Customers can look forward to massive discounts ranging from 50-90% off*, with significant markdowns across electronics, kitchen and dining, beauty and personal care, toys, and more, delivered in just 10 minutes*. With over 50,000 products on offer, Instamart is reimagining festive shopping by bringing the speed and convenience of quick commerce to the season’s biggest offers.

Bank offers: To maximize savings, shoppers can get an instant 10% off up to ₹1000* with all Axis Bank Credit Cards.

Brought to customers in partnership with boAt, Philips, Bergner, Pampers, and in association with Airwick and Nestasia, the Quick India Movement Sale brings India’s most loved and trusted brands at unbeatable prices across a wide range of categories.

Electronics – Mobiles, Projectors, Audio

Blockbuster deals on popular smartphones like OnePlus, Oppo, Xiaomi, POCO, and realme, and gadgets and appliances from boAt, JBL, Philips, Realme, GoBoult, Lifelong, Nu Republic, Noise, Portronics, Marshall, and others.

Home & Kitchen

From style to functionality, discounts on leading names such as D’Decor, Cello, Prestige, Bergner, Nestasia, Borosil, and Scotch Brite. Blockbuster bargains include products like air fryers, premium linen sets, dinner sets, cleaning essentials, and more.

Baby & Personal Care

Unmissable offers on everyday personal care staples with brands like L’Oréal Paris, Pampers, Philips, Himalaya, Nivea, and Dove, among others.

Everyday Essentials

The sale will also offer great value on daily essentials, with leading names such as Ariel, Aashirvaad, Airwick, and Mortein. To complement indulgent festive shopping, there will be irresistible deals on Ferrero Rocher, Haldirams, Kellogg’s, India Gate, The Whole Truth, and household essentials from Origami—ensuring convenience meets celebration this festive season.

Toys & Family Fun

Adding to the festive excitement, shoppers can discover deals on family-favorite toy brands like Barbie, LEGO, and Monopoly—making the Quick India Movement a one-stop destination for festive gifting and family entertainment.

Backed by cutting-edge technology and logistics innovation, the sale ensures that every deal is delivered with the industry-leading speed and reliability Instamart customers have come to expect. More than just festive-scale offers, Instamart Quick India Movement makes convenience, choice, and value instantly accessible to everyone.

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INDIA: Coromandel International Limited, one of India’s leading agri-solutions providers, marked a major milestone with the inauguration of its 1000^th Gromor retail store in Kashti Village, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra. ‘Apla Gromor’ store represents Coromandel’s deepening engagement with India’s farming community and growing footprint in the region.

The milestone event was graced by Mr. Arun Alagappan, Executive Chairman, and
Mr. S. Sankarasubramanian, Managing Director & CEO of Coromandel International Limited, along with the company’s senior leadership.

Coromandel forayed into Rural Retail centers in the year 2007 under the “My Gromor” brand and has since grown to become one of the largest rural retail chains in the country, providing a wide range of agri inputs and services to the farming community in the Southern states. With overwhelming responses from the farmers with regard to extension activities, quality products, and service offerings, Coromandel has been expanding the network beyond Southern states and has entered Maharashtra, wherein it has reached the milestone of 1000^th Store and has drawn up plans to double the network over the next 2 years. 

With these 1000 company-owned, company-operated stores across five states – 766 Mana Gromor in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, 195 Namma Gromor in Karnataka, 23 Namadu Gromor in Tamil Nadu, and 16 Apla Gromor in Maharashtra — the network now serves over 3 million farmers. These outlets are supported by a dedicated team of over 5000 people who connect with farmers on a day-to-day basis for various extension activities to support in enhancing their yield and farm productivity.

The Gromor retail network is complemented by digital solutions MyGromor app, which offers farm-specific advisory, product pricing, and image-based pest and disease detection. With over 1 million users, the app already drives 15% of store sales. Farmers further benefit from transparent pricing through auto-generated invoices and SMS updates, as well as doorstep delivery and IoT-enabled farm advisory services.

Each ‘My Gromor’ center serves as a one-stop destination for farmers, offering a complete range of agri-inputs—bulk, specialty, and organic fertilizers, crop protection, biologicals, cattle feed, and farm implements—along with value-added services such as soil and carbon testing, agronomy support, drone spraying services, and farmer-focused insurance. On average, each center caters to over 1000-1500 farmers across 10–15 villages.

The 1000th ‘My Gromor’ center, launched under the brand name Apla Gromor in the Kashti–Shrigonda belt, offers a comprehensive portfolio of agri-inputs and services while strengthening the company’s
footprint in Maharashtra. With its modern format and farmer-centric offerings, the new outlet reinforces Coromandel’s commitment to enhancing farm productivity and supporting rural prosperity. Coromandel also plans 20 more Gromor stores in the Pune district, including five near Kashti, further deepening its farmer connect.

Speaking on the occasion, Arun Alagappan, Executive Chairman, Coromandel International, said, “The inauguration of our 1000^th ‘My Gromor’ store is a proud milestone in Coromandel’s journey of serving and enabling India’s farmers. What started in 2007 as a small step into agri-retail has today become one of the country’s largest agri-retail networks. Over the years, these centers have emerged as trusted partners for the farming community, promoting environmentally responsible agricultural practices while ensuring timely access to quality agri-inputs, innovative technologies, and personalized advisory services that enhance productivity and improve livelihoods. Looking ahead, we have drawn up ambitious plans to double our retail footprint over the years, further deepening our farmer connect and creating sustainable value for rural communities.”

The Apla Gromor store will also serve as a demonstration hub for digital farming solutions, showcasing tools such as the MyGromor app, remote advisory, and image-based pest and disease identification. By blending technology with field-level expertise, the store will help farmers embrace precision agriculture, enhance productivity, and move towards more sustainable and resilient farming practices—reinforcing Coromandel’s vision of shaping the future of Indian agriculture.

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Spanning 800 square feet, the Michael Kors pop-up offers an elevated yet accessible space for customers to explore the latest Pre-Fall 2025 Collection, a season defined by the brand’s vision of everyday luxury through a modern, tactile lens. Highlights include MK2000 jacquard, intricate artisanal braiding, sleek python-inspired textures, and tonal hardware, all crafted to transform familiar wardrobe staples into statement-making essentials.

The store presents a curated selection of handbags, small leather goods, watches, eyewear, and fragrance, all thoughtfully displayed in an environment that reflects Michael Kors’ design codes — clean lines, warm tones, and an airy layout that invites leisurely browsing.

The first-of-its-kind pop-up offers an exclusive opportunity for shoppers in Pune to immerse themselves in the Michael Kors lifestyle and discover the latest arrivals firsthand. From everyday carryalls to statement accessories, each piece embodies the brand’s effortless approach to dressing with ease, elegance, and glamour.

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Gurugram, August 21, 2025 – Kenstar, one of the most trusted brands in India for nearly three decades, today announces the launch of its exclusive range of India’s first 5 Star BEE Rated Energy energy-efficient air Coolers in Gurugram, Haryana. The new range of Coolers comes along with an unmatched peace of mind, offering a 5-year warranty. This state-of-the-art innovation powers Kenstar’s “The Power of 5” campaign, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, while delivering uncompromised cooling performance and strengthening customer trust.

At Kenstar, innovation is not just about technology; it’s about enhancing lives, fostering trust, and creating lasting value for customers. This new range of Air Coolers combines energy efficiency with cutting-edge technology, ensuring superior cooling performance while saving on electricity bills. Along with the power of 5, the coolers come equipped with BLDC Maxx Technology, Quadra Flow Technology for powerful air delivery, Hydro Dense Mesh Honeycomb Cooling Pads for enhanced cooling and durability & Heavy Duty & Double Ball Bearing Motor for robust performance and longer life.

Speaking on the occasion, Sunil Jain, CEO – Kenstar, said, “The newly introduced BEE 5-Star rated Kenstar coolers range is a testament to our unwavering commitment to sustainability and resonates with our Government of India’s vision of a greener and energy-efficient tomorrow. At Kenstar, we believe that true success is measured not by the milestones we achieve, but by the smiles we bring to those we serve. Each appliance we design is crafted with precision, quality, and a promise to enhance everyday living. The Power of 5 perfectly embodies our dedication to bringing together an unmatched Performance along with best-in-class Efficiency, Uncompromised Quality, exceptional Durability, and a promise of Reliability to every home we serve.”

Santosh Bhamre, National Sales Head – Kenstar, said, “We are thrilled to introduce India’s first 5 Star rated air cooler range. This achievement will further strengthen our customers’ confidence, enabling them to make a more informed buying decision. This recognition, along with 5 5-year warranty, is a real endorsement of Kenstar’s commitment to delivering technological innovation, superior energy efficiency, and products that are competitively priced without compromising on quality.”

For the past 29 years, Kenstar has been delivering products that combine quality, innovation, and reliability, bringing joy into customers’ lives. With this latest launch, the brand continues its commitment to creating appliances that not only meet but exceed the evolving needs of Indian households.

With a legacy built on trust, quality, and consistency, Kenstar’s latest innovation reaffirms its leadership in the home appliance space. The launch of the Power of 5 Air Coolers is another milestone in the brand’s journey to bring joy, comfort, and efficiency into homes across India. Designed to cater to the varied customers’ needs, the extensive cooler range combines style, functionality, and innovation, setting a new benchmark in cooling solutions.

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PUNE:  Shoppers Stop, India’s leading fashion, lifestyle, and gifting destination, turned one customer’s wedding shopping journey into the experience of a lifetime. As part of its highly successful India Weds campaign, Shoppers Stop announced Mr. Arjun Chavhan from Pune as the lucky winner of a dream holiday to Europe.

The felicitation ceremony at Shoppers Stop, Westend Mall, Aundh was a thoughtfully curated affair that celebrated Arjun’s milestone with Shoppers Stop in style. Welcomed with floral décor and a red carpet, Arjun’s celebration featured a photo zone, cake-cutting, and the symbolic cheque reveal, making the moment unforgettable and reflecting Shoppers Stop’s thoughtful approach to marking customer milestones. It was a perfect embodiment of the India Weds campaign – a landmark initiative that positions Shoppers Stop as the one-stop premium destination for India’s wedding tribe. From Haldi to Reception, the campaign highlights how the brand walks alongside customers through every step of their wedding journey, offering curated fashion, beauty, and gifting all under one roof.

“At Shoppers Stop, we cherish every celebration with our customers. Through our ‘India Weds with Shoppers Stop’ initiative, we are excited to express our heartfelt gratitude by creating truly unforgettable experiences. This season, the love and trust of our customers have inspired us to redefine wedding shopping and offer rewards that exceed expectations – including a dream trip to Europe as our way of saying thank you,”

said Jiten Mahendra, Customer Care Associate and Chief Marketing Officer, Shoppers Stop.

With over 500 premium brands, Personal Shopper services, and loyalty benefits via its First Citizen Club, Shoppers Stop continues to lead the premiumisation journey in Indian retail, one elevated customer experience at a time.

This celebration in Pune is part of a Pan-India winner felicitation series, with similar moments planned across Hyderabad and Bengaluru, for winners of the India Weds with Shoppers Stop campaign.

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