Franchise Dark Stores Carry Quick Commerce Beyond Metros, CBRE Says
Posted on 26th Oct 2026 11:09:29 in Business, Digital Marketing
CBRE's first quick-commerce real estate report says franchise-run dark stores will take 10-minute delivery into tier-II and III cities by 2030, opening a route for local space owners and kirana shops.
Pesky Calls Draft: CCPA Wants Consent, AI Disclosure and a 45-90 Day Opt-Out Wait
Posted on 25th Oct 2026 11:08:14 in Business, Digital Marketing
India's draft pesky communications rules would force small businesses to log consent, disclose AI voice and text, and wait up to 90 days after an opt-out before reaching out again. India SME Forum wants an impact assessment first.
Chapter Home Rides HOKIPO Into Offline Home and Kitchen Retail
Posted on 24th Oct 2026 12:07:55 in Business, Digital Marketing
Chapter Home raised Rs 63 crore from Bessemer and Stride Ventures at a near Rs 1,000 crore valuation. What the house-of-brands playbook means for Indian D2C sellers.
Gemini's New Small Business Hub: Brand Style, Financial Insights, Connected Apps
Posted on 23rd Oct 2026 12:09:21 in Business, Digital Marketing
Google's new Gemini business hub keeps a shop's brand style, turns spreadsheets and receipts into financial models and connects Google Ads, Business Profile, Zoho, Shopify, Canva and Xero.
Festive Online Sales Disappoint: Brands Cut Ad Budgets 40 Percent
Posted on 22nd Oct 2026 12:08:20 in Business, Digital Marketing
India's festive e-commerce GMV fell 7-10 percent in the first four days as electronics prices jumped. D2C brands are cutting ad budgets by 40 percent and holding back discounts as quick-commerce ad rates climb 30-40 percent.
