India: Retailers look for ways and means to maintain growth: Private Labels, Lure Consumers, Reliance Footprint, Biyani, Blue Foods chain, Religare Wellness, Big C Mobiles, ADAG

This week has several articles on how different retailers in varied segments are working to fight a downturn in revenue growth. Private labels, tie-ups, e-commerce and promotions are all part of the relief package, and the consumer is enjoying her shopping like never before.

-Chillibreeze Business Research Team

General Plans and Information
Big rush for private labels
Retailers squeezed on falling demand, restricted supply
Retailers think out of the box to lure consumers
India tops retail shrinkage chart

Big players - plans and investments
Reliance Footprint expanding presence
Future bets on in-house brands for growth
Biyani acquires Blue Foods chain barring Chowpatty, Worli franchises
RPG Enterprises investing Rs.15 bn to open 325 new stores

Regional News
Over 400 brands may check in at Delhi's new airport
Mumbai's Linking Road most expensive retail location in India

Pharma Retail
Religare Wellness buys pharma retail chain Lifetime

Telecom Retail
Big C Mobiles charts Rs 50-cr expansion

Luxury & Lifestyle
Global luxury brands feel realty heat

e-Commerce
ADAG enters online retail biz; eyes top market slot in a year