The festive season brought good news for the technology sector. Sales of tech products and durables saw a significant rise. Air conditioners, laptops and smartphones were popular choices among shoppers. This growth was fueled by new features, discounts and a preference for premium products. Interestingly, most of the sales happened before Diwali, indicating a change in consumer behavior.

Driven by tier 2 and 3 cities, India's e-commerce sector registered a gross merchandise value (GMV) of approximately $14 billion (more than Rs 1.18 lakh crore) in this year's festive season, marking a 12 per cent growth over last year's festive period, a report said on Wednesday.

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Aided by festive demand, domestic passenger vehicle wholesales rose marginally year-on-year to 3,93,238 units in October, industry body SIAM said on Wednesday. The overall passenger vehicle dispatches by companies to dealers stood at 3,89,714 units in October last year. Total two-wheeler sales rose 14 per cent year-on-year to 21,64,276 units last month, as compared to 18,95,799 units in October 2023, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) said in a statement.

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During this year’s festive season sales, credit cards and credit-based payment instruments like pay-later products saw a significant increase, according to industry reports. Transactions rose by 35-50% compared to last year, with a large share being made through credit cards, EMIs, and pay-later options. Unified Payments Interface (UPI) remained the dominant payment method, with a 34% rise in transactions and over 500 million daily payments recorded.

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The nation's capital Washington, D.C., is the least festive of the United States, according to a study.

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India witnessed a surge in gig employment opportunities during the 2024 festive season, with over 1.2 million roles posted. This growth, a 23% increase from the previous year, was fueled by e-commerce expansion and a shift towards flexible work arrangements. Tier II cities are emerging as new gig hubs, while higher pay is attracting skilled professionals.

The brand is expecting at least a 30 per cent increase in corporate gift sales during the festive season, with a growing number of corporate clients opting for bulk purchases.

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There are roughly six weeks between an early December salary payment and January month-end. Consumers will likely spend more than at any other time – often on credit.

Indian buyers of gold brushed off record high prices and made purchases for the Dhanteras and Diwali festivals starting on Tuesday, hoping bullion would continue to rally and deliver promising returns amid a cooling stock market, industry officials told Reuters.

Visitors to London's famous Kew Gardens this Christmas will get to walk a festive night-time trail that uses lights to bring the garden to life. - REUTERS

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Even though the festivities are coming to an end, Raashi Khanna is making sure she keeps the festive cheer alive with her choice of outfits

The Railway Board has introduced another 7,663 special train services to cater to the festival season rush, from October 1 to November 30, which is a 73 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.

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No one does ethnic style better than Bollywood's OG fashionista Sonam Kapoor! 'Neerja' movie actor is renowned for her noted adaptation of ethnic style. You can get ideas for this Diwali from her timeless designs, which combine style with a contemporary

Diwali celebrations demand an upgrade in style, and nothing makes a traditional ensemble seem more elegant than a gorgeously done bun. Bun hairstyles are classic, adaptable, and ideal for Diwali festivities to radiate elegance! Listed below are some of the easy-to-create

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