9, Jul 2026
Anytime Fitness Strengthens Delhi Presence with New Club in Vipin Garden
Delhi, July 09: Strengthening its growth momentum in North India, Anytime Fitness, India’s fastest-growing fitness franchise and part of the world’s largest gym chain, has unveiled its newest club in Vipin Garden, Delhi. The launch underscores the brand’s continued commitment to making premium, world-class fitness more accessible across fast-growing urban communities. The newly launched club is owned and operated by Ms. Harpreet Kaur Khanna. Her entry into the fitness entrepreneurship space reflects the growing demand for structured, premium fitness solutions in cities like Delhi and the increasing awareness around preventive health and active lifestyles.
The Anytime Fitness Vipin Garden club features state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment, dedicated functional training zones, certified personal trainers, and Anytime Fitness’ signature 24/7 access, offering unmatched convenience and flexibility. Members will also benefit from access to the brand’s global network of clubs and its holistic approach to fitness, which combines personalized coaching, community engagement, and safe workout environments. This launch also features the new design theme, built to deliver a more immersive, modern, and member-first fitness experience.
Speaking on the expansion, Mr. Vikas Jain, Managing Director, Anytime Fitness India, said: “We are delighted to partner with entrepreneur like Ms. Harpreet Kaur Khanna, whose commitment to promoting healthier lifestyles reflects the growing entrepreneurial interest in India’s fitness sector. Her vision and passion for community wellness align closely with Anytime Fitness’ mission of making quality fitness accessible to more people. The launch of our new club in Vipin Garden, Delhi marks another important milestone in our expansion journey across North India. Delhi continues to be a key growth market for us, driven by increasing health awareness, evolving fitness aspirations, and a strong demand for premium wellness experiences. Through this new club, we aim to empower individuals with a world-class fitness environment, expert guidance, and the flexibility they need to achieve their health goals.”
Anytime Fitness has built a strong presence across India through its rapidly expanding network, serving a growing community of fitness enthusiasts. Delhi remains a strategic focus market for the brand, driven by rising health awareness, rapid urbanisation, and increasing demand for premium fitness experiences.
Since entering India in 2013, Anytime Fitness has grown to 180+ clubs nationwide, redefining fitness with its accessibility, inclusivity, and innovation. Beyond gyms, the brand has fostered community-driven initiatives like FitCraft and Be Fit Fest, bringing together members, trainers, and fitness enthusiasts to celebrate active living.
The new launch aligns with Anytime Fitness India’s vision to strengthen its presence in high-growth markets and contribute to building a healthier, fitter India.
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- By Neel Achary
9, Jul 2026
India’s Growth Story Remains Strong, Economy Likely to Expand 6.6 pc in FY27
July 9: India is expected to continue its position as one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world, with the country’s GDP projected to grow by 6.6 per cent in the financial year 2026-27, according to a latest report.
The positive outlook reflects the strength of India’s domestic economy, supported by rising consumer demand, infrastructure development, policy reforms, and growth across key sectors. The country’s expanding digital economy, manufacturing push, and increasing investment opportunities are also contributing to its economic momentum.
The report highlights that India’s steady growth trajectory will further strengthen its role in the global economy. Continued focus on innovation, job creation, investment, and sustainable development will be important in maintaining this momentum.
With strong economic fundamentals and ongoing reforms, India is set to remain a key driver of global growth in the coming years.
9, Jul 2026
Flipkart Sees 50 percentage Growth in Food & Nutrition as Gen Z and Bharat Redefine Food Commerce
Bengaluru, July 9: Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, today announced that its food and nutrition category has grown 50 percentage year-on-year, with Gen Z consumers and shoppers from Tier 2+ markets such as Dhulia, Imphal, Dharwad, Ujjain, Hubli, Mirganj, and Laharpur among several others, emerging as the biggest drivers of this growth. Quick commerce remained a key contributor, with Flipkart Minutes contributing 25 percentage of the overall demand. Propelling this momentum are young consumers discovering food through recipes, creator recommendations, and wellness trends, alongside non-metro shoppers who are increasingly embracing healthier kitchen staples and modern nutrition products. This growth was reflected at the third edition of Flipkart Food Fest 2026, which brought together over 50 leading brands and over 1000 creators and celebrity chefs, including Farah Khan, Chef Kunal Kapur, and Chef Ranveer Brar.
India’s evolving consumer plate: Decoding the shift to health-first living
Gen Z now accounts for 60 percentage growth y-o-y, with categories like Protein Oats, High Protein Peanut Butter, Gourmet Chocolates, and Protein Muesli topping the demand chart. Korean-flavoured snacks such as Cuppa Noodles and chips are emerging as fast-growing categories, led by demand from urban centers like Bengaluru and New Delhi. Men are driving demand for nuts and dry fruits, chocolates, and jams and spreads, while women are increasingly adding value-added tea, coffee, and edible seeds to their shopping baskets, fueling demand for functional nutrition, premium snacking, and everyday health upgrades.
Bharat consumers are seeking healthier alternatives, driving strong traction in cold-pressed oils, olive oils, protein oats, protein muesli, premium dry fruits, authentic ghee, and dates. The search for these products have grown by 80 percentage over the past year, reflecting a shift towards proactive wellness led by Tier 2 and Tier 3 India.
Nishant Dalal, Vice President, Consumables (FMCG and General Merchandise), Flipkart, said,
“Food in India is no longer just about routine. It’s increasingly becoming an expression of wellness, identity and discovery. Consumers across metros as well as Bharat are making more conscious choices about what they eat, and digital commerce is making better food choices accessible to more households than ever before. At Flipkart, we’re building an ecosystem where brands of every size can grow, creators can inspire discovery, and consumers can confidently explore products that match their evolving lifestyles.”
Food Fest 3.0: A celebration of India’s food journey
Bringing these trends to life, the event brought together over 50 leading food and beverage brands, over 1000 creators and influencers, along with renowned personalities including Farah Khan, Chef Kunal Kapur, Chef Ranveer Brar, Sunil Grover, Gaurav Kapoor, and Aaditya Kulshreshth and Vanshika Khurana. The two-day festival featured more than 10 product launches, immersive brand experiences, and curated zones including Chocoland, Breakfast Zone, Gourmet, Beverages, and Kitchen Staples. Brands including Happilo, Anveshan, Farmley, Ferrero Rocher, Right Shift from ITC, Yogabar, Wonderland, Kelloggs Luvit, Alpino, Sugarfree D’lite unveiled new products, while leading FMCG companies such as Mondelez, Tata Consumer Products, Dabur, Fortune and MyFitness showcased innovations alongside emerging D2C brands.
Flipkart Food Fest kicked off with its on-ground celebration on July 7th and 8th, followed by an in-app sale from July 7 to 15, featuring limited-time offers, curated collections, and exciting new brand launches for shoppers across Bharat.
9, Jul 2026
realme NARZO 100x 5G set to launch on 15th July with the segment’s biggest 8000mAh battery
New Delhi, July 09: realme, the most popular smartphone brand among Indian youth, is set to launch the realme NARZO 100x 5G on 15th July 2026, bringing its philosophy of “Non-stop Power, Non-stop Fun” to life through a device engineered for uninterrupted entertainment, gaming and everyday productivity. Featuring the segment’s biggest 8000mAh battery with up to three days of usage on a single charge and 80W Ultra Charge, the smartphone combines exceptional endurance with an ultra-slim 8.8mm design, ensuring users never have to compromise between power and style. With the upcoming launch, realme continues its commitment to delivering future-ready innovations that seamlessly align with the evolving lifestyles of young consumers.
The realme NARZO 100x 5G is geared up to redefine the everyday smartphone experience by bringing together powerful performance, intelligent AI capabilities and robust durability in one package. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 5G chipset built on a 6nm process, coupled with up to 14GB Dynamic RAM and 256GB storage, the device is designed to effortlessly handle gaming, multitasking and content consumption. The smartphone also introduces built-in Gemini Live, realme UI 7.0, and a host of intelligent features including AI Assistant for Notes, AI Eraser, AI-powered Portrait Lighting and AI Pulse Light, which adapts to moods and outfits through nine colour options and five speed settings, delivering a more personalised and expressive user experience.
Complementing its powerful internals, the realme NARZO 100x 5G is designed to deliver a seamless, reliable and truly non-stop experience.
The smartphone will be available on realme.com and Amazon.in. Stay tuned, and for more information, visit: realme NARZO India.
9, Jul 2026
India, Australia deepen energy partnership with uranium trade agreement
July 9: India and Australia have taken a major step towards strengthening their energy cooperation with the signing of a new agreement aimed at enhancing energy security and paving the way for expanded uranium trade between the two nations.
The agreement marks a significant milestone in the growing strategic partnership between India and Australia, with both countries focusing on long-term collaboration in the energy sector. The move is expected to support India’s efforts to diversify its energy sources while strengthening bilateral ties.
Australian leaders welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit and reaffirmed their commitment to building a deeper partnership with India across trade, investment, technology, and energy. The discussions highlighted the shared vision of both countries to promote secure and sustainable energy solutions.
The latest development reflects the steady expansion of India-Australia relations, with cooperation growing across multiple sectors and creating new opportunities for economic and strategic collaboration between the two nations.
9, Jul 2026
FICCI opposes blanket US tariff, advocates evidence-based action on forced labour
July 9: The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has urged the United States to reconsider its proposed economy-wide tariff on Indian imports, stating that an evidence-based and sector-specific approach would be more effective in addressing concerns related to forced labour.
Presenting the views of Indian industry during a hearing before the US Trade Representative (USTR), FICCI reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating forced labour from global supply chains. The industry body, however, expressed concerns over the proposal to impose a uniform 12.5% tariff across all Indian products and sectors, arguing that such a measure does not distinguish between compliant and non-compliant industries.
FICCI stressed that targeted enforcement based on credible evidence, combined with stronger collaboration between governments and businesses, would better address labour rights issues while minimising disruptions to legitimate trade. It also noted that broad-based tariffs could adversely affect businesses, supply chains, and consumers without effectively addressing the underlying concerns.
The industry body called for continued dialogue between India and the United States to strengthen trade relations while promoting responsible business practices and internationally accepted labour standards.
9, Jul 2026
PM Modi welcomes AustralianSuper’s Dollar 500 million India investment
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July 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed AustralianSuper’s planned $500 million investment in India, describing it as a strong vote of confidence in the country’s long-term growth potential and investment environment. The investment reflects growing interest from global institutional investors in India’s expanding economy.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reaffirmed his government’s commitment to deepening economic ties with India, saying Australia will continue working closely with its strategic partner to strengthen trade, investment, and business cooperation.
AustralianSuper CEO Paul Schroder praised Prime Minister Modi’s understanding of business and long-term investing, highlighting India’s strong growth prospects and the fund’s confidence in expanding its investments in the country. The announcement underscores the strengthening India-Australia economic partnership and growing collaboration between the two nations.
9, Jul 2026
India advances free trade agenda after breakthrough EU deal
July 9: India is stepping up efforts to expand its network of free trade agreements (FTAs) following the landmark trade pact with the European Union, marking a significant milestone in the country’s global trade strategy. The agreement is expected to strengthen India’s access to international markets, boost exports, and attract greater foreign investment.
Building on this momentum, the government is pursuing trade negotiations with several key economies to deepen economic ties and create new opportunities for Indian businesses. Expanding the FTA network is aimed at improving market access for goods and services, enhancing supply chain integration, and increasing India’s competitiveness in global trade.
The broader strategy aligns with India’s vision of becoming a leading global manufacturing and export hub while supporting long-term economic growth. Businesses across sectors are expected to benefit from reduced trade barriers, improved market access, and stronger cross-border commercial partnerships as India advances its trade agenda.
9, Jul 2026
Indian shares open higher as investors buy on dips despite geopolitical concerns
July 9: Indian equity markets opened on a positive note on Thursday, with benchmark indices recovering from the previous session’s decline as investors returned to buy stocks at attractive valuations. The gains reflected improved risk appetite in early trading, although caution persisted amid renewed geopolitical tensions.
Most sectoral indices traded in positive territory, led by gains in pharma and healthcare stocks, while IT shares remained subdued ahead of the quarterly earnings season. Investors continued to monitor developments in global crude oil prices and broader macroeconomic trends, which are expected to influence market sentiment in the coming sessions.
Market participants are also focusing on the upcoming corporate earnings announcements for further cues on the strength of the economic recovery and the outlook for Indian equities.
9, Jul 2026
SUD Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance Reaches Over 3,000 Citizens Across Goa Through Statewide Insurance Awareness Campaign
Panaji, July 9: Reinforcing the Government of India’s vision of “Insurance for All by 2047,” Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance , the Lead Life Insurer for Goa, successfully conducted a comprehensive insurance awareness campaign across the state during the first quarter of FY 2026–27. The initiative reached more than 3,000 citizens through grassroots awareness programs, financial literacy sessions, interactive community engagements, and free health check-up camps.
The campaign aimed to strengthen insurance awareness, improve financial resilience, and promote the adoption of social security schemes among rural and semi-urban communities. During the quarter, SUD Life organised 25 Gram Panchayat Seminars and 25 Market Activations across North and South Goa, creating a widespread outreach platform to educate citizens on the importance of financial protection.
A key highlight of the initiative was the organisation of free health check-up camps at Gram Panchayats. These camps witnessed encouraging public participation and served as an effective platform to engage residents on the importance of preventive healthcare alongside financial security, reinforcing the close link between health and long-term financial well-being.
The awareness sessions focused on educating citizens about the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and the critical role of life insurance in safeguarding families against unforeseen financial risks. Participants were informed about affordable insurance solutions, government-backed protection schemes, and the importance of long-term financial planning in building household financial stability.
To further strengthen awareness at the grassroots level, SUD Life distributed PMJJBY awareness leaflets and Claims and Grievance Redressal Information Leaflets to help citizens better understand insurance benefits, claim settlement procedures, and grievance registration mechanisms. All awareness materials and communication were provided in local languages to ensure greater accessibility and community engagement.
The campaign also introduced a series of interactive insurance-themed games, quizzes, and community engagement activities designed to simplify insurance concepts for rural audiences. These innovative initiatives helped participants better understand risk protection, policy benefits, and social security schemes in an engaging and relatable manner, generating enthusiastic participation across villages and market locations.
Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Abhay Tewari, MD & CEO, Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance, said:
“Insurance awareness is the first step towards building financially resilient communities. Through our grassroots initiatives in Goa, we are empowering citizens with the knowledge and confidence to make informed financial protection decisions. By combining financial literacy with community health initiatives, we are creating meaningful engagement that supports the national vision of ‘Insurance for All by 2047.’ We remain committed to expanding insurance inclusion and ensuring that every family has access to financial security.”
As the Lead Life Insurer for Goa, SUD Life remains committed to working closely with Gram Panchayats, banking partners, local administration, and community stakeholders to deepen insurance penetration, enhance financial literacy, and contribute towards building a financially secure and well-protected Goa.
