Praveen Khandelwal
Delhi Blast Impact: Chandni Chowk Market Faces Rs 300-400 Crore Revenue Loss During Wedding Season
Nov 12, 2025 06:43 pm CST
Following a deadly explosion near Chandni Chowk, Delhi's historic wholesale market has experienced a significant drop in footfall and an estimated Rs 300-400 crore loss in business during peak wedding shopping season. Despite current transportation restrictions, local MP Praveen Khandelwal remains optimistic that customers will return once normalcy resumes.
Chhath Puja 2025 Expected to Generate Rs 38,000 Crore in Economic Activity Across India: CAIT Report
Oct 24, 2025 02:55 pm CST
The Chhath Puja festival celebrating the Sun God is projected to boost India's economy by Rs 38,000 crore in 2025, a 22.58% increase from previous years. With 150 million participants nationwide, this once-regional festival has become a major national celebration supporting local traders and artisans while promoting traditional values. Delhi alone expects Rs 6,000 crore in festival-related commerce, with decorated ghats welcoming thousands of devotees across the capital.
Record Rs 5 Lakh Crore Trade Expected for Diwali 2025: India's Largest Economic Fair Since Independence
Oct 14, 2025 02:06 am CST
Diwali 2025 is set to become India's largest economic fair since independence, with projected trade exceeding Rs 5 lakh crore according to CAIT. The festival spending will span multiple sectors including food, textiles, electronics, and services, driven by recent GST reductions and the growing Swadeshi movement promoting Indian-made products. Delhi alone anticipates Rs 75,000 crore in sales, reflecting India's remarkable market growth since 2021.