Shilpa Dhamija

In the early 1960s, Gokaldas Khimji, an Oman-based businessman of Indian descent, launched the country’s first-ever Rolex boutique. Nearly six decades later, the Rolex-Khimji partnership […]

India is seen as the next growth market for Swiss watches, but how is it really doing? Yashovardhan Saboo, founder and chairman of Ethos Watches, India’s largest watch retailer, answers the question in an exclusive interview.

Starting on August 1, 2024, only footwear that complies with the quality and safety standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) can be sold in India. These standards apply to 24 categories of footwear, including those sold by luxury and sports brands, regardless of price-range or country-of-origin.shs

Japan’s luxury market is soaring with epic sales driven by tourists and the weak Yen. However, when the Yen strengthens, will this boom fizzle out? Explore our in-depth analysis of Japan’s luxury market prospects beyond the Yen.

As all the major watch brands presented their 2024 collections to professionals from around the world, Luxury Tribune decoded the trends influencing horological collectibility, with insights from some of the world’s most experienced timepiece collectors and auctioneers.

Global UHNW travellers, spending at least €70,000 annually on luxury tax-free shopping, recorded a recovery of 168% in the past 12 months compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to a Global Blue report. US & China Wealthy Tourists Choose France for Luxury Shopping, Indians Favour Singapore.

India will phase out import tariffs on Swiss watches from 22% to 0% following the ratification of a trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). This move is expected to unlock vast growth potential for the watch industry in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. How does India stand to gain?

The grandest Indian wedding in recent history, that of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, has concluded. Our Luxury Tribune’s India correspondant Shilpa Dhamija brings exclusive insights from the Indian maisons who made the couple’s big day, one for the books.

While Japan and the Middle East have the highest tourist spending on luxury fashion, India surprises as a popular fine dining destination. Find out which countries will fuel travel for the remainder of 2024.

India’s powerful conglomerate and leading fashion retailer Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) is a key player for luxury brands looking to establish themselves in India. Exclusive interview with Sathyajit Radhakrishnan, CEO of the group’s international business.

Noel Tata, half-brother of Ratan Tata, has been appointed as the new Chairman of Tata Trusts following a joint meeting of the Trustees held after the recent passing of Ratan Tata, the former Chairman of Tata Group.

India’s financial capital, Mumbai, has surpassed Beijing, China’s national capital, as the city with the largest billionaire population in Asia. According to a wealth report by the Hurun research firm, Mumbai now hosts 93 billionaires, while Beijing has 85.

India is one of the fastest growing luxury markets in the world but does it have the right policies and infrastructure to attract major foreign luxury investments? Foreign direct investment (FDI) policy is currently one of the major constraints.

Tourists’ tax-free spending exceeded pre-pandemic levels in both Asia Pacific and Europe in the first 3 months of 2024. While APAC recorded a hike of 166%, Europe clocked-in a 128% rise versus the same period in 2019.

The Indian town of Jamnagar was transformed for Anant Ambani’s luxurious pre-wedding festivities, a family tribute to the Reliance empire. With renowned guests and a budget of 139 million euros, this event illustrates the importance of wedding traditions in India.