Indian Weddings

Weddings back with a bang in 2022; they cost 33% more than in 2021

Delhi topped the list of the top 3 cities that hosted the maximum number of weddings, with Bangalore and Mumbai following

Over 7 mn weddings likely in next 6 months, Rs 13-trn expenditure estimated

During November-December last year, 32 lakh marriages were solemnised all over the country with an expenditure of Rs 3.75 trillion

Hotels roll out red carpet as big fat Indian weddings make a comeback

2.5 million marriages may get solemnised during the wedding season starting next week; tariff at hotels up by a record 25-30% over 2019-20 levels

Hotels sold out as 'big fat Indian weddings' recover from Covid shock

Despite no 'auspicious' dates in October, hotels are expecting to be 'booked out' as Indians get ready to celebrate weddings on the pre-covid scale.

Not even one-tenth of marriages in Delhi registered in last three years

In accordance with a 2006 Supreme Court ruling, marriage registration is compulsory under the Delhi (Compulsory Registration of Marriage) Order, 2014

Thailand looks to lavish Indian weddings to boost tourism revenue

Thailand hopes to boost its tourism revenue to between 600 billion-700 billion baht by year-end, by targeting high-spending groups like Indian wedding parties and honeymooners

Return of the sounds, smells, tastes and hues of the big fat Indian wedding

While the urge to spend big in the post-pandemic era will always be there, setting a wedding budget will help you get a bigger bang for your buck than you bargained for

Gold demand drops as coronavirus shrinks big, fat Indian weddings

Busy wedding season from the second half of January has been affected by restrictions on gatherings.

Will Omicron deal another blow to India's wedding industry?

The new Covid-19 variant is threatening to spoil the wedding industry's party again, at a time when it looked all set to recover its previous losses. Here's how Omicron may hit the wedding industry

TMS Ep80: Gold rush, wedding industry, markets, privatisation

What is behind India's renewed love for gold? Will Omicron woes hit the wedding industry? Markets prepared for mini-lockdowns? What are privatisation and disinvestment? All answers here

Wedding industry to touch $500 bn in 10 years: Matrimony.com's Janakiraman

"Things are back to normal. We expect the wedding services business to grow in triple-digits year on year," said Murugavel Janakiraman, founder and chief executive officer of Matrimony.com Ltd

Choosing a delightful venue from an array of choices for your grand wedding

It's the venue that sets the tone of the wedding, and once you've chosen the perfect place, managing the food, flower arrangements, bridal lehenga and wedding attire will be a breeze

Amid pandemic uncertainty, hospitality sector pins hopes on Indian weddings

Leisure is the asset owner of Jim Corbett Taj Hotel and Club Mahindra properties in Uttarakhand

A quick guide on financial planning for the wedding and life thereafter

While budgeting is very important for pre-wedding, wedding and honeymoon expenses, couples must also plan for their long-term goals when they finally settle down

Matrimony.com to buy wedding planning firm ShaadiSaga for Rs 11 cr

The deal will enable Matrimony.com to scale up its presence significantly in the North and West regions

From Dia Mirza to Jasprit Bumrah, celebrity weddings in the time of Covid

The rich are following a template for their special day - an intimate ceremony, with fewer people and a keen eye for a touch of luxury in every aspect

India gold imports jump to near two-year high as weddings revive demand

Overseas purchases increased more than sevenfold to 98.6 tons last month from 13 tons a year earlier.

Indian saree: Not quite ubiquitous, but every woman's wardrobe treasure

A cultural symbol and style statement for Indian women, it is no longer limited to weddings and family occasions, but has begun extending to work wear, corporate meetings and cocktail parties too

Delhi govt allows up to 200 people at marriage gatherings in closed spaces

The Delhi govt on Saturday allowed marriage gatherings of up to 200 persons in closed spaces and the number of participants depending on the size of ground in case of open spaces

Small is in as 'Corona' nuptials take over from the Big Fat Indian Wedding

Marriage functions today are more intimate affairs, with couples saving on travel costs and elaborate buffets, spending instead on staycation, gifts and personalised events