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By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on July 18, 2025
Gurugram, once known mainly for its corporate skyline, is fast becoming India’s new-age retail capital. Moving beyond its identity as a tech and business hub, the city is now home to flagship retail stores that blend shopping with unforgettable experiences. Global and Indian brands alike from Samsung to LEGO are choosing Gurugram to launch their most interactive, immersive stores. Thanks to a young, affluent, and tech-savvy population along with top-notch infrastructure, the city has become the go-to destination for brands looking to reinvent how India shops.
Retail in Gurugram is more than just transactions, it's storytelling. At DLF CyberHub, Samsung’s 3,000 sq ft Experience Store offers a multi-sensory journey. From product demos and AI-led workshops to SmartThings integrations, it’s all about engaging consumers in meaningful ways. Similarly, Ambience Mall offers an inspiring atmosphere where LEGO fuels imagination for all ages, and TRENDS 3.0 brings fashion to life through tech-led personalisation. These spaces invite people to not just shop—but to connect, explore, and belong.
The city’s rise is also reflected in the numbers. According to Cushman and Wakefield, retail leasing activity across NCR’s malls and high streets jumped 57% year-on-year in Q1 2025, totaling 4.08 lakh sq ft. Of this, high-street locations made up 61%, showing brands’ growing preference for places that offer high visibility and footfall near residential areas. Gurugram led the charts, accounting for 52% of total leasing, followed by Noida and Delhi.
Fashion and food & beverage (F&B) topped the charts with 24% share each in the leasing mix, followed by entertainment (18%) and department stores (11%). Notably, F&B leasing nearly doubled compared to last year, highlighting the shift toward lifestyle-oriented retail.
This growth in demand has sparked a race for high-quality, Grade A retail spaces in Gurugram. Developers are now focusing on mixed-use hubs, smart high streets, and hybrid formats that combine convenience with engaging experiences. Emerging zones like Golf Course Extension Road, Dwarka Expressway, and New Gurgaon are developing into thriving micro-markets. With growing metro access, wide highways, and new residential areas, these pockets are transforming into well-rounded retail ecosystems beyond the city’s traditional hubs.
Pankaj Jain, Chairman and CMD of SPJ Group, notes, “Commercial growth in Gurugram has driven a boom in retail leasing. People are now drawn to spaces that blend food, fashion, entertainment, and leisure. And the real action is now shifting to new, promising areas that are witnessing increasing footfall and spending. These places are ideal for curated retail concepts that offer both convenience and discovery.”
Arjun Gehlot, Director of Ambience Malls, adds, “Gurugram’s evolving lifestyle is reshaping retail. Consumers now seek meaningful experiences, and malls are becoming key spaces for connection. With better metro links and higher spending power, the city is drawing big names. At Ambience, we’ve created spaces that go beyond shopping—offering food, wellness, art, and entertainment. Our malls are true destinations.”
Technology, too, is reshaping the city’s retail scene. From AI-powered tools that understand shopper behaviour to real-time inventory systems, brands are embracing tech to elevate both operations and experiences. Omnichannel strategies are bringing together online and offline touchpoints, while digital displays, smart parking, and loyalty apps are now common across malls and high streets.
Prakash Mehta, CMD of Ocus Group, highlights, “Retail leasing is gaining momentum, especially with the rise of organised high-street formats. Global brands are investing in spaces that offer visibility and strong returns. Corridors like Dwarka Expressway and areas like Sector 99 are turning into retail hotspots. We’re seeing a clear trend toward community-focused, experience-driven retail.”
By blending innovative real estate formats, cutting-edge tech, and immersive consumer journeys, Gurugram has carved a niche for itself as a future-ready retail destination. Whether it’s flagship showrooms or lively high streets, the Millennium City is offering a bold and fresh vision of how India will shop tomorrow.
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Published on March 17, 2026
InterGlobe Foundation, the philanthropic arm of InterGlobe Enterprises, has introduced its first ‘Heritage Dialogue’ while also unveiling the third edition of its annual exhibition, ‘Tangible Conversations, Intangible Heritage’ (TCIH). The initiative marks an important step in encouraging conversations and collaborative efforts around cultural and heritage preservation in India.
The 10-day exhibition is being held at the Sunken Gardens in Sunder Nursery, with AKTC serving as the venue partner. Open from March 13 to March 22, 2026, between 11 am and 7 pm, the exhibition invites visitors to explore India’s living traditions through an engaging and immersive format.
This year’s theme, “Living Archives: Ritual, Performance and the City,” looks at heritage beyond traditional documentation. Instead, it presents heritage as something that continues to live through the rituals, practices, and everyday experiences of communities. By bringing together elements of tangible and intangible heritage, the exhibition highlights the Foundation’s ongoing work with communities to preserve India’s cultural legacy.
Visitors can experience the theme through a mix of photography, films, and installations that showcase three unique narratives. The first documents the Doli Yatra of Lord Rudranath in Uttarakhand, offering a closer look at the sacred pilgrimage and the devotion of the communities involved. The second focuses on Bhand Pather, the traditional folk theatre of Kashmir, presenting the history and cultural richness of this centuries-old performance tradition. The third narrative explores the idea of the city as a living archive through the ‘My City My Heritage’ initiative, showing how neighbourhood life and local communities shape the cultural identity of cities.
The exhibition also serves as the annual showcase of the InterGlobe Heritage Fellowships. This initiative supports individuals who research and document lesser-known aspects of India’s heritage. Since the fellowship began, nine fellows have been recognised for their contributions toward cultural preservation.
The day began with the ‘Heritage Dialogue’, organised by InterGlobe Foundation along with Sahapedia and IndiGoReach. The forum brought together leaders from corporate, cultural, and academic sectors to discuss ways to strengthen support for India’s built and intangible heritage. The platform is designed as a long-term initiative that encourages collaboration and investment in heritage preservation while connecting it to the broader goals of sustainable development and responsible corporate participation.
The evening continued with the formal opening of the ‘Tangible Conversations, Intangible Heritage’ exhibition at Sunder Nursery. Ms. Rohini Bhatia, Chairperson of InterGlobe Foundation, led the inauguration ceremony in the presence of cultural practitioners, institutional leaders, and heritage enthusiasts. The event concluded with a captivating Dastangoi performance at the historic Humayun’s Tomb Auditorium.
Rohini Bhatia, Chairperson, InterGlobe Foundation, said, "The ‘Tangible Conversations, Intangible Heritage’ exhibition reflects our deep commitment to protecting India’s diverse cultural legacy. This year's theme beautifully illustrates how our heritage is a living, breathing entity sustained by communities and their practices. Through the InterGlobe Heritage Fellowships and the new Heritage Dialogue, we aim to foster a deeper appreciation for our vibrant traditions and inspire collective action required to ensure they thrive for generations to come.”
For more than a decade, InterGlobe Foundation has supported several important conservation and heritage initiatives through its partners. These include the conservation and cultural revival of Abdur Rahim Khan-I-Khanan’s mausoleum in Delhi, the cultural mapping and documentation of eighteen cities through the ‘My City My Heritage’ campaign, the restoration of the Indra Kund stepwell in Delwara, the tile restoration of Qutb Shah’s Mausoleum, and the InterGlobe Heritage Fellowships.
By Hariharan U
Migsun Mall in Ghaziabad just added a name to its retail roster that signals exactly where the mall is headed. Calvin Klein has signed a leasing agreement for a 1,114 sq ft space at the mall, bringing one of the world's most recognised fashion brands to a retail destination that has been steadily building its premium appeal.
Calvin Klein's identity, clean aesthetics, modern sensibility, and a design philosophy that has built a global following, fits naturally into what Migsun Mall has been trying to create. The brand speaks directly to urban consumers who value minimalism, quality, and globally relevant fashion, which is exactly the kind of audience the mall is positioning itself to attract.
Rajeev Srivastava, Leasing Head at Migsun Group, put the signing in context. "Retail today is as much about brand alignment as it is about physical space. Calvin Klein represents a global design philosophy that speaks to modern consumers, and we're pleased to have the brand join Migsun Mall. Our approach has been to create a retail ecosystem that feels relevant, uncluttered and experience-oriented rather than purely transactional. Each new signing is evaluated not just on brand strength, but on how well it contributes to the overall shopping journey. Calvin Klein adds a distinct, contemporary dimension to our fashion mix and strengthens the mall's positioning as a destination for refined, modern retail."
The signing also reflects a broader trend playing out across India's organised retail sector. Brands are becoming increasingly selective about the locations they choose, favouring destinations that offer strong footfall potential, a cohesive brand environment, and a shopping experience that feels curated rather than crowded. Migsun Mall's approach of evaluating brands not just on name recognition but on how well they contribute to the overall experience speaks to this shift.
For Ghaziabad, the arrival of Calvin Klein at Migsun Mall is a notable moment, adding a brand with genuine global weight to a retail market that continues to grow in both scale and ambition.
The Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup Finals 2026 concluded on an exciting note at the Jaipur Polo Ground, with Rajnigandha Achievers emerging as the champions after a strong performance against Thunderbolts.
The prestigious event was attended by Hon'ble Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who joined as the Chief Guest. Rajashree Birla, Chairperson of Aditya Birla Centre for Community Initiatives and Rural Development, was also present at the finals, adding to the significance of the occasion.
Several notable dignitaries attended the event, including Himanshu Kapania, Managing Director of Grasim Industries; Sanjay Seth, Member of Rajya Sabha; Naveen Jindal, Member of the Lok Sabha and Chairman of Jindal Steel, who also serves as the Captain of the Jindal Panther Polo Team; and Askaran K. Agarwala, Group Advisor, Birla Group Trusts & Special Community Projects.
The final match saw an engaging contest between Thunderbolts and Rajnigandha Achievers. The Thunderbolts team featured Sipahi Mukesh Gujar, Lt Col Vishal Chauhan, Major Mritunjay Chauhan (MS Chauhan), and Simran Singh Shergil. Rajnigandha Achievers fielded Aryaman Singh, a 14-year-old player with 19 tournament wins, along with Syed Shamsheer Ali, Dhruv Pal Godara, and Captain Daniel.
The match was played over four chukkas of 7.5 minutes each and was officiated by professional umpires from the Kingdom. Demonstrating consistent teamwork and control throughout the game, Rajnigandha Achievers secured a convincing 9–5 victory to lift the Aditya Birla Polo Cup 2026 title.
The final match not only showcased competitive polo but also highlighted the sport’s growing prominence in India, bringing together players, dignitaries, and enthusiasts for a memorable sporting evening at the Jaipur Polo Ground.
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