LIVE: India Shatters Diwali Sales Record With $68 Billion Splurge | Vantage with Palki Sharma

The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), one of the country's top traders' bodies, has estimated India's total Diwali sales at ₹6.05 lakh crore, a record in Indian trading history. Of this, ₹5.4 lakh crore was spent on goods such as footwear, garments, and electronics, while the rest went towards services. The surge marks a sharp rise from last year's Diwali, when Indians spent ₹4.25 lakh crore on goods, a 25% jump from 2024 to 2025. However, US tariffs continue to pose a major challenge for India. US President Donald Trump's 50% tariff on Indian goods has hit exports hard. In September, India's exports to the US fell by nearly 12%, compared to a 7% rise in August. There is, however, a silver lining — exports to other markets grew by almost 11%, up from 6.6% the previous month. On Vantage tonight, Palki Sharma brings you the full story. --- Diwali Sales I India Diwali Sales | CAIT | Traders' Association | US Tariffs on India | Indian Economy | Donald Trump | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #diwalisales #cait #indianeconomy #diwalisalesindia #tradersassociation #ustariffs #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. https://www.youtube.com/@Firstpost Follow Firstpost on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpost/ Follow Firstpost on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpostin/ Follow Firstpost on X: https://twitter.com/firstpost Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6zOIrEQIamseyg762V