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Progressive Management Consultants (PMC), an Indian Consultancy Organisation seeks expansion in Goa via franchise route.

Ferns N Petals (FNP), an organised flower retail brand has launched its second exquisite flower boutique in Dehradun, taking the total number of FNP stores to 126 in the country.

The Body Shop, a retailer of cosmetics and toiletries, has opened its first store, in association with Lifestyle.

Personalised gifts giant Presto plans to open another three stores in Trivandrum, Bengaluru and Agartala, by the end of June 2012, as part of their expansion drive.

Vyapar Hub has entered the fresh domain of Marketing Process Outsourcing (MPO) services, under the brand of Margdarshi.

Chandigarh is all set to host 51st edition of India's national Franchise & Retail Opportunity show (FRO) on June 29 – 30, 2012 at Hotel Taj.

Sonalika Group, the Indian tractor manufacturer is looking to expand its partner network via franchising.

The Italian sports and lifestyle brand Fila launched its first store in Thane at the Korum Mall via franchise route.

Main Khadi Hoon (MKH), an Indian fashion brand is planning to expand its pan India reach via franchise route.

Global Franchise Architects (GFA), a food services company which owns brands such as Pizza Corner and Donut Baker is mulling to take private equity (PE) route.

The 51st edition of India's national Franchise & Retail Opportunity show (FRO), begin today, on June 29, 2012 at Hotel Taj, in Chandigarh.

Bengaluru based mobile-phone retail chain Sangeetha Mobiles Pvt. Ltd is all set for pan India expansion by raising over Rs 100 crore through private equity funds.

Gold’s Gym India is planning to further expand its presence across India. The company is eyeing tier II and tier III cities to tap country’s growing fitness market and plans to launch more than 30 fitness gyms by June 2013.

Scott Hotel Management Institute (SHMI), owned and managed by Smart Edusol Private Limited is seeking expansion pan India via franchise route.

GAS, an international brand of readymade wear, is on an expansion spree and launched its new outlet in Kurla, Mumbai.