India has already built the rails. It is time to let the invoice travel on them. ...More

India has already built the rails. It is time to let the invoice travel on them. ...Less

Russian exporters are increasingly tapping into the Indian market, utilizing platforms like the permanent ...More

Russian exporters are increasingly tapping into the Indian market, utilizing platforms like the permanent pavilion in Navi Mumbai. Additionally, e-commerce giants such as Amazon India and niche platforms are playing a vital role in this process. An upcoming international export forum in Moscow aims to strengthen these ties through collaboration and technological discussions. ...Less

During the vibrant festive season, OnePlus is rolling out enticing discounts on an array of smartphones, ...More

During the vibrant festive season, OnePlus is rolling out enticing discounts on an array of smartphones, tablets, and audio devices. The Diwali sale spans October 21 to October 27, 2026, featuring appealing online offers such as instant bank savings and flexible payment plans. Additionally, OnePlus has introduced a Diwali initiative aimed at fostering connections between generations through shared experiences, merging special deals with a strong community focus. ...Less

Festive shopping is currently gaining momentum with significant sales in both online and offline markets. ...More

Festive shopping is currently gaining momentum with significant sales in both online and offline markets. Companies are experiencing increased demand but are also facing rising costs that impact profitability. Many consumers are driven by discounts and affordable payment options during this festive season. Businesses are adapting pricing strategies to balance consumer affordability with input cost pressures. ...Less

Meanwhile rival Amazon India’s marketplace entity Amazon Seller Services reported a 15% increase in opera ...More

Meanwhile rival Amazon India’s marketplace entity Amazon Seller Services reported a 15% increase in operating revenue to Rs 34,966.8 crore in fiscal 2026. Its net loss stood at Rs 389.9 crore, down 3.4% from Rs 408 crore in FY25. ...Less

Executives attributed the slowdown to sluggish demand for premium electronics, including smartphones, hom ...More

Executives attributed the slowdown to sluggish demand for premium electronics, including smartphones, home appliances and laptops, as prices of these products have risen 30-40% in the past few months. Smartphones and electronics, which account for more than half of GMV during festive sale events for some platforms, have been hit by price increases, an executive said. ...Less

Industry executives and analysts attributed the 7-10% year-on-year (YoY) decline to a slowdown in mobile ...More

Industry executives and analysts attributed the 7-10% year-on-year (YoY) decline to a slowdown in mobile phone purchases following price hikes, the absence of the GST cut-led demand boost seen last year, and a growing share of seasonal spending shifting to quick commerce. ...Less

The layoffs came to light a day after Amazon's biggest flagship sale event in the country, Great Indian F ...More

The layoffs came to light a day after Amazon's biggest flagship sale event in the country, Great Indian Festival, opened on October 7. ...Less

As the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026 approaches, technology shoppers are becoming more research-led, ...More

As the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026 approaches, technology shoppers are becoming more research-led, weighing AI capabilities, performance and long-term value before upgrading. Zeba Khan, Director - Consumer Electronics, Amazon India, weighs in. ...Less

Amazon India revealed that the demand for premium and AI-powered consumer electronics is rising across As ...More

Amazon India revealed that the demand for premium and AI-powered consumer electronics is rising across Assam ahead of the Amazon Great Indian Festival (AGIF) 2026, which begins on October 8. ...Less

The government is set to release a consultation paper on AI regulations within a month. This and more in ...More

The government is set to release a consultation paper on AI regulations within a month. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5. ...Less

Happy Friday! The who's who of the startup ecosystem will come together in Bengaluru today to honour the ...More

Happy Friday! The who's who of the startup ecosystem will come together in Bengaluru today to honour the winners of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) 2026. ...Less

From spotting trends before they become popular and predicting what consumers are likely to buy to person ...More

From spotting trends before they become popular and predicting what consumers are likely to buy to personalising recommendations – AI is doing a bulk of the work behind the scenes. ...Less

Consumer brands are turning to tier-2 and smaller cities for festive-season growth as urban consumption w ...More

Consumer brands are turning to tier-2 and smaller cities for festive-season growth as urban consumption weakens. Titan, Nykaa, Biba, Fabindia and Forest Essentials are expanding their reach through sharper marketing, distribution and delivery, while Amazon has widened instant delivery to more cities, seeking to tap rising demand beyond metros. ...Less

Amazon Now was present in 60 cities in mid-September with 750 dark stores, of which 100 were run by third ...More

Amazon Now was present in 60 cities in mid-September with 750 dark stores, of which 100 were run by third-party operators. With this expansion, it has a network of 800 micro-fulfilment centres across these cities. ...Less

Amazon has recently expanded its ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, to more than 120 cities in Indi ...More

Amazon has recently expanded its ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, to more than 120 cities in India. This expansion aims to enhance its delivery network ahead of the upcoming festive season. The service now offers a wide range of products, fulfilling orders through nearly 800 fulfilment centres nationwide. Customers can access special deals during the Amazon Great Indian Festival, beginning October 8. ...Less

Amazon and Walmart's Flipkart have begun checking security camera listings on their platforms in India af ...More

Amazon and Walmart's Flipkart have begun checking security camera listings on their platforms in India after hundreds of unlicensed products were offered for sale despite strict government testing rules imposed six months ago amid ...Less

Amazon has announced plans to invest $3 billion in its quick commerce business in India by 2030. This inv ...More

Amazon has announced plans to invest $3 billion in its quick commerce business in India by 2030. This investment aims to expand its network of small neighborhood warehouses to improve delivery efficiency. Amazon is focusing on daily essentials rather than one-off purchases in this sector. Current competitors have established loyalty among customers, making competition more challenging for Amazon. ...Less

Amazon's Great Indian Festival 2026 will begin on October 8. Customers will receive a 10% instant discoun ...More

Amazon's Great Indian Festival 2026 will begin on October 8. Customers will receive a 10% instant discount on SBI cards. Prime members can enjoy additional savings on select offers. The sale promises lowest prices of the year on many products. Amazon has also expanded its delivery network for the event. ...Less

India's smartphone market faces challenges this festive season as rising memory costs lead to higher devi ...More

India's smartphone market faces challenges this festive season as rising memory costs lead to higher device prices. Major brands are already raising prices across various models due to component cost pressures. This situation is expected to drive more consumers towards financing options to afford new smartphones. Retailers are preparing by offering exchange offers and banking partnerships to enhance sales. ...Less

As the festive season approaches, Indian logistics firms are bracing for a notable spike in shipment volu ...More

As the festive season approaches, Indian logistics firms are bracing for a notable spike in shipment volumes. Companies like DTDC and Blue Dart are ramping up their workforce, bringing in temporary employees to handle the anticipated delivery surge. Amazon is also enhancing its fulfillment and delivery networks to accommodate an influx in demand. Key considerations for the industry include rising wages and necessary operational adjustments. ...Less

Flipkart plans to hire over 250,000 workers for the upcoming festive season. This significant recruitment ...More

Flipkart plans to hire over 250,000 workers for the upcoming festive season. This significant recruitment drive represents an increase of 30,000 positions compared to last year. Approximately 75,000 new openings will welcome individuals entering the workforce for the first time. A substantial 60% of these new jobs will focus on last-mile delivery operations. Flipkart is expanding its delivery network with new hubs to meet rising customer demand. ...Less

Nearly 75,000 of these positions -- close to 30 per cent -- are entering the workforce for the first time ...More

Nearly 75,000 of these positions -- close to 30 per cent -- are entering the workforce for the first time, the company said in a statement. ...Less

Happy Tuesday! Amazon's quick commerce arm is scaling fast, India head Samir Kumar told us. This and more ...More

Happy Tuesday! Amazon's quick commerce arm is scaling fast, India head Samir Kumar told us. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch. ...Less

Amazon has launched Alexa+ in India, adding generative AI, personalised conversations and task-performing ...More

Amazon has launched Alexa+ in India, adding generative AI, personalised conversations and task-performing capabilities to Alexa. Available under Early Access from September 16, it supports Hindi and Hinglish and can work across smart-home devices, Amazon services and partner platforms. Alexa+ will be free for Prime members after Early Access, while other users can access it through paid plans. ...Less

Amazon has launched its generative AI-powered Alexa+ assistant in India. This new version offers more con ...More

Amazon has launched its generative AI-powered Alexa+ assistant in India. This new version offers more conversational voice interactions and personalized responses. Alexa+ understands natural conversation and can perform various everyday tasks for users. It is designed to recognize Indian languages and cultural references effectively. The service is currently available for eligible customers under an early access program. ...Less

Amazon India's quick commerce unit Now has achieved $1 billion in annualised sales. The company is rapidl ...More

Amazon India's quick commerce unit Now has achieved $1 billion in annualised sales. The company is rapidly expanding its operations to over sixty cities currently. Amazon Now plans to reach one hundred cities before the festive season begins. It is investing heavily in its logistics and quick commerce operations. The company aims to increase its market share in the quick commerce sector. ...Less

On its 10th anniversary, Amazon India is expressing gratitude for making it this far with the love and su ...More

On its 10th anniversary, Amazon India is expressing gratitude for making it this far with the love and support of people. ...Less

Amazon and Flipkart are expanding into quick commerce, microdramas, OTT videos and food delivery as they ...More

Amazon and Flipkart are expanding into quick commerce, microdramas, OTT videos and food delivery as they lose active users to 10-minute delivery platforms. Their combined monthly active user share fell from 67% in 2022 to 53% in August 2026, while quick commerce apps’ share rose to 16%. ...Less

Online festive shopping is expected to reach a new high this year, with ecommerce marketplaces and retail ...More

Online festive shopping is expected to reach a new high this year, with ecommerce marketplaces and retailers seeing strong demand across categories. Quick commerce is also set to gain share as brands introduce festive-specific offerings, while platforms ramp up hiring, inventory and delivery capacity ahead of the festive season. ...Less

Most of the new hires will be deployed for picking, packing, shipping, and delivering customer orders, su ...More

Most of the new hires will be deployed for picking, packing, shipping, and delivering customer orders, supporting Amazon's ecommerce and quick commerce business, the company said in a statement Wednesday. These include direct and indirect work opportunities across 400 cities, spanning large metros as well as Tier 2 and 3 cities, including Varanasi, Kochi, Jalandhar, Ghaziabad, Ranchi, Salem, and Gorakhpur. ...Less

Amazon India is hiring 160,000 temporary workers for the upcoming festive season. These new hires will su ...More

Amazon India is hiring 160,000 temporary workers for the upcoming festive season. These new hires will support picking, packing, shipping, and delivery operations across 400 cities. The company has also expanded its network of rest stops for delivery associates. Amazon India's operations include numerous fulfilment and sortation centres nationwide. This expansion aims to ensure seamless handling of increased customer orders. ...Less

US Ambassador Sergio Gor met with Amazon executives to discuss their India operations. They explored oppo ...More

US Ambassador Sergio Gor met with Amazon executives to discuss their India operations. They explored opportunities for American businesses and strengthening economic ties between the nations. Gor also highlighted the expanding India-US partnership across various sectors. He emphasized delivering tangible outcomes and fostering win-win cooperation. The focus remains on practical initiatives advancing the bilateral relationship. ...Less

Just days after Amazon announced its one-day delivery service in India, Flipkart too has announced a simi ...More

Just days after Amazon announced its one-day delivery service in India, Flipkart too has announced a similar facility. ...Less

India’s festive e-commerce season is expected to deliver healthy spending growth, with premium purchases ...More

India’s festive e-commerce season is expected to deliver healthy spending growth, with premium purchases coexisting with aggressive bargain-hunting. Quick commerce is expanding beyond groceries, non-metro India is driving online demand, and AI is increasingly shaping how consumers discover and buy products. ...Less

“We’re using their existing store infrastructure, which exists across multiple towns, and using those alm ...More

“We’re using their existing store infrastructure, which exists across multiple towns, and using those almost like pseudo-fulfilment centres,” Nishant Sardana, director, Amazon Now, told ET. “We’re going to use the existing infrastructure of their physical stores to make deliveries online as well.” ...Less

Uber will cut thousands of jobs in a restructuring move. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5. ...More

Uber will cut thousands of jobs in a restructuring move. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5. ...Less

Amrutanjan Health Care plans to establish one lakh direct chemist outlets this fiscal year. The company a ...More

Amrutanjan Health Care plans to establish one lakh direct chemist outlets this fiscal year. The company achieved strong growth in pain management and women's hygiene categories during FY26. This expansion aims to increase brand availability beyond its traditional strongholds in the south and east. Amrutanjan also intends to relaunch its congestion-relief brand, Relief, in the current year. The company remains confident about demand in FY27, supported by its product portfolio. ...Less

The state government has approached other platforms to fill the vacancies. Delhivery, Namma Yatri and Yul ...More

The state government has approached other platforms to fill the vacancies. Delhivery, Namma Yatri and Yulu have responded positively and agreed to join the board, people familiar with the development told ET. So far only 15 platform companies have registered with the board, collectively representing about seven lakh gig workers. ...Less

Brick-and-mortar retailers are increasingly signing partnership deals with online companies to take advan ...More

Brick-and-mortar retailers are increasingly signing partnership deals with online companies to take advantage of India’s burgeoning ecommerce business. ...Less

Happy Friday! Block deals are putting startups’ private valuations to the test. This and more in today’s ...More

Happy Friday! Block deals are putting startups’ private valuations to the test. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch. ...Less

Amazon Seller Services, which runs the Amazon India marketplace, posted a loss of Rs 4,748 crore in FY21, ...More

Amazon Seller Services, which runs the Amazon India marketplace, posted a loss of Rs 4,748 crore in FY21, down from Rs 5,849 crore in FY20. Amazon Wholesale (India)’s revenue fell 7% year-on-year to Rs 3,131 crore. ...Less

According to a notice issued by Amazon India on its seller forum, the company has, with effect from Augus ...More

According to a notice issued by Amazon India on its seller forum, the company has, with effect from August 17, 2026, changed the manner in which it calculates order cancellation fees for sellers using its Easy Ship and Self Ship services. Flipkart, meanwhile, has put in place a three-tier penalty structure for lapses in order fulfilment, effective August 23, 2026. ...Less

This year's Independence Day sales have brought impressive growth for brands and retailers, with value sa ...More

This year's Independence Day sales have brought impressive growth for brands and retailers, with value sales soaring by up to 25% and volume sales increasing by 5-7%. Such encouraging figures foreshadow a vibrant festive consumption period ahead. Major players like Reliance Retail and Lifestyle have documented remarkable sales performance, while online platforms have also witnessed demand surpassing expectations across diverse product categories. ...Less

Amazon India executives said the company was in discussions to offer the Hindi interface on other platfor ...More

Amazon India executives said the company was in discussions to offer the Hindi interface on other platforms, apart from Android. ...Less

Through this partnership, Amazon India will support, train and empower women entrepreneurs associated wit ...More

Through this partnership, Amazon India will support, train and empower women entrepreneurs associated with the organization. ...Less

Most of the revenue of Amazon Seller Services is from third-party seller services, subscriptions (includi ...More

Most of the revenue of Amazon Seller Services is from third-party seller services, subscriptions (including Amazon Prime), and other marketplace-related services like advertising and marketing support to affiliates. It also earns royalty revenue from licensing digital content to related parties. ...Less

India's Enforcement Directorate recently asked Amazon.com Inc. for information related to its operations ...More

India's Enforcement Directorate recently asked Amazon.com Inc. for information related to its operations in the country, as the agency continues to investigate the US e-commerce giant. ...Less

Happy Wednesday! India’s new-age companies are gaining ground in public markets as more startups go publi ...More

Happy Wednesday! India’s new-age companies are gaining ground in public markets as more startups go public. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch. ...Less

Amazon has doubled down on its India business in recent years, after losing the e-commerce battle in Chin ...More

Amazon has doubled down on its India business in recent years, after losing the e-commerce battle in China to local rivals. ...Less

ET had reported in November that the etailer was looking to cut jobs in India. Last year, it shut some of ...More

ET had reported in November that the etailer was looking to cut jobs in India. Last year, it shut some of its relatively smaller businesses in the country like food delivery, wholesale distribution, and Amazon Academy, as part of a larger restructuring. ...Less

We leverage the customer data and feedback to understand the gaps in the selection, pricing and reach out ...More

We leverage the customer data and feedback to understand the gaps in the selection, pricing and reach out to our vendors or OEMs to manufacture relevant products, said Amazon India. ...Less

Amazon India intends to help these associated weavers reach millions of customers across India and in tur ...More

Amazon India intends to help these associated weavers reach millions of customers across India and in turn help in empowering them and helping the weavers to display their creativity on a large scale. ...Less

Amazon India said the rising number of crorepati sellers on its platform was an indicator of the company’ ...More

Amazon India said the rising number of crorepati sellers on its platform was an indicator of the company’s growth. ...Less

The initiative has been launched with a pilot program for 1,000 apprentices, and will be scaled further, ...More

The initiative has been launched with a pilot program for 1,000 apprentices, and will be scaled further, Amazon India said in a statement. ...Less

Amazon India has launched a mobile app for those who use its platform to sell goods, opening up a host of ...More

Amazon India has launched a mobile app for those who use its platform to sell goods, opening up a host of tools to help the sellers. ...Less

Amazon India's head Amit Agarwal said the e-commerce company wants to become a platform for anyone trying ...More

Amazon India's head Amit Agarwal said the e-commerce company wants to become a platform for anyone trying to find anything on the web. ...Less

Amazon India aims to empower MSMEs by providing them with e-commerce solutions, AI-powered tools, and fin ...More

Amazon India aims to empower MSMEs by providing them with e-commerce solutions, AI-powered tools, and financial assistance. The company focuses on simplifying processes, enhancing visibility, and expanding reach to tier III and IV towns through language support and logistical investments. ...Less

On Sunday, Amazon India said it will also start its month-long festive sale from October 3. ...More

On Sunday, Amazon India said it will also start its month-long festive sale from October 3. ...Less

"Amazon India through this association with the weavers and artisans in Telangana will help them boost th ...More

"Amazon India through this association with the weavers and artisans in Telangana will help them boost their business by training them to list and sell their products online on the marketplace. ...Less

Cloudtail, one of the largest sellers on Amazon India, has seen its marketplace fee or commission to Amaz ...More

Cloudtail, one of the largest sellers on Amazon India, has seen its marketplace fee or commission to Amazon India more than double in the last two years in terms of the percentage of its revenue it pays to sell on Amazon India. ...Less

Amazon India would transport customer packages with the Railways on three routes from New Delhi to Mumbai ...More

Amazon India would transport customer packages with the Railways on three routes from New Delhi to Mumbai, Mumbai to New Delhi and New Delhi to Kolkata. ...Less

Amazon India had on Tuesday said it has temporarily stopped taking orders and disabled shipment of low-pr ...More

Amazon India had on Tuesday said it has temporarily stopped taking orders and disabled shipment of low-priority products as it focuses on delivery of essential items like household staples, hygiene and other high-priority products. ...Less

Indian FMCG companies are experiencing significant leadership changes across major firms. Several top exe ...More

Indian FMCG companies are experiencing significant leadership changes across major firms. Several top executives have transitioned, impacting company strategies and market positions. These changes occur during a period of uneven consumer demand and rising competition. Companies are adapting to evolving consumer preferences and increasing input costs. New leaders aim to drive growth and navigate a dynamic business landscape. ...Less

Typically, both Flipkart and Amazon India used to hold their flagship five-day sale events around the sam ...More

Typically, both Flipkart and Amazon India used to hold their flagship five-day sale events around the same time. Flipkart's Big Billion Days sale will be held from October 7-12. ...Less

In bid to increase cashless transactions, Amazon will also aggressively push its Amazon Pay Balance featu ...More

In bid to increase cashless transactions, Amazon will also aggressively push its Amazon Pay Balance feature that it launched in December. ...Less

The camps will first be held in Delhi and will be expanded to employees in other cities as more vaccines ...More

The camps will first be held in Delhi and will be expanded to employees in other cities as more vaccines become available ...Less

Amazon's Great Indian Festival 2024 saw a significant rise in demand for premium products, with notable g ...More

Amazon's Great Indian Festival 2024 saw a significant rise in demand for premium products, with notable growth in Apple iPad and Samsung tablet sales. Large-screen TVs, premium large appliances, and high-end fashion and beauty items also experienced increased popularity. The festival attracted 20% more customers and set new milestones for seller success and fast delivery. ...Less

The global ecommerce giant’s country head says, Amazon India grew 64% in 2017 and at over 50% in the firs ...More

The global ecommerce giant’s country head says, Amazon India grew 64% in 2017 and at over 50% in the first quarter of this year in terms of the number of units shipped. ...Less

In a communication shared with sellers on Wednesday, Amazon India said it was reducing referral fee on el ...More

In a communication shared with sellers on Wednesday, Amazon India said it was reducing referral fee on electronic devices from 5 per cent to 4 per cent. ...Less

Amazon India on Sunday announced the launch of ML Summer School which will provide an integrated learning ...More

Amazon India on Sunday announced the launch of ML Summer School which will provide an integrated learning experience for students to gain applied Machine Learning (ML) skills. ...Less

Amid fresh accusations of violation of rules, Amazon India head Amit Agarwal claimed the e-commerce major ...More

Amid fresh accusations of violation of rules, Amazon India head Amit Agarwal claimed the e-commerce major has created 2 lakh direct and indirect jobs in India in 2020 ...Less

Amazon India reports a surge in Assam's jewellery market, with traditional designs growing 20% YoY. Guwah ...More

Amazon India reports a surge in Assam's jewellery market, with traditional designs growing 20% YoY. Guwahati customers favor premium fashion and beauty, driving 30% YoY growth in watches and luxury beauty. Amazon enhances shopping with features like virtual try-ons and personalized recommendations, empowering over 10,000 local sellers and expanding its operations network in the state. ...Less

Veterans will have access to various work opportunities including a mix of individual contribution and ma ...More

Veterans will have access to various work opportunities including a mix of individual contribution and managerial roles across its Fulfilment Centres, Sort Centres, and Delivery Stations. This collaborative effort further expands Amazon India’s existing Military Veterans Employment program. ...Less

Amit Agarwal, Amazon India's country manager and VP, says India's legacy of rules is not in sync with som ...More

Amit Agarwal, Amazon India's country manager and VP, says India's legacy of rules is not in sync with something as innovative as e-commerce. ...Less

Amazon India has launched the Women in Night Shifts (WINS) initiative at one of its large sort centres in ...More

Amazon India has launched the Women in Night Shifts (WINS) initiative at one of its large sort centres in Haryana. This program aims to provide a safe and supportive work environment for women, ensuring equal opportunities for both men and women to work in various shifts, championing inclusivity, and advocating for equal work opportunities. ...Less

The Bombay High Court on Thursday quashed a criminal complaint and summons issued to Amazon India's head ...More

The Bombay High Court on Thursday quashed a criminal complaint and summons issued to Amazon India's head Amit Agarwal by a magistrate's court, following a complaint of cheating filed by a city-based lawyer. ...Less

This is effective from September 1 and comes ahead of the onset of the festive season. This year, festive ...More

This is effective from September 1 and comes ahead of the onset of the festive season. This year, festive season sales are expected to increase by 25% to reach Rs 1.2 lakh crore. The reduction in referral fees is likely to decrease the cost incurred by the sellers on Amazon India for every order they get. ...Less

In 2019, Amazon India and rival Flipkart had announced creation of over 1.4 lakh temporary jobs across su ...More

In 2019, Amazon India and rival Flipkart had announced creation of over 1.4 lakh temporary jobs across supply chain, last-mile connectivity and customer support in preparation for their festive sales. A report by RedSeer estimates that about three lakh jobs are expected to be created by various e-commerce and logistics companies during this year's festive season. ...Less

If Amazon India is able to achieve this feat, it will have taken less than half the time taken by Snapdea ...More

If Amazon India is able to achieve this feat, it will have taken less than half the time taken by Snapdeal, which had to wait for more than 4 years. ...Less

The commission has alleged that All India Mission is being involved in unlawful practices. In a letter to ...More

The commission has alleged that All India Mission is being involved in unlawful practices. In a letter to Amazon India, the NCPCR said it had requested Amazon India to look into the matter and furnish certain details about All India Mission and other orphanages funded by the company. ...Less

Vakrangee rallied 6.65 per cent in intraday trade after it announced that it has entered into a strategic ...More

Vakrangee rallied 6.65 per cent in intraday trade after it announced that it has entered into a strategic tie up with Amazon India. ...Less

Amit Agarwal, Amazon India chief says that with a new war chest of $3 billion, his company will ensure th ...More

Amit Agarwal, Amazon India chief says that with a new war chest of $3 billion, his company will ensure that lowering costs for sellers is a key priority. ...Less

Amazon India on Thursday said it has cumulatively digitised 62 lakh micro, small, and medium enterprises ...More

Amazon India on Thursday said it has cumulatively digitised 62 lakh micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and enabled exports worth USD 8 billion. ...Less

The launch of these all-women delivery stations complements Amazon Indias efforts to increase the opportu ...More

The launch of these all-women delivery stations complements Amazon Indias efforts to increase the opportunities for women in the logistics sector whilst strengthening its Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity (DEI) commitment, an official statement said. ...Less

Amazon India will transport consignments via rail across the country and is leveraging the 'COVID-19 Parc ...More

Amazon India will transport consignments via rail across the country and is leveraging the 'COVID-19 Parcel Special Trains' introduced by the Indian Railways to ramp up its operations to 55 lanes during the lockdown period, according to a statement. ...Less

Amazon.in has started a pilot to sell brand-refurbished smartphones from popular brands like Samsung and ...More

Amazon.in has started a pilot to sell brand-refurbished smartphones from popular brands like Samsung and Xiaomi to begin with. ...Less

Amazon had an average monthly user visit of around 180 million, far ahead of Flipkart's 120 million. ...More

Amazon had an average monthly user visit of around 180 million, far ahead of Flipkart's 120 million. ...Less

Amazon will debut its membership Prime service in India next month, says a tech blog that has obtained th ...More

Amazon will debut its membership Prime service in India next month, says a tech blog that has obtained the information by looking at the source code of the Amazon India website. ...Less

Swiggy's Instamart will adopt an inventory model after shareholder approval for India-owned status. This ...More

Swiggy's Instamart will adopt an inventory model after shareholder approval for India-owned status. This change allows Instamart to potentially improve margins and gain greater control. The quick-commerce unit aims to catch up with market leader Blinkit in this competitive sector. This shift requires higher working capital for inventory purchases and stock management. Instamart's transition is part of Swiggy's broader strategy for profitability. ...Less

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Amazon India Director (Last Mile Operations) Prakash Rochlani said the company has added close to 200 del ...More

Amazon India Director (Last Mile Operations) Prakash Rochlani said the company has added close to 200 delivery stations, including those operated by delivery service partners across the country, including in many remote northeastern towns. ...Less

Amazon India’s portal was the most-visited site in the country and also had the fastest-growing shopping ...More

Amazon India’s portal was the most-visited site in the country and also had the fastest-growing shopping app among all ecommerce companies in 2015. ...Less

Experts said the wider prevalence of cash on delivery and logistical challenges in the smaller towns of I ...More

Experts said the wider prevalence of cash on delivery and logistical challenges in the smaller towns of India were the main reasons for higher product returns in the country. ...Less

Realising RBI’s stern stand, Amazon started the process of bringing India payments data within the geo-fe ...More

Realising RBI’s stern stand, Amazon started the process of bringing India payments data within the geo-fence of the country. ...Less

Amazon.in announced the launch of Release Day Delivery (RDD), a service committed to delivering new produ ...More

Amazon.in announced the launch of Release Day Delivery (RDD), a service committed to delivering new product offerings to customers on the day of their launch. ...Less

Amazon's launch of pet supplies is interesting as few of the other marketplaces have a presence in this a ...More

Amazon's launch of pet supplies is interesting as few of the other marketplaces have a presence in this area. Flipkart does not sell any pet supplies. ...Less

Desai, who is cluster head of marketing and executive committee member at ITC Foods, is based in Bengalur ...More

Desai, who is cluster head of marketing and executive committee member at ITC Foods, is based in Bengaluru and has quit, said three people aware of the matter. ...Less

Services will be integrated in Bengaluru, Delhi, Ahmedabad and Mysore in next two weeks, and in Mumbai, C ...More

Services will be integrated in Bengaluru, Delhi, Ahmedabad and Mysore in next two weeks, and in Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune and Kolkata soon. ...Less