B2B quick commerce startup Fairdeal raises $15 million from Bertelsmann India, othersB2B quick commerce platform Fairdeal.Market has secured $15 million in a funding round led by Bertelsmann India Investments. The company ai...
26 May, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Early-stage vertical commerce startups continue to draw VC interest across beauty, fashion, servicesInvestors are pouring money into quick commerce startups across fashion, beauty, and services. Companies like Firi, Dazzl, and Klydo are se...
20 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India remains on a credible growth path despite fragmented global landscape: N ChandrasekaranIndia shows strong economic growth amidst global uncertainty. This is fueled by its young population, digital advancements, and government ...
18 May, 2026, 08.50 PM IST
Why India’s beauty shoppers scroll more but still buy offlineIndia's beauty and personal care market is experiencing a digital surge, with online influence tripling since 2021. While 53% of shoppers a...
06 May, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
Digital commerce in India will grow to $250 billion by 2030: Google and Deloitte reportIndia's digital commerce is set for massive growth, reaching $250 billion by 2030. Quick commerce will expand significantly, becoming a nor...
07 Apr, 2026, 08.01 PM IST
Kirana stores see dip in business as consumers shift to quick commerce: ReportConsumers are increasingly turning to quick commerce for everyday needs, leading to a reduced reliance on traditional kirana stores, a Gran...
07 Apr, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Market share of Kirana stores gradually shifting to Quick Commerce: ReportKirana stores in India are losing market share to quick commerce platforms, with their share expected to drop to 88.9% by 2028. The conveni...
20 Nov, 2024, 09.11 AM IST
CEAT aims to make deeper inroads into small towns, eyes 1 lakh outlets in 2-3 years:COO Arnab BanerjeeThe company, which has successfully partnered with kirana store operators, small automobile spare parts sellers and puncture repair shops, ...
19 Aug, 2022, 12.34 PM IST
udaan eyes strong sales in cold beverage segmentTo achieve growth the company is ramping up its inventory and has partnered with beverage makers like Paper Boat, Rasna, Dabur, Redbull and...
10 Jun, 2022, 10.55 AM IST
Flipkart Wholesale brings in credit programme for kiranas, retailersFlipkart Wholesale's credit offerings, including 'Easy Credit' in partnership with IDFC FIRST Bank, are in line with a series of initiative...
24 Aug, 2021, 10.30 PM IST
Kirana revival a key pivot in distribution chain of FMCG, say industry executivesApart from investment in eCommerce due to surge in online shopping amid the pandemic, FMCG companies are extending support and chasing the ...
11 Dec, 2020, 11.16 AM IST
Jumbotail bags $11 million in funding led by Heron RockThe startup said it will utilise the fresh capital to expand its marketplace into new geographies across India and also scale its J24 store...
26 Oct, 2020, 01.10 PM IST
Metro AG restrategises with smaller stores, to focus on kiranasThe move comes even as Metro Cash & Carry is seeking to cut operating expenses in India and shifting focus to the kirana segment from the h...
16 Oct, 2020, 10.36 AM IST
Amazon may add kirana stores to its cart to boost retail playAmazon has tied up with ShopX to digitally connect kiranas with large retailers and FMCG companies.
24 Aug, 2019, 10.48 PM IST
Airtel, Jio plan HUL tie-up for new consumer connectThe initiative could be a game changer for the two rival telcos as well as the consumer conglomerate.
19 Jul, 2019, 10.22 AM IST
Just Delivr to expand operations to 100 cities over next one yearNoida-based hyperlocal grocery startup Just Delivr plans to expand its operations to 100 cities and 10,000 merchants over the next one year.
21 Sep, 2015, 02.49 PM IST
- Nokia supports more FDI in retail sector
Supporting allowing of more foreign investments in the retail sector, Nokia said entry of multi-national retailers will not sound the death...
01 Dec, 2011, 08.12 PM IST