E-Commerce

India’s Festive Shopping Spree Shatters Records: E-commerce Platforms Rake in ₹1 Lakh Crore in GMV

The festive season in India is more than just lights and sweets; it’s the best time of the year when people finally make those long-awaited purchases, drawn by jaw-dropping discounts and other offers. This year, e-commerce platforms such as...

The 10-Minute Fashion Fix: Are Quick Commerce Solving Real Problems or Creating New Ones?

First, it was groceries, then electronics, and now, fashion products in just 10 minutes? What’s next for quick commerce in India? In July 2024, quick commerce startups like Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart began expanding their services to include apparel and...

Zepto Valuation Hits $5 Billion in Just 3 Yrs: The Gung-ho Investors Pumped in Over $1 Billion in Last Two Months

Zepto, India's fast-growing quick commerce startup, is on a meteoric rise. With a recent $350 million funding round, Zepto's valuation has skyrocketed to a staggering $5 billion. What's even more astonishing is the pace at which this three-year-old startup...

D2C In India is $61.3 Billion Opportunity For Startups: Redefining India’s Retail Future

In India's fastest-growing retail sector, direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands have gained significant traction in the last few years. This shift is driven by evolving consumer behaviour, increasing internet penetration, and a growing preference for personalized shopping experiences. According to a...

Why Do 40% Smartphone Shoppers in India Turn To Amazon?

With the increasing adoption and usage of the Internet in recent years, India's vast population has propelled it to become one of the fastest-growing countries for first-time online shoppers. E-commerce companies are capitalizing on this growth, making it easier...

Over 25% of COD Orders Fail: A Major Dent in India’s E-commerce Business

India's vibrant internet market is not only extensive but also rapidly expanding and evolving. Within this dynamic e-commerce sector, companies like Amazon, Flipkart, and Ecom Express are grappling with a major challenge: failed deliveries. Known as RTO (return to origin)...

Will Flipkart’s Bet On ONDC to Compete with Swiggy, Zomato Pay Off?

Flipkart is reportedly gearing up to enter the food and beverage (F&B) sector via the Indian government-backed Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC). Some of the top executives of the Walmart-owned e-commerce giant recently engaged with ONDC officials for...

Reliance JioMart Will Emerge As The Biggest Threat to Blinkit’s Dominance in India’s Quick Commerce Sector

Reliance is all set to intensify India's quick commerce sector with the upcoming launch of JioMart in June. This lightning-fast service, promising delivery within 30 minutes, will initially roll out in 7-8 cities and gradually expand to over 1,000...

Adani to Enter e-Commerce and Digital Payments Space: Can Adani Rebuild Trust and Win in India’s Booming Digital Market?

The Adani Group, founded by billionaire Gautam Adani, is now stepping into India's fast-growing consumer market. The conglomerate, known for its vast infrastructure and logistical prowess across ports, airports and electric power, is reportedly gearing up to capture a...

Google Invests in Flipkart: Gearing Up for Quick Commerce Battle

Flipkart, India's e-commerce major, secured a $300-$350 million investment from Google, positioning the tech giant as a minor investor. This investment, subject to regulatory approvals, comes as part of Flipkart's broader funding round led by its parent company, Walmart....
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