E-commerce: News
Dabur banned from selling food products with '100 percent' claims
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has banned Dabur India Ltd from selling a range of food products carrying "100 percent" claims.
Will India's FDI rule change boost exports of handicrafts?
The Indian government has amended its Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy to allow e-commerce firms with foreign stakes to hold inventory for export purposes.
Why Amazon and Flipkart are slashing seller fees
Amazon and Flipkart are slashing or waiving commissions on a wide range of products. The move is aimed at expanding their footprint in India's smaller cities and towns, where online shopping is booming.
ChatGPT enters e-commerce with built-in Visa payments
Visa has integrated its payment network with OpenAI's ChatGPT, allowing the AI chatbot to shop and make purchases on behalf of users.
India's services sector grows at fastest pace in 6 months
India's services sector has witnessed its fastest growth in six months, largely due to a surge in domestic demand. The growth was particularly strong in e-commerce, entertainment, and IT industries.
Why FirstCry parent's shares are down 50% from issue price
Brainbees Solutions, the parent company of e-commerce platform FirstCry, has witnessed a major drop in its share value.
Love shopping? This is a must-read
Immersive virtual retail stores are revolutionizing the shopping experience by employing AI to build interactive 3D environments.
Those in the financial field must use these AI tools
AI tools are transforming financial risk assessment, steering away from traditional manual processes and static models.
Pine Labs acquires Shopflo for ₹88cr to boost D2C offerings
Leading fintech firm Pine Labs has announced the acquisition of Shopflo Technologies, a direct-to-consumer (D2C) checkout platform.
Tech stocks: All about this investment option
India's tech stocks are becoming increasingly popular among global investors, thanks to their potential for high returns and market growth.
Indian e-commerce stocks: All about this investment option
Investing in Indian e-commerce stocks can be a profitable opportunity, given the booming online retail market.
How Amazon will stop sale of fake products in India
E-commerce giant Amazon is intensifying its efforts to fight against the sale of counterfeit products in India.
Magicpin launches AI assistant 'Vera': What does it do?
Magicpin, a leading food delivery and e-commerce platform, has launched an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant called "Vera."
Foreign firms lease record 9M sq-ft office space in India
Foreign companies have leased a record 9.1 million square feet of office space in India's top nine cities during the first quarter of this year. The surge was mainly due to the establishment of Global Capability Centers (GCCs).
How to identify spices in dishes? Ask these AI tools
Artificial intelligence has revolutionized identifying spices in dishes, moving from guesswork to precision.
For textile designers: These AI tools will change your life
Modern textile designers are increasingly turning to AI tools to revolutionize their design processes. From digitizing fabrics, simulating textures, generating patterns, to visualizing garments, these tools help with everything.
India partners with Alibaba to boost exports, support small businesses
The Indian government has partnered with Alibaba.com, a leading Chinese e-commerce platform, to promote exports.
How India-US trade deal will impact our e-commerce firms
Indian e-commerce start-ups are waiting for more details on India-US trade deal and its implications for their sector.
Budget 2026: Most CXOs don't expect new personal income taxes
A recent Moneycontrol-Deloitte CXO survey has revealed that over 84% of corporate leaders do not expect any new personal income tax measures in the upcoming Union Budget.
Amazon paying customers $309M to settle return policy lawsuit
Amazon has agreed to a settlement valued at more than $1 billion, which includes both monetary and non-monetary components, to resolve allegations of improper refunds for returned items.
Win for inclusivity: First autistic Barbie doll launched in India
Mattel has launched its first-ever autistic Barbie in India, expanding its inclusive vision.
India's post-Diwali spending stays strong, digital payments continue to rise
India's consumption pattern seems to be holding strong even after the Diwali rush, with digital payments showing no signs of the usual post-festival slump.
FSSAI orders nationwide removal of juices, electrolyte-drinks sold as 'ORS'
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered the immediate removal of fruit-based drinks, ready-to-serve beverages, electrolyte drinks, and similar products that are falsely marketed as "ORS" (Oral Rehydration Salts).
Buying packaged goods on e-commerce platforms will soon become easier
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has proposed a major change for e-commerce platforms.
Why French are angry with Shein
Shein, a leading e-commerce platform, has announced a global ban on the sale of sex dolls.
Blinkit, Zepto drive festive sales surge for India's D2C brands
India's direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands are witnessing unprecedented growth during the festive season, thanks to a surge in online demand and quick commerce-led purchases.
AWS outage: How much companies may have lost after disruption
A major outage in one of Amazon Web Services (AWS)'s core regions caused widespread failures at thousands of companies globally.
Should you buy gold jewelry online this Diwali?
The festive season is in full swing, with people flocking to jewelry stores for gold purchases on auspicious occasions like Diwali.
Tier-3 cities are driving India's online Diwali shopping
India's online Diwali shopping has been largely driven by non-metro cities this year.
India's e-commerce market might surge to $345B by 2030
India's e-commerce market is expected to grow from $145 billion in FY2025 to a whopping $345 billion by FY2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19%.
Flipkart's Super.money partners with Juspay to streamline online payments
Walmart-owned Flipkart's financial service platform, Super.money, has partnered with payments infrastructure firm Juspay.
How to protect your credit score this festive season
The festive season is here, and with it, a flurry of online sales from major e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra.
Centre monitoring GST rate cuts to ensure benefits reach consumers
The Indian government is keeping a close watch on the transmission of recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts to consumers.
Modi likely to visit US for UN meeting, meet Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit the United States next month for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session.
China cracks down on counterfeit Labubu dolls, safeguarding IP, culture
China has intensified its efforts to crack down on the counterfeiting of Labubu dolls, a popular character designed by Kasing Lung and sold by toy giant Pop Mart.
Only 25% of 850M internet users in India shop online
A recent report by McKinsey & Company has highlighted the immense potential of India's e-commerce sector.
India-UK FTA: E-commerce consignments under £1,000 exempt from origin requirements
The trade agreement signed between India and the UK is expected to facilitate India's e-commerce exports.
Why Modi government wants 'country-of-origin' filter on e-commerce sites
The Indian government is mulling the introduction of a "country of origin" filter on e-commerce platforms.
What 'The Social Network' got right about our tech future
Though The Social Network is a movie about Facebook's creation, it gives us a glimpse of what the future holds in terms of technology.
Online shopping in India might become safer for you soon
India's Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has asked all e-commerce platforms to perform self-audits within three months.
Flipkart launches 'Creator Cities' to boost shopping: What is it?
Flipkart, India's homegrown e-commerce marketplace, has launched 'Creator Cities' to scale up video commerce.