Centre mulls changes in draft e-commerce rules, give clarity on flash sales

Revised norms will clear ambiguity on proposed amendments, say officials

The Centre is considering changes to the consumer protection rules on e-commerce that may include redrafting related party sales and clarity on flash sales, after consultation with industry and e-commerce players.
 
Government officials said the revised rules will be notified soon, and will clear ambiguities on the proposed amendment that are aimed at further tightening the regulatory regime of the e-commerce space in India.
 
Last month, industry associations such as Confederation of Indian Industries, Retail Association of India (RAI), Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), Internet and Mobile Association of India (IMAI), PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry,