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Amazon to enter quick commerce race with 15-min delivery trial in Bengaluru

This initiative marks Amazon's first venture into offering a 15-minute delivery service globally; the initial rollout will include 1,000-2,000 products

Amazon to enter quick commerce race with 15-min delivery trial in Bengaluru
Updated On : 10 Dec 2024 | 5:03 PM IST

Blinkit vs Instamart: Chasing a moving target in quick commerce race

Instamart's GOV growth has not translated into significant margin improvements, as higher marketing and employee expenses offset gains from reduced contribution margin losses

Blinkit vs Instamart: Chasing a moving target in quick commerce race
Updated On : 05 Dec 2024 | 11:18 PM IST

Flush with funds, qcom firms Swiggy, Zepto, Blinkit focus on expansion

While announcing its September quarter results, management at Swiggy said its growth strategy for Instamart is based on hyperlocal expansion

Flush with funds, qcom firms Swiggy, Zepto, Blinkit focus on expansion
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 9:32 PM IST

Flipkart's 10-minute medicine delivery to shake up online pharmacy market

Flipkart to launch 10-minute medicine delivery under its 'Flipkart Minutes' service, partnering with local chemists to tap into quick commerce and expand its online pharmacy footprint

Flipkart's 10-minute medicine delivery to shake up online pharmacy market
Updated On : 03 Dec 2024 | 11:41 AM IST

Swiggy Instamart wins quick commerce race with 8-minute delivery: JPMorgan

Swiggy Instamart surpassed its 6-minute delivery promise, achieving a median delivery time of just 8 minutes across the top four Indian cities, the fastest among its peers

Swiggy Instamart wins quick commerce race with 8-minute delivery: JPMorgan
Updated On : 26 Nov 2024 | 7:09 PM IST

Amazon India advances qcom venture 'Tez' launch, likely by late Dec

Amazon had planned to introduce the service in the first quarter of 2025, but the timeline has reportedly been expedited with the launch scheduled for this year-end or early 2025

Amazon India advances qcom venture 'Tez' launch, likely by late Dec
Updated On : 25 Nov 2024 | 12:44 PM IST

After 10-minute deliveries, quick commerce firms test flash return services

Just last week, Blinkit rolled out 10-minute returns and exchanges for clothing and footwear in select cities, while Swiggy Instamart and Zepto are reportedly exploring similar features to keep up

After 10-minute deliveries, quick commerce firms test flash return services
Updated On : 30 Oct 2024 | 2:18 PM IST

Quick commerce boom: Industry giants race to claim their slice of the pie

India's quick commerce sector has seen an astonishing growth rate, with sales increasing by more than 280 per cent over the past two years

Quick commerce boom: Industry giants race to claim their slice of the pie
Updated On : 30 Oct 2024 | 2:13 PM IST

BigBasket, Blinkit, Swiggy deliver gold, silver in 10 min this Dhanteras

Dhanteras 2024: Quick commerce platforms are offering 10-min delivery of gold from major jewellers including Tanishq and Malabar amid the festive rush

BigBasket, Blinkit, Swiggy deliver gold, silver in 10 min this Dhanteras
Updated On : 29 Oct 2024 | 1:53 PM IST

Here's why a lot can go wrong when everything arrives in just 10 minutes

To have at least half a dozen options for quick commerce is a good thing in an economy where concentration of large monopolies and duopolies is on the rise

Here's why a lot can go wrong when everything arrives in just 10 minutes
Updated On : 29 Oct 2024 | 7:20 AM IST

Quick commerce race tightens as Tata set to enter market with Neu Flash

For grocery deliveries, Neu Flash will utilise BigBasket while Croma will provide electronics and mobile phones, and Tata Cliq will manage fashion and lifestyle products

Quick commerce race tightens as Tata set to enter market with Neu Flash
Updated On : 28 Oct 2024 | 2:18 PM IST

Use EMI to shop at Blinkit for orders above Rs 2,999: Here's how

Blinkit's EMI feature aims to boost customer loyalty by providing flexible payment options for higher-value orders

Use EMI to shop at Blinkit for orders above Rs 2,999: Here's how
Updated On : 25 Oct 2024 | 10:42 AM IST

Blinkit rolls out Seller Hub for easier onboarding of sellers, brands

The programme, on the lines of Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA), has already attracted over 200 brands

Blinkit rolls out Seller Hub for easier onboarding of sellers, brands
Updated On : 24 Oct 2024 | 12:49 AM IST

FMCG distributors body allege predatory pricing by Blinkit, Swiggy, Zepto

Retail distributors' body AICPDF has accused some quick commerce platforms of engaging in predatory pricing that leads to unfair competition with small retailers. The CCI will investigate the complain

FMCG distributors body allege predatory pricing by Blinkit, Swiggy, Zepto
Updated On : 22 Oct 2024 | 12:43 PM IST

Blinkit rolls out 10-min return service for clothes, footwear in key cities

The new service is launched in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune; company plans to add more cities soon

Blinkit rolls out 10-min return service for clothes, footwear in key cities
Updated On : 16 Oct 2024 | 3:13 PM IST

Zomato vs Swiggy: Macquarie compares food delivery, quick commerce biz

Zomato, Swiggy IPO: Swiggy, Macquarie said, seems to be 4-6 quarters behind Zomato in food delivery and quick commerce

Zomato vs Swiggy: Macquarie compares food delivery, quick commerce biz
Updated On : 16 Oct 2024 | 10:50 AM IST

Cut-throat competition forces Blinkit to revise 'zero notice' policy

Facing pressure from rivals such as Zepto, Flipkart, and Swiggy, which are aggressively competing to attract and retain top talent, Blinkit has extended its notice period policy from zero to 2 months

Cut-throat competition forces Blinkit to revise 'zero notice' policy
Updated On : 15 Oct 2024 | 4:05 PM IST