Ecommerce
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Government's U-turn on e-commerce hybrid
News | Apr 19, 2020, 03:12 PM ISTAmid a nation-wide extended coronavirus lockdown, the supply of non-essential goods by e-commerce companies like Amazon, Flipkart, others will remain prohibited during the lockdown period, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) informed on Sunday.
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Good news for binge-shoppers! Zara India to begin online sales in the country from 4th October 2017
Fashion | Oct 04, 2017, 01:04 PM ISTShop for luxury clothing line Zara India online.
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E-commerce players offer 'GST bonanza discount'
Jul 02, 2017, 07:02 AM ISTWith the country's much-awaited the Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform in action, e-commerce players are optimistic that more tax benefits will come in within the new tax regime, which will be shared with the consumers.
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10 funniest online shopping fails of all time
Blah | Jun 07, 2017, 06:08 PM ISTWhat you ordered vs. what you received
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Snapdeal founders admits 'mistake' in biz plan, to cut 600 jobs
Feb 22, 2017, 09:31 PM ISTThe third largest e-commerce player in India, Snapdeal to lay off its staff across verticals as co-founder Kunal Bahl admitted to making mistake in growing much before it could figure out right economic model. Struggling
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300 pc increase in complaints against e-comm firms in last 3 years, Snapdeal, eBay lead chart
Feb 08, 2017, 12:11 PM ISTThe government’s big push to its people to adopt digital transactions also has its set of concerns. In the latest revelation that should ideally lead to tightening of norms to ensure consumer safety, official data reveals that the number of cases aga
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Alibaba set to hold 40 pc stake in Paytm’s e-commerce business
Feb 03, 2017, 12:41 PM ISTChinese internet giant Alibaba is leading an investment round of between Rs 1,350 crore and Rs 1,700 crore in the newly-started online retail marketplace of Paytm.
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E-commerce players seeks sops on digital transactions in Budget
Jan 25, 2017, 06:06 PM ISTWith a view to boost a less-cash economy post demonetization, e-commerce companies, have sought incentives in the upcoming Union Budget on February 1. The incentives would help to promote e-commerce -- an essential component of
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Know how Paytm now let users to buy Google Play recharge codes
Jan 19, 2017, 11:58 PM ISTIn an effort to enable users to recharge Google Play accounts hassle-free, the Indian mobile payment Paytm has launched an option to buy Google Play recharge codes on its platform. Paytm customers can select the
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Amazon apologises to Sushma Swaraj for offending Indian sentiments
Jan 13, 2017, 12:07 AM ISTE-commerce giant Amazon on Thursday expressed regret for hurting Indian sensibilities and has written to External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj informing her about removal of the product from its Canadian website. In a letter to
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In USA Amazon is selling shoes, shoelace metal hoops bearing a likeness to Tricolour
Jan 12, 2017, 06:31 PM ISTThe largest Internet-based retailer on the planet Amazon today pulled back Indian flag themed door mats after a warning from external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj that India will not issue visa to the officials of
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Myntra aims to double sales, rationalise costs to turn profitable by March'18
Jan 01, 2017, 01:29 PM ISTOnline fashion retailer Myntra will soon cut discounts, rationalise costs and introduce more private labels with an aim to become profitable by March 2018.
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Massive surge in online shopping as e-tailers begin their annual festive season sale
Oct 03, 2016, 11:07 AM ISTWith this festive season’s much awaited annual online sale heading into full gear, e-commerce giants like Amazon, Flipkart and Snapdeal have witnessed a massive number of consumers flocking to their platforms. According to a Times
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No probe into alleged flouting of FDI norms by e-commerce companies: Commerce and Industry ministry
Aug 25, 2016, 01:51 PM ISTThe commerce and industry ministry has decided against ordering a probe into the alleged violations of FDI norms by the e-commerce comapanies. The ministry, however, said that a grievance redressal mechanism is being set up
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With 175mn shoppers, e-tailing to drive 25% of sales by 2020: Report
Jun 01, 2016, 08:22 AM ISTOnline commerce or e-tailing will become a substantial channel for the organised retail sector, by contributing as much as 25% of its total sales by 2020 to reach $60 billion in gross merchandising value, a report said.
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Sensing huge market, govt eyes delivering ‘Gangajal’ to your doorsteps
May 31, 2016, 05:20 PM ISTsensing the huge demand for Ganga water across India, the government now wants to ensure its delivery right to your doorsteps.
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Online shopping gets dearer in UP, Akhilesh govt imposes 5 pc entry tax on e-commerce purchases
May 31, 2016, 02:05 PM ISTOnline shopping in the state of Uttar Pradesh just got costlier with the government having approved a 5 per cent entry tax on all e-commerce merchandise. The decision was arrived at a meeting of the state Cabinet under the chairmanship of chief minis
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Boost for e-commerce, government approves 100 per cent FDI in marketplace model
Mar 29, 2016, 08:15 PM ISTNew Delhi: The government on Tuesday permitted 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) in the marketplace model of e-commerce retailing with a view to attract more foreign investments. As per the guidelines issued by the Department
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Alibaba’s business hits $463 bn mark, slated to pip Walmart as world's top retailer
Mar 22, 2016, 02:18 PM ISTMarking a significant development in the e-commerce market, Chinese giant Alibaba has on Monday said it has crossed a major milestone, hitting the 3 trillion RMB ($463 billion) in trade volume transacted over its China retail marketplaces in under a
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Perform or perish: 200 Snapdeal employees in line of fire
Feb 25, 2016, 05:36 PM ISTNew Delhi: A total of 200 employees at e-commerce major Snapdeal have a sword hanging over their heads with the company issuing them a one-month deadline to either improve or be ready to face termination