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FSSAI issues notices to BigBasket, Flipkart, Gemini Edibles over misleading claims

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India issued notices to three companies for misleading health claims. Gemini Edibles & Fats India, as well as e-commerce platforms BigBasket and Flipkart India, were implicated. The claims regarding cholesterol and health benefits of rice bran oil do not comply with regulations. Furthermore,…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

Flipkart Minutes overtakes Swiggy Instamart in dark stores across top 10 cities

The gap is narrow but significant, pointing to the rapid expansion of Flipkart's quick-commerce business even as established players continue to deepen their networks. The 10 cities together account for 3,536 dark stores, according to CLSA's Quick Commerce Map, with Blinkit leading at 969 stores, followed by Zepto at 828,…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Post Chandrasekaran, the head that wears the Tata crown won't rest easy

As N. Chandrasekaran prepares to step down, Tata Sons faces a pivotal succession dilemma. The new chairman will take the reins of iconic brands including Air India and JLR, each laden with intricate challenges. TCS is set to embrace the advancing AI landscape while Tata Digital strives for profitable growth.

The Economic Times · Aug 12

BigBasket founder's exit; Pocket FM’s reverse flip

Amazon veteran Amit Nanda, currently director of selling partner services, now takes over as CEO.

The Economic Times · Jun 17

Hari Menon exits BigBasket; Sarvam cofounder on fresh funding

BigBasket's longtime leader Hari Menon has stepped down as CEO. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

The Economic Times · Jun 16

BigBasket CEO Hari Menon steps down; Amazon veteran Amit Nanda takes over

BigBasket CEO Amit Nanda: Tata-owned BigBasket founder Hari Menon has stepped down from the CEO role at the e-grocery firm, the company announced on Tuesday. Amazon veteran Amit Nanda, the director of selling partner services at the ecommerce major, will be taking over as the chief executive.

The Economic Times · Jun 16

Bigbasket elevates Seshu Tirumala as COO as it sharpens quick commerce push

Tirumala joined BigBasket in 2014 and was most recently its chief buying and merchandising officer. He has also overseen sourcing, category management and private labels. BigBasket said its private-label business now contributes nearly 40% of total sales.

The Economic Times · Jun 4

In India's Congested Cities, Delivery Apps Cash In

In India's sprawling financial hub of Mumbai armies of "dabbawalas" have for decades crisscrossed the city by foot and bicycle, delivering home-cooked food to office workers who are keen to avoid the searing heat and traffic-snarled streets.

International Business Times · May 25, 2025

Only three e-commerce platforms have minimum wage policy: study

Grim working conditions for India's gig workers revealed by Fairwork India's fifth annual study across 12 e-commerce platforms. Only three platforms had minimum wage policy, two had external audits to check for biases, and none provided living wage. Five Fairwork principles examined, with two platforms not receiving any points. No…

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

Tata reviews super app strategy as sales may miss target by 50%

MUMBAI: MUMBAI: Tata Group’s ambitious super app is expected to meet just half of the sales target in its debut year, forcing the sprawling Indian corporate to review its digital strategy, people familiar with the matter said.

The Times of India · Jan 11, 2023