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Exciting new tablets are landing on Flipkart this Independence Day

Flipkart's much-anticipated Freedom Sale kicks off on August 7th, showcasing an exciting lineup of four new tablets. Among these, the Asus Pad stands out with its vibrant OLED display, enhancing your viewing pleasure. The HP OmniPad 12 offers versatility, easily shifting between tablet and desktop functions. Huawei returns with a…

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AI startup Kily secures Rs 30 crore from Sorin Investments, Razorpay, Wyser

The AI startup said that it plans to use the fresh capital to deepen Kily's product capabilities, strengthen its go-to market initiatives, and accelerate adoption across India's largest consumer brands. The company said its AI agents help brands manage pricing, advertising, inventory and marketplace operations by analysing real-time marketplace data…

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Samsung Galaxy F70 Pro 5G launch in India: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, 6,000mAh battery and 45W charging; Here's the price, camera and other specs

Samsung Galaxy F70 Pro 5G launch: Samsung Galaxy F70 Pro 5G is set to be launched in India today, 3 August, with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, a 6,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, and a 120Hz FHD+ Super AMOLED display. The phone is available on Flipkart and Samsung's…

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Flipkart offering Netflix for free: Here's how to claim your 30-day subscription

Flipkart Plus members can now get a free Netflix Mobile Plan. This offer rewards shoppers who place four eligible orders on Flipkart platforms. Eligible customers will unlock a 30-day Netflix subscription at no extra cost. This partnership integrates shopping behavior with entertainment access for consumers. It marks India's first e-commerce…

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Samsung Galaxy F70 Pro 5G price, specs and launch date confirmed: Here's what to know before buying your next phone

Samsung Galaxy F70 Pro 5g Pricing and Specs Confirmed in India: Samsung's Galaxy F70 Pro 5G will launch in India on August 3. The new smartphone will be available for purchase through Flipkart and Samsung's online store. Pricing for the device starts at ₹25,999 for the base model. This mid-range…

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Amazon, Flipkart slash fees as battle for smaller cities intensifies

E-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart are cutting seller fees to expand into smaller Indian cities. This strategy aims to attract more sellers and offer affordable products to consumers. Lower commissions reduce operating costs for merchants, enabling competitive pricing for buyers. Online shopping is rapidly growing in tier two and smaller…

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India ready for a premium wealth show while US missiles rattle the world

India's festive shopping season is set to highlight the country's premiumisation boom despite global uncertainty triggered by the US-Iran war. Economists and industry executives say resilient consumer demand, rising household wealth and a rapidly expanding affluent class are driving spending on premium products, from smartphones and luxury homes to automobiles…

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Flipkart ordered to pay Rs 38,000 after buyer finds mobile phone warranty started eight months before delivery

A Kerala consumer commission has ordered Flipkart to pay Rs 38,990 to a Kannur woman after finding that the Xiaomi phone delivered to her in March 2023 carried a warranty start date of July 2022, eight months before she received it. The commission ruled Flipkart had sold a previously used,…

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Swiggy Instamart ropes in ex-Myntra boss Nandita Sinha as q-comm battle heats up

Myntra's former CEO Nandita Sinha will lead Swiggy's Instamart quick commerce business from August 3. She replaces Amitesh Kumar Jha, who resigned on July 28 for other opportunities. Sinha previously led fashion e-commerce platform Myntra since 2022. This leadership change occurs as the quick commerce sector faces intense competition. Rivals…

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CAG flags Rs 12.86 crore loss in WBIDC's land deal with Flipkart in West Bengal

A CAG report revealed a Rs 12.86 crore loss for WBIDCL in land allocation, which occurred while allotting land to Flipkart's logistics arm, Instakart Services. The state's nodal agency computed land prices without accounting for water bodies on the site, the CAG found.

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Mumbai man orders iPhone 14 but allegedly receives beard growth oil instead; Flipkart and third-party seller ordered to refund Rs 2.14 lakh

A district consumer commission ordered Flipkart and a seller to refund over two lakh rupees. The Powai resident ordered an iPhone but received beard growth oil and packing material. The commission found deficiency in service and unfair trade practices by the e-commerce platform. Flipkart and the seller failed to resolve…

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Flipkart partners with India Post for parcel delivery

Flipkart has partnered with the Department of Posts for parcel delivery services. This collaboration grants Flipkart access to over 1.6 lakh post offices nationwide. The agreement enables wider market reach and improved delivery efficiency. India Post will provide last-mile delivery for Flipkart shipments across all regions. Services include prepaid, COD…

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Flipkart’s food delivery foray; Swiggy CEO on qcomm competition

Flipkart will launch its food delivery pilot next month, CEO Kalyan Krishnamurthy said. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

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From Bhadohi to Brooklyn: India's small towns are set to go global

India's latest ecommerce export reforms could transform thousands of MSMEs into global exporters by connecting small-town manufacturers with overseas buyers through platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart. Combined with Districts as Export Hubs, ODOP and FTAs, the policy aims to broaden India's exports and create the country's next export growth…

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Flipkart may add food delivery to its product offerings

Flipkart plans to launch a pilot in India's online food delivery sector soon. This move aims to challenge established players like Zomato and Swiggy. The company will learn from this pilot before considering a wider national rollout. Flipkart believes a strong value proposition can disrupt the current market. This expansion…

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Flipkart chief rules out IPO timeline; Infosys names new CEO

Happy Friday! Flipkart group CEO Kalyan Krishnamurthy talked to us about IPO plans, quick commerce, and festive demand. That and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Cleartrip bets on non-air expansion for scale, targets early-2027 breakeven

Flipkart-owned Cleartrip plans to diversify its business beyond flights to achieve breakeven by scaling its hotel, train, and bus verticals. Manjari Singhal called Cleartrip India’s second-largest air-bookings player and “fourth-ish” in hotels, but provided no market-share data. She said approaching the leader would take “a couple of years”.

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Quick commerce firms deepen battle for orders in the same pin codes: Report

Quick-commerce operators are densely expanding dark stores within existing neighborhoods. Blinkit, Flipkart Minutes, and Amazon Now significantly increased their store counts recently. This intense competition focuses on metro cities where demand is highest. Companies aim to capture customer habits and defend broader e-commerce businesses. Denser networks are crucial for meeting…

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Rs 1 lakh flagship phone starts overheating within 2 weeks: Buyer denied replacement during warranty wins full refund from Flipkart, Samsung and others

A Kerala consumer commission has ordered Flipkart, Samsung, its authorised service centre, and the third-party seller to jointly either repair a defective Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or refund Rs 1 lakh to the buyer. The phone developed overheating issues within 14 days of delivery, but every party involved tried to…

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Flipkart’s West Bengal story gets a major boost: Company invests in infrastructure, jobs, and market access

Flipkart is increasing its investment in West Bengal's digital commerce infrastructure. The company's largest fulfillment center in Haringhata supports this expansion. This initiative empowers local sellers and farmers to reach national markets. Flipkart also invests in skill development and climate-resilient agriculture programs. These efforts strengthen West Bengal's role as a…

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Bengaluru Flipkart delivery agent arrested after entering woman's flat: Man says he urgently needed to use the washroom; woman alleges he flashed her after entering without permission

Bengaluru Flipkart delivery agent arrested: A 22-year-old Flipkart delivery agent has been arrested in Bengaluru after a woman alleged he forced his way into her apartment on the pretext of using the washroom and then exposed himself. The woman shared a video on social media before filing a formal complaint.…

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Flipkart deepens West Bengal investments, backs jobs and MSMEs

Flipkart will deepen its long-term investments in West Bengal's infrastructure. The company operates its largest fulfillment center in Haringhata, West Bengal. This facility supports over 120,000 direct and indirect jobs across various functions. Flipkart's marketplace empowers over 66,000 sellers from West Bengal. The e-commerce giant remains committed to the state's…

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Flipkart delivery person arrested for obscene gesture at woman in Bengaluru

A Flipkart delivery person was arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly making an obscene gesture. Police registered a case at Marathahalli Police Station based on a woman's complaint. The accused, Vijay Mallikarjun Kamat, faces legal action under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. This incident gained public attention after an online post detailed…

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Flipkart faces sellers' heat; Zetwerk IPO gets Sebi nod

A sellers' body has filed a complaint against Flipkart, alleging unfair business practices. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

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Swiggy, Eternal surge up to 7%. Should investors chase the rally?

Swiggy and Eternal shares rallied sharply on Thursday as investor sentiment improved on Swiggy's foreign ownership falling below 50% and optimism around quick commerce. Analysts remain positive on Eternal's long-term prospects, while maintaining a more cautious stance on Swiggy amid intensifying competition in the fast-growing quick commerce market.

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