A new survey reveals 74% of consumers support the government's push to remove 10-minute delivery promises. Most want quick delivery only for medicines and essentials, citing rider safety concerns.
Lakshmanan Angamuthu, a paraplegic from Chennai, works as a Zomato delivery agent using his motorized wheelchair, overcoming challenges to earn Rs 20,000 monthly and inspire others with disabilities.
A journalist's three-day experience delivering for Zomato, Blinkit, and Swiggy reveals harsh realities: low pay, punishing hours, and algorithmic control in India's convenience economy.
A viral video shows a Zomato delivery agent consuming a customer's food after a doorstep delivery argument, igniting discussions on app-based worker pressures in India.
Indian quick commerce firms like Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy, and Zomato have ceased their 10-minute delivery services following a government order to ensure safety and compliance.
Major food delivery apps like Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto, and Blinkit are reconsidering their 10-minute delivery model following government intervention and strikes by gig workers over safety concerns.
A customer's viral post reveals a ₹335 price difference between Zomato and restaurant bills, igniting a fierce online debate about food delivery app pricing and hidden costs. Read the full story.
A Zomato user's complaint about being charged ₹655 for a ₹320 order ignites a social media storm. Users demand transparency on commissions, while delivery partners report unpaid incentives. Read the full story.
In Ranchi, app-based delivery riders navigate traffic and algorithms for unstable incomes. Facing high fuel costs, safety risks, and no social security, they represent the human cost of instant convenience. Discover their untold story.
A food delivery platform confirms its delivery executive is safe after a concerning incident. The company has reinforced safety training to prevent future risks. Read the full statement and details.
Suraj Biswas, a startup founder who worked as a Zomato delivery partner, shares his journey and defends the gig economy, revealing high earnings and flexibility. Read his full story.
The New Year's Eve strike by delivery workers ignited a fierce debate on India's gig economy, questioning the reality behind 'flexibility' and highlighting demands for fair pay and social security. Explore the clash between platform giants and worker unio
How much do Swiggy and Zomato delivery partners really earn? A deep dive into the numbers reveals a complex picture of incentives, waiting time, and net income. Explore the data behind the New Year's Eve strike.
Maharashtra govt widens Package Scheme of Incentives for MSMEs to include developed areas like Pune. Subsidies on GST, electricity, and stamp duty now available. Learn how this impacts investment.
A deep dive into how lack of formal jobs, poor finances, and a surplus of young workers are choking India's delivery agents. Discover the on-ground reality beyond the paper rules. Read more.
Recent strikes by delivery agents highlight a crucial economic truth: fair wages can fuel consumption and growth without harming the gig business model. Discover how India's Labour Codes hold the key.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal explains the routine termination of 5,000 delivery partners monthly, citing fraud and misuse. He defends safety and support systems amidst criticism.
Anand Sankar, an apple e-tailer, objects to Deepinder Goyal's language on delivery partners' strike. He shares personal stories highlighting gig workers' struggles and dignity. Read his full critique.
Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal opens up on Swiggy's early delivery dominance, his initial resistance, and the Shark Tank exit due to Swiggy's sponsorship. Exclusive insights from a recent podcast.
Zomato co-founder Deepinder Goyal refutes reports of 500-600 layoffs, calls it 'wrong news'. He defends strict policies and the gig economy model amidst nationwide delivery worker protests.
A new report reveals delivery workers for apps like Zomato and Swiggy face high stress and daily pay as low as Rs 600. Discover the hidden price of instant convenience.
Kochi residents face longer grocery delivery times as apps drop 10-minute promise after gig workers' strike for fair pay and safety. Discover the new reality.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha confronts Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal over delivery worker protests. The gig economy dispute escalates on social media, highlighting low pay and work pressure for millions.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha defends 2025 gig worker strike, criticises platforms for 'miscreants' label. He calls for dignity, fair pay, and slams coordinated criticism. Read the full debate.
A Blinkit delivery agent's simple, personal New Year wish written on a customer's receipt sparks a viral wave of joy and appreciation online. Read this heartwarming story.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal counters criticism of gig work, stating it provides flexible hours and reliable income for many, without pressuring delivery partners.
The Indian Federation of App-based Transport Workers criticizes Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal for failing to address key concerns of gig workers. Read the full story on the ongoing dispute.
Zomato's Deepinder Goyal reveals delivery partner earnings rose to Rs 102/hour in 2025. He defends the gig model's flexibility, addresses safety concerns, and details insurance benefits. Read the full debate.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal defends Blinkit's 10-minute model after NYE strike. Workers say shrinking payouts, not speed, force 12-hour shifts. Unions cite 'economic desperation'.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal argues the gig economy forces consumers to confront inequality daily. He defended platform work after a strike, saying it makes the working class visible.