Google Unveils AI Shopping Tools with Gemini Checkout & UCP
Google announces major AI shopping expansion, including direct checkout in Gemini and the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP). Discover how this changes e-commerce for users and retailers.
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AI Agents Take Over Buying Decisions in New Commerce Model
A fundamental shift is underway as AI agents, not humans, start making purchase decisions. Discover how agentic commerce is transforming online shopping in India and what it means for businesses and consumers.
US Exit from Climate Governance: An Opportunity for Global South
With the US withdrawing from key climate bodies like UNFCCC & IPCC, global climate governance faces a void. This editorial argues it's a chance for middle-income nations & alliances like the International Solar Alliance to step up. Read more.
SRCC completes 100 years, remains DU's most sought-after college
Delhi University's Shri Ram College of Commerce celebrates its centenary, tracing its journey from a Daryaganj bungalow to a premier institution embracing AI and entrepreneurship for the future.
SRCC marks 100 years, shaping India's economic leaders
Delhi University's Shri Ram College of Commerce begins its centenary year, celebrating a century of excellence in commerce and economics education that started with just 12 students. Discover its journey.
Shri Ram College of Commerce begins centenary celebrations
Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) kicks off its 100-year journey with alumni reunions, reflecting on its evolution from 1926 to a leading global brand. Explore its history of democratizing commerce education.
Quick Commerce's 2026 Challenge: Profitability vs. Growth
India's quick commerce sector, led by Blinkit, Instamart & Zepto, faces a tougher 2026 despite explosive growth. Giants Amazon & Flipkart enter, forcing focus on unit economics & profitability. Read more.
Quick Commerce Redefines Indian Retail in 2025
India's retail sector transformed in 2025 as quick commerce, reaching 33 million users, made instant delivery the norm. Explore the rise, challenges, and future.
Indore Traders Seek PM Modi's Help to Curb E-commerce Discounts
Indore's Ahilya Chambers of Commerce writes to PM Modi, demanding urgent policy to regulate e-commerce discounting and price dumping, which they claim is crippling traditional markets and small retailers in the city.
ElasticRun's Quick Commerce Drive Aims for 50% of Shipments
ElasticRun is expanding its dark store network to offer 2-4 hour deliveries in small towns, narrowing losses to ₹145 Cr in FY25. Quick commerce is now its primary growth engine for FY26.
SwiftMart Adopts Local Sourcing, Empowers Gujarat MSMEs
Gujarat-based e-commerce startup SwiftMart shifts to a 100% local sourcing model, partnering with 500+ MSMEs. This strategic pivot aims to empower local businesses and boost the regional economy. Discover how this venture is reshaping hyperlocal commerce.
Instamart 2025: ₹22L Top Spender, 3-Min iPhone Delivery
Swiggy Instamart's 2025 data reveals astonishing trends: a ₹22 lakh top spender, 3-minute iPhone deliveries, and ₹1 lakh on condoms. Discover India's quick commerce revolution.
India's Security Challenge Beyond Magical Thinking
As America's new security doctrine leans on hopeful assumptions, India faces real threats from climate, commerce, and conflict. Expert analysis reveals why pragmatic strategy is non-negotiable for New Delhi. Read more.
Flipkart Buys Majority Stake in AI Startup Minivet
Flipkart acquires a majority stake in AI/ML solutions provider Minivet AI to build core Generative AI capabilities. This strategic move aims to transform e-commerce with visual and conversational discovery. Read more.
Flipkart Buys Majority Stake in Minivet AI for GenAI Push
Flipkart acquires a majority stake in Minivet AI to enhance its generative AI capabilities for creating dynamic video content from product catalogues. Discover the impact on Indian e-commerce.
Flipkart Buys Majority Stake in Minivet AI
Flipkart invests in Minivet AI to transform product catalogues into AI-generated videos, enhancing e-commerce engagement. Discover the strategic move shaping online shopping.
Flipkart Fliptrends 2025: Gen Z, Tier 2 Cities Reshape E-commerce
Flipkart's Fliptrends 2025 report reveals Gen Z drives discovery via scroll, Tier 2 cities lead premium spending, and video & quick commerce become dominant habits. Explore India's new shopping DNA.
SOF ICO 2025-26 Results Out: Check Now
Science Olympiad Foundation declared the International Commerce Olympiad (ICO) 2025-26 results on Dec 15. Students can check ranks, scores online. Follow steps to download.
South Asian MPs Propose Regional Climate Council
South Asian MPs propose a regional climate council (SACCC) to combat shared climate threats. Collective action is vital as the region faces severe GDP losses by 2050.
Traditional Grocery Retailers Thrive in Hyderabad Despite Q-Commerce
Despite the rapid growth of quick commerce, Hyderabad's traditional fruit and vegetable retailers are holding strong. Discover why sensory experience and trust are key factors keeping customers loyal to local vendors.
The ₹1 Beauty Strategy of Swiggy, Zepto & BigBasket
Swiggy Instamart and Zepto are selling select beauty products for ₹1. Discover the high-margin strategy behind this quick commerce war and what it means for India's $24 billion beauty market.
Two killed in Assam's man-elephant conflict
Two men killed by elephants in Assam within 24 hours, highlighting the deadly conflict during harvest season. Officials cite shrinking forests as the cause. Read more.
Amazon to Open 2 Dark Stores Daily, Target 300+ by Year-End
Amazon India accelerates its quick commerce battle, planning over 300 dark stores by December 2025. The focus is on deepening reach in key metros like Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai.
India's COP30 Success: Climate Finance Breakthrough Achieved
India celebrates major victories at COP30 climate summit with adaptation finance tripling, just transition mechanism, and global implementation accelerator established. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav explains outcomes.
Meesho's Rs 5,421 Crore IPO Focuses on Affordable E-commerce
Meesho CEO Vidit Aatrey reveals IPO strategy focusing on value e-commerce segment, not quick delivery. The Rs 5,421 crore public offering opens December 3. Read more about their market approach.
COP30 verdict: More talk than action on climate
COP30 climate talks in Brazil failed to deliver ambitious emission cuts. India faced extreme weather on 99% of days, highlighting urgent need for climate action and adaptation finance.
Assam's Climate Action: 6 Projects Done, 9 Ongoing
Assam govt completes 6 climate research projects, with 9 more in progress. The state's comprehensive Climate Change Action Plan features 211 actions across key sectors.
JSW-TOI Earth Care Awards Open Nominations
JSW & Times of India invite applications for Earth Care Awards 2024. New 'Communicators for Climate Action' category honors impactful environmental storytelling. Apply by Nov 30!
COP30 Brazil: Indigenous Mutirão Shapes Climate Summit
Discover how Brazil's COP30 championed 'mutirão' - an indigenous collective action approach creating new climate governance. Learn about this groundbreaking participatory model.
Real Climate Failures Beyond Brazil Summit Venues
The true shortcomings in climate action aren't in conference halls but in implementation gaps. Discover why 2025 climate policy progress remains inadequate despite summits.
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