Blinkit delivers sindoor to save Delhi wedding ritual
A Delhi wedding went viral after Blinkit delivered forgotten sindoor mid-ceremony. See how quick commerce saved a crucial Hindu marriage ritual for couple Pooja & Hrishi.
A Delhi wedding went viral after Blinkit delivered forgotten sindoor mid-ceremony. See how quick commerce saved a crucial Hindu marriage ritual for couple Pooja & Hrishi.
India's food delivery market, valued at Rs 1.2 lakh crore, is poised for its next growth phase driven by customer experience, faster deliveries, and value-conscious consumption, say Swiggy and magicpin.
As Patna shivers, quick-commerce delivery workers endure freezing nights, declining orders, and safety risks for meagre earnings. Discover their untold struggle. Read more.
An AI startup founder forgot documents for her US visa interview at the Delhi embassy. A guard suggested Blinkit, which delivered prints in 15 minutes while she queued. Her visa was approved.
Kochi's Motor Vehicles Department takes action against online delivery firms for flouting road safety norms in their rush for 10-minute deliveries. Officials cite reckless driving and accidents. Read more.
A one-day strike by over 60,000 food delivery riders in Maharashtra disrupted services on Christmas. Workers protested against low pay and safety issues. Read the full story.
Food delivery workers in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are on strike demanding fair wages, social security, and regulated hours. State-wide token strike observed. Read about their demands and the government's response.
Quick commerce giant Zepto is set to confidentially pre-file its draft IPO papers with SEBI on Friday, eyeing a 2025 listing. Read about its funding, valuation, and path to becoming one of India's youngest listed startups.
Delivery workers across India, led by major unions, are striking on December 25 and 31, demanding fair pay and better safety equipment from platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. Read more.
Delivery and gig workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, and others announce a nationwide strike on December 25 and 31, 2025. They demand fair pay, safety, and an end to the 10-minute delivery model. Read their full demands.
Grammy-winning composer Ricky Kej called out Amazon India after delivery agents refused to carry his TV to the second floor. The incident sparked online outrage and an apology from Amazon. Read details.
Bengaluru's delivery scene in 2025 saw extremes: massive Rs 68,600 tips on Instamart & the rise of Rs 10 micro-carts. Discover the city's changing consumer habits.
The US Postal Service plans to open its last-mile delivery network to all shippers in 2026, aiming to boost revenue. Bidding starts early 2025. Read more.
A food delivery agent was critically injured after a speeding car hit him in Pune's Kharadi area. Police are searching for the driver who fled the scene. Read the full details.
Dubai introduces gold & black number plates for corporate delivery bikes to enhance safety. Rule effective from December end. Learn about lane restrictions and key details.
SBZee launches 100 electric vehicle carts in Delhi-NCR to revolutionize fresh produce delivery, cutting costs and emissions. Discover the future of farm-to-doorstep logistics.
Meet Veena Devi, a 52-year-old with 50% paralysis who works as a Zepto delivery agent. Her story, shared by Mallika Arora, is a powerful lesson in resilience. Read her inspiring message.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha demands a ban on 10-minute delivery services and calls for urgent protection for gig workers facing speed pressure and harassment. Read the full story.
Two Zepto delivery executives in Noida rescued a 4-year-old girl and her 2.5-year-old brother from a 10-foot-deep drain after their stepfather allegedly threw them in. The stepfather has been arrested for attempted murder.
A 25-year-old woman gave birth to a baby girl inside a moving taxi during a massive traffic jam on the Ambala-Chandigarh highway. Read this incredible story of courage and humanity.
Amazon India ramps up its 10-minute delivery network, opening two new micro-fulfilment centres daily. This comes as rivals Zepto and Swiggy Instamart secure fresh funding, intensifying the battle for India's quick commerce market. Read more.
Swiggy's 10-15 minute delivery service Bolt now operates in 700 cities, contributing over 10% of total orders. CEO Rohit Kapoor reveals each Bolt order is profitable as demand surges.
Bengaluru traffic police report staggering 1.46 lakh traffic violations by delivery executives between 2023-2025. E-commerce boom fuels dangerous riding patterns across the city.
Bengaluru faces surge in traffic violations by delivery executives with 1.46 lakh cases recorded between 2023-2025. Police crackdown reveals alarming trends in city traffic safety.
India's 12 million gig workers face uncertainty as drone delivery technology threatens bike-based jobs. Learn how automation could impact youth employment.
Swiggy will charge select restaurants an additional fee on 'One' orders starting November 25. Discover how this new Swiggy delivery fee could impact your food orders and restaurant choices.
A 55-year-old man dies in Bengaluru after being assaulted by a food delivery agent during a dispute over order delay. Police investigation ongoing.
Swiggy plans to raise Rs 10,000 crore through QIP to boost Instamart and food delivery services. Zepto reveals $900 million cash reserves for future expansion.
A Chandigarh delivery company fined ₹2,000 for delivering oranges 180 grams short. Consumer forum orders compensation in landmark case for delivery service accountability.
District Commission orders Swiggy to compensate Panchkula resident Rs 2000 for short delivery of oranges. Consumer rights victory sets precedent for online delivery accountability.