Social Commerce: China's Boom vs India's Struggle
Social commerce thrives in China with $900 billion revenue but struggles in India, facing trust issues, logistics, and payment hurdles that may take a decade to resolve.
Social commerce thrives in China with $900 billion revenue but struggles in India, facing trust issues, logistics, and payment hurdles that may take a decade to resolve.
Bheemanna Khandre, a former Karnataka minister and senior Congress leader, passed away at 102 in Bengaluru. He served as a minister in the state government and was known for his contributions to public service.
Yemen's Prime Minister has resigned from his position, with the country's Foreign Minister appointed as his successor amid ongoing political challenges.
UBS report reveals discount wars in India's quick commerce sector have intensified, delaying margin recovery. Amazon and Zepto lead aggressive promotions while Blinkit remains cautious.
Union labour minister urges quick commerce firms to drop '10-minute delivery' ads, sparking debate on whether this addresses road safety or is just symbolic policy.
Google introduces agentic commerce with Universal Commerce Protocol, AI checkout in Search, and Business Agent for retailers, aiming to transform online shopping.
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.
Mufti Noor Ahmad Noor arrives as Taliban's charge d'affaires in Delhi, assures Indian staffers. India engages pragmatically while withholding official recognition of the regime. Read the full story.
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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.
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 (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.
Immigration officials at Chandigarh airport thwarted an attempt by an Afghan national to fly to Abu Dhabi using a forged Indian passport. Police are probing a larger network.
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.
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.
Top diplomats from Thailand and Cambodia held talks in China to strengthen a ceasefire after deadly border clashes. The meeting, facilitated by Beijing, focused on de-escalation and peace.
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.
A new UNHCR report reveals nearly 2 million Afghan refugees are still in Pakistan despite a deportation drive. Read about the humanitarian and regional implications.
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.
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.
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.
A tragic road accident near Nokundi, Pakistan, claims the lives of 11 Afghan nationals. Details on the crash, rescue efforts, and the ongoing investigation.
The George W. Bush Institute condemns the US suspension of Afghan Special Immigrant Visa applications, calling it a betrayal of wartime allies. Read the full story.
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 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 invests in Minivet AI to transform product catalogues into AI-generated videos, enhancing e-commerce engagement. Discover the strategic move shaping online shopping.
India has issued over 500 visas to Afghan nationals in four months, focusing on medical access. The move highlights a humanitarian push, with plans for continued healthcare support and infrastructure projects in Afghanistan.
A parliamentary committee has been granted more time to examine two crucial bills that outline the process for removing a Prime Minister or Chief Minister from office. The report is now due in the Winter Session.
A parliamentary committee has been given more time to examine crucial bills that propose changes to the process of removing the Prime Minister and Chief Ministers. Read the latest updates.
Oman's Commerce Minister Qais Al Yousef met India's Piyush Goyal, pledging to boost trade & investment. Key talks on CEPA, food security, and energy cooperation. Read more.