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Amazon deliveries to Assam and Northeast India to become 5-times faster: Here's why

The service will support deliveries across all seven sister states --Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura -- through Amazon's integrated air and surface transportation network.

Amazon India claims Valentine’s Day sales got a boost with the help of AI-powered search tools

In the recently concluded Valentine’s Day period, gifting emerged as one of the most popular categories with a 1.2X YoY growth for Amazon. Meanwhile, in premium segments such as luxury chocolates and curated hampers, the shopping portal saw over 1.3X YoY growth.

Layoffs, anger and a false narrative: Why an Amazon India Office video became a scapegoat for US job losses | Explained

The post was amplified by accounts linked to the MAGA political ecosystem, many of which framed the video as evidence that Indian workers were benefiting at the expense of Americans who had lost their jobs.

Some AI tools unfairly impacting online prices, shows a CCI report: Can regulators rein in the algorithm?

A report by Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Artificial Intelligence has highlighted how AI tools could be getting used for unethical price manipulation and predatory pricing.

Amazon Great Indian Festival 2025 clocks record-breaking 38 crore visits in 48 hours

GST benefits, premium splurges, and small-town shoppers powered Amazon’s fastest festival kickoff yet

Amazon hiring 1,50,000 workers in India ahead of festive sale 2025: 5 key things applicants should know

Amazon’s festive hiring spree is one of the largest in India this year. With jobs spread across hundreds of cities, inclusive hiring policies, and decent benefits, this could be a solid opportunity for those seeking work during the festive season—and possibly beyond.

Amazon India now charging Rs 5 extra per order: What it is, what it means for you, and all other details

While Rs 5 might seem negligible, this move could add up for frequent shoppers. Amazon maintains that the fee is essential for sustaining its seller platform.

Amazon may spin off India unit, looking at IPO, says report

Amazon has discussed the IPO plan with its Wall Street banker JP Morgan and has begun talks with investment banks in India

Smartphones are one of the most-preferred categories for same-day or next-day deliveries, claims Amazon

For Prime members in India, Fresh Fruits & Vegetables, Snacks & Desserts, Beauty Products, Mobile Phones, Home décor and Fashion, are the most preferred categories for Same or Next-Day Delivery.

India's e-commerce policy like to face delay amid global trade shifts: Report

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), responsible for drafting the policy in collaboration with the Department of Consumer Affairs, is proceeding cautiously, considering the broader implications of any regulatory move.

Amazon workers in India join Black Friday strike action for better wages and working conditions

About 200 warehouse workers and delivery drivers rallied in the capital, New Delhi, under a “Make Amazon Pay” banner. Some donned masks of Amazon chief Jeff Bezos and joined hands against the Seattle-based company’s practices

L&T Finance, Amazon sign strategic partnership to develop new credit solutions

The collaboration will help the L&T unit to enhance its product diversification and provide a boost to credit availability for consumers, the statement said

Amazon gears up to roll out quick commerce service by Dec-Jan: Report

It is the only large ecommerce firm without a presence in quick commerce

Amazon Prime Video to introduce ads in shows, movies in India starting 2025

Amazon plans to offer a new ad-free option at an extra fee to Indian customers at a later date. The firm will however not change the price of Prime membership in 2025.

Amazon sees majority of customer visits from tier-2 cities during festive season sale

The Amazon Great Indian Festival witnessed a record 11 crore customer visits in the first 48 hours, with 80 percent hailing from Tier-2 and below towns, the e-commerce major said

Amazon Rufus AI chatbot now rolling out to users in India

Rufus generates answers using relevant information from across Amazon.in and the web to help customers make better, more informed shopping decisions.

'Project Ashray': After outrage, Amazon India launches resting points for delivery workers

The development comes months after the National Human Rights Commission sent a notice to Amazon India over several complaints by warehouse workers

Piyush Goyal’s comments on Amazon underlines foreign cos’ aim to create unhealthy, uneven competition: CAIT

Strap: CAIT’s Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal calls for greater scrutiny on foreign investments to ensure they contribute positively to the local economy and not merely serve to sustain unprofitable operations

Amazon India partners with Gentari for 10,000 EV fleet by 2025

Under the pact, Gentari will procure and deploy EVs for Amazon in next three years besides providing comprehensive fleet management services to the delivery service partners to ensure seamless operation and upkeep of the EV fleet

Amazon Fresh expands reach to over 130 cities across India

The service includes a wide range of wet and dry groceries such as fruits, vegetables, chilled products, beauty, baby, personal care, and pet products among others

Amazon infuses Rs 1,600 crore into India entity as e-commerce wars intensify

This is the second instance where Amazon has pumped in money into Amazon Seller Services, its arm in India, in a span of five months. This comes shortly after Walmart invested $600 million into Flipkart, the homegrown rival to Amazon.

Amazon India introduces programmes to support, empower women

Key programmes include the 'rekindle' offering a launchpad for women re-entering the workforce, Ramp Back, facilitating a gradual return to work after maternity or parental leave, AmVoice listening sessions, providing a platform for senior leadership to address the concerns of women employees, and Women in Night Shifts (WINS) which ensures a safe and supportive work environment for women across all shifts.