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    • No single framework enough to regulate dark patterns, says consumer affairs minister

      The government will continue to monitor, audit and hold platforms accountable because as companies evolve, so do their tactics, Pralhad Joshi tells Moneycontrol

    • Quick-commerce scale-up hasn’t slowed Meesho; India still cares more about price than speed: CEO Vidit Aatrey

      Aatrey, in an interview with Moneycontrol, said emerging markets consistently reward affordability-led ecommerce models, adding that Meesho’s momentum has strengthened even as rapid-delivery players expand across categories.

    • MC Interview | Meesho still works with a startup attitude; Not benchmarking against any other player: Cofounder and CEO Vidit Aatrey

      After a decade of pivots, disciplined execution and sustained cash-flow strength, Meesho’s leadership says the company is entering public markets from a position of clarity and confidence, adding that it will continue prioritising long-term growth, affordability and customer focus over external benchmarks.

    • Meesho IPO opens next week: Price band, dates, lot size, issue size and all key details

      Meesho's initial public offering will raise Rs 5,421.05 crore at the top of the price range, comprising a fresh issue of Rs 4,250 crore, and an offer for sale (OFS) which has been trimmed down to around Rs 1,172 crore.

    • Myntra’s creator commerce bet drives 10% of revenue; aims to double share by 2026

      The Walmart-owned fashion platform has doubled revenue from creator-led sales in a year and plans to scale its shoppable video and affiliate ecosystem

    • Govt proposes mandatory 'country of origin' filters for e-commerce platforms

      It is expected to ensure a level-playing field for Indian manufacturers, helping domestic products gain equal visibility alongside imported goods and encouraging consumers to choose locally made alternatives.

    • SEBI clears Meesho IPO; e-commerce firm to raise Rs 4,250 crore via fresh issue

      The listing will see partial exits by marquee investors including Elevation Capital, Peak XV Partners, and Y Combinator, even as Meesho looks to strengthen its tech and brand infrastructure.

    • How Vidit Aatrey, Meesho’s marathon man, turned pivots and discipline into an IPO-ready company 

      From WhatsApp boutiques to a billion orders, Vidit Aatrey’s Meesho cracked India’s value-conscious market. It will be the first major horizontal e-commerce platform to go public in India. 

    • IPO-bound Meesho in Rs 127-crore arbitration dispute with AWS over unpaid cloud bills

      Amazon Web Services has accused Meesho of non-payment and breach of contractual commitments. The e-commerce firm has hit back with a Rs 86-crore counterclaim alleging inadequate service and support

    • Cracker of a Diwali: Quick commerce drives record festive season sales for D2C brands

      Sales are up two to three times from the previous year. Brands leaned on AI-driven forecasting, decentralised fulfilment and closer coordination with platforms to stay on schedule despite packed warehouses and worker shortages

    • Meesho IPO: Issue size, investor exits, financial report card and delivery risks decoded

      Small-town shoppers made Meesho big — now the value-commerce platform is eyeing a Rs 4,250-crore IPO, with early investors set for bumper exits and the company betting big on tech and scale to steady its path to profitability.

    • Meesho receives SEBI approval for $800 million IPO as new-age companies line up to go public 

      Meesho's net loss for FY25 stood at Rs 3,941 crore, up from Rs 305 crore, due to expenses related to flipping its base from the US to India. Without the exceptional item, Meesho’s net loss was Rs 289 crore.

    • Logistics firms brace for Diwali rush amid supply chain strain, worker crunch

      From smart routing to predictive dashboards, 3PL players are using AI to ease warehouse congestion and keep India’s festive deliveries on schedule..

    • Govt launches probe into e-commerce platforms charging extra for COD orders

      The consumer affairs ministry has initiated an investigation into e-commerce platforms levying additional fees on Cash-on-Delivery orders, calling the practice a ‘dark pattern’ that misleads consumers.

    • 60-75 million Indian gamers spend on in-app purchases: Rooter’s Piyush Kumar

      A combination of regulatory clarity from the government's new online gaming law and India's large but under-monetised user base gives the country a 'credible shot' at becoming a global gaming powerhouse, according to a report released by VC firm Lightbox.

    • Amazon India marketplace narrows losses by 89% to Rs 374 crore; Revenue rises 19%

      This turnaround was also partly under newly appointed India head Samir Kumar who took over from Manish Tiwary in October and ran operations for six months of FY25.

    • iThink Logistics launches AI-powered platform for cross-border e-commerce

      The engine is built to scale across millions of SKUs, supporting growing e-commerce catalogues with automated, accurate, and compliant international shipping, the company said.

    • OPINION | India’s E-commerce Surge: A market multiplier for startups and investors

      The question is no longer whether Indians will shop online, but how deeply digital commerce will reshape the nation’s economy, jobs, and competitiveness. The evidence is clear: e-commerce has moved from convenience to core, from optional to inevitable – the very backbone of India’s growth story this decade

    • Flipkart Internet losses narrow 37% to Rs 1,494 cr in FY25, revenue rises 14%

      The decline in losses was aided by a sharp rise in revenues and operating leverage across its marketplace and advertising businesses

    • Myntra profit widens to Rs 548 crore in FY25, revenue up 18% YoY

      The surge in profitability came on the back of higher revenues and tighter cost controls, particularly in employee expenses.

    • Amazon expands quick commerce service 'Now' to Mumbai, after Delhi and Bengaluru

      With Mumbai now live, Amazon is signalling it is done testing the waters and is ready for a larger play in India’s $7-billion quick commerce market.

    • From Amazon to Zomato: Platform fee is the charge that keeps on giving for e-commerce apps

      From food delivery and e-commerce to fashion and ticketing, fees tucked into bills are quietly reshaping how platforms balance costs, fend off competition, and chase profitability.

    • OPINION | Mo Money, Mo Problems (and fewer customers)—Why conglomerates struggle with digital commerce

      Conglomerates struggle in Indian e-commerce due to slower decision-making and lack of cultural relevance. Success lies in leveraging existing strengths—supply chains, partnerships, and trust—rather than mimicking startups

    • D2C brands deploy AI to cut returns, boost sales amid festival season rush

      From tackling fake returns and delivery failures to optimising supply chains and personalising festive campaigns, brands are betting on AI tools to protect margins and capture a larger share of India’s Rs 1.2 lakh crore festive e-commerce market.

    • Amazon, Flipkart hail new GST reforms, gear up for festive season sales boost

      GST clarity clears the air for e-commerce majors, enabling Flipkart and Amazon to finalise festive flagship sale dates, with analysts expecting a boost in demand for big-ticket items.

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