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Amazon, Flipkart Warned For Not Revealing Product's Manufacturing Origin
The Consumer Affairs Ministry has warned the e-commerce giants - Amazon India and Flipkart - for the sellers not mentioning the product’s manufacturing country. The Union government has sought an explanation for the lapses in the implementation of the rules within 15 days. The rules were enforced following the Indo-China standoff, owing to which Indian government banned Chinese imports. However, the e-commerce companies have still not… read-more
Tags: Amazon India, Flipkart, india china face off, INDIA CHINA border(1346), competition, Violation, big billion sale
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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Flipkart Launches Internships for Undergrads Ahead of Big Billion Sale
Flipkart has started 'Launchpad', a 45-day paid internship for undergraduate students before its Big Billion Sale. The program is aimed for undergrads to gain knowledge on supply chain management and create a team in the e-commerce industry. The internships will be held in 21 tier-II cities including those of West Bengal, Maharashtra, Haryana and Karnataka. The participants will be trained on various aspects of e-commerce with COVID… read-more
Tags: Education, Flipkart, big billion sale, internship
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Samsung Launches Galaxy F41 In India; Eyes Mid-range Segment
Samsung has launched a new smartphone, 'F41', in the mid-range category in India. Reportedly, 'F41' has two variants: 6GB + 64GB model priced at Rs 16,999, and 6GB + 128GB version at Rs 17,999. It can be purchased via Flipkart or Samsung website from October 16. 'F41' has octa-core Exynos 9611 SoC processor, 6,000mAh battery, triple rear cameras, and Android 10 among other features.
Tags: Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Samsung F-41, Flipkart
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Poco X3 to Launch in India; Price, Specifications, Release Date & More
Poco X3 which is already available in the global market is all set to launch in the Indian Market. The phone will be available on Flipkart from September 29 at a starting price of Rs 16,999. The Smartphone will be available in various models of up to 8GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Other features include Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G processor, 64MP quad-camera and 33W fast charging.
Tags: POCO Mobiles, Smartphones, Flipkart, Poco X3
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Flipkart Plans to List its Overseas IPO As Early As 2021
E-commerce firm Flipkart is eyeing for an initial public offerings in the US and Singapore as early as 2021. The offering could value the firm up to $50 billion (roughly Rs. 3,68,512 crores), sources familiar with the company's plans told Reuters. Reportedly, Flipkart's current market value stands at $25 billion. However, the Bengaluru-based firm has not responded on the information being surfaced yet.
Tags: Technology, Walmart, Tech-Gaint, Flipkart
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Flipkart to Create Over 70,000 Seasonal Jobs During "Big Billion Days" Sale
Walmart owned Flipkart has planned to create over 70,000 new jobs preparing for a rise in online shopping. Flipkart's "Big Billion Days" sale along with the festive sale generates their biggest sales of the year. The motive behind this is to provide seasonal jobs directly and indirectly. The company has also targeted over 50,000 grocery stores for last-mile deliveries as the sale has increased due to the pandemic.
Tags: Flipkart, Diwali, Annual Sale, job opportunities
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Country of Origin on Products to be Displayed on Amazon and Flipkart
The country of origin for the products marketed by the sellers on Amazon and Flipkart will now be listed as per government orders. The companies have asked the vendors to mention the country of origin, under the provisions of the Legal Metrology Act of 2009. However, questions have surfaced as to whether the country of origin of the marketplace should be listed or the wholesaler's.
Tags: Amazon India, Flipkart, business, marketing
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Flipkart Partners with HipBar For Alcohol Delivery
Flipkart has made an arrangement with Giageo-backed HipBar, an alcohol home delivery mobile app, to deliver alcohol in two states, according to sources. Reportedly, it will allow customers to order alcohol from the latter's mobile app. Amazon is also considering a similar strategy as Swiggy and Zomato have already been distributing liquor in some cities. Alcohol market in India is worth $27.2 billion, as per IWSR Drinks Market Analysis.
Tags: Flipkart, HIPBAR, ALCOHOL DELIVERY, IWSR, Amazon
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Amazon Beats Flipkart; Becomes Top Online Smartphone Channel in India
Amazon has outpaced Flipkart to become the top online smartphone channel in India, a latest report by Counterpoint Research revealed. Amazon captured 47% of the market shares during the second quarter of 2020, while Flipkart held 42%. However, the report showed that Flipkart has a strong position in the sub-Rs 10,000 segment with more than 50% share in online smartphone market. Xiaomi remained the top brand with 44% market share.
Courtesy: Business Insider
