E Commerce

India's e-commerce sector is projected to grow nearly three times to USD 345 billion by 2030 from USD 125 billion in 2024, propelled by the rapid expansion of quick commerce and artificial intelligence (AI) integration, according to a report released on Wednesday. According to the report titled 'Smart Growth in a Fast Market' by research consultancy Infisum, the market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.4 per cent through 2030. The report highlights that the country's dark store network is set to nearly triple from 2,525 in 2025 to approximately 7,500 by 2030 to meet the surging demand for rapid deliveries. "India's e-commerce sector is entering a transformative phase of growth and innovation, with the market projected to nearly triple from USD 125 billion in 2024 to USD 345 billion by 2030. "Quick commerce is the fastest-growing segment within India's e-commerce ecosystem. Valued at an estimated USD 65-70 billion by 2030, the segment is expected to .

D2C startups across food, beverages, fashion and electronics are using quick commerce as a launch and discovery channel, with festive-season demand driving new products and wider assortments

Flipkart Plus members can unlock a month of Netflix by completing four eligible monthly orders, marking Netflix's first e-commerce partnership in India

Quick-commerce firm plans to raise about Rs 1,000 crore in a pre-IPO round as investors seek greater clarity on profitability, cash reserves and growth prospects

Blinkit's strong order growth, expanding user base and disciplined execution reinforce its leadership in quick commerce, while Eternal's Q1 results beat Street estimates

Foreign e-commerce companies are allowed to do business through the marketplace model as opposed to the inventory-led format

Colgate-Palmolive India will sharpen leadership, improve operational efficiency and expand digital capabilities as it targets sustainable growth and wider market reach by 2030

Amazon Now and Flipkart Minutes are expanding aggressively to challenge Blinkit, Instamart and Zepto, betting on scale, Tier-II markets and existing customer ecosystems

Despite rapid growth, Eternal (Blinkit) and Swiggy have lost over $15 billion in market value as Amazon, Flipkart and Reliance intensify the battle.

India’s quick-commerce battle is intensifying as Amazon Now and Flipkart Minutes scale up their operations beyond metro cities. Amazon plans to take Amazon Now to over 300 cities

Dark stores are powering India's quick-commerce revolution, but experts question whether existing inspection systems, penalties and enforcement can match the sector's rapid growth

Half of all orders are now daily essentials, as the e-commerce giant sees speed and selection locking in shopper loyalty

Consumer brands across beauty, jewellery and travel are increasingly using creator-led ecosystems and social commerce to drive discovery, engagement and direct sales

India’s fashion e-commerce platforms like Myntra, Nykaa, Tata Cliq, Ajio and Amazon are moving beyond heavy discounting to focus on premium products. They are building curated segments

Amazon is set to expand its ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, to 100 cities across India. The company plans to scale the service through more than 1,000 micro-fulfillment centers.

E-commerce and quick commerce platforms are using artificial intelligence to improve product data quality, reduce returns, and ease rising logistics costs amid growing customer expectations

Mule networks continue to drive frauds and scams, with operations turning transnational and causing heavy losses for Indian users, according to a Bureau report

WTO's MC14 will see discussions on reforms, e-commerce rules, fisheries subsidies and public stockholding, with India expected to push for policy space and clarity

White-collar hiring in the Quick-Commerce sector witnessed 21 per cent year-on-year growth in January as it is transitioning from rapid expansion to a sharper focus on profitability, predictability, and operational intelligence, a report said on Wednesday. There is a strong demand for specialised talent in the Quick-Commerce sector, with white-collar job postings rising 21 per cent year-on-year in January, according to the foundit Insights Tracker report. "India's quick-commerce ecosystem is moving from scale-first growth to efficiency and intelligence-led expansion. We are seeing strong demand for professionals across data analytics, product technology, and supply chain strategy, as companies focus on improving forecasting accuracy, optimising inventory movement, and strengthening customer experience. This signals a clear shift towards sustainable, tech-enabled growth for the sector," foundit VP, Marketing, Anupama Bhimrajka said. While overall white-collar hiring across industries

As gig workers protest pay and conditions, platforms, consumers, policymakers must rethink convenience, tipping culture and humane work practices to ensure growth does not come at the cost of dignity