New Delhi: The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), functioning under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), continues to play a central role in strengthening India’s traditional Khadi sector through targeted financial assistance, infrastructure support, and aggressive market expansion initiatives. The government has reiterated that the…
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Inside India’s 10-Minute Delivery Boom and Its Human Cost
When a missing ingredient threatens her lunch plans, Delhi professional Tanisha Singh does not step outside or wait for markets to open. Instead, she taps her phone. Within minutes, tomatoes arrive at her doorstep. What once felt extraordinary has become routine in India’s largest cities, where groceries, snacks and even…
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AYUSHEXCIL, Zepto Tie Up to Expand Digital AYUSH Access
The Ministry of Ayush has taken a significant step towards expanding the digital reach of India’s traditional healthcare systems with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ayush Export Promotion Council (AYUSHEXCIL) and Zepto Limited. The agreement aims to facilitate structured online access to verified AYUSH medicines…
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India Asks E-Commerce Apps to Drop 10-Minute Delivery Claim
The Indian government has asked all quick-commerce platforms to stop promoting “10-minute delivery” services, citing growing concerns over the safety and working conditions of gig economy workers. The move follows recent nationwide protests by delivery riders demanding safer work environments and fairer pay. Sources familiar with the discussions said the…
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Swiggy Instamart Opens Offline Experience Store in Gurugram
Swiggy’s quick commerce arm, Instamart, has opened its first offline experiential store in Gurugram, marking a notable shift in how rapid delivery platforms are experimenting with consumer engagement. The mini store allows customers to physically explore select products available on the Instamart app, reflecting the evolving preferences of urban shoppers….