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Amazon launches online appliances store

Amazon launches online appliances store

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

As home and kitchen is one of the most sought after categories during Diwali, the launch comes at a time when customers can enjoy shopping for appliances with ease and convenience, the company said.

Govt sends notice to Amazon, Flipkart for not showing country of origin

Govt sends notice to Amazon, Flipkart for not showing country of origin

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Not displaying the mandatory information, including country of origin, on products sold on their platforms in India, draws government's attention.

How Amazon plans to take on rivals in grocery space

How Amazon plans to take on rivals in grocery space

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

At present, other large players in the grocery and food retail space include Flipkart Supermart, Bigbasket, and Grofers.

How Amazon plans to counter the mega Flipkart-Walmart deal

How Amazon plans to counter the mega Flipkart-Walmart deal

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

Jeff Bezos, chief executive officer of Amazon, has committed to invest $5.5 billion into India and that figure is approaching quickly.

JioMart taps more daily orders than BigBasket, Amazon

JioMart taps more daily orders than BigBasket, Amazon

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

While JioMart is doing 250,000 orders per day, BigBasket and Amazon pantry are doing 220,000 and 150,000 orders, respectively.

'I'm Still Struggling'

'I'm Still Struggling'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

'At the age of 25, there are still no work offers coming your way, so how do you move ahead in life?'

Karnataka taxman frowns at Amazon's warehouses

Karnataka taxman frowns at Amazon's warehouses

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Amazon's fulfilment centres, which store products of hundreds of vendors selling on the American online major's platform, are being cited by Karnataka state government authorities as a primary concern in an ongoing tax dispute.

Now, Watch Article 370 On OTT

Now, Watch Article 370 On OTT

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

A spread of eclectic entertainment on OTT for you.

Meet The *Real* Stars Of Sholay

Meet The *Real* Stars Of Sholay

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Salim-Javed became the first Hindi film writers who could be considered brands, and they are still boldface names, celebrities in their own right, chronicles Dinesh Raheja.

Newlyweds Rakul-Jackky's Night Out

Newlyweds Rakul-Jackky's Night Out

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Film folk stepped out to party about Amazon Prime Video announced 69 new Web series and films at a special event in Mumbai.

Amazon to create 1 mn jobs in India by 2025, says Bezos

Amazon to create 1 mn jobs in India by 2025, says Bezos

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

The new jobs - created both directly and indirectly - will be across industries, including IT, skill development, content creation, retail, logistics, and manufacturing.

Something For All Ages On OTT This Week

Something For All Ages On OTT This Week

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

Sukanya Verma lists everything you can watch.

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Sukanya Verma gives you options from all the action promised on OTT this week.

Amazon's big-week sale begins smoothly

Amazon's big-week sale begins smoothly

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

This was only four days after many aggrieved buyers chose social networking sites to attack Flipkart's 'Big Billion Day' discount this Monday (October 6), followed by an apology from the company's co-founders, Sachin and Binny Bansal.

Ready For April's OTT Shows?

Ready For April's OTT Shows?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

So far, only one major series and another original film have been announced for release. Rest are all digital releases of films that have already arrived in theatres.

Samara-Amazon bags Aditya Birla Group retail chain 'More'

Samara-Amazon bags Aditya Birla Group retail chain 'More'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

Amazon has also signed a term sheet with Kishore Biyani-led Future group to invest $600 million to $700 million for a 12 to 15 per cent stake in the retail giant, it is learnt.

Doormats, rugs with Golden Temple image on Amazon causes outrage

Doormats, rugs with Golden Temple image on Amazon causes outrage

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

The Sikh Coalition said in a statement Tuesday that it was alerted to products such as door mats, rugs and toilet seat covers with the image of one the most historically significant Sikh sites, the Golden Temple, were being sold by some sellers on Amazon.

When Varun Made Samantha Cry

When Varun Made Samantha Cry

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

It was a grand occasion to mark the launch of Citadel: Honey Bunny, which sees Varun paired opposite Samantha Ruth Prabhu in a dhamakedar spy action Web series combined with a tadka of their steamy romance.

Amazon unveils two powerful tablets

Amazon unveils two powerful tablets

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

It has a feature which instantly brings up a video chat with a tech-support representative who can tell a user how to operate the device.

Retail's technology therapy to counter 'Amazon Effect'

Retail's technology therapy to counter 'Amazon Effect'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

With expectations of customers changing and demand for seamless, uninterrupted shopping increasing, tech companies are now using this fear of becoming irrelevant as a sales pitch to sell their products to traditional retailers.

Shriya, Sonakshi Party With Sobhita

Shriya, Sonakshi Party With Sobhita

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

After announcing 69 assorted Web series and movies, Amazon Prime Video rolled out the red carpet for the stars who will feature in them.

Gulabo Sitabo on Amazon: Producers earn Rs 20 crores profit

Gulabo Sitabo on Amazon: Producers earn Rs 20 crores profit

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

Gulabo Sitabo was made with a budget of Rs 40 crore to Rs 45 crore. Amazon Prime bought the streaming rights for Rs 60 crore to Rs 65 crore, helping the producers make over Rs 20 crore.

Netflix vs Amazon Video turf wars heat up

Netflix vs Amazon Video turf wars heat up

Rediff.com30 May 2017

Netflix plans local studio in India push. Move comes as rival Amazon Prime Video lines up as many as 18 original shows for India.

Spook Yourself On OTT This Halloween

Spook Yourself On OTT This Halloween

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Vampires, nuns, haunted homes...

When Shilpa Gave An Arm And A Leg For Rohit Shetty

When Shilpa Gave An Arm And A Leg For Rohit Shetty

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

'It is not easy to pull off a seven-part show because it is almost like making four films at once.'

#GadgetWatch: Amazon Echo's new avatars are louder and smarter

#GadgetWatch: Amazon Echo's new avatars are louder and smarter

Rediff.com21 Sep 2018

Amazon has launched its next generation of echo devices with new features and design.

I&B holds meet to discuss Big Tech revenue sharing

I&B holds meet to discuss Big Tech revenue sharing

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

The ministry of information and broadcasting (I&B) on Wednesday held an inter-ministerial meeting with various departments to discuss issues regarding revenue sharing between Big Tech companies and digital news publishers, according to sources. The meeting - chaired by I&B Secretary Sanjay Jaju - invited senior officials from the ministry of corporate affairs (MCA), Competition Commission of India (CCI), ministry of electronics and information technology (Meity) and departments of promotion of industry and internal trade, legal affairs and consumer affairs.

Kerala shocker: Woman delivers in bathroom, throws newborn on to street

Kerala shocker: Woman delivers in bathroom, throws newborn on to street

Rediff.com3 May 2024

The police said the woman has been taken into custody after being traced using the address on the Amazon delivery packet in which the child was wrapped and thrown.

Mirzapur 3: 'Revenge Is The Main Thing'

Mirzapur 3: 'Revenge Is The Main Thing'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

'Sabra ka phal meetha nahi, Mirzapur 3 hota hai.' 'With Mirzapur 3, we take the narrative to a whole new level.'

Amazon slashes sellers' fees to take on Flipkart

Amazon slashes sellers' fees to take on Flipkart

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Amazon has increased the commission on non-core segments by 2-9 per cent.

With Rs 4,470 cr war-chest Amazon gets ready to take on Flipkart

With Rs 4,470 cr war-chest Amazon gets ready to take on Flipkart

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

Amazon's fresh investment in its India entities come at a time when the Seattle-based firm has faced losses in several of its business entities in India, such as seller services, wholesale, transportation services and digital payments, for the 2018-19 financial year.

Amitabh-Ayushmann's Gulabo-Sitabo to premiere on Amazon

Amitabh-Ayushmann's Gulabo-Sitabo to premiere on Amazon

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Amazon Prime has reportedly bought the film's exclusive premiere rights at a whopping Rs 30 crore.

After Apple, Amazon too hits $1 trillion in stock market value

After Apple, Amazon too hits $1 trillion in stock market value

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Amazon, in recent years, has emerged as a disruptive force in shopping, attracting millions of customers across the globe - the US and India in particular - to shop online.

Sensex sinks 540 pts as Amazon-RIL clash spooks investors

Sensex sinks 540 pts as Amazon-RIL clash spooks investors

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

Bajaj Auto was the top laggard in the Sensex pack, tumbling around 6 per cent, followed by M&M, Reliance Industries (RIL), Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra, SBI, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank. NSE Nifty tumbled 162.60 points or 1.36 per cent to 11,767.75.

'I Wanted To Make A Happy Film'

'I Wanted To Make A Happy Film'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

'I wanted people to know that women across all ages have an exciting life.'

Watch Kate Winslet's Regime On OTT

Watch Kate Winslet's Regime On OTT

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

From damsels versus dragons to showbiz shenanigans, ready to catch all the action on OTT this week?

Tough battle: Can Amazon beat Flipkart, Snapdeal?

Tough battle: Can Amazon beat Flipkart, Snapdeal?

Rediff.com6 May 2016

The strategy these online marketplace companies follow in the next few months will determine whether Amazon gets to be the leader in 2017.

After Sushma's tweet storm, Amazon drops Indian flag doormats

After Sushma's tweet storm, Amazon drops Indian flag doormats

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

Taking strong exception to Amazon Canada selling doormats depicting the Indian flag, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Wednesday asked the e-retailer to withdraw the products and tender an unconditional apology, failing which no official of Amazon will be granted Indian visa and the ones issued earlier will also be rescinded.

Amazon readies plan to take on Walmart in India's retail space

Amazon readies plan to take on Walmart in India's retail space

Rediff.com17 May 2018

While the talks are still at a preliminary stage, sources said major retail players had held discussions with Amazon

'Amazon, Netflix rejected my movie'

'Amazon, Netflix rejected my movie'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

'I don't know whether it was the Sabarimala issue that made them reject my film.'