US retail major is in talks with Flipkart, Snapdeal, ShopClues and Grofers for partnership.
High return rates in the e-commerce space are making a dent in the margins of e-retailers.
HMSI is likely to announce a tie-up with Snapdeal for online two-wheeler sales next month.
US major lost its first mover advantage, now wants to secure its investments in the country.
In 2015, e-commerce contributed significantly to the growth in television advertising revenues.
The People's Choice Survey is an annual report by CashKaro.com, which identifies key trends in online shopping in India.
A 20-minute chopper ride over Delhi, followed by lunch comes for Rs 5,000.
Amazon signed up Motorola as an exclusive brand partner for its new devices, which in turn helped it grow
Snapdeal said it will give its users the option to defer the delivery by a few days till new currency notes become easily available.
Exercise. Check e-mails. Wake up to a cup of tea.
Nets three more foreign brands for exclusive retailing, but the cost of the business model may be high, say experts.
The delivery channel of India Post is being utilised primarily for small towns and cities.
While a three-year tax holiday and relaxation of capital gains for funds have been received favourably, others argue that not enough has been announced.
Tata Group's CLiQ is the latest to join the e-commerce club, to compete with the likes of Amazon, Flipkart and Snapdeal.
The start-up story appears to be losing its sheen due to corporate misgovernance, financial mismanagement and gender discrimination.
In India, where it is tougher to do business, a start-up gets established by the Series-B stage, and it gets expensive for investors.
Droom has seen aircraft such as the Falcon, Hawk and Cessna being rented.
Every competitor is eyeing the top slot that Flipkart holds.
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Traders were up in arms, fearing huge job loss if Walmart was to enter.
E-commerce players also realise the value proposition women employees bring to the table.
Estimates by retail consultancy Technopak suggest that direct subsidy to consumers because of e-commerce this year would be over Rs 12,000 crore.
It's not e-retailers alone. Bankers are also celebrating initiatives like 'Big Billion Day Sale' this festive season.
The assumption that money drives performance is dated.
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