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Amazon India eliminates single-use plastic in packaging across centres

Amazon had said last September that its India unit would replace single-use plastic in its packaging by June 2020

Amazon eliminates 100% single-use plastic in packaging across India centres

In September 2019 the e-commerce firm had pledged to meet this goal in an accelerated time frame by June 2020, in an effort to build an environmentally sustainable supply chain

How to make marketplace lending safe

RBI needs to handle fintechs with care, so that innovation, necessary for inclusion and cost-effective, fast transactions, is not stymied

Amazon India to hire 20,000 temporary staff to serve global customers

Most of the positions are part of Amazon's 'Virtual Customer Service' programme that provides flexible work-from-home options

Amazon takes OnePlus smart TVs 2020 pre-orders with extended warranty offer

The extended warranty offer only applies to the new ranges of OnePlus TVs, which are set to launch on July 2

Amazon may add live TV channels, broadcasts to Prime Video service: Report

The new channels in Prime Video may bring live news, music, sports, award shows and special events besides movies and TV shows

E-commerce players must mention product's nation of origin: SJM to Govt

Buying and promoting Chinese products and companies are not in national interest, and they should be boycotted, Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) co-convener Ashwani Mahajan said

What boycotting? OnePlus 8 Pro sold out within minutes on Amazon India

While OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro were launched in April, the devices were not brought into the Indian market given the lockdown

Amazon India expands Flex delivery programme to over 35 Indian cities

The global delivery programme creates part-time work opportunities where individuals can earn by delivering packages to Amazon customers

Perils of face-recognition

The technology has heightened privacy concerns

India online smartphone share to touch record 45% in 2020: Report

Among the online channels, Flipkart is likely to hold top position while Amazon will grow the fastest

Bed sheets to immunity herbs and spices: Amazon helps Indian cos go global

Amazon's Global Selling programme is clocking more than $1 bn in cumulative exports currently, is expected to generate $10 bn in cumulative sales by 2025 for Indian exporters

How Covid-19 is pushing e-commerce firms and online vendors to innovate

While the Flipkarts and Amazons are burying differences and banking on each others' strengths, vendors are altering production lines to sell masks, PPEs and other Covid-related merchandise

Amazon in talks to buy 5% stake worth $2 billion in Bharti Airtel: Report

The planned investment, if completed, would mean Amazon acquiring a roughly 5% stake based on the current market value of Bharti

Amazon breaks language barrier, allows sellers to do business in Hindi

Vendors can so everything, from registering as Amazon sellers for the first time to managing orders and inventory,and accessing performance metrics; service available on Amazon website and mobile app

Amazon India expands packaging-free shipping initiative to over 100 cities

Products that are shipped packaging-free include tech accessories, home and home improvement products, shoes, and luggage

Govt rejects Flipkart's proposal for entry into food retail business

The government permits 100 per cent foreign direct investment in food retail for food produced and manufactured in India

PharmEasy, Amazon India tie up to enable digital payments using Amazon Pay

PharmEasy said it is encouraging digital and contactless payments that are not only convenient for its users, but also a must for their safety.

Redmi Earbuds S launched in India for Rs 1,799, to go on sale on Wednesday

The Redmi Earbuds S will be available via Amazon India, Mi.com, Mi Home stores and Mi Studio outlets

Lockdown 4.0: E-commerce majors gear up to resume operations across India

Red zones comprise about 130 districts of the country and analysts estimate that the e-commerce companies, as well as the retailers, witness at least 75 per cent demand from these locations