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Better late than never: Ikea comes to Delhi-NCR with major plans, online delivery from Mar 1
Business Today
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6m ago
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Ikea, the Swedish retail giant, is expanding into Delhi-NCR with significant plans, 11 years after entering India. Following extensive planning and operational adjustments, the company will begin online deliveries in the region starting March 1st.
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IKEA looking for next phase of investment in India, aims profitable growth: CEO Susanne Pulverer
YourStory
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6m ago
Medial
Swedish furniture retailer Ikea is expanding its presence in India by launching online sales in Delhi-NCR and planning new stores in Gurugram and Noida by 2028. After establishing stores in major cities like Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, Ikea aims for physical presence in Chennai and Pune, shifting towards a smaller store model and omnichannel strategy. Despite initial losses, Ikea plans for profitable growth while optimizing space usage to manage real estate costs.
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Swiggy Instamart launches 24x7 free delivery in Delhi-NCR
YourStory
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11m ago
Medial
Swiggy Instamart, the quick commerce arm of Swiggy, has launched a free 24x7 delivery service in Delhi-NCR in response to increasing demand for essentials during late hours. The service caters to late-night orders for items like snacks, ice creams, sexual wellness products, and pan corner essentials. Swiggy plans to expand this service to other major cities based on consumer demand. The company has also filed for an IPO to raise funds for investments in subsidiaries, debt repayment, expanding dark store network, and technology and brand-building initiatives.
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Swiggy suspends hyperlocal delivery service Genie across multiple cities
Economic Times
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3m ago
Medial
Swiggy has temporarily suspended its Genie hyperlocal delivery service in several cities due to operational constraints, following the expansion of its 10-minute delivery service, Bolt. The service is unavailable in major cities like Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Pune, with users being redirected to a 'temporarily unavailable' message. There is no official timeline for the service's return. This suspension comes as Bolt expands to 500 cities, increasing its presence significantly on Swiggy's platform.
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Orders pile up for online platforms in Delhi NCR, but delivery staff stay away due to bad weather
Economic Times
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9m ago
Medial
Delivery companies in north India, particularly in Delhi NCR, are facing challenges due to a rise in orders and a shortage of workers who are reluctant to work outdoors because of heavy smog and worsening pollution levels. More people are opting for online orders due to pollution, resulting in increased workload for delivery partners. Companies like Amazon are providing N95 masks and witnessing a surge in demand for air purifiers. Platforms like Zomato are offering incentives to delivery partners who work during smog and cold weather. However, there are concerns about the hazardous working conditions and the need for better safety measures.
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Zippee launches a 60-minute delivery service for e-commerce brands
Inshorts
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3m ago
Medial
Gurugram-based quick logistics startup Zippee has launched Blaze, its new 60-minute delivery service for online D2C brands and e-commerce marketplaces. Currently available only in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, Blaze aims to enable consumer brands to offer faster delivery options to customers through their websites. Zippee plans to expand this service to 5 more cities in the coming quarters.
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Magenta Mobility to Deploy Over 250 EVs For Logistics Tech Platform MOVER
OutlookIndia
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2m ago
Medial
Magenta Mobility will deploy over 250 electric vehicles for the logistics platform MOVER, enhancing operations in key metropolitan areas such as Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai. This partnership aims to improve delivery capabilities, reduce costs, and support environmental goals through an expanded delivery window and better fulfillment rates. With lower maintenance needs and zero emissions, the initiative ensures sustainable logistics, aiding MOVER in maintaining efficient services even in densely populated areas. The collaboration plans to extend to more cities within two years.
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D2C Meat Delivery Startup Zappfresh Files DRHP To List On BSE SME
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Zappfresh, an online meat delivery platform, is planning an IPO consisting of a fresh issue of 59.06 lakh equity shares. The company, founded in 2015, operates in the Delhi NCR region and delivers meat through its website and app. The funds raised from the IPO will be used for various purposes including acquisitions, marketing, capital expenditure, and working capital requirements.
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Heavy rains, water logging dent quick commerce, food delivery, dine-ins across North India
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Heavy rains and waterlogging have adversely affected quick commerce and food delivery platforms in North India. The heavy downpour has led to the cancellation and non-delivery of orders, impacting hundreds of pin codes. Restaurant chains and entertainment hubs in Delhi-NCR have also reported a significant decline in footfalls. The disruptions caused by waterlogging have affected fresh supplies and hampered delivery riders' ability to operate. The continuous heavy rains and inefficient drainage system are expected to have a major impact on business operations in the region.
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No new petrol or diesel vehicles for cab aggregators, delivery firms in NCR from January 2026: CAQM
Economic Times
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2m ago
Medial
From January 1, 2026, Delhi-NCR will prohibit new petrol or diesel vehicles in cab, delivery, and e-commerce fleets per the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). Only electric or CNG vehicles will be allowed, targeting pollution reduction from commercial transport. The Delhi government has introduced a scheme to regulate such services, urging similar rules in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan to address pollution. The CAQM emphasizes shifting to zero-emission vehicles for environmental impact.
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Good To Go Acquires Paragon Backed TenderCuts In A Distress Sale
Startup News FYI
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1y ago
Medial
Delhi NCR-based omnichannel meat brand Good To Go is acquiring Chennai-based meat delivery startup TenderCuts. The acquisition includes TenderCuts' tech platform, Happy Chops, which offers an online storefront and procurement support to local butcher shops. TenderCuts has faced financial difficulties and had to shut down operations in multiple locations. Sources indicate that TenderCuts' founder and co-founders may leave the company after the acquisition. Good To Go plans to retain TenderCuts' brand identity and aims to grow in the competitive meat delivery segment.
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