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Midnight's new children fuel booming late-night delivery economy

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Livemint · 1m ago

Midnight's new children fuel booming late-night delivery economy

Restaurants and quick commerce platforms in India are experiencing a notable rise in late-night orders due to shifting consumer lifestyles and the convenience of food delivery apps. Despite this growth, challenges remain, such as obtaining permits and managing logistics for late-night services. This emerging trend is driven by the increasing number of available brands and consumers' hectic work schedules, transforming late-night hours into a new prime time for businesses.

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'Want cigarette, weed?' Zomato delivery boy asks on chat to a woman customer

A Zomato delivery driver sent an unusual message to a woman customer, asking if she wanted cigarettes, weed, and more, sparking attention on social media. The message arrived late at night, around 2:30 am, prompting speculation about the delivery person's motives. Netizens responded with humor, suggesting playful interpretations of the message, but also highlighting the strange conversations that can occur during late-night food deliveries. The incident highlights the importance of professionalism and appropriate behavior in the delivery industry.

Swiggy Instamart launches 24x7 free delivery in Delhi-NCR

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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.

Uber's new safety feature allows riders to record audio

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Uber has introduced new safety initiatives in India, including an audio recording feature on its app and a "Women Rider Preference" option during late-night rides. The audio recording feature allows riders to record trips if they feel unsafe or uncomfortable, with the recordings being encrypted and only accessible if submitted as part of a safety report. The Women Rider Preference feature allows female drivers to accept rides only from female riders during late-night hours. Uber has also partnered with a NGO dedicated to promoting gender equity and safety. Riders can customize their safety settings through the Safety Preferences option, including automatically sharing trip details with trusted contacts.

Doorstep diesel delivery startup The Fuel Delivery raises $2M in funding

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IndianStartupNews · 2y ago

Doorstep diesel delivery startup The Fuel Delivery raises $2M in funding

Mumbai-based doorstep diesel delivery startup The Fuel Delivery (TFD) has raised $2 million as part of a pre-Series A funding round led by Singapore-based Drake Trade and Investment. The startup specializes in doorstep diesel delivery services. The investment is expected to fuel the company's expansion plans and enhance its operations to meet the growing demand for convenient and efficient fuel delivery services in the market.

Siblings start fuel delivery biz, target ₹100 Cr revenue in 2 yrs

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Siblings start fuel delivery biz, target ₹100 Cr revenue in 2 yrs

Fuel Genie, founded by siblings Jai and Aishwarya, is reshaping the fuel delivery industry with a tech-driven solution. Leveraging their family's expertise, they developed an innovative platform for hassle-free fuel delivery. Customer-focused, they quickly gained traction, serving 30+ clients and completing 150+ deliveries within a month. Fuel Genie projects ₹100 Cr revenue in the next two FYs.

Amazon advances quick commerce delivery code-named Tez

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Economic Times · 8m ago

Amazon advances quick commerce delivery code-named Tez

Amazon India is planning to launch its quick commerce delivery service, known as Tez, by late December or early next year. The move comes as Amazon aims to enter the booming sector that has generated sales of around $5.5-6 billion this month. Initially, Amazon had planned to launch the service in Q1 2025, but it now wants to expedite the process. Tez will be Amazon's first foray into the quick commerce business globally. The company is expected to start with groceries and daily essentials. Competitors such as Flipkart and Tata-owned BigBasket have already launched their own quick commerce services.

Zomato executive delivers food on horseback amid fuel crisis in Hyderabad

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Livemint · 1y ago

Zomato executive delivers food on horseback amid fuel crisis in Hyderabad

Amid a fuel crisis caused by a truckers' strike, a Zomato delivery rider in Hyderabad delivered food on horseback to keep up with the orders. The strike, in protest against new laws for hit-and-run accidents, resulted in fuel shortages at approximately 2,000 petrol pumps across western and northern India. The new laws impose a potential 10-year jail term or a fine of ₹7 lakh on truck drivers who leave the scene of an accident without reporting it to the authorities.

BigB, Dravid, KJo and other top celebrities grab a share of Swiggy’s pre-IPO pie

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Economic Times · 10m ago

BigB, Dravid, KJo and other top celebrities grab a share of Swiggy’s pre-IPO pie

Food and grocery delivery disruptor Swiggy is gaining endorsements from celebrities such as Rahul Dravid, Karan Johar, and Ashish Chowdhry through the unlisted market ahead of its IPO. Swiggy has transformed the food delivery landscape in India and expanded into new verticals like quick commerce and hyperlocal logistics. The interest from high-profile individuals in Swiggy's pre-IPO shares reflects the growing trend of diversifying portfolios with tech startups. Swiggy has previously raised funds from global venture capital firms and plans to capitalize on the booming food tech sector.

Grapevine: KKR to deploy bulk of infra fund in India, Hero Future eyes pre-IPO funding

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Grapevine: KKR to deploy bulk of infra fund in India, Hero Future eyes pre-IPO funding

Global investment firm KKR plans to allocate a substantial portion of its $6.4 billion infrastructure fund towards projects in India. The company aims to diversify its portfolio in sectors including roads and renewables. Meanwhile, Hero Future Energies, a leading renewable energy producer, is looking to raise funds before its planned initial public offering (IPO), to fuel its growth plans in India's booming clean energy sector.

Amazon India to infuse over Rs 2,000 crore to boost pan-India operations

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Amazon India to infuse over Rs 2,000 crore to boost pan-India operations

Amazon India plans to invest over Rs 2,000 crore in 2025 to expand and enhance its operations network across India. This investment aims to improve the speed and reliability of services by launching new sites and upgrading existing facilities. The focus includes enhancing technology, safety, employee well-being, and environmental efficiency. With India's e-commerce market booming, Amazon seeks to strengthen its foothold, support local economies, and enhance customer convenience and delivery associate support.

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