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Social media cheers Blinkit's rollout of 10-minute ambulance service

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Social media cheers Blinkit's rollout of 10-minute ambulance service

Blinkit's launch of a 10-minute ambulance service has been widely applauded on social media. CEO Albinder Dhindsa announced the initiative to provide quick, reliable ambulance services, starting with five in Gurugram. The service, accessible via the Blinkit app, aims to expand to major cities within two years. Industry leaders like Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal and Snapdeal cofounder Kunal Bahl praised the initiative for its societal impact, emphasizing the importance of prompt medical assistance.

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Blinkit rolls out 10-minute ambulance service in Gurugram

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Blinkit rolls out 10-minute ambulance service in Gurugram

Zomato-owned Blinkit launched a 10-minute ambulance service in Gurugram, aiming to expand citywide within two years. Initially deploying five ambulances, each with essential medical equipment and staff, the service promises affordability. Users can book via the Blinkit app. Blinkit's expansion reflects a trend of quick commerce platforms diversifying their offerings. The company's gross order value reached Rs 6,132 crore for the September quarter, amidst a booming Indian quick commerce market projected to reach $42-55 billion by 2030.

Blinkit’s ambulance service turns 1: Qcomm platform doubles network in 5 months - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Blinkit’s ambulance service turns 1: Qcomm platform doubles network in 5 months - The Economic Times

Blinkit’s ambulance service, marking its first anniversary, has handled over 4,200 cases in Delhi-NCR with 25 ambulances, enhancing service areas since initiation. CEO Albinder Dhindsa noted over 70 paramedics have been trained, ensuring an 87% success rate in under-10-minute response times. Initially starting in Gurugram, the service focuses on emergency medical help, emphasizing deliberate expansion and intensive training to ensure quick and effective patient response. Competitors like Swiggy and Zepto are also venturing into healthcare services.

Blinkit will have to abide by 'law of the land' while providing ambulance services: Piyush Goyal

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Blinkit will have to abide by 'law of the land' while providing ambulance services: Piyush Goyal

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized that Blinkit's newly launched ambulance service must adhere to local laws and legal requirements. Blinkit announced the service in Gurugram, aiming to provide quick emergency response with ambulances equipped with essential medical tools and staffed with trained professionals. CEO Albinder Dhindsa stated that profit isn't the goal; instead, it's about addressing a critical issue efficiently. Blinkit intends to expand this service nationwide within two years, prioritizing accessibility and affordability.

After Xiaomi smartphones, Blinkit to now deliver Smart LED TVs in 10 minutes

Business Today

Business Today · 1y ago

After Xiaomi smartphones, Blinkit to now deliver Smart LED TVs in 10 minutes

Blinkit, a Zomato-owned platform, is expanding its rapid delivery service by offering 10-minute delivery for smart LED TVs. This move follows their recent partnership with Xiaomi and Nokia to deliver smartphones within the same timeframe in regions like Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. This initiative highlights Blinkit's strategic focus on quick commerce, catering to consumers' growing demand for instant access to electronic products across select Indian cities.

TikTok takes on YouTube, tests 30-minute video uploads

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2y ago

TikTok takes on YouTube, tests 30-minute video uploads

TikTok is reportedly testing the ability for users to upload 30-minute videos, aiming to compete with YouTube. The new option was spotted in the iOS beta version of the app by social media consultant Matt Navarra. TikTok has gradually expanded its original 15-second video time limit to one minute, three minutes, and 10 minutes. The introduction of a 30-minute video limit would provide new opportunities for the Chinese app, which has already surpassed $10 billion in cumulative consumer spending.

Zomato’s 10-minute food delivery offering contributing 8% to platform’s volumes: CEO Deepinder Goyal

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Zomato’s 10-minute food delivery offering contributing 8% to platform’s volumes: CEO Deepinder Goyal

Zomato's "Quick" 10-minute food delivery service contributes about 8% to its platform's volumes. This service rivals Swiggy’s Bolt, contributing 9% to its volumes. Despite a general industry slowdown, Zomato's food delivery grew 17% year-on-year. Additionally, Zomato-owned Blinkit is testing its own 10-minute offering, Bistro. Zomato previously rebranded its 10-minute service as "Everyday," focusing on home-style meals. The rapid delivery segment remains key for Zomato, contributing significantly to its revenues.

Zomato to launch 10-minute food delivery pilots in NCR under Quick next week

YourStory

YourStory · 1y ago

Zomato to launch 10-minute food delivery pilots in NCR under Quick next week

Zomato plans to initiate its 10-minute food delivery service, 'Quick,' in NCR, collaborating with restaurants maintaining high ratings for hygiene and quality. This venture will challenge Swiggy's popular Bolt service, which commands significant visibility and a growing share of orders. While the 10-minute delivery model is burgeoning, with players like Zepto Cafe and new entrants Swish and Zing, customer migration from traditional orders to quick service options remains a concern among restaurant operators.

Amazon expands 10 min quick delivery service ‘Amazon Now’ to Gurugram

Entrackr

Entrackr · 3m ago

Amazon expands 10 min quick delivery service ‘Amazon Now’ to Gurugram

Amazon expands 10 min quick delivery service ‘Amazon Now’ to Gurugram E-commerce major Amazon India has expanded its ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, to Gurugram, further expanding its quick commerce footprint across large Indian cities. Amazon Now enables delivery of daily essentials within 10 minutes through a network of micro fulfilment centres located close to customer neighbourhoods. The service is available through the main Amazon app for select pin codes. The company first piloted the 10-minute delivery service in Bengaluru in December last year. During the pilot, Amazon offered a limited assortment of everyday products, including groceries, personal care items, and small household essentials. Following the Bengaluru pilot, Amazon expanded the service to Delhi, where it rolled out Amazon Now across select locations in the city. In September, Amazon further extended Amazon Now to Mumbai. At the time, the company said it had set up more than 100 micro fulfilment centres across Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai to support the 10-minute delivery promise. Amazon recently said that it is opening two micro fulfilment centres every day to enable 10-minute deliveries across more neighbourhoods in Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai. According to the company, the aggressive expansion expects to take Amazon Now’s footprint to over 300 centres by the end of the year, from around 100 during the festive season. In a recent social media post, Amazon India head Amit Agarwal said the company had piloted the quick delivery service from micro fulfilment centres in Haryana, where teams are able to pick, pack, and deliver everyday essentials within minutes. The move coincides with heightened activity in the quick commerce segment, with players such as Zepto, Blinkit, and Instamart stepping up their expansion efforts. Amazon’s rival Flipkart entered the space earlier with the launch of its quick delivery service, Minutes, in Gurugram and other parts of the NCR region late last year.

Swish raises $38 Mn led by Hara Global and Bain Capital Ventures

Entrackr

Entrackr · 9d ago

Swish raises $38 Mn led by Hara Global and Bain Capital Ventures

Swish, a Bengaluru-based 10-minute food delivery startup, has raised $38 million in a funding round led by Hara Global and Bain Capital Ventures, with participation from existing investor Accel. The round also includes venture debt from Alteria Capital and Stride Ventures. According to Entrackr’s estimates, Swish’s valuation will jump over 2.4X to Rs 1,267 crore or around $140 million post-money. This is the third funding round for the company in a span of 16 months. Previously, the company raised $14 million from Hara Global Capital and Accel. Before that, it raised $2 million in seed capital in November 2024. The fresh proceeds will be used to support the expansion of its operations and to strengthen its quick delivery infrastructure. Founded in 2024, Swish operates a 10-minute food delivery model through a network of cloud kitchens located close to demand clusters. The company focuses on delivering meals within a limited radius to enable faster turnaround times. According to the company, daily order volumes have increased to approximately 20,000 from about 5,000 four months ago. Swish operates in the ultra-fast food delivery segment alongside larger players such as Zomato, Swiggy, and Zepto. The space has seen multiple rollbacks, with Swiggy shutting down its 10 to 15-minute delivery app Snacc within a year of launch, Zomato pausing its 15-minute service Quick soon after rollout, and Zepto scaling down its quick service vertical Zepto Café.

Blinkit to deliver Airtel sim cards in ten minutes

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

Blinkit to deliver Airtel sim cards in ten minutes

Blinkit, in partnership with Airtel, is delivering SIM cards in ten minutes through its platform. Users can order a new prepaid or postpaid connection, or switch their current number to Airtel. This service, available in cities like Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, includes a simple Aadhaar-based self-verification for SIM activation at home, eliminating the need for store visits or paperwork. This follows Blinkit's previous ten-minute delivery collaborations, like with appliance brand Lloyd.

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