The company chief executive has said that some delivery workers were prevented from carrying out shifts on Christmas and New Year’s Eve because of a strike. He added that a significant number of people taking part in the protests were not registered delivery partners, and he raised concerns about the disruption that followed. What the … Read more
The promise of a 10-minute delivery slot became a focal point during a recent nationwide strike by gig workers. The fast-delivery option stirred debate about safety, fairness and practicality. Company founder Deepinder Goyal pushed back on criticism, saying the short window is made possible by the density of stores rather than by asking delivery partners … Read more
A recent defence of delivery partners by Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal has reignited debate over who is responsible for traffic violations on Indian roads. Goyal argued that delivery riders are often singled out because their uniforms make them more visible, while similar behaviour by other motorists goes largely unnoticed. He framed the issue as part … Read more
Deepinder Goyal has reassured gig workers that each one is covered by two separate insurance policies and reiterated that delivery drivers will not face penalties for being late. The comments aim to address ongoing concerns about worker protection and the platform’s operational rules. What the assurance means for gig workers The promise of two insurance … Read more
Luxury hospitality arm of global conglomerate blames train operator after deadly crash near Machu Picchu A luxury hospitality subsidiary of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE has publicly blamed a train company majority-owned by the private equity firm Carlyle Group Inc for a deadly crash along the railway that links to Peru’s iconic Machu Picchu … Read more
This year’s word of the year — slop — has been chosen as shorthand for a growing problem: the flood of low-quality content produced by artificial intelligence. The choice captures more than a definition. It signals how language and business practices are responding to the rise of automated text generation. What “slop” means now Traditionally, … Read more
Reassessment of AGR liability to take months — what it means for the telecom The reassessment process to determine the final Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) liability is expected to take about four to five months. That timeline matters: any delay in finalising the figure could make it harder for the company to secure outside funding … Read more
Tarun Garg took charge as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer on 1 January, stepping into a key leadership role as the company charts its next phase in India. His appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the automotive industry, with electrification, localisation and digital customer experiences shaping market winners. Below are the main directions … Read more
The recent senior appointment in India’s financial landscape arrives at a crucial moment. As a growing number of tech-based companies prepare to list on public markets, leaders and institutions are being judged not just on credentials but on their ability to navigate a fast-changing ecosystem. Why the timing is important India’s venture capital industry has … Read more
Lawsuits filed against a major IT services provider claim the company delayed notifying customers and users about a data breach affecting a widely used healthcare software platform. The complaints say at least 100 individuals are likely impacted and that the delay in disclosure may have increased the risk of identity theft and financial losses. What … Read more