A business roundup covers India's semiconductor policy rollout, Ather Energy's strategic focus on its Konarc platform, and Zomato's ongoing cost-cutting measures to improve profitability.
BusinessTimes of Indiamoneycontrol13d ago2 sources
Deepinder Goyal, founder of Zomato, has revealed details about the Temple wearable device, including its case, with pre-orders expected to go live soon. This marks Zomato's entry into the wearable technology market.
Suraj Biswas, a former Zomato delivery rider, has shared his inspiring journey of transitioning from earning Rs 1,500 a day to becoming the founder of an AI company.
A former Zomato delivery agent, who had lost all ambition, successfully defied multiple rejections to crack the FMS entrance exam, achieving a significant personal milestone.
WorldTimes of Indiaindian-expressndtv4mo ago3 sources
A Zomato delivery agent tragically died after being involved in a scooter-car collision and falling from a flyover in Delhi. The incident is being investigated as a hit-and-run.
Zomato has raised its platform fee to Rs 14.9 per order, a nearly 20% increase from its previous Rs 12.5 charge, bringing it close to rival Swiggy's fee.
Indian food delivery giant Zomato has prohibited analogue paneer from its platform, requiring restaurants to use traditional dairy products, while simultaneously laying off 250 employees and closing its Hyderabad customer support center. The moves reflect broader operational restructuring and compliance adjustments within India’s digital food sector.
Officials in Karnataka seized expired food items from both the state's Health Department canteen and a Zomato warehouse. This discovery raises concerns about food safety and regulatory oversight in the region.
Food delivery platforms Swiggy and Zomato have been instructed by Hyderabad authorities to immediately delist any food businesses operating without valid licenses, or those with expired, cancelled, or suspended permits.
Food delivery platform Zomato has issued a response to a viral fake notification circulating online that linked 'biryani' to 'consent' in the context of a recent controversy. The company clarified that the message was not official and aimed to distance itself from the misrepresentation.
Indian food delivery giant Zomato has reportedly dropped a controversial pricing clause. This decision comes after significant pushback, according to sources.
The investment vehicle founded by Zomato co-founder Deepinder Goyal has purchased the UK-based longevity healthcare clinic Longévous to expand its portfolio in life sciences and wellness.
A persistent conflict is ongoing between Indian food delivery platforms Swiggy and Zomato and restaurant owners, who claim significant losses due to high platform commissions, discount funding, and various deductions.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express1mo ago3 sources
Detained protesters have returned to Jantar Mantar, some directly from police stations, to continue their demonstration despite a recent police crackdown. Support for the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) protest has swelled, with provisions like food and medicine stalls appearing at the site.
Deepinder Goyal, the founder of Zomato, is reportedly expanding his investment portfolio into the health technology and aerospace sectors. This move signals his interest in diversifying beyond the food delivery industry.
Bengaluru's Suraj Biswas, a former food delivery partner, taught himself to code and founded Assessli, an AI startup focused on personalized tools for decision-making and productivity, showcasing a remarkable entrepreneurial journey.
Girish Sharma's inspiring journey from a Zomato delivery rider to gaining admission to the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) Delhi showcases relentless perseverance despite multiple rejections and waitlists after two failed CAT attempts.
A Gurgaon society has put up a board publicly naming residents who have not paid their dues, preventing food delivery services like Zomato and Swiggy from delivering to them.
Deepinder Goyal, founder of Zomato, is hiring engineers and scientists for his new health-tech startup, Temple, with a controversial requirement that applicants meet specific body fat percentage thresholds.