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Future Group starts listing brands, products on Amazon; US e-commerce major may buy stake in Future Coupons

Future Group’s Big Bazaar will be one of the preferred sellers on Amazon Now. Amazon is also in talks to buy a stake in Future Coupons, a firm owned by Biyani

E-commerce policy shouldn’t blow hot and cold about exclusive deals; online marketplace can't be blamed for sellers' misdeeds

One of the clarifications was that marketplace model of e-commerce and exclusive dealings were contradiction in terms.

Economic liberalisation worked well for e-commerce sector; now govt has taken a step back with new guidelines

In the wake of the current regime of liberalisation in e-commerce trade adopted by the government for more than a decade now, such a step by DIPP is restrictive.

Foreign direct investments during Apr-Sep 2018 fell 11% to $22.66 bn: Commerce ministry data

A decline in foreign inflows could put pressure on the country's balance of payments and may also impact the value of the rupee

E-commerce FDI rules: Flipkart says disappointed with govt decision to implement changes in haste

US retail giant Walmart-backed Flipkart on Friday said it is disappointed with the Indian government's decision to implement the changes in rules for e-commerce companies with foreign investment in "haste"

New FDI norms for e-commerce: Comprehensive policy applicable to foreign, domestic players need of the hour

It could be difficult for the e-commerce players to rely on small/medium scale individual players for large scale deliveries.

Restaurants in dilemma after govt makes changes in FDI norms for e-commerce firms, seek clarification

NRAI had approached the DIPP early this month seeking clarity if online food companies should comply with the FDI guidelines.

E-commerce rules: Flipkart, Amazon make last-ditch efforts for extension of 1 February deadline

Change in e-commerce rules are expected to hit Amazon and Flipkart the hardest

A Twist in the e-Tail

Flipkart and Amazon are now lobbying to get the deadline for the new rules extended beyond February 1 giving them enough time to refit the operational contours.

Angel tax exemption for startups: DIPP invites views from stakeholders for better implementation of procedure

On 16 January, the government eased the procedure for seeking income tax exemption by startups on investments from angel funds and prescribed a 45-day deadline for a decision on such applications.