India

The State of E-Commerce in India and 5-Year Forecast

India's e-commerce sector is transforming, driven by rapid digital adoption, evolving consumer behaviors, and robust infrastructure development. As of 2025, the industry is poised for significant growth, with projections indicating...

May 27, 2025

The Massive Impact of E-Commerce on India's Economic Growth

E-commerce has emerged as a pivotal force in reshaping India's economic landscape, driving significant growth across various sectors. The rapid expansion of internet access and a tech-savvy population have positioned...

February 24, 2025

USA vs India E-Commerce: A Market Comparison

The USA vs India e-commerce landscape presents a fascinating contrast shaped by distinct market sizes, leading players, logistics infrastructure, and consumer preferences. While the U.S. boasts a mature and highly...

February 13, 2025

Amazon wants to buy Axio for over $150 million

Amazon has taken a strategic step in its expansion in India and will acquire Axio, a local startup specializing in the “Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL)” modality. With this transaction,...

January 17, 2025

Top E-commerce Marketplaces in India: Statistics, Popular Products, and Payment Options

India’s e-commerce landscape has witnessed explosive growth, driven by the rise of digital infrastructure, increased internet penetration, and a young population keen on online shopping. With a population of over...

November 12, 2024

Mastercard launches its new Payment Passkey in India

During a keynote presentation at the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai, Mastercard announced the global launch and first massive test of its new Payment Passkey service, which aims to make...

September 4, 2024

Amazon India could revise its fee structure... again

Consumers may pay more to shop online on Amazon India for certain products as the company is apparently set to revise its seller fee structure again before the end of...

July 16, 2024

Google invests $350 million in Flipkart in a bet to control India

Google has invested nearly $350 million in Flipkart, becoming the latest big-name company to back the Walmart-owned Indian startup. Specifically, Flipkart explained in a press release that the tech company...

May 28, 2024

The government portal GeM has crossed ₹2 lakh crore this fiscal year

The procurement of goods and services from the government portal GeM has crossed ₹2 lakh crore this fiscal year due to higher buying activities by different ministries and departments. The...

November 15, 2023

The global e-commerce market will reach $9.3 trillion by 2027, and India leads the way!

The global e-commerce market keeps growing, and it is forecasted to reach a global value of $9.3 trillion by 2027, with India leading as the fastest-growing market. GlobalData's latest report,...

October 16, 2023

WhatsApp new functionalities aim to turn into a ‘super app’

WhatsApp is evolving into what could be called a ‘super app’ or ‘a full-featured app’. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, presented at its annual Conversations conference in Mumbai (India) some...

September 20, 2023

Amazon India now offers food payments

Amazon India is testing a new path to conquer the Indian market after shutting down its food delivery business last year: Now it is trying its hand at food payments...

May 31, 2023

eTail Asia Exclusive Interviews: Anvesha Poswali, leading the home products market in India

Automation, seamless tracking & execution, virtual try-on, and keeping your consumer at the center, are some of the key elements behind Unilever's success in the complex and massive Indian market....

July 6, 2022

Amazon Retail receives $35 million from parent to improve in food e-commerce

Multinational marketplace platform Amazon invests approximately 35 million dollars (240 Crores in Indian Rupees) into Amazon Retail India’s food e-commerce arm. The Indian department includes the Amazon Now and Amazon Pantry...

April 8, 2019

Cross-Border e-commerce library available to online merchants

Online merchants who want to expand cross-border can now find infographics providing actionable stats, facts and figures from an interesting e-commerce regions. Stats are provided by the data-driven omnichannel PSP...

December 20, 2017

Why the hell should we go to India?

by Maarten van der Schaaf. Maarten van der Schaaf is partner at the Amsterdam-based consultancy IndiaConnected. An Interview with IndiaConnected partner Bart Hergaarden is featured in the 1st issue of the Cross-Border...

August 2, 2016