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In less than two years, the instant delivery startup that puts quality above all else has attracted marquee VC investors, earning a valuation of $255 million. How far the niche bet will take it is anybody’s guess.

Once upon a time, quick commerce served last-minute, immediate needs of Indian consumers. You’re making tea and have run out of sugar? Have it delivered within minutes from any of the instant delivery apps.
Then, it became a habit. Orders shot up, mostly aided by steep discounts and often no extra charges. Even when discounts were scaled back and handling or delivery charges were introduced, the demand stayed. It’s no exaggeration to say that Zepto, Blinkit and Instamart effectively changed online retail by changing consumer behaviour. On the back of that success, some startups are now trying to make a …
The instant house help business has become the centre of focus and investment at the home services company. But another fight may be brewing in its core business.
India’s grocery and food delivery platforms are increasingly displaying misleading images of food using artificial intelligence, defeating the very purpose of buying online.
Parent AceVector is headed for a public market debut next week. As much as 97% of its revenue comes from two businesses. One is already a listed entity, the other a missed opportunity.