Tag Archives: Food Delivery

Quick-commerce platform Instamart has taken a significant step towards establishing itself as a standalone brand by dropping the Swiggy name from its identity. This move aligns with a broader trend in the quick-commerce space, coming just days after rival Zomato, which owns Blinkit, rebranded itself as Eternal on the stock exchanges.

An Australian travel vlogger’s experience with a robot delivering food at a hotel in China has gone viral, igniting online discussions on automation’s efficiency and its implications for jobs in the service industry.

Food delivery giant Zomato has issued a statement addressing the growing concerns about suspicious "one-dish" restaurants on its platform, which were reportedly selling items with vague names at high prices. These restaurants, some of which listed items like "Naughty Strawberry" and "Merry Berry," had raised suspicion among users who feared that the dishes were code names for illicit items such as drugs or vapes.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has reportedly found food delivery giants Swiggy and Zomato in breach of the country's competition and antitrust laws. According to non-public documents obtained by Reuters, the CCI alleges that both companies have engaged in practices that favor certain restaurants on their platforms, undermining fair competition.

Food lovers across the country are expressing their frustration after both Zomato and Swiggy announced an increase in their platform fees to ₹10, coinciding with the festive season. This move by India’s leading food delivery apps has sparked outrage among customers, who feel that the rising costs are making ordering food increasingly unsustainable.

In a recent incident that sparked widespread discussion on social media, Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal shared a video of himself being denied entry to Ambience Mall in Gurgaon while attempting to deliver food as part of an initiative to understand the challenges faced by delivery agents. The video depicted Goyal, dressed in a red Zomato delivery t-shirt, being instructed to use the stairs instead of entering the mall, forcing him to climb three flights to reach the restaurant where he needed to pick up the food.

Zomato co-founder Akriti Chopra has officially stepped down from her position after a notable 13-year tenure at the food delivery giant. Her resignation took effect on September 27, 2024, as confirmed by the company in a filing with the stock exchanges.

Food Galery, founded by Kushal Rayadurga, is a dynamic online platform that connects customers to local restaurants and grocery stores, offering a seamless solution for ordering food and groceries. The platform has quickly gained popularity for its ease of use and commitment to delivering fresh, premium-quality products. In a world where convenience is king, Food Galery stands out by offering fast and reliable service that brings a wide variety of meals and groceries straight to your doorstep.

Zomato has unveiled a new feature called 'Order Scheduling,' allowing customers to place orders up to two days in advance. Announced on Saturday, August 24, by Zomato CEO and founder Deepinder Goyal on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, the service aims to enhance convenience for users by providing more flexibility in meal planning.

In a groundbreaking move within the global food delivery landscape, Swiggy has unveiled its innovative 'Eatlists' feature, designed to enhance user convenience and social sharing capabilities. This pioneering feature allows customers to create personalized 'food playlists' within the Swiggy app, streamlining the process of selecting and sharing favorite dishes.