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Business

JioMart Launches ‘Grand Republic Sale’ with Up to 80% Discounts Across Electronics, Fashion and Essentials

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

Mumbai, January 19, 2026: JioMart has announced its Grand Republic Sale, bringing attractive Republic Day savings for customers across a wide range of categories. The sale, which runs until January 26, offers discounts of up to 80 per cent on electronics, fashion, FMCG, groceries, and home and kitchen essentials.


The sale features deals across smartphones, laptops, smart TVs and wearables, along with value-driven pricing on men’s, women’s and kids’ fashion starting from ₹99. Customers can also shop daily essentials such as staples, edible oils, masalas, snacks, beauty, baby care and home care products, enabling both festive and routine household shopping.

Among the key electronics offers are the Oppo K13 Turbo Pro (256 GB) priced at ₹32,999, the MacBook Air M2 available at ₹64,990, the Realme P4x 5G (6 GB | 128 GB) at ₹15,999, the TCL 55-inch 4K UHD Google TV at ₹29,990, and the Fire-Boltt Maverick Smartwatch priced at ₹899. Terms and conditions apply.

To enhance affordability, JioMart is also offering an instant discount of up to 7.5 per cent on Bank of Baroda cards, valid until January 24, allowing customers to avail additional savings during the sale period.

The Grand Republic Sale is supported by JioMart’s expanding quick commerce and scheduled delivery network, with quick delivery services available across more than 4,000 pin codes in over 1,000 cities, and scheduled delivery operating pan-India across 18,000+ pin codes. This extensive network ensures efficient fulfilment and a smooth shopping experience during the festive rush.

With its Republic Day offerings, JioMart continues to focus on making quality products accessible and affordable for Indian households by combining value, selection and convenience at scale. Customers can shop via http://www.jiomart.com or the JioMart app to avail the offers.

National

Blinkit, Zepto Scrap 10-Minute Delivery Amid Concerns Over Gig Worker Stress

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Quick commerce companies such as Blinkit and Zepto have voluntarily scrapped their 10-minute delivery promises after concerns were raised by Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya regarding the growing pressure and stressful working conditions faced by gig workers.

According to reports, the move followed a meeting between government representatives and leading delivery platforms, including Blinkit, Zepto, Zomato, and Swiggy, where delivery timelines and worker welfare were discussed in detail. The discussions focused on the impact of ultra-fast delivery expectations on rider safety, mental stress, and overall work conditions.

The 10-minute delivery model, while popular among consumers, has long drawn criticism for pushing delivery partners to meet unrealistic timelines, often at the cost of safety and well-being. Labour authorities expressed concerns that such aggressive delivery targets could encourage risky behaviour on roads and increase physical and psychological strain on gig workers.

Following the deliberations, quick commerce firms reportedly agreed to reassess delivery commitments, opting for more flexible timelines that balance customer convenience with worker welfare. The decision marks a significant shift in how the gig economy platforms approach operational efficiency and social responsibility.

The development highlights the government’s growing engagement with the gig economy sector and reflects an effort to create a more sustainable ecosystem for delivery partners, who form the backbone of India’s rapidly expanding quick commerce industry

Fit & Fabulous

House of Rare and Zepto Partner to Deliver Premium Fashion in 10 Minutes

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The House of Rare has launched a strategic partnership with Zepto to bring premium fashion to customers’ doorsteps in just 10 minutes, signaling a major shift in how style-savvy shoppers can access occasion-ready outfits. Initially rolling out in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Pune, this collaboration begins with a curated collection of Rare Rabbit menswear staples — including shirts, polos, and tees that suit immediate wardrobe decisions.

This move responds to a growing demand from urban millennials and Gen Z consumers for on-demand fashion that matches their fast-paced, plan-on-the-fly lifestyles. Whether it’s dressing up for a sudden dinner plan or refreshing an outfit before a trip, this partnership provides immediate access to style — redefining convenience in the fashion space.

Over time, the collection will expand to include other verticals under The House of Rare, including Rareism (womenswear), Rare Ones (boys’ wear for ages 4 to 14), and Rare’Z (footwear and streetwear). This staggered rollout will allow the brand to test product mixes, customer preferences, and order flows through the Zepto app, optimizing for a seamless quick commerce experience.

Pulkit Verma, Chief Business Officer, Digital at The House of Rare, emphasized that this move isn’t just about speed, but relevance. “Q-commerce is rapidly transforming how India shops, and we see it as a powerful lever for fashion retail. Our partnership with Zepto isn’t just about being fast, it’s about being relevant in the moment our customer needs us,” he said.

Fashion in Q-commerce is quickly gaining traction. A Redseer report noted that the sector is set to grow from $2.8 billion in 2023 to over $10 billion by 2026. Fashion, traditionally considered slower-moving than essentials, is emerging as a promising vertical due to the increasing demand for instant gratification, particularly in impulse or occasion-based apparel.

From Zepto’s perspective, this partnership is part of a larger strategy to expand its lifestyle and premium offerings. “By partnering with The House of Rare, we are giving users instant access to premium fashion, making it possible to refresh their wardrobes in minutes,” said Devendra Meel, Chief Business Officer, Zepto.

The partnership does more than deliver fashion — it also provides invaluable data on user behavior, preferences, and local demand patterns. These insights can inform merchandising decisions, helping The House of Rare plan store and e-commerce inventories more effectively. Accessories will soon follow the apparel rollout, boosting attach rates and order value as the core journey stabilizes.

With over 170 retail stores and a growing e-commerce footprint, The House of Rare sees Zepto as a complementary channel that supports its omnichannel ambitions. This move blends immediacy, curated fashion, and hyperlocal insight, reshaping how — and how fast — style reaches the modern Indian consumer.

Business

NDR InvIT Inaugurates 2.35 Lakh Sq. Ft. Logistics Facility in Goa, Expands Regional Footprint

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Goa | July 31, 2025 — In a significant milestone for India’s logistics and warehousing sector, NDR InvIT Trust, the country’s first perpetual Warehousing and Industrial Parks InvIT listed on the National Stock Exchange, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art 2.35 lakh sq. ft. facility at its NDR Varama Sir site on Verna Airport Road.

The space has been handed over to:

  • A leading quick-commerce company (~1.06 lakh sq. ft.)
  • A third-party logistics (3PL) provider managing FMCD (Fast-Moving Consumer Durables) (~1.24 lakh sq. ft.)

The event was attended by key stakeholders including Mr. N. Amrutesh Reddy (Director, NDR InvIT Trust), Mr. Jagdish Bhanushali, Mr. Meet Bhanushali, and Mr. Sundar Rajan.

Strategic Expansion in Goa

This facility marks a major step in NDR InvIT’s mission to build scalable, efficient infrastructure across India. With this development, NDR’s Goa portfolio now encompasses ~11 lakh sq. ft. of constructed area across two key sites:

  • NDR Goaspace Pvt. Ltd. in Verna Industrial Area
  • NDR Varama Sir on Verna Airport Road

These sites act as strategic hubs for last-mile delivery, pan-India distribution, and manufacturing-linked logistics.

Commitment to Future-Ready Infrastructure

Speaking at the inauguration, Mr. Jagdish Bhanushali, Project Director, said:

“This facility reflects our commitment to future-ready infrastructure that meets the dynamic needs of modern trade, manufacturing and commerce. From last-mile efficiency to pan-India reach, NDR InvIT’s assets are designed to support speed, sustainability, and scalability.”

The Goa portfolio is particularly focused on supporting high-growth industries such as:

  • Quick commerce
  • Third-party logistics (3PL)
  • Light manufacturing

Consumer durables (FMCD)

About NDR InvIT Trust

NDR InvIT Trust is India’s first perpetual Warehousing and Industrial Parks InvIT. With 19.22 million sq. ft. AUM, it operates 60+ warehouses and 37 industrial parks across 15 cities, leased to over 100 tenants from industries including:

  • E-commerce
  • IT and technology
  • Automotive
  • Retail & FMCG
  • Engineering and white goods

NDR InvIT’s mission is to contribute to India’s sustainable economic and social growth by strategically managing critical infrastructure that enables faster, smarter supply chains.