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Jabong.com hosted Asia’s first ever –Google+ Shoppable Hangout
MUMBAI: Jabong.com, India’s favourite online fashion destination,launchedUK’s leading high-street brand, Dorothy Perkins in India at LakméFashion Week Summer/Resort 2014. The brand alsobrought in another innovative platform by hosting Asia’s first ever ‘Google+ Shoppable Hangout’ called “Jabong Shoppable Hangout with Dorothy Perkins”live from the ramp wherein populace witnessed Dorothy Perkins’ show, interacted with fashion influencers as well as shopped from the collection.
The hangout was hosted live from Grand Hyatt, Santacruz, the venue of Lakme Fashion Weekby Fashion Director of acclaimed fashion magazine Grazia, Ekta Rajani along with renowned fashion Designer Anita Dongre known for cutting edge women apparel for the last two decades, Dorothy Perkins Marketing Director Alex Maw and India’s first and most famous celebrity blogger who blogs on Bollywood, Miss Malini
This platform provided the Indian consumer a completely new shopping experience.The show was a grand success as users logged on to Google+ hangout. Participants interacted with the hosts and other members on this platform. Increasing the fashion quotient on the dais, the four divas elevated the fashion quotient of the chic collection through the shoppable hangout at the fashion week. Viewers got to know more about Dorothy Perkins collection, latest trends and styles, Kangana Ranaut’s, the showstopper’s outfit and much more. Not only this, participants gota chance to buy Dorothy Perkins products live from the ramp.
Speaking on the occasion, Arun Chandra Mohan, Founder and CEO of Jabong.com said,“Jabong.com strongly believes in democratizing fashion and bringing the runway to millions of homes.The ‘Google+ Shoppable Hangout’for the Dorothy Perkins showreceived an overwhelming response. The idea behind this was to make the show more innovative and to bring the brand more accessible to the audience on its launch. With the e-commerce market in India growing at an extraordinary rate, we thought of introducing a unique and innovative shopping experience to the Indian shoppers. Going ahead we will continue to bring such distinctive experiences for the fashion fanatics.”
“Association with the fashion leaderJabong.com and coming together with technology giant Google to create a shoppable hangout for the Dorothy Perkins SS 2014 collection showcased at LFW SR 2014 is another feather in our cap and reinforces our position as the most innovative and digitally advanced fashion platform in the country” said SaketDhankar, Head-Fashion, IMG Reliance.
Speaking on the occasion, Anita Dongresaid“It’s exciting to be a part of this first of a kind digital experience, where we get to share and exchange ideas on trends and fashion, offer a live sneak peek into all the action at LFW and at the same time allow the consumer a chance to buy hot off the ramp fashion. E-commerce is the future of fashion retail and this initiative takes it a step ahead with bringing it live to the homes of the fashion enthusiasts across India, from one the most prestigious fashion events in the country.
Speaking on the occasion, Alex Maw, Marketing Director, Dorothy Perkins said “Having the opportunity for our brand to take part in “Jabong Shoppable Hangout with Dorothy Perkins” live from our catwalk show in Mumbai was incredible! To be the first ever to do this in Asia with our partner Jabong.com paves the way for future initiatives. To be amongst 3 of India’s most influential female fashionistas was such a treat too’
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sandeep Menon, Director Marketing, Google India said, “This could get very infectious. We’ve had some serious fun working with Lakmé Fashion Week to make the show more innovative and more accessible than it’s ever been before. At Google we believe in doing things differently and, therefore, the idea was to bring fashion fans closer to the action and get everyone involved to experience this season’s flavors, the colours, the faces, the designs, the celebrities and just about everything else up-close and through multiple dimensions.”
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Flipkart rolls out 105 per cent bonus for 20,000 employees
Strong FY25 performance drives payouts even as layoffs and shifts unfold.
MUMBAI: In a year where belts were tightened and rewards loosened, Flipkart seems to be playing both offence and defence trimming roles on one hand while handing out a generous 105 per cent bonus on the other. The Walmart owned e commerce major has rolled out a 105 per cent bonus payout for 2025, covering nearly 20,000 employees, signalling a year of steady operational momentum even as the company navigates restructuring pressures. The payout, communicated internally by chief human resources officer Seema Nair, is tied to performance across key metrics including growth, operational efficiency, financial outcomes and people indicators, a combination that suggests the company is inching closer to its long stated goal of sustainable profitability.
Employees at SD level and below are set to receive their bonuses in March, while payouts for senior leadership, including vice presidents and senior vice presidents, will follow after the close of the performance cycle. The elevated 105 per cent multiplier stands out in a sector where cautious payouts have increasingly become the norm, pointing to what appears to be a relatively strong internal scorecard for FY25.
Yet, the announcement arrives with a noticeable contrast. Earlier this year, Flipkart reduced its workforce by around 300 roles as part of its annual performance review process. While officially framed as performance driven, the juxtaposition of layoffs alongside above target bonuses reflects a more nuanced balancing act, one that prioritises cost discipline while continuing to reward and retain high performing talent.
This dual approach is becoming increasingly common across the technology and e commerce landscape, where companies are navigating an uneven hiring environment while under pressure to deliver profitability. Rewarding top contributors, even amid selective workforce reductions, allows firms to maintain morale and retain critical talent without losing sight of financial prudence.
At the same time, Flipkart is also undergoing leadership shifts that hint at a broader strategic recalibration. Nishant Verman has been appointed senior vice president for corporate development and partnerships, while group chief financial officer Sriram Venkataraman is set to step down. Ravi Iyer will take on expanded responsibilities within the finance function, marking a reshuffle at the top as the company gears up for its next phase.
These changes come amid reports that Flipkart is planning to shift its holding structure back to India, a move widely interpreted as groundwork for a potential public listing. While timelines remain fluid, the combination of stronger financial discipline, leadership restructuring and employee incentivisation suggests a company preparing itself for greater scrutiny and scale.
For employees, the 105 per cent payout offers a welcome boost in what has otherwise been a period of adjustment. For Flipkart, it is a signal that even as it cuts where necessary, it is willing to spend where it counts. In the high stakes game of growth versus profitability, the company appears to be hedging its bets carefully, rewarding performance while reshaping itself for what could be its most defining chapter yet.
