e-commerce
Galaxy gets a fast pass as Samsung taps Instamart for instant delivery
MUMBAI: If speed is the new luxury, Samsung just put its Galaxy on turbo mode. In a move that fuses tech with the nation’s quick-commerce obsession, Samsung has teamed up with Instamart to deliver smartphones, tablets, wearables and accessories to consumers within minutes across key Indian cities.
The partnership marks a fresh chapter in Samsung’s omnichannel ambitions, one that swaps long delivery windows for near-instant gratification. Whether it’s a last-minute gift, a cracked-phone emergency or an impulsive upgrade, select Galaxy devices can now land at your doorstep almost as quickly as your evening snacks.
Samsung India director, MX Business Rahul Pahwa said the collaboration is rooted in accessibility. “We are driven by meaningful innovations that are accessible to everyone. Our partnership with Instamart strengthens our omnichannel strategy and makes the Galaxy experience available to users in a matter of minutes. We are bringing our most loved devices closer to the users.”
Instamart, which already delivers essentials at breakneck speed, sees tech as the next natural frontier. “High-quality devices are now just a few taps and 10 minutes away,” said Instamart AVP Manender Kaushik. “Our goal has always been to anticipate and adapt to evolving lifestyles and this partnership redefines what convenience in tech truly means.”
For Samsung, the tie-up is as much about strategic expansion as it is about consumer delight. By slotting Galaxy devices into the country’s fastest-growing retail channel, the brand tightens its grip on a generation that values immediacy, seamless access and zero waiting time. It deepens Samsung’s retail ecosystem, ensuring that consumers across price segments from entry-level devices to premium flagships can access Galaxy technology with newfound ease.
As India races ahead in quick-commerce adoption, this partnership sets up a future where tech isn’t just bought, it’s summoned. And for Galaxy fans, the universe just got a whole lot closer.
e-commerce
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.
