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<ul><li>Smartphone makers and e-commerce players have come under the scanner of CCI.</li><li>Smartphone makers have been accused of colluding with <keyword id="19904608" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Amazon" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Amazon" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Amazon">Amazon</keyword> and <keyword id="19896939" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Flipkart" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Flipkart" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Flipkart">Flipkart</keyword>.</li><li><keyword id="23184977" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="exclusive-launches" source="keywords">Exclusive launches</keyword> and steep discounting are among the practices being investigated.</li></ul>The <keyword id="19895221" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Competition-Commission-of-India" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Competition Commission of India" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Competition Commission of India">Competition Commission of India</keyword> (CCI), the antitrust watchdog in the country has reportedly accused smartphone makers such as <keyword id="19901379" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Xiaomi" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Xiaomi" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Xiaomi">Xiaomi</keyword> and <keyword id="19897758" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Samsung" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Samsung" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Samsung">Samsung</keyword> of colluding with e-commerce players Amazon and Flipkart. According to a <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/india/india-accuses-samsung-xiaomi-colluding-with-amazon-flipkart-2024-09-14/">report </a>by Reuters, smartphone makers have been accused of colluding with e-commerce players to launch products on their platforms exclusively. The smartphone makers have also been accused of violating competition laws by giving preference to select sellers, prioritising listings, steeply discounting products and more. <h2>CCI submits report on Amazon and Flipkart</h2>The CCI has reportedly submitted a 1,027-page report on Amazon which has accused Samsung, Xiaomi, OnePlus, Motorola and Realme of being “involved in the practise of exclusive phone launches” and “colluding” with Amazon, breaking competition law. Similarly, the watchdog has submitted a 1,696-page report on Flipkart that has accused Samsung, Xiaomi, Lenovo, Motorola and Vivo of “colluding”. "Exclusivity in business is anathema” CCI's additional director general G.V. Siva Prasad said, as per the report. “Not only is it against free and fair competition but also against the interest of consumers," Prasad added. While the e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart reportedly downplayed the practice of launching “exclusive” smartphones, the practice was found to be “rampant” during the investigation. India’s e-commerce market is expected to grow from $57 billion in 2023 to over $160 billion in 2028. Smartphone maker Vivo currently has a market share of 19% in smartphone shipments, followed by Samsung and Xiaomi, which have a combined market share of over 35%. As per a recent <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/indian-smartphone-market-records-7-2-growth-in-the-first-half-of-2024-vivo-leads-the-market-in-q2/articleshow/112629172.cms">report</a> by the International Data Corporation, the shipments to online channels grew by 8% year-on-year to reach 50% in Q2 2024, up from 47% in Q2 2023. As per the report, the exclusive launches pushed customers towards these online platforms and harmed small retailers. The investigation stems from a complaint lodged by the Confederation of All India Traders (<keyword id="20143308" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="CAIT" source="keywords">CAIT</keyword>) in 2020. The traders body, which has over 80 million members had accused the smartphone makers and e-commerce players of disadvantaging offline retailers and favouring online exclusive launches. We should know more about the investigation and its impact on smartphone makers, e-commerce players and the future of exclusive launches in the coming weeks. 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<ul><li><keyword id="19896939" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Flipkart" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Flipkart" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Flipkart">Flipkart</keyword> is offering a huge deal on the <keyword id="21364120" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="iPhone-15-Plus" source="keywords">iPhone 15 Plus</keyword></li><li>The phone can be yours for under Rs 65,000</li><li>Other offers are available too</li></ul> Smartphones are a big part of our lives now and are no longer just a way to keep in touch. They’ve become our cameras, entertainment centres, work tools, and sometimes, even our escape. So, when it’s time to upgrade, you want to make sure you’re getting something that’s truly worth the investment. If you are an iPhone user and want to upgrade, or if you are looking to buy your very first iPhone, Flipkart might have something for you this Diwali. <h2>Flipkart’s Diwali offer on iPhone 15 Plus </h2> Right now, Flipkart’s <keyword id="23545955" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Diwali-sale" source="keywords">Diwali sale</keyword> is offering a pretty tempting deal on the iPhone 15 Plus. Originally priced at ₹79,900, you can snag this beauty for just ₹65,999. This substantial discount makes it one of the most attractive offers on the market. But that’s not all. If you have an old smartphone lying around, you can exchange it and receive even greater discounts on the iPhone 15 Plus. This trade-in option allows you to save more, putting a premium device within reach without breaking the bank. Additionally, if you use an SBI bank card, you can snag an extra ₹1,000 off your purchase, making this deal even sweeter. This special offer is available until October 31. <h2>About the iPhone 15 Plus </h2> So, what makes the iPhone 15 Plus worth considering? For starters, its 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display is a game changer. Whether you’re streaming your favourite shows, scrolling through social media, or gaming, the visual quality is nothing short of stunning. The display features ProMotion technology, ensuring smooth scrolling and fluid animations, enhancing your overall experience. Under the hood, the <keyword id="21673274" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="A16-Bionic-chip" source="keywords">A16 Bionic chip</keyword> powers this device, making it one of the fastest processors in the smartphone market. It handles multitasking with ease, allowing you to switch between demanding apps without any lag. Gaming enthusiasts will appreciate the phone’s ability to run graphic-intensive games smoothly. The <keyword id="20389151" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="camera-system" source="keywords">camera system</keyword> on the iPhone 15 Plus is another highlight. With a triple-lens setup and a primary 48MP sensor, you can capture sharp and vivid photos. The upgraded Ultra Wide and Telephoto lenses offer versatility, whether you’re photographing landscapes or zooming in on intricate details. And let’s not forget about the battery life. The iPhone 15 Plus is designed to keep up with your busy day, eliminating the need to constantly search for a charger. With features like an under-display fingerprint sensor for easy unlocking and a USB-C port for faster charging, this phone looks like it is built for convenience. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/iphone-15-pro-available-at-lowest-ever-price-on-flipkart-here-is-all-about-the-deal/articleshow/113804340.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">iPhone 15 Pro available at lowest ever price on Flipkart, here is all about the deal</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/iphone-16-pro-is-already-cheaper-than-the-iphone-15-pro-in-india-but-you-can-get-it-for-up-to-30000-cheaper/articleshow/113220789.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">iPhone 16 Pro is already cheaper than the iPhone 15 Pro in India, but you can get it for up to ₹30,000 cheaper</a>

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The department for promotion of industry and internal trade (<keyword id="19952901" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="DPIIT" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="DPIIT" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="DPIIT">DPIIT</keyword>) on Monday asked <keyword id="19957196" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="white-goods" source="keywords">white goods</keyword> manufacturers to participate in large numbers to avail fiscal benefits under the <keyword id="19952889" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="production-linked-incentive" source="keywords">production linked incentive</keyword> scheme for the sector as the response has been muted so far. Additional Secretary in the DPIIT Rajeev Singh Thakur said that the department has again reopened the application window for the PLI (production linked incentive) scheme for white goods (<keyword id="20360726" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ACs" source="keywords">ACs</keyword> and LED lights). The application window is open from July 15 to October 12. "In the PLI in white goods scheme, somehow the response has been muted. ...Probably due to various reasons not sufficient response has come. So I request (the industry) to have a look and probably this time, you can consider (applying)," Thakur said at the CII Consumer Electronics and Durables Summit 2024 here. So far, 66 applicants with committed investment of Rs 6,962 crore have been selected as beneficiaries under the PLI scheme. The Union Cabinet had given approval for the PLI scheme for white goods for <keyword id="19914449" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="manufacturing" source="keywords">manufacturing</keyword> of components and sub-assemblies of Air Conditioners (ACs) and LED lights on April 7, 2021. The scheme is to be implemented over a seven-year period, from 2021-22 to 2028-29, and has an outlay of Rs 6,238 crore. He added that the department can hold talks with the industry separately on issues like quality control orders and logistics. Thakur told the industry that the time is right to increase investments into the country as the government has enhanced its capex and taken steps to promote <keyword id="19996629" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ease-of-doing-business" source="keywords">ease of doing business</keyword>. The public capex in the last 10 years is growing at a fast pace in areas like highways, expressway, ports, airports and railways, but the commensurate response of the private sector "somehow is not up to the expectation", he said. Earlier speaking at the event, DPIIT Secretary Amardeep Singh Bhatia said that a lot of steps have been taken to promote ease of doing business, cutting down compliance burden and decriminalisation of minor offences. The government has also recently approved 12 industrial townships and the industry can look at investing there. He added that capital availability is not an issue now and the government has also provided protection to the industry from predatory imports. Schemes like PLI and semiconductor mission have been rolled out to promote manufacturing and "now we want the industry" to ensure that they have necessary collaborations in place for technology and investments. The industry should do collaborations not only to target the domestic market but also become part of global value chains. "That is an expectation we are having from the entire industry and I think industry will rise to meet these expectations... We have a huge demographic dividend and the industry should take advantage of this otherwise we will miss it," Bhatia added. He also said that there is no paucity of adequate skilled labour in the country and logistics costs too are coming down. On logistics, he cited examples of Amazon and Flipkart selling goods in the remotest part of the country. 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Govt asks white goods industry to apply for manufacturing sops in large numbers

<keyword id="35621" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="e-commerce" source="Orion">E-commerce</keyword> major <keyword id="6354742" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="flipkart" source="Orion">Flipkart</keyword> is reportedly planning to reduce its <keyword id="52626" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="workforce" source="Orion">workforce</keyword> by 5-7 per cent in early 2024 that may affect nearly 1,500 <keyword id="6357081" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="employees" source="Orion">employees</keyword>. The Walmart-owned company currently has around 22,000 employees. According to sources, Flipkart has initiated the exercise via performance reviews and the job cuts are likely to be implemented by March-April. The Economic Times was first to report about the upcoming move by Flipkart. The company is also looking at internal restructuring to optimise its resources in order to remain profitable. The company did not immediately comment on the move. Annual job cuts based on performance reviews at Flipkart have happened in the past too. E-commerce major Flipkart had total revenue of Rs 56,013 crore in the 2023 financial year, according to data from business intelligence platform Tofler. The revenue saw a 9 per cent growth in FY23 from FY22 at Rs 51,176 crore. The company reported a net loss of Rs 4,834 crore in FY23, marking a substantial 42 per cent increase from the earlier fiscal year. "Net loss for the financial year ending as on March 31, 2023, was Rs 48,393 million as against that of the previous year ending as on March 31, 2022, of Rs 33,624 million witnessed an increase of 44 per cent in the net loss," according to the financial report.

Flipkart may reduce workforce by up to 7%, affecting 1,500 employees

New Delhi, Retail giant <keyword id="80487" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="walmart" source="Orion">Walmart</keyword> has reportedly paid $1.4 billion to acquire VC form <keyword id="526777" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="tiger-global" source="Orion">Tiger Global</keyword>'s remaining shares in the e-commerce major. According to a report in Wall Street Journal, <keyword id="80487" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="walmart" source="Orion">Walmart</keyword> has paid the money to boost <keyword id="6354742" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="flipkart" source="Orion">Flipkart</keyword>'s stake. "Purchase of shares from <keyword id="526777" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="tiger-global" source="Orion">Tiger Global</keyword> values the Indian e-commerce company at about $35 billion," the report said late on Sunday. Walmart purchased Tiger Global's remaining holding in <keyword id="6354742" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="flipkart" source="Orion">Flipkart</keyword> to further cement its control of the Indian e-commerce giant. Tiger Global made an overall gain of $3.5 billion on an investment of $1.2 billion, reports mentioned. Flipkart was earlier valued at $37.6 billion in a 2021 funding round. Walmart had 72 per cent share in Flipkart as reported last. Tiger Global held a 4 per cent stake in the e-commerce leader. Last month, Flipkart began a "one-time discretionary" cash payment of $700 million to employees following its separation from fintech firm PhonePe. In an email to employees, <keyword id="3515858" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="flipkart-group" source="Orion">Flipkart Group</keyword> chief executive <keyword id="6379357" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="kalyan-krishnamurthy" source="Orion">Kalyan Krishnamurthy</keyword> said, "We have exciting times ahead, and as we continue to grow across businesses, I look forward to your continued dedication and determination to bring about the future that we envision and scale new heights together." The <keyword id="15154047" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="phonepe-group" source="Orion">PhonePe Group</keyword> was acquired by the <keyword id="3515858" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="flipkart-group" source="Orion">Flipkart Group</keyword> in 2016. The Flipkart Group is one of India's leading digital commerce entities and includes group companies Flipkart, Myntra, <keyword id="7116339" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="flipkart-wholesale" source="Orion">Flipkart Wholesale</keyword>, Flipkart Health+ and Cleartrip. Started in 2007, Flipkart has enabled millions of consumers, sellers, merchants, and small businesses to be a part of India's digital commerce revolution, with a registered customer base of more than 400 million, offering over 150 million products across over 80 categories. --IANS na/dpb

Walmart buys Tiger Global's residual Flipkart stake for $1.4 billion

<keyword id="8009942" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="walmart-owned-flipkart" source="Orion">Walmart-owned Flipkart</keyword> on Friday announced that it will be distributing <keyword id="6355975" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="axis-bank" source="Orion">Axis Bank</keyword>'s <keyword id="35520" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="personal-loans" source="Orion">personal loans</keyword> on the e-commerce platform. The platform, which has 450 million customers, will be distributing loans of up to ₹5 lakh which can be repaid in up to three years, it said in a statement. The announcement comes amid reports of <keyword id="30067" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rbi" source="Orion">RBI</keyword>'s concerns on the high growth in the more riskier unsecured lending segment like personal loans and credit cards. "As Indian consumers continue to evolve, an increasing aspiration exists to enhance their lifestyles," the Flipkart statement said. The facility in tie-up with the third largest private sector lender will empower customers with increased purchasing power, it added. Flipkart's senior vice president for fintech and payments group, Dheeraj Aneja said the e-commerce platform already offers financing avenues like Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL), Equated Monthly Installments (EMI), and Co-branded Credit Cards to support buyers. "Our focus is to enable credit and enhance purchasing power by granting access to liquidity precisely when needed. These financial solutions cater to the evolving demands of consumers, offering greater flexibility and convenience throughout their purchasing journeys," Aneja added. Axis Bank's president and head of digital business and transformation, Sameer Shetty, said the bank will be able to offer lending to a wider spectrum of customers through the partnership. Customers will be able to get loan approvals in 30 seconds under the partnership, the statement said.

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