India’s e-commerce giants add quick commerce to a multi-format retail battle

Amazon Now and Flipkart Minutes are widening India’s rapid-delivery race against Blinkit, while Amazon, Flipkart and Meesho continue to target distinct premium, value and mass-market shopper segments.

— Filed Wed, 22 Jul, 2026, 15:36 IST · Source Financial Express · BrandWagon · Updated

India’s e-commerce market is shifting toward rapid fulfilment, with Amazon Now and Flipkart Minutes responding to Blinkit-led quick commerce. The article argues multiple platforms will coexist, differentiated by premium, value, Bharat and convenience-led consumer segments.

Why this matters

No related recent signals were provided. Amazon Now and Flipkart Minutes show India’s e-commerce leaders adding rapid delivery while maintaining differentiated premium, value and mass-market positions.

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