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Amazon Prime Day Sale Takes A Glitchy Start!

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“Sorry something went wrong on our end.”

This message popped up on most people’s website who were heading over to Amazon websites on Prime Day. All the shopaholics were eagerly waiting for the countdown to the Prime Day Sale but their expectations were shattered. 

The e commerce giant Amazon went through a glitch at the start of its very famous 36 hour online sales bonanza. People were immensely infuriated by this glitch and many users even switched to other websites, in anger. The issues are centred on the US based website but are occurring in other continents too. Some users faced an error page featuring the “dogs of Amazon” and were unable to load the site, while others could not enter specific product pages.

People were not able to complete purchases at checkout, while others reported that the “deals” page and “Shop all deals” button had disappeared from the site. A lot of glitches were faced by users across the countries! Amazon took to its official Twitter handle to say with regard to the sale day. Here is what they tweeted! 

 

Apart from the US, the issues with Amazon’s sites are faced in Europe, Africa, South America, Russia, Asia and Australia.

Amazon launched its Prime Sale Day in 2015 and by the end of 2017, it was its second biggest shopping day all over the world. According to an analysis by Coresight Research, last year’s Prime Day sale was estimated to have generated about $ 2.4 billion in sales and this year’s 36 hours sale was predicted to reach $ 3.4 billion. As of now, it appears the company’s website is now functioning normally for some users while Amazon works to resolve the issue. Many are still reporting issues with adding items to their carts, checkout and just getting into the deals portal from Amazon’s homepage.

Amazon, you really need to buckle up and fix the issues for your beloved customers!

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Blissclub Raises INR 33 Crore in Fresh Funding Months After Layoffs

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Blissclub, the women-centric D2C apparel brand, has raised INR 33 crore in a Pre-Series B funding round led by Elevation Capital, with Eight Roads Ventures also participating. This funding comes just three months after the company laid off 18% of its workforce-about 21 employees from creative, sales, marketing, growth, and product teams-due to high cash burn and challenges in securing new capital.

The latest investment was made through the allotment of 16,076 compulsory convertible preference shares (CCPS) at a premium of INR 20,428 each. Elevation Capital invested INR 19 crore, securing a 24.5% stake, while Eight Roads Ventures contributed INR 14 crore, raising its stake to 15.79%. The capital will be used for working capital, capital expenditure, and general corporate purposes.

Founded in 2020 by Minu Margeret, Blissclub started as an online activewear brand for women and has since diversified its product range and established offline stores. Despite recent restructuring, the company’s revenue grew 27% to INR 86.9 crore in FY24 from INR 68.3 crore in FY23, though net losses also increased to INR 43.9 crore.

Blissclub’s successful fundraising, despite recent layoffs, underscores both the ongoing challenges and the resilience of India’s D2C startup sector in a difficult funding environment.

 

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Apple to Shift Entire US iPhone Assembly to India by 2026

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Apple is set to relocate all assembly of iPhones destined for the US market from China to India by the end of 2026, marking its biggest manufacturing shift in decades. The move is driven by escalating US-China trade tensions and steep tariffs—up to 145% on Chinese imports—making Chinese assembly increasingly costly for Apple. Although some smartphone imports are temporarily exempt, a 20% duty still applies to Chinese-made iPhones entering the US.

 

India, in contrast, offers a more favorable trade environment, with a paused 26% reciprocal tariff and ongoing negotiations for a bilateral trade deal with the US that could shield Indian exports from future levies. Apple plans to more than double its current iPhone output in India, aiming to assemble over 60 million units annually for the US market. The company already produces about 25% of its global iPhones in India, working with partners like Foxconn, Tata Electronics, and Pegatron.

 

This shift is part of Apple’s broader strategy to diversify its supply chain and reduce reliance on China amid geopolitical risks. However, the transition’s success will depend on how quickly India can scale up its manufacturing capabilities and the outcome of ongoing trade negotiations.


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PhonePe’s PINCODE Launches 10-Minute Medicine Delivery in Cities

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PhonePe’s PINCODE app has launched a 24×7 online medicine delivery service in Bangalore, Mumbai, and Pune, promising delivery of both prescription and over-the-counter medicines within 10 minutes from nearby local medical shops. Unlike conventional e-pharmacies that use dark stores, PINCODE partners exclusively with neighborhood pharmacies, enabling faster deliveries and supporting local businesses in the digital economy.

Customers without prescriptions can select a “no prescription” option when ordering; a qualified doctor then provides a free teleconsultation and issues a digital prescription compliant with telemedicine guidelines, ensuring seamless access to medicines. The app offers competitive pricing by passing discounts from local pharmacies directly to customers and charges no delivery fees.

PINCODE’s hyperlocal model enhances healthcare accessibility and convenience while empowering local pharmacies, helping them remain integral to their communities and stimulating local economic growth. Launched in 2023, the app focuses on quick commerce with an emphasis on speed, reliability, and supporting local sellers.

In summary, PhonePe’s PINCODE app is transforming medicine delivery in major Indian cities by combining ultra-fast 10-minute delivery, free doctor consultations, and a hyperlocal sourcing model that benefits both consumers and neighborhood pharmacies.

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