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Zomato appears in 62 stories we have published between August 2026 and September 2026, mostly in our Business and Technology coverage. It is most often reported alongside Swiggy, Amazon and Uber.
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Rapido’s Ownly Expands Zero-Commission Food Delivery to Hyderabad
Rapido has introduced Ownly, a zero-commission food delivery platform, in Hyderabad following a pilot in Bengaluru. The service aims to reduce the price gap between offline and online meals by eliminating commissions for restaurants and leveraging Rapido’s logistics network.
27 September 2026
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Rapido’s Ownly Expands Zero-Commission Food Delivery to Hyderabad
Rapido’s Ownly, a zero-commission food delivery platform, launches in Hyderabad after a Bengaluru pilot. Can it disrupt India’s food delivery market?

Gold prices in Chennai fall by ₹480 per sovereign on September 7
Gold prices in Chennai fell by ₹480 per sovereign on September 7, 2026, with 22-carat gold at ₹14,130/gram and 24-carat at ₹15,415/gram.

Indian stock markets drop as US inflation fears and crude oil prices weigh on sentiment
Sensex and Nifty fell in mid-morning trade due to US inflation fears and rising crude oil prices.

AI-driven job shifts: Tech roles shrink as chip factories expand hiring
US labour data shows AI is reducing white-collar tech jobs but increasing hiring in semiconductor and AI hardware manufacturing.

GCC Hiring Surge: India's Non-Tech Talent Landscape in 2028
Explore the anticipated hiring surge in India's GCCs by 2028, focusing on non-tech roles and the transformative impact of digital platforms and AI.

Sensex rebounds 531 points, Nifty rises 78 points in early trade
Sensex opened 531.88 points higher at 76,684.74, while Nifty rose 78.25 points to 23,951.70 on September 4, 2026, amid global market trends.

Finance Ministry amends FDI norms to allow e-commerce inventory for exports only
The Finance Ministry has amended FDI norms to allow e-commerce firms to maintain inventory exclusively for exporting Indian-made goods.

Why struggle is part of the process for founders and operators
A perspective on how challenges shape resilience, learning, and long-term success for entrepreneurs and business operators.

Data centre industry presses government for power and regulatory reforms in roundtable
Stakeholders discussed power availability, single-window approvals, and regulatory measures with Piyush Goyal to accelerate data centre growth in India.

What "The Mountain Is You" says about self-transformation
YourStory highlights 7 quotes from Brianna Wiest’s book on self-sabotage, emotional patterns, and internal resistance to change. A neutral explainer.

AI agents could replace apps and reshape digital transactions, says architect of India’s DPI
Pramod Varma, co-founder of Networks for Humanity and key architect of India’s Digital Public Infrastructure, discusses how AI agents could replace apps…

India updates GDP methodology with new base year and price indices
India’s statistics ministry released updated GDP estimates for 2022-23, incorporating PPI, Banking Services Price Index, and new methodology.

Indian Stock Market Declines as Geopolitical Tensions and Crude Oil Prices Rise
Sensex and Nifty fall as Iran-US tensions escalate, crude oil prices surge, and global markets weaken. Key gainers and decliners identified.

YOGa Clean Air raises ₹20 crore to expand indoor air purification tech
YOGa Clean Air secures ₹20 crore in funding led by Info Edge Ventures, with participation from Deepinder Goyal, to scale its indoor air purification tech…

Startup News: Magron, Unacademy, Dekho Merger & More
Explore the latest startup news: Magron's electric motorcycles, Unacademy's acquisition by upGrad, Dekho-RenewBuy merger, and more. Stay updated with the latest developments.

India’s franchise model offers structured entry into retail entrepreneurship
YourStory reports how India’s franchise model is helping new entrepreneurs enter retail with lower upfront challenges, and what it takes to succeed.

Sensex falls over 400 points as crude oil prices surge past $90
Indian stock markets fell sharply in early trade on August 31, driven by rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions. HDFC Bank and Bharti Airtel rose.

Cashfree Payments outlines how it supports SMB growth in India
Cashfree Payments co-founder Akash Sinha discusses how the company helps small and medium businesses improve conversions, use AI, and access global markets.

Startup Innovations: Zomato, DocPharma, and More
Discover the latest startup innovations, including breakthroughs from Zomato, DocPharma, and more. Focus keyword in the first clause.

Zomato's Strategic Shift: Layoffs and Consolidation in Customer Support Operations
In 2026, Zomato's restructuring highlights its growing reliance on external partners for customer support, following significant job cuts amid increased automation.

Zomato's Zero-Tolerance Policy on Analogue Dairy Products
Discover Zomato's zero-tolerance policy against analogue dairy products, ensuring food quality and transparency.

A 1956 book predicted quiet quitting and workplace conformity debates
William H. Whyte’s The Organisation Man examined workplace conformity and loyalty, offering insights that align with today’s quiet quitting and work-life…

Gold prices in Chennai drop by ₹560 per 8 grams on August 27
Gold prices in Chennai dropped by ₹560 per 8 grams on August 27. 22 karat gold is now ₹14,940 per gram, influenced by rupee-dollar exchange rates…

Omega Seiki Mobility Secures Rs 100 Cr Funding for EV Expansion
In 2026, Omega Seiki Mobility secured Rs 100 crore funding to boost its EV manufacturing and expand its network. Learn more about this significant milestone.

Why embracing change requires action, not just preparation
YourStory reports that resisting change or waiting for certainty can hinder adaptation.

Sensex drops 140 points as Iran-US tensions drive market decline
Sensex fell 140 points at open on August 25, 2026, while Nifty declined 66 points. Geopolitical tensions and crude oil prices impacted Indian markets.

Four books on living a good life through philosophy, psychology, and wisdom
Meditations, A Guide to the Good Life, The Happiness Hypothesis, and The Art of Happiness examine purpose, resilience, and fulfillment through philosophy…

What books reveal about why some people appear naturally resilient
Seven books reveal how resilience is shaped by habits, mindset, and practice—not just innate strength. Insights for founders and operators facing adversity.

Flipkart to launch food delivery in Bengaluru, challenging Zomato and Swiggy
Flipkart will debut its food delivery service in Bengaluru later this month, leveraging its 500M user base and Ekart logistics to challenge Zomato and Swiggy.

Flipkart to launch food delivery in Bengaluru with lower restaurant commissions
Flipkart plans to enter India’s food delivery market in Bengaluru, offering lower commissions and capped marketing costs for restaurants, challenging Swiggy…

Zomato tests vending machines for rapid food delivery in Gurugram offices
Zomato has launched ‘Zomato Now’, vending machines in Gurugram corporate offices, partnering with restaurants to enable faster food access.

Sensex and Nifty trade flat as investors adopt cautious approach
Sensex and Nifty opened marginally higher but traded flat on August 21. Global factors and rising crude oil prices led to cautious investor sentiment.

Temple wearable halves size ahead of pre-orders, ships by end of 2026
Deepinder Goyal’s Temple reduces its brain-monitoring wearable size by over 50%, opens pre-orders for limited 2026 launch. $54M raised at $190M valuation.

Indian minister highlights AI and quantum tech for civil service modernization
Dr Jitendra Singh highlights the role of AI, quantum technology, and cybersecurity in governance during a 15-day refresher course for civil servants.

How perception shapes responses to life’s challenges
Stoic philosophy explains how interpretation influences emotional responses. Founders and operators can use this to manage stress and setbacks.

Chennai gold prices rise marginally, sovereign crosses ₹1.14 lakh
Chennai gold prices rise marginally, with 22-carat gold at ₹14,290/gram.

5 books explore why we compare ourselves to others
YourStory highlights five books that explore the psychology behind comparison and how it shapes decisions, self-worth, and personal growth.

PM Modi announces AI skilling for 1 crore youth, calls for India to lead in tech
PM Narendra Modi outlines India’s tech ambitions, including AI skilling for 1 crore youth and leadership in 6G. What this means for startups and founders.

Gold prices in Chennai plunge ₹1,440 per 8 grams in a single day
Gold prices in Chennai fell sharply by ₹1,440 per 8 grams on August 14, driven by geopolitical tensions and reduced international investment.

Five books that challenge personal growth through uncomfortable truths
These books explore themes of fear, decision-making, struggle, suffering, and discipline to challenge readers and foster deeper self-awareness and growth.

Indian stock markets open lower amid West Asia tensions and rising crude oil prices
Indian stock markets opened in the red on August 13, with Sensex down 172 points and Nifty falling 90 points.

Epictetus’ philosophy on aligning actions with personal identity
Epictetus’ philosophy emphasizes the importance of clarifying who you want to become before taking action, shaping habits and decisions accordingly.

Zomato: Inc42’s neutral profile of its operations, financials, and corporate data
Inc42’s profile outlines Zomato’s foodtech operations, funding, revenue, cap table, investments, and acquisitions as reported in public filings.

Gurugram healthtech startups raised $700M in 2025 despite funding slowdown
Inc42 reports Gurugram’s healthtech sector raised $700M across 54 deals in 2025, down from 78 deals in 2024, with PB Healthcare, 1MG, and Pristyn Care leading.

Sensex drops 550 points as crude oil prices exceed $90 per barrel
Indian stock markets fell on August 12, 2026, with Sensex down over 550 points and crude oil prices exceeding $90 per barrel due to West Asia tensions.

Books explore psychological roots of emotional exhaustion
Five books discussed on YourStory highlight how perfectionism, unresolved stress, and lack of boundaries contribute to emotional exhaustion in daily life.

Inc42 launches D2C and leadership programs; Eternal spins off AI venture for enterprises
Inc42 introduces hands-on programs for D2C brands and startup leadership.

Chennai gold prices drop by up to ₹136 per 8 grams on August 10
Chennai gold prices declined on August 10, with 22-carat and 24-carat gold dropping by up to ₹136 per 8 grams.

Sensex and Nifty recover after early dip on August 10
Indian stock markets showed recovery on August 10, 2026, after an initial decline. See which stocks gained and what drove the rebound.

D2C Startup Programs by Inc42 & Food Delivery Market Dynamics
Explore Inc42's D2C startup programs in 2026 and the evolving dynamics of India's food delivery market with key insights from Swiggy, Zomato, and Rapido.
