Tariq Ahmed

3 weeks ago | logisticsinsider.in | Tariq Ahmed

Shadowfax, a Flipkart-backed logistics startup founded in 2015, has evolved from a hyperlocal delivery player into a tech-driven powerhouse gearing up for a blockbuster Initial Public Offering (IPO) very soon. With plans to raise INR 2,500–3,000 crore at a valuation of INR 5,000–8,000 crore, the company is poised to test the public markets at a time when India’s startup ecosystem is buzzing with IPO fever.

3 weeks ago | logisticsinsider.in | Tariq Ahmed

Imagine this: You’re craving a late-night snack, and within 10 minutes, a bag of chips and a soda arrive at your doorstep. That’s the magic of quick commerce, and it’s rewriting the rules of India’s e-grocery market. A recent report by Bain and Flipkart reveals that in 2024, quick commerce platforms like Blinkit and Zepto claimed over two-thirds of all e-grocery orders, ballooning their market share to $6-7 billion—five times what it was in 2022.

1 month ago | logisticsinsider.in | Tariq Ahmed

In today’s world, consumers don’t just buy products—they demand experiences. A pair of sneakers isn’t enough; they want their sneakers, designed with their colors, patterns, or even their name stitched into the fabric. This shift toward personalization has upended traditional supply chains, exposing their rigidity and slowness. Enter the virtual supply chain—a digitally powered, agile system that’s rewriting the rules of production.

1 month ago | logisticsinsider.in | Tariq Ahmed

As India gears up for the sweltering summer of 2025, Quick Commerce (Q-Commerce) companies—those nimble players delivering groceries, perishables, and essentials in under 30 minutes—are facing a critical challenge: ensuring their cold chains are robust enough to withstand the heat. With temperatures in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai often soaring above 45°C during peak summer, the stakes are high for these businesses to maintain product quality, customer trust, and operational efficiency.

1 month ago | logisticsinsider.in | Tariq Ahmed

Hold onto your chai, folks, because India has officially cemented its place in the annals of futuristic transportation history! On this glorious day of March 16, 2025, we proudly declare that India is home to the world’s longest Hyperloop network. Yes, you heard that right—India has outdone the globe with a jaw-dropping, mind-bending, revolutionary stretch of… wait for it… 410 meters. That’s right, less than half a kilometer of vacuum-sealed, pod-shooting goodness.