FLIPTALES
This Father’s Day, get up-close-and-personal with these fathers at Flipkart – Meet the #FlipkartSuperDads
On Father’s Day, we celebrate fatherhood with four #FlipkartSuperDads! In a series of interviews, we speak to these fathers at Flipkart who are voyaging through different life-stages of parenting, to get perspective on how they’ve embraced becoming a dad.
How Flipkart’s Project EVA empowers women Wishmasters
For some customers in Bengaluru who shopped on Flipkart in 2016, opening the door to receive their deliveries became an experience to remember. In an innovative move that brought gender equality, women’s empowerment and equal opportunity to the doorstep, these customers discovered that their orders were delivered by a woman Wishmaster (delivery executive). A confident woman dressed in a t-shirt and trousers handed over their wishes, with a smile and a sparkle in her eye. This is the story of Flipkart’s Project EVA, an innovation that aims to empower women in the supply chain industry by proving that no workplace and no job description is an all-male bastion.
Is Flipkart a good place to work? No way! It’s a great place to work, says LinkedIn
Culture eats strategy for breakfast, observed Peter Drucker. For the second year in a row, as Flipkart takes the top position on the LinkedIn list of the top companies to work for in India, here’s a look at Flipkart’s DNA and what makes it tick
Renuka Khandelwal, Flipkart’s first woman engineer, raises a toast to equality and respect
Renuka Khandelwal walked into an all-male engineering team in 2010. Flipkart’s first woman engineer reflects on the excitement of startup life and that core Flipkart value of R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
Vinoth Poovalingam, the Flipkart fresher who built eKart
In 2010, an inexperienced B-school graduate built the foundation of Flipkart’s game-changing outbound logistics organization. Vinoth Poovalingam, who took eKart from the drawing board to reality, reflects on the excitement of his roller-coaster ride as a Flipster
Travelling back to the future with Flipster Akshaya Shetty
In July 2011, Akshaya Shetty made a decision that was to change her life. She joined Flipkart, a small, enthusiastic e-commerce venture that was quickly expanding its footprint in India. However, between then and now a different story has transpired in Akshaya’s life, which was marked by changes when she stepped back into Flipkart for a second time in 2014. In Akshaya’s own words, this is what the transformation looked like.
CUSTOMER STORIES
This gang of Wasseypur gets its thrills from shopping online
In quest of big tales from small-town India, Flipkart Stories ventures nervously to Wasseypur. In this coal town made darker by Anurag Kashyap’s films, we found Digital Indians hungry for more than just Bollywood and bullets
For these overjoyed Flipkart customers, No Cost EMI = No Stress EMI!
What’s the big deal about No Cost EMI? Why do Flipkart customers swear by it? We spoke to customers across India to see why they had chosen to pay via this innovative financing option pioneered by Flipkart. And we came away with glimpses into lives and peeks into these redeeming and humbling human stories
In Asansol, Flipkart customers innovate to beat delivery woes
The map of Digital India is ever expanding to accommodate the spread of e-commerce, but not without its share of growth pangs. In Asansol, West Bengal’s second-largest city, suburban customers find unique solutions to overcome last-mile delivery hurdles
How high-spending Indian women in metros found a friend in Flipkart
The modern Indian woman: uncompromising, quality-conscious, aware. Running her own business, running the house, running a company — she’s always on the move. Saving on time and money, she’s taken to the Internet when it comes to shopping, but what makes her choose Flipkart time and again? We spoke to the highest spenders from Indian metros who’ve found a friend in Flipkart to get the answer, and bring you a slice of their inspiring lives.
In Makhu, Punjab, Flipkart steps into a new customer’s shoes
During Big Billion Days 2016, a young man in Makhu, Punjab shopped online for the first time and ordered a pair of sneakers. Flipkart Chairman Sachin visited the village of Joge Wala to meet this new Flipkart customer and deliver the shoes in person. Read this extraordinary story
Flipkart’s most loyal customers explain why they keep coming back
What keeps Flipkart customers loyal? A good first impression. Finding an avenue to pursue a passion. Getting a great deal. Finding that one thing they were looking for. These are some of the positive experiences that keep customers coming back to Flipkart. From Meerut to Mumbai, Allahabad to Kolkata, the most loyal customers speak out about their Flipkart journey. Laced with recollections and joyful anecdotes, this is a story of unwavering faith in one of India’s most loved homegrown brands.
SAFE SHOPPING TIPS
Flipkart product returns process – How it works and what you need to keep in mind
This simple guide will help you understand how the Flipkart product returns process works, making your shopping and returns experience smooth and convenient
Fake reviews on Flipkart? Read this before you believe them
Are fake reviews and false ratings being used to promote products sold on Flipkart? Who posts fake reviews? While shopping on Flipkart, how can you differentiate between reviews left by genuine customers and fake reviews planted by scamsters? Read this article to learn more about which reviews to trust
Are fake products sold on Flipkart? Here are the authentic answers
Is there any truth in the ongoing online debate over Flipkart selling fake products ? Have you taken any serious effort to understand the real facts behind these claims? Find the answers right here.
Does Flipkart sell fake perfumes? Your questions answered
Are you concerned about fake perfumes on Flipkart? This Q&A will address your worries and help you shop with confidence for the fragrance brands that you love
How to track your Flipkart order
Wondering what’s happening with your Big Billion Days purchase? Here’s an easy guide to help you track your order
Follow these tips before buying big furniture online
Concerned about buying big furniture online? Follow these useful tips and suggestions for worry-free shopping
LATEST IN MOBILES
Moto C Plus – the heavy duty budget phone #OnlyOnFlipkart
Moto is one of the brands that packs a surprise in every single launch and they have just pulled out another bunny from the hat. The Moto C Plus, an online Flipkart exclusive in India has created quite a buzz in the past few months. It is one of the most affordable smartphones from the Moto stable that combines class-leading configuration and a slick design. We got our hands on this new, uber-cool Moto and here’s what got us excited.
Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus – Raising the bar in performance and design
With stylish finish, outstanding features, and a performance that outlasts all others, two of the most anticipated smartphones of 2017 have finally arrived. Introducing the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus.
The master of all Moto devices – the Moto G5 Plus is here!
Have you been hearing the buzz and wondering #WhatsWithTheGs? Gear up, because Motorola, one of the most popular smartphone brands in India, has launched one of their best devices yet—the Moto G5 Plus. This #FlipkartExclusive phone offers one of the most exciting and revolutionary Android experience of 2017! Here’s what you can look forward to.
Best Android camera smartphones of 2017 – Leave your old camera at home
Whether you click for your travel diaries, shares on social media or to keep a record of special moments, photographs are one of the most treasured records of our life. If you love quality photography, but loathe the idea of blurry pictures and bulky cameras, read ahead. We have narrowed down on five of the best Android camera smartphones for 2017 that you can buy right now, right on Flipkart.
Top Made in India smartphones that you can buy on Flipkart
As India makes leaps and bounds in the global sphere, conquering industry and space with equal fervor, our rapid strides in technology are no different. We bring you a list of top feature-packed, purebred smartphones manufactured in the country. So let’s put on our saffron and green hats, and take a look at the top Made in India smartphones that Flipkart has on offer!
Redmi Note 4 is a fully loaded smartphone with a budget price tag
A slick design and plenty of specs without breaking the bank. That’s the Redmi Note 4. We tell you why this budget smartphone can give other smartphones in the sub 15k category a run for their money.
TALES OF INNOVATION
#BIG10Innovation – Solve Bengaluru’s Traffic woes w/ Sridhar Pabbisetty & Utkarsh B
#BIG10Innovation – Solve Bengaluru’s Traffic woes w/ Sridhar Pabbisetty & Utkarsh B
Ahead of the Gridlock Hackathon finale, Flipkart Stories hosts a special edition of the #BIG10Innovation Tweetchat on “Tech Solutions for Bengaluru’s Traffic Woes”. Mark the date – June 27, 2017 at 3 pm IST. Our panelists are Sridhar Pabbisetty, CEO of Namma Bengaluru Foundation, and Utkarsh B, Principal Architect, Flipkart. Tweet your questions on Bengaluru’s traffic governance issues to Sridhar (@psridharp) and your tech-related questions to Utkarsh (@eutkarsh) with the hashtag #BIG10Innovation. The 3 best questions from participants and the 3 best answers to the panelists’ questions win prizes from Flipkart.
Customer-inspired Innovation – #BIG10Innovation Tweetchat with Ram Papatla and Ranjith Boyanapalli
Customer-inspired Innovation – #BIG10Innovation Tweetchat with Ram Papatla and Ranjith Boyanapalli
Submit your questions for the #BIG10Innovation tweetchat on Customer-inspired Innovation with Ram Papatla – Vice President, Product Management at Flipkart and Ranjith Boyanapalli – Vice President of Product at Flipkart, on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. The 3 best questions and the 3 best answers win Flipkart vouchers.
How Flipkart is redefining the post-delivery experience with Jeeves
How Flipkart is redefining the post-delivery experience with Jeeves
Jeeves is no new name to most of us. For decades the knowledgeable and profound butler from the adventurous tales of P G Wodehouse has hooked the imagination of readers by the funny bone. But for Flipkart, Jeeves is no laughing matter. It is perhaps one of the greatest customer innovations that India’s largest online marketplace had pioneered during its game-changing course over the last decade. To be more precise, Jeeves Consumer Services Pvt Ltd is Flipkart’s very own product repair and after-sales service capability, designed to deliver customer smiles beyond the point of delivery. How? We unveil the story.
Applied Innovation Challenges – #BIG10Innovation Tweetchat with Amar Nagaram
Applied Innovation Challenges – #BIG10Innovation Tweetchat with Amar Nagaram
Submit your questions for the #BIG10Innovation tweetchat on Applied Innovation Challenges with Amar Nagaram, Vice President of Engineering at Flipkart, on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. The 3 best questions and the 3 best answers win Flipkart vouchers
Gridlock Hackathon – Ideate, innovate and solve Bengaluru’s traffic woes with Flipkart
Gridlock Hackathon – Ideate, innovate and solve Bengaluru’s traffic woes with Flipkart
Flipkart invites entries from smart innovators for the Gridlock Hackathon, a unique event that brings together sharp minds, cutting-edge research and technology solutions to Bengaluru’s traffic snarls
Tweetchat – ‘Building An Innovation Culture’ with CTO Ravi Garikipati, June 6
Tweetchat – ‘Building An Innovation Culture’ with CTO Ravi Garikipati, June 6
Join the live tweetchat with Ravi Garikipati, Flipkart CTO, and address your questions on “Building An Innovation Culture” at the @FlipkartStories #Big10Innovation Tweetchat at 3 pm on June 6, 2017