The company, started in a garage for e-books, doesn't need any introduction. It  is the biggest in fashion apparels and accessories  seller in America. In India, though Amazon made its debut only in 2013, it has made a large impact in the electronics, mobiles and books segment. In others, including fashions, it is low, but the growth is encouraging.







Paytm is one of India's online mobile payment and commerce platforms. It started with online mobile recharge and payments, and today it has an online marketplace.







Not to be left behind the Tata group are also in to the online business. They offer all that others in this line are in. Their strength is their group companies who have the technology to back them. Of course, they will come up with some unique marketing strategies to make an impression.

News & Views:

Cricket:

BCCI has appointed Bharat Arun as bowling coach as recommended by the team coach Ravi Shastri.

Earlier, Ravi Shastri was appointed as the team coach after Anil Kumble resigned before completion of his contract period, reportedly due to tiff with the captain.

The CAC had minimal role to play in these appointments making it almost redundant. 

BCCI will appear more forthright if, in future, it appoints the support staff directly in consultation with the captain. Only, BCCI must have more senior test players.

ITC:

ITC fell by about 13% in the stock market. The reason given was, high GST on tobacco.

ITC is a well diversified company. Already it has shifted its core business from tobacco based products. So, not withstanding the ratings/comments, the fall will be only temporary. It will only benefit due lower net taxes on food and confectioneries.