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Inc42 — Startup and funding newsTrade press3 h ago
Credit, payments & interestExports, imports & dutiesImportant

E-commerce festive season squeezes seller margins with higher fees, penalties

Amazon and Flipkart have revised cancellation penalties and logistics fees ahead of the festive season, impacting seller margins. Flipkart charges flat fees for delays and cancellations, while Amazon links penalties to order value. Rising logistics costs add to the burden.

Why it matters

Textile and apparel sellers on e-commerce platforms should factor in higher cancellation fees and logistics costs when planning festive season inventory and pricing.

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Inc42 — Startup and funding newsTrade press13 h ago
Credit, payments & interestGlobal marketsImportant

E-commerce platforms hike fees, penalties ahead of festive season

Amazon and Flipkart have increased penalties for late dispatches and cancellations, along with new fees on every order. Delhivery has also added a surcharge for D2C brands. These changes impact sellers, especially those handling low-value orders, amid rising production and fulfilment costs.

Why it matters

Textile and apparel sellers on e-commerce platforms should review their dispatch timelines and cost structures to avoid penalties.

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SGCCI — News & eventsIndustry body2 days ago
Surat marketExports, imports & duties

SGCCI hosts UK-India business networking event in Surat on 27 Oct 2026

SGCCI, in collaboration with the UK Department for Business, will host a business and investment networking reception in Surat on 27 October 2026. The event aims to explore UK-India trade opportunities and investment partnerships.

Date
27 Oct 2026
Time
11:30 AM IST
Venue
6th Floor, Sanhati Building, SIECC, Campus, Sarsana, Surat
Organiser
SGCCI in collaboration with UK Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST)
Event details

Why it matters

Surat textile traders and manufacturers should attend to explore UK export opportunities and cross-border partnerships.

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SGCCI — News & eventsIndustry body19 Oct
Textile policy & schemesFOSTTA, SGCCI & industry bodiesImportant

SGCCI MSME Conclave 2026: Policy updates, dispute resolution & export opportunities

SGCCI’s MSME Conclave on 23 Oct 2026 in Surat will cover MSMED Act 2026, online dispute resolution, Gujarat industrial policy incentives, and export opportunities. Key speakers include officials from MSME-DFO and Gujarat government.

Date
23 Oct 2026
Time
9:30 AM Onwards
Venue
Platinum Hall, SIECC Campus, Sarsana, Surat
Organiser
SGCCI
Event details

Why it matters

Textile MSMEs should attend to understand new compliance rules, subsidies, and export schemes; register early as seats are limited.

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SGCCI — News & eventsIndustry body18 Oct
Exports, imports & dutiesFOSTTA, SGCCI & industry bodies

SGCCI Authorized to Issue Certificate of Origin for Exporters

SGCCI is authorized by the Ministry of Commerce to issue Certificates of Origin, helping exporters comply with import rules and qualify for preferential tariffs under free trade agreements.

Why it matters

Exporters should obtain Certificates of Origin from SGCCI to avoid delays and additional costs in international shipments.

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SGCCI — News & eventsIndustry body18 Oct
FOSTTA, SGCCI & industry bodiesExports, imports & duties

SGCCI offers visa recommendation letters for business travel

The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) provides visa recommendation letters to its members to simplify and expedite the visa application process for international business travel.

Why it matters

Textile traders and manufacturers planning overseas business trips should obtain a visa recommendation from SGCCI to streamline their visa applications.

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