CCI orders probe against Amazon, Flipkart over discount practices

Fair trade regulator Competition Commission of India, CCI has ordered a probe against Flipkart and Amazon for alleged malpractices, including deep discounting and tie-ups with preferred sellers. The order follows a complaint filed by Delhi Vyapar Mahasangh, whose members comprise many traders dealing in smartphones and related accessories. The traders' body accused the e-commerce firms of anti-competitive practices like preferential listing, exclusive tie-ups and private labels. In its ...