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A new food delivery hack is circulating online, where customers order a cheap item on Zomato/Swiggy and then call the restaurant for a larger, offline order. This aims to bypass app markups and commissions. However, many restaurants refuse, and the savings are often minimal, making the effort questionable for many users.

Two food delivery boys faced harrowing experiences overnight. In Jabalpur, a 20-year-old was stabbed and robbed of Rs 800 by three assailants. Meanwhile, in Bhopal, another delivery executive was assaulted and had his mobile phone stolen by three individuals, one of whom was a minor. Police in Bhopal apprehended the suspects with local help.

An untouched food delivery outside a flat in Madurai became a lifeline for an 83-year-old man. Alert neighbours noticed the delivery remained outside all day. They called for help after their calls went unanswered. Firefighters broke into the flat and found the man unconscious in the bathroom. He received immediate aid and was rushed to the hospital.

Bengaluru's Suraj Biswas, a former food delivery partner, defied expectations by teaching himself to code and build an AI startup. His venture, Assessli, focuses on personalized tools for decision-making and productivity. This journey highlights how earning opportunities combined with self-directed learning can empower individuals to forge their own futures, proving that persistence can indeed build the future.

Bengaluru salaries appear high but everyday costs quickly add up. An Amazon engineer shares his monthly spending. Rent in Marathahalli is a major expense. Groceries, fuel, and food delivery also contribute significantly. Fitness and utilities are fixed costs. This breakdown reveals a common Bengaluru financial reality. Disciplined spending allows for savings. The month's finances often begin with rent.

An Indian woman in Portugal highlighted everyday Indian conveniences she now misses. She noted the ease of home deliveries for groceries and medicines, rapid service for urgent tasks, and fast delivery culture. Access to doctors and local transport were also easier in India, as was finding affordable household repairs, a 'repair culture' she values.

Amazon's annual Prime Day sale is moving to June 23-26 in the US, a first since 2021, influenced by the FIFA World Cup and US Independence Day. This four-day event aims to boost online spending, with a significant focus on groceries and household essentials as Amazon expands its rapid delivery services to compete with rivals.

Honest Reveira, a vegetarian restaurant chain, is suing Honesty Foods, a meat delivery company. Honest Reveira claims the similar names and labels cause confusion among its pure vegetarian customers. This confusion allegedly harms its reputation and customer trust. The court has issued a notice to Honesty Foods. A further hearing is scheduled for June 8.

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