Zomato’s profit isn’t trickling down to its delivery partners

The food delivery platform recorded a profit for a fourth straight quarter in March. Yet, its delivery personnel have seen no respite from slogging long hours for slim pickings.

30 May, 20241 min
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Zomato’s profit isn’t trickling down to its delivery partners

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