The e-commerce sector grew by 8 percent in 2020 and 30 percent in 2021. It is now poised to reach $111 billion by 2024 and $200 billion by 2026. The stellar growth in this sector has provided the much-needed impetus to the economy and created a multitude of employment opportunities. Over the year, the demand was high for roles like supply chain management, warehouse roles, support services, and customer service management.

The extraordinary general meeting (EGM) of InterGlobe Aviation (the parent of IndiGo), the country's largest low-cost airline, concluded Thursday. The result of the EGM is expected to arrive in two days. Meanwhile, IndiGo CEO Rono Dutta has said while the Omicron variant has softened future bookings, the company is on its way to recovery.

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) tweeted that the due date for furnishing annual return in form GSTR-9 & self-certified reconciliation statement in form GSTR-9C for the financial year 2020-21 has been extended from December 31 to February 28.

In an interview with CNBC-TV18, Aneel Gambhir, CFO, Blue Dart, mentioned that the company has seen good recovery post the second wave of COVID. He explained that the current quarter has been good as well and since Omicron hasn't been as severe globally, its impact is likely to be low on the business.