As quick commerce gains traction, fashion ecommerce giant Myntra is reportedly testing a four-hour delivery service in four Indian cities, including Bengaluru and New Delhi.
During the testing phase, the Flipkart-owned entity will offer a limited selection of items to customers, according to TechCrunch sources.
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