Independence Day 2025: Zomato announces free delivery on these orders

Independence Day celebrations are underway across the country. Food delivery platform Zomato has kicked in the celebrations by announcing free delivery on select orders. As revealed by the company and now live on Zomato app, Gold members will get free delivery on orders above Rs 99, which was earlier Rs 199. In addition, Zomato Gold membership is available for Re 1. Zomato’s Independence Day offer is live from August 14 to 17.“By lowering the free delivery threshold for our Zomato Gold members, we aim to make online ordering more rewarding—encouraging customers to enjoy everyday meals while discovering more restaurants,” Aditya Mangla, chief executive of food delivery business Eternal told Economic times. “This change not only offers greater value to our Gold members but also supports our restaurant partners during this important time of year,” he added. Earlier this month, Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal urged India to embrace its potential and become a global superpower following US tariff hikes. His call for self-reliance and ambition resonated widely, sparking discussions on economic reforms and strategic independence. The focus shifted towards strengthening local manufacturing, improving trade policies, and leveraging underutilized sectors like tourism to reduce reliance on external forces.In his statement, Goyal noted that such global "reminders" happen regularly — “a threat here, a tariff there” — all reinforcing the idea that India should "stay in its lane." But instead of reacting with resentment, he urged Indians to respond with ambition. He argued that the only path forward is for India to unapologetically become the largest superpower, not only economically, but also in defense, technology, and self-belief.The sentiment resonated widely, sparking a wave of support across X. One user commented, “It’s not about retaliation, it’s about evolution.” Another said, “We’ve been modest for too long. It’s time to lead.” Goyal’s post was hailed for framing ambition itself as a strategic imperative, an economic philosophy rooted not in dependence or appeasement, but in self-determination.