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Uber’s auto woes in Bengaluru show how archaic systems are obstacle to city’s tech-hub aspirations

Karnataka High Court on 14 October stayed a "ban" imposed by the state transport department on auto rickshaw services provided by app-based aggregators, but capped convenience charges at 10%.

Uber broke laws, covered up violations in ‘chaotic’ global expansion drive, investigation claims

Uber lobbied policymakers, worked with media to influence govts around world, including India, claims investigation by International Consortium of Investigative Journalists

Uber blamed rape by Delhi driver on ‘flawed Indian system of background checks’, finds report

A trove of documents leaked to UK-based The Guardian reveals how the tech giant broke rules while trying to expand to the world.

Uber had ‘explored’ selling its India business but stock market rout squashed those plans

Company spokesperson Ruchica Tomar disputed the idea it had considered retreating from India and said that it was not leaving the country, ‘not even for a minute’.

Uber’s carpool service is back after pandemic-induced hiatus

New York: Uber Technologies Inc. is bringing back its shared ride service after a hiatus during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. The carpool service,...

Drivers cancelling rides top issue for 79% of taxi app users, survey finds

Drivers cancelling rides due to unfavourable destination or non-cash payment is cab app users’ biggest headache, according to a nationwide survey by community platform LocalCircles.

Food delivery, hairdresser, taxi, bank, car service — why all want feedback, all the time

The feedback forms you fill, and star ratings you are pestered for by drivers, delivery personnel and sales staff, have a purpose. They can help you, the personnel and businesses.

Now you can use WhatsApp to book an Uber ride

The partnership allows access to Uber’s services by sending a message to a WhatsApp chatbot, serving Lucknow to start and expanding to more locations in the near future.

A govt health scheme soon for Uber, Ola, Zomato & other gig and platform workers in India

The scheme being firmed up will be funded by the Social Security Fund, where gig companies will have to put aside 1-2% of their annual turnover. 

Modi govt limits app-based cabs’ surge pricing, licence must to operate service

According to road transport ministry notifications, if a driver cancels a booking after accepting a ride without any valid reason, a 10% penalty will be imposed.

On Camera

Aamir Khan and Salman Khan are still dodging and deflecting the age question, 20 yrs later

On the first episode of Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle, Aamir Khan and Salman Khan were confronted with another hypocrisy: age gaps. And they didn't come out looking good.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

With MiG-21’s exit, India’s squadron strength hits 6-decade low. What are IAF’s plans for the Tejas

While the IAF remains committed to the Tejas programme and has placed orders for 180 Tejas Mk1A, the force is eagerly waiting for the Tejas Mk 2 version.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.