The Bharat Taxi app model will also be based on a driver-owned cooperative system, providing drivers with higher income and better working conditions.
His comments sparked wide discussion online, with many users in India expressing pride in the efficiency, while others raised concerns about the pressure and safety of gig workers.
Uber launched its B2B logistics service, Uber Direct, in Bengaluru along with metro ticketing integration for Namma Metro, both powered by the Open Network for Digital Commerce
Many social media users sympathised with the driver, citing the challenges of navigating heavy traffic and long waits.
Police have registered a case against the directors of vehicle aggregator Uber India Systems Pvt Ltd for allegedly violating government regulations following the death of a woman customer riding a bike taxi in the city, officials said on Wednesday.
An Uber ride to a doctor's clinic turned horrendous for a Delhi woman after the driver allegedly physically assaulted her. The woman, Bharati Chaturvedi, called the Uber safety and the Delhi Police but allegedly did not receive any help from either.
A social media user highlighted that a flight from Delhi to Leh costs less than a cab ride from Gurugram to Greater Noida, sparking debate over pricing.
In the post, Ishana reported an incident where a driver from a recent trip allegedly harassed her and caused delays.
Hundreds of cab drivers on Monday staged a major protest outside Uber's head office near Bommanahalli in Bengaluru, accusing the company of discrimination, denial of work, and predatory surge pricing.
The viral video shows that compassion can appear in the smallest, most ordinary gestures, like buying a simple sandwich.
The man reported feeling a 'chill' run down his spine after reading the message from the cab driver about 'murder'.
In the now-viral clip, the man showed the downloaded tutorials to Kushwaha, who was pleasantly surprised by the driver's tenacity to upgrade himself.
Leading companies like Uber and Air India are marking this Children's Day with innovative initiatives aimed at safeguarding and empowering the next generation.
The woman mentioned that the driver also carries a raincoat for the pillion riders in case it starts to rain during the ride.
A video showing a seemingly unending queue of people waiting at an Uber pick-up point at Bengaluru airport has gone viral. Some travellers suggested buses as an alternative, but others were not convinced.
The woman, identified as Janvi, was allegedly stopped from using online taxis (Uber or Ola) and forced to switch to a local taxi, citing "court order".
Nav Shah captioned the video, saying that despite his wealth, business, and legacy, this man is compassionate and purposeful.
A disturbing incident has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread outrage.
An Australian woman shared how an Uber driver looked after her when the cab was stuck in traffic for almost two hours.
Uber Technologies Inc. is setting a goal to eventually have a fleet of 100,000 autonomous vehicles powered by Nvidia Corp. technology, an ambitious move that could help bring down the cost of offering hailable robotaxis to consumers.
Bharat Taxi, India’s first cooperative cab service by the Ministry of Cooperation and NeGD, offers a driver-owned, commission-free alternative to Ola and Uber. Drivers, called Saarthis, keep full earnings and share governance through the Sahakar Taxi Cooperative led by Amul’s Jayen Mehta. Integrated with DigiLocker and UMANG for transparency, it starts a 650-cab p...
The Centre has launched "Bharat Taxi", India's first cooperative taxi service, designed to directly challenge private players such as Ola and Uber.
Indian cricketers Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, and Prasidh Krishna took the internet by storm after the trio took an Uber ride in Adelaide.
Earlier this month, over half of the flight delays in the US were linked to staffing shortages, according to the US Transportation Secretary.
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Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' directive came into force across the national capital on Thursday amid claims of strict enforcement
The air quality in many cities of Uttarakhand, often seen as a refuge by those looking to briefly escape the poor to severe AQI in Delhi-NCR and surrounding regions, has seen a dip in the past week.
A blanket of haze enveloped Delhi on Thursday, reducing visibility across the city as air pollution worsened, with the 24-hour average AQI in the 'very poor' category with a reading of 373, up from 334 a day earlier, according to official data.
At the Delhi Gate petrol pump, NDTV found the notification on the rule prominently displayed across every fuel dispensing aisle, but no transport or enforcement officials were present.
A senior oncologist explains why in India, where the cancer burden continues to rise, these advancements carry heightened importance.
A thick layer of toxic smog enveloped the Delhi-Noida border at the DND Flyway on this hazy Thursday morning, with air quality plunging into the 'hazardous' category at the nearby Chilla border, recording an AQI of around 490.
Delhi Air Pollution Live Updates: Amid mounting concern over toxic air quality in the national capital, the Delhi government has announced a fresh set of steps to rein in pollution in the national capital.
Indian cricket witnessed a rare and bizarre event on Wednesday. An international match - the India vs South Africa 4th T20I in Lucknow - was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to excessive fog

