Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said that bike taxi drivers will be required to hold a valid driving licence under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and a public service vehicle badge under the Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
Uber announced a new set of safety features for its ride-hailing platform in India at an event held in New Delhi on Monday. As per the company, the new features improve emergency response, reduce distractions while driving, and offer users greater control over trip verification. The first two, Record My Ride and Ambulance Assistance, are aimed at improving safety for ...
According to her claim, the situation became more serious when the driver sent an abusive message through Uber's in-app chat feature.
Sam Altman-led OpenAI on Friday named Singh as its Managing Director for India, making him the company's top executive in the country as it deepens investments and doubles down on the India gameplan
Prabhjeet Singh recently served as president of Uber India and South Asia.
American woman stranded in Delhi is helped by a kind stranger who offers shelter and assistance.
he shared several incidents from her trip that, according to her, reflected the warmth and generosity of people she met during her stay.
In the caption of her Instagram video, the woman mentioned that people in India consistently go out of their way to help others.
Smaller fleet owners may face challenges due to the new Haryana EV law because electric vehicles still involve higher upfront costs, say experts.
Mumbai Woman Alleges Uber Driver Assaulted Her Over ₹40 Toll Dispute
Green SM cabs will use VinFast electric vehicles for its operations in India with an aim to offer affordable electric mobility.
In eight years after leaving his secure job at ISRO, where he earned Rs 75,000 a month, Chandana, along with his cofounder Naga Bharath Daka, has created a company now valued at Rs 1,500 crore.
The state's cyber department has written to Apple and Google.
The Maharashtra government clarified that a ban on only bike taxi services was being imposed.
Khosrowshahi travelled from the Delhi Secretariat to Jor Bagh using the metro, swapping corporate meetings for a commute on the city's transit network.
Ahmedabad, May 13 (IANS) Ride-hailing major Uber is setting up its first data centre in India in partnership with the Adani Group as the country rapidly emerges as a major innovation hub for the company, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said on Wednesday.
Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu will spearhead India's challenge as the shuttlers shift focus back to individual glory after the country's bronze-medal finish at the Thomas and Uber Cup.
Lakshya Sen endured a tough loss but Ayush Shetty and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty registered wins as 2022 champions India notched up a commanding 4-1 win over Canada.
India's men's and women's teams are set to begin their campaigns at the Thomas Cup and Uber Cup Finals 2026, with the spotlight firmly on the opening day in Horsens, Denmark.
This case showcases the importance of inclusivity in everyday services like Uber, a firm that has taken steps to support drivers with disabilities.
The extensive measures to attract young voters to polling booths include possible discounts by coffee houses.
Lakshya Sen, fresh from his All England runner-up finish, will spearhead India's challenge in the Thomas Cup, while former world champion PV Sindhu and rising star Unnati Hooda will lead the women's team in the Uber Cup next month.
Drivers are demanding that passengers be verified using Aadhaar or other valid ID to curb assaults and threats.
India qualified for the 2026 Thomas Cup through their position in the BWF men's team rankings following the Badminton Asia Team Championships. The women's team also secured their Uber Cup berth via the world rankings.
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Dr Bhuvan Chugh explains how hidden environmental toxicants cause lung cancer in young non-smokers. Here is how fine air pollution triggers hidden mutations.
Long before the tournament began, FIFA had made big promises of its own. Under its official targets, FIFA pledged to halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2040.
The researchers propose that inhaled micro- and nanoplastics may hitch a ride with these particles, crossing the delicate air sacs of the lung, called alveoli, and entering the bloodstream far more readily than previously thought.
Delhi government directs schools to conduct year-long activities educating students on air pollution causes and health impacts.
Delhi approves Rs 9,585 crore scheme to replace 2.07 lakh old commercial vehicles with cleaner alternatives.
After nearly 25 years of treating chest diseases, he says the seasonal rise is expected. What continues to concern him is that many patients still delay seeking medical care, often arriving only after their condition has become much more serious.
Apart from bringing down temperatures, the rainfall also improved Delhi's air quality, which is usually at high pollution levels. The Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at a 'satisfactory' 61 at 9 am.
Delhi EV policy: From 1 April 2028, only new electric two-wheelers will be registered in Delhi.

