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  Uber for Teens launches in India: Safe rides for teenagers with parental control

  Technology | April 03, 2025 22:50 IST

  With Uber for Teens, parents can now ensure their children travel safely and independently, making it a game-changer for family transportation in India.

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  Will Ola, Uber, Rapido suspend bike taxis in coming weeks? Here's what Karnataka HC said

  Karnataka | June 26, 2025 9:02 IST

  The Karnataka High Court has ordered the suspension of bike taxi services within six weeks, rejecting petitions from Ola, Uber, and Rapido seeking approval to operate two-wheelers as transport vehicles.

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  How Central govt's 'Sahkar Taxi', a cooperative-based ride-hailing service, will benefit drivers

  Explainers | March 27, 2025 17:42 IST

  Amit Shah clearly mentioned that the 'Sahkar Taxi' has been designed to benefit drivers directly. The initiative will allow cooperative societies to register two-wheelers, taxis, rickshaws, and four-wheelers without intermediaries taking a cut from drivers' earnings.

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  Hyderabad cab drivers boycott airport trips over ‘unfair’ aggregator fares

  Hyderabad | March 11, 2025 23:54 IST

  Cab drivers in Hyderabad have launched a boycott of airport trips facilitated by aggregator apps, citing low fares and high commissions as key concerns. The union has called on the government to intervene and enforce fair pricing policies across platforms.

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  Uber introduces new safety feature in India, designed to provide teenagers with secure rides

  Apps | March 04, 2025 18:17 IST

  Uber has introduced a new safety feature for teenagers in India. This feature adds an extra layer of security for parents or guardians when teenagers book a ride. Parents can track the ride in real-time.

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  Uber users alert: Payment method for these rides changed - All you need to know

  Business | February 19, 2025 13:23 IST

  Uber users alert: According to the company, the decision will ensure that 100 per cent of your payments for the trip go directly to the auto driver.

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  Kerala woman claims Uber driver sent her 'creepy' messages, shares screenshots; Uber responds

  Trending | February 13, 2025 14:28 IST

  A Kerala woman's disturbing encounter with an Uber driver has sparked outrage after she shared screenshots of his 'creepy' messages. Scroll down to read further.

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  Chennai: Uber, Ola drivers to go on indefinite strike from today, cab services to face disruption

  Chennai | February 01, 2025 7:03 IST

  Chennai: The last fare revision took place in 2013, when the minimum fare was fixed at Rs 25 for 1.8 km. However, it may be recalled that the government-mandated fares have not been adhered to by Chennai auto drivers and have remained only on paper.

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  Government issues notice to Ola, Uber for showing differential pricing

  Apps | January 23, 2025 16:12 IST

  The government has issued a notice to Ola and Uber after numerous posts on social media went viral, showing different prices on various smartphones. The government has sought details on factors influencing these prices.

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  Delhi man reveals Uber's pricing algorithm, claims fare varies based on phone type and battery

  Trending | January 20, 2025 20:49 IST

  Know about the shocking truth behind Uber's pricing algorithm. A Delhi man's experiment reveals that fares may vary based on phone type and battery life. Learn how your device could be affecting your ride costs.

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  Uber launches women-only bike service in Bengaluru: Check its objectives and other details

  Karnataka | December 12, 2024 18:24 IST

  Uber said that this on-demand two-wheeler service connects female riders with female drivers and is designed to address women’s safety and mobility needs. Uber Moto Women has been developed based on feedback from women riders and drivers, it added.

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  Uber launches India's first shikara ride on Dal Lake in Srinagar: Here's how to book

  Jammu and Kashmir | December 02, 2024 13:58 IST

  Uber Shikara: Named as Uber Shikara, the limited-period service is designed to enhance the tourism experience while promoting grassroots economic opportunities for shikara drivers in Jammu and Kashmir.

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  Rahul Gandhi highlights plight of gig workers, shares Uber ride experience | WATCH

  India | August 20, 2024 7:22 IST

  Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, emphasised the need for concrete policies to address their struggles, promising that Congress-led states would take action, with the I.N.D.I.A bloc ensuring nationwide implementation.

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  Bengaluru woman's monthly Uber bill exceeds 16k, surpassing half of her home rent | SEE PIC

  Trending | July 26, 2024 16:45 IST

  Bengaluru's high cost of living exposed as woman's Uber bill exceeds half her rent. Viral post sparks debate on city's expenses and transportation woes.

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  Uber becomes first to get aggregator licence under Delhi premium bus scheme

  Business | May 20, 2024 18:25 IST

  Uber has become the first company to receive an aggregator licence from the Delhi Transport Department to operate buses under the Delhi Premium Bus Scheme. The official launch of Uber Shuttle follows a successful pilot program that showed significant demand for bus services in Delhi.

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  Uber bans 'Swastika' Chandra from using its services as it calls her first name 'offensive'

  World | April 21, 2024 17:45 IST

  The "swastika" is an ancient symbol that appears in many Indian, Eurasian, African, and American cultures. However, in the West, it is more commonly known as a symbol of the German Nazi Party.

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  Karnataka: Ola, Uber, city taxis to now have standardised fares | Check latest rates

  Karnataka | February 04, 2024 22:42 IST

  According to an order released by the state Transport Department, the fares for app-based cab aggregators as well as city taxis would be uniform and the new fares would be applicable across the state with immediate effect.

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  Delhi welcomes Uber Green, an environmentally friendly EV service

  Technology | February 04, 2024 17:12 IST

  Riders will be able to see the ‘Uber Green’ option in their application when they open the application to book their rides. The ‘Uber Green’ was displayed at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2024, visited by Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry.

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  Riders first! Uber new tool cracks down on unfair drivers. Here's how it will work

  Technology | November 14, 2023 18:40 IST

  The newly added in-app Review Center will let the drivers and couriers know why their account was deactivated. This notification will enable them to make a request for an additional review of the decision and give them the chance to share further information like video and audio call recordings.

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  Why do uber drivers cancel rides? A 70-year old driver gave the answer

  Technology | November 06, 2023 19:45 IST

  A 70-year-old Uber driver shared how he ignored the company’s policy and made huge financial benefits by cancelling the rides.