“As and when things materialise, we will increase our presence. We are expanding into Lucknow and Chandigarh by the end of this month,” Rohit Gupta, vice chairperson of Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd (STCL), told Business Standard exclusively. While STCL is the organisation’s name, Bharat Taxi is its consumer-facing platform or brand. …
India’s startup and financial ecosystem is witnessing a wave of transformation—marked by global expansion, regulatory innovation, consolidation in edtech, and macroeconomic volatility. From mobility startups entering Europe to regulators tightening digital safeguards, each development signals a deeper shift in how India is positioning itself in the global economy. MTI’s Global Leap: Taking India’s Mobility Model…
Moving Tech Innovations (MTI), the company behind India’s leading open mobility platforms such as Namma Yatri, Yatri Sathi, Bharat Taxi, and Chennai One, announced on Thursday the acquisition of Netherlands-based mobility firm Automicle Holding BV. The acquisition marks Moving Tech’s entry into Europe, extending India’s proven, zero-commission, community-led mobility model internationally, and reinforcing its…
Lucknow: Bharat Taxi (Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited) has launched its driver app in Lucknow.The app allows taxi and auto drivers, referred to as ‘Sarathis’, to register on the platform and start receiving ride requests. It also enables them to track their earnings and manage their work more effectively.Bharat Taxi follows a zero-commission model, allowing drivers…
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Bengaluru, March 21: In a major relief to citizens, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has announced a One Time Settlement (OTS) scheme offering a complete waiver of interest on pending water bills, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said on Friday. The scheme, introduced as an Ugadi special initiative, will be implemented for…
Tumakuru: A 59-year-old Assistant Director of the Social Welfare Department, identified as Mallikarjun, allegedly died by suicide in his office in Pavagada town, Tumakuru district, raising serious allegations of workplace harassment. Mallikarjun, who had served in the department for three years and was nearing retirement, reportedly recorded a video message before his death, which has…
Bengaluru: In a significant push towards sustainable waste management, a bio-methanisation plant in Koramangala is scaling up operations by utilising wet waste collected from residents to produce biogas, Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy said. The project, originally launched in 2018 with a capacity to process 8 tonnes of wet waste per day, has now been expanded…
Welcome to BharatFast. BharatFast is a leading digital news portal focused on business, finance, startups, founders, CEOs, and entrepreneurship. Our mission is to inspire and empower individuals in Bharat to start businesses, become influencers, and drive innovation. By providing insightful news, success stories, and expert advice, BharatFast aims to accelerate the growth of entrepreneurs and…
Welcome to BharatFast. BharatFast is a leading digital news portal focused on business, finance, startups, founders, CEOs, and entrepreneurship. Our mission is to inspire and empower individuals in Bharat to start businesses, become influencers, and drive innovation. By providing insightful news, success stories, and expert advice, BharatFast aims to accelerate the growth of entrepreneurs and…