An Esya Centre report warns that extending GST liability to subscription-based ride-hailing platforms like Rapido could reduce driver earnings and passenger demand. New Delhi, Jul 02 (PTI) Extending GST liability to subscription-based ride-hailing platforms such as Rapido and Bharat Taxi could reduce driver earnings, curb participation and weaken passenger demand, an Esya Centre report said….
Uber introduces new safety features: ”Record My Ride” for encrypted in-cab video and Ambulance Assistance for quick medical support during trips. Enhancing rider and driver safety. New Delhi, June 30 (PTI) Ride-hailing platform Uber on Tuesday announced new safety features, including ‘Record My Ride’ that enables drivers to record encrypted in-cab video within the Uber…
Amit Shah launches Bharat Taxi, India”s first driver-owned ride-hailing platform, in 14 Gujarat cities. Offers zero-commission, surge-free rides & driver benefits. New Delhi, Jun 26 (PTI) Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will on Saturday launch Bharat Taxi, India’s first driver-owned ride-hailing platform, across 14 major cities in Gujarat, with the government targeting a state-wide rollout…
Ola Consumer is now cash flow positive and profitable, while rivals Rapido and Uber reportedly burn over Rs 100 crore monthly. Learn about Ola”s strategy shift. New Delhi, Jun 7 (PTI) Ola Consumer has turned free cash-flow positive and achieved profitability, widening the gap with rivals that continue to spend heavily to gain market share…
Ola Consumer is now cash flow positive and profitable, while rivals Rapido and Uber reportedly burn over Rs 100 crore monthly. Learn about Ola”s strategy shift. New Delhi, Jun 7 (PTI) Ola Consumer has turned free cash-flow positive and achieved profitability, widening the gap with rivals that continue to spend heavily to gain market share…
IIM Indore to study teenage cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, exploring factors behind child prodigies’ success and challenges. Indore, Jun 2 (PTI) After impressing the cricket world with his explosive batting, teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who won a record-breaking five awards in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, will now be at the centre of a…
NCRTC invites bids for commercial spaces at Sarai Kale Khan Namo Bharat station. Enhance commuter facilities & urban hubs. Apply by June 17! New Delhi, May 22 (PTI) The National Capital Region Transport Corporation has invited bids for licensing commercial spaces at the Sarai Kale Khan Namo Bharat station on the Delhi-Meerut corridor as part…
Bharat Taxi, a cooperative cab service, is launching in Jaipur next month. Affordable, safe transport & driver empowerment are key. Jaipur, May 21 (PTI) The country’s first cooperative model-based cab service, Bharat Taxi, is likely to be launched in Jaipur next month. The proposed service aims to provide affordable and safe transport options to commuters….
Maharashtra Transport Minister orders police to shut down unauthorized bike taxi apps like Ola, Uber & Rapido. Legal action against operators. Mumbai, May 12 (PTI) Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Tuesday directed the cyber crime department of the police to shut down unauthorised bike taxi apps of aggregators such as Ola, Uber and Rapido,…
Ola Consumer achieves free cash flow positive in H2 FY26 after restructuring. Focus on ride-hailing, subscriptions, and new revenue streams. New Delhi, May 8 (PTI) India’s oldest cab aggregator, Ola Consumer, has turned free cash flow positive in the second half (H2) of FY26, according to people familiar with the matter. The development comes as…