‘Bharat’ enters ride-booking scene with no driver commissions, surge pricing

Operating as a prepaid, cashless platform under the Narayanihiti Trust Operating as a prepaid, cashless platform under the Narayanihiti Trust, NemBharat is expected to include cabs, auto-rickshaws, bike taxis, and possibly additional ride categories. This launch comes soon after Bharat Taxi, which offers an 80-20 revenue sharing model, but takes things further by cutting out…

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Bharat Taxi Partners with AAI to Launch Surge Free Airport Services

Bharat Taxi Partners with AAI to Launch Surge Free Airport Services

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) signed a key agreement with Bharat Taxi to improve last-mile connectivity at select airports. The partnership focuses on providing fair pricing, reliable service, and better passenger experience. This move also supports cooperative-based business models and aligns with national development goals. AAI-Bharat Taxi MoU Airports Authority of India signed a…

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No surge, no cut: Bharat Taxi puts drivers in the front seat

No surge, no cut: Bharat Taxi puts drivers in the front seat

For over a decade, India’s ride-hailing story has followed a familiar arc with deep discounts, rapid expansion, growing dependence and rising discontent. Drivers have protested shrinking earnings, users have complained about surge pricing and cancellations, and platforms have quietly recalibrated their models under regulatory and financial pressure. On Thursday, the government-backed Bharat Taxi officially entered…

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No Surge, Lower Fares & Drivers As Owners: All About Bharat Taxi, India's New Ride-Hailing App | Explainers News

No Surge, Lower Fares & Drivers As Owners: All About Bharat Taxi, India’s New Ride-Hailing App | Explainers News

Last Updated:February 05, 2026, 15:44 IST Bharat Taxi operates on a cooperative ownership model where each driver on the platform (Sarathi) holds shares in the cooperative, giving them a stake in the business The app will be available on both Android and iOS, and can book different vehicle types from autos and bike taxis to…

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Does Price Stability Beat Surge Pricing?

Does Price Stability Beat Surge Pricing?

Bharat Taxi has launched operations in Delhi NCR, entering a ride-hailing landscape dominated by Uber and Ola. Backed by a cooperative model and supported by the Ministry of Cooperation, the platform positions itself around predictable pricing, capped commissions, and improved earning visibility for driver partners. The launch adds a third dimension to NCR’s urban mobility…

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