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Following earlier union-backed apps like Namma Yatri and Nagara, the Federation of Karnataka State Private Transport Associations — which represents 65 transport associations across the state — is now launching its own ride-hailing app.

Quick Ride launches cab pick-up point at Bengaluru airport

The launch comes at a time when passenger commute at Bengaluru airport has worsened following the exit of BluSmart and Refex eVeelz

Bengaluru Metro to onboard ONDC next month, apps can soon offer seamless travel

This move will enable commuters to experience a seamless journey — with first and last-mile connectivity via auto rickshaws and cabs, and middle-mile travel via Metro — through a single open network.

Doctor recounts close call with 'fake' Ola cab driver at Bengaluru airport: 'almost got trafficked, raped, looted'

The Ola driver did not ask the woman for an OTP at Bengaluru airport, a necessary verification step for Ola rides, and instead insisted she input her location into his map.

'Don't call bhaiya; put attitude in pocket': Cab driver puts up 6 blunt rules for passengers

While the intent seems to be ensuring mutual respect, several of these points left online commenters amused and questioning the nuances behind the driver's message.

Auto, cab unions call for strike, services likely to be hit in Delhi on August 22, 23

According to the Delhi Auto Taxi Transport Congress Union, the drivers' earnings have taken a hit after app-based aggregators such as Ola and Uber reduced commission

EV ride-hailing firm BluSmart Mobility to raise $25 million in pre-series B funding

In December of 2023 the platform secured $24 million in equity round in addition to raising long term and sustainable EV asset funds worth USD 200 million, backed by leading development financial institutions.

Namma Yatri pilots taxi-hailing service in Bengaluru

While the official launch is expected next week, some of the riders Moneycontrol spoke to say they were able to book cabs on Namma Yatri for rides within Bengaluru

Taxi driver threatens GoaMiles passengers to cancel Rs 300-ride, take local cab for Rs 1,000 instead

The Goa government had launched the GoaMiles app in 2018. Since then, those registered with the app have faced the brunt of the taxi mafia.

IAMAI opposes Karnataka govt's flat cab rates, bats for dynamic pricing

In a letter addressed to Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy, IAMAI stated that dynamic pricing is beneficial for both drivers and customers, ensuring fair compensation and improved services

Will cab aggregators implement Karnataka government's new fare structure? Stakeholders divided

Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy told Moneycontrol that the government will implement it, but it is still unclear how it will ensure the app-based cab aggregators follow the revised fare structure.

Karnataka government revises cab fares, including Ola & Uber

Transport department has announced a uniform fare structure for all cabs, including those operated by Ola and Uber, by categorising vehicles into three classes based on the cost of the vehicle.

Karnataka to bring in e-cabinet system, hold paperless meetings

Several states, including Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh and Tripura, have recently implemented e-cabinet systems.

inDrive launches freight service in Delhi-NCR, 2 other cities

The California (US)-based cab aggregator said it has made its India market debut after recognising the immense potential and demand for efficient and cost-effective freight transportation services in the country.

CEO resigns after bank transferred Rs 9,000 crore to Chennai cab driver by mistake

'Though I still have about 2/3rd of a term to go, for personal reasons, I have decided to resign as managing director and CEO of the bank,' the resignation letter read.

The K'taka Transport Department and app-based auto aggregators are in loggerheads again: Here's why

The Karnataka High Court had given 15 days time to the state government, regulators, and cab aggregators to work out a fair pricing mechanism. The next hearing was adjourned to November 7

Karnataka govt warns cab aggregators of action if autorickshaw services not dropped by tomorrow

The state government had on Thursday issued a notice to Ola, Uber and other taxi aggregators for violating the Karnataka On-demand Transportation Technology Aggregators Rule 2016 by illegally operating autorickshaws and overcharging from the customers.

Ola, Uber and Rapido reduce base fares in Karnataka after state govt intervenes

The decision to increase the base fare to Rs 60 has been reversed by the auto and cab aggregators.

Former J&K DGP, deputy CMs in attendance for pro-CAA rally in Jammu

Many senior leaders of the BJP including two former deputy chief ministers -- Nirmal Singh and Kavinder Gupta -- and former director general of police S P Vaid also attended the pro-CAA rally at Parade area in the city.

Rahul Gandhi has no knowledge of CAA : Nadda

Nadda threw the challenge at Rahul Gandhi at a mammoth rally here of booth-level presidents of BJP in Assam.

BJP and allies in 2020 | Will bonds strengthen or tensions rise?

In 2020, the BJP will have to focus on cobbling up alliances in states, projecting popular regional faces and tackling internal problems well ahead of time.

Anti-CAA protests: BJP questions Rahul's 'silence' on vandalism

Nadda also questionned Rahul Gandhi's "limited intellect and knowledge" about the new citizenship law and dared him to speak "even ten lines" on its provisions.

People living in unauthorised colonies cheated again: Kejriwal

Kejriwal made the allegation quoting media reports, which said the BJP would register properties of only a few families in unauthorised colonies.

Congress misleading Muslim community on CAA: Union Minister Joshi

The Citizenship Amendment Act was all about giving citizenship to six religious minorities of the three Islamic Republics of Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan and not take away the citizenship of anybody in India, he told a press conference here.

'My name is Khan & I am an Indian': Placard at protest in central Delhi

Several AIIMS doctors wearing stethoscope around their neck also assembled at the site where the protesters sang patriotic songs and recited poems.