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'All India Breakdown': Ola, Uber, Rapido drivers to go on strike today; here's why

Feb 07, 2026, 09:07 AM IST

The strike has been publicised as an 'All India Breakdown' and is intended as a mark of protest.

All India Breakdown: Why are Ola, Uber, Rapido drivers going on strike, list of demands, the Nitin Gadkari connection and more

Feb 06, 2026, 12:44 PM IST

Cab drivers strike on February 7: The nationwide protest has been dubbed as the "All India Breakdown" and drivers are likely to switch off their ride-hailing apps simultaneously.

‘All India breakdown’: Ola, Uber, Rapido drivers to go on nationwide strike on February 7, say unions

Feb 05, 2026, 10:18 PM IST

The unions have demanded that minimum base fares be fixed for all app-based transport services, including cabs, autos, bike taxis and other aggregator-led services.

'Sarathi hi malik': How Bharat Taxi debut aims to disrupt ride-hailing economics

Feb 05, 2026, 08:14 PM IST

What sets Bharat Taxi apart is its operating model. Unlike conventional ride-hailing platforms that typically charge drivers commissions ranging from 20% to 30% per ride, Bharat Taxi follows a zero-commission structure.

All About Bharat Taxi: Govt-Backed Rival To Ola, Uber & Rapido | Amit Shah Shares Details

Feb 05, 2026, 07:48 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has announced the launch of Bharat Taxi, a government-backed mobility platform positioned as an alternative to private ride-hailing giants like Ola, Uber and Rapido. The initiative is based on a cooperative earnings model aimed at improving driver income while expanding affordable last-mile connectivity. The platform is expected to integrate 2-wheeler, 3-wheeler and 4-wheeler taxi services, along with the Sarathi Didi feature focused on women safety and employment. The move signals a major shift in India’s app-based mobility space, with institutional partnerships and a profit-sharing structure designed to benefit driver partners directly.

Bharat Taxi goes live in Delhi today: Govt-backed app promises cheaper rides as against Uber, Ola

Feb 05, 2026, 10:58 AM IST

The app will be formally launched at 3 pm on February 5, 2026, by Union Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah, marking the start of a nationwide rollout planned in phases

Karnataka High Court lifts bike taxi ban, quashes Siddaramaiah govt decision

Jan 23, 2026, 01:13 PM IST

The government had imposed a blanket ban in June last year, declaring bike taxi platforms illegal due to the absence of a regulatory framework.

Bharat Taxi app begins operations in Delhi-NCR: Is it really cheaper than Ola and Uber?

Jan 06, 2026, 05:50 PM IST

We compared the cab prices of the new Bharat Taxi app with Ola and Uber.

Delhi govt backs private EVs as shared taxis to cut emissions, boost mobility

Jan 03, 2026, 03:19 PM IST

This initiative, discussed during a meeting attended by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, representatives from automobile manufacturers, and aggregator firms such as Ola, Uber and Rapido, is expected to help reduce vehicular emissions, improve air quality,.

New Year gift for Delhi: Bharat Taxi app to launch Jan 1; promises stable fares, higher driver pay

Dec 18, 2025, 04:16 PM IST

The platform aims to provide relief to commuters who frequently face steep fare hikes on private aggregators such as Ola and Uber, particularly during peak hours and adverse weather conditions.

'Order's at your door in 6 minutes': US entrepreneur finds Swiggy, Blinkit better than Uber Eats, leaves Internet divided

Dec 11, 2025, 05:13 PM IST

During a recent trip to India, Blunt said he was surprised when Swiggy and Blinkit delivered an order to him in just 6 minutes.