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Delhi govt to set up welfare board for gig workers, frame schemes

Delhi labour minister Kapil Mishra on Friday said the government will constitute a welfare board for gig and platform workers and frame schemes for their welfare. Mishra chaired a meeting with gig workers and representatives from major platforms and aggregators, including Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, Uber, UrbanClap, and BigBasket, said an official statement. The session provided a platform for gig workers to voice their concerns directly to the government and aggregators. They highlighted pressing issues such as long working hours, inadequate payments, and the absence of an effective grievance redressal system, which have long impacted their livelihoods, it said. "All these problems will be addressed with the cooperation of platforms and aggregators. The government will constitute a welfare board for gig and platform workers and will frame schemes for their welfare," he said. He also assured the platforms and aggregators that they will not face harassment from inspectors or any other

BluSmart drivers look to join other platforms, but struggle with costs

With high joining costs and daily rentals payable, former BluSmart drivers say they simply can't afford joining most other platforms

Uber CEO tells staff to return to office or leave amid new workplace rules

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi backs return-to-office push, says employees who are unhappy with new workplace policies are free to leave as changes take effect

Evera Cabs bets on BluSmart EVs to drive Rs 100 crore revenue in FY26

Company targets 1,000 fleet, 39,000 customers in its expanded June run

Uber shares dip as Q1 revenue misses expectations amid slow growth

Uber has struggled to match the high growth from the post-pandemic quarters and is also contending with lower ride prices with some customers seeking cheaper transport options

Delhi High Court dismisses RCB's plea against Uber ad with Travis Head

The Uber ad in question shows cricketer Travis Head spray-painting 'Royally Challenged' over 'Bengaluru' on a 'Bengaluru vs Hyderabad' display board inside a cricket stadium

Gensol-Blusmart crisis: Founders kill the biz; long live the brand

The BluSmart story is not a one-off. India has witnessed several such instances in the past-brilliant brands or products built from scratch, only to be undone by mismanagement or greed

Sebi investigation into BluSmart likely to slow Uber's EV push in India

Uber's EV ambitions in India are focused on accelerating the shift to zero-emission mobility, with a goal of electrifying every ride on its platform by 2040

Electric ride-hailing co BluSmart halts cab bookings amid Gensol crisis

Sources also confirmed that the Uber and BluSmart deal is being re-evaluated

Uber's rumoured tie-up with BluSmart to achieve green goals under a cloud

Given both customer and driver dissatisfaction with Uber, partnering with BluSmart's EV fleet would augment both Uber's EV cab strength, as well as help it on its mission to zero-emission by 2040

Heading to the cricket match? Uber's free fan shuttle has Delhi-NCR covered

Ride hailing service Uber has launched free fan shuttles across Delhi-NCR to ferry cricket lovers to Arun Jaitley Stadium on match days, making travel easier

Mumbaikars top Uber's forgetful list, leave behind gold biscuits, hair wig

Mumbai overtakes Delhi as 'most forgetful city' in Uber's 2024 Lost Index. From wedding sarees to 25 kg of cow ghee and a telescope, riders left behind some truly unique items

Uber introduces 'Uber for Teens' for safe and supervised transport

The update has been launched across 37 cities in the country, including metros such as Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune and Chennai, among others

Govt to launch 'Sahkar' taxi to benefit cab drivers: All you need to know

Amit Shah said the profits from this cooperative society will not go to businessmen but directly to the drivers

Ola, Uber drivers in Hyderabad begin 'No AC' protest today. Here's why

Cab drivers in Hyderabad have launched a 'No AC' protest today, demanding fairer fares from Ola, Uber, and Rapido to offset rising fuel and maintenance costs

Uber introduces AI-powered helmet selfies to boost two-wheeler rider safety

The new safety feature for 'Uber Moto' includes AI-powered helmet selfies for drivers as well as in-app helmet 'nudges' for riders

Uber partners with Refex Green Mobility to deploy 1,000 EVs by 2026

Ride-hailing app Uber on Tuesday said it has tied up with Refex Green Mobility to deploy 1,000 electric vehicles across key cities by 2026, furthering its efforts to boost electric vehicles on its platform. The collaboration aligns with Uber's global objective of providing 100 per cent emission-free rides by 2040, the company said in a statement. The deployment will see electric four-wheelers onboarded onto the Uber platform across Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, it added. "Uber is committed to accelerating the shift to zero-emission mobility in India, and this partnership with Refex eVeelz is a significant step in that direction," said Aditya Kapoor, Head, Supply and Electrification, Uber India and South Asia. The company remains focused on removing barriers to EV adoption and driving the transition to a greener future through partnerships to build a sustainable future for all, he added. "This collaboration, in addition to our currently existing B2B as well as B2C ...

No pets left behind: Uber Pets expands to Delhi, Mumbai for friendly rides

Available both on-demand and as a reserve option, Uber Pet offers riders the choice to book a ride instantly or plan in advance

Uber adopts 'zero-commission model' for autorickshaw drivers in India

Uber said it will now only connect users with nearby drivers and will suggest a fare but the final amount would be decided by the driver and the rider

Uber's lower Q1 bookings forecast, Q4 profit miss drag down shares

Its total revenue of $11.96 billion also surpassed analysts' average estimate of $11.77 billion