Ola, Uber, Rapido autos 'illegal' in Bengaluru: Here's why their services will stop in three days
2 years, 2 months ago

Ola, Uber, Rapido autos 'illegal' in Bengaluru: Here's why their services will stop in three days

Firstpost  

The decision has been taken by the Karnataka transport department after several commuters registered complaints with them over Ola and Uber charging a minimum of Rs 100 even if the distance is below two kilometres Bengaluru: Karnataka transport department on Thursday, 6 October, issued notices to ride-hailing platform Ola’s parent company, ANI Technologies, along with Uber and Rapido, calling their autos illegal. The state transport department sought to stop the services of the three-wheelers in three days and asked the vehicle aggregators to submit a report. The Karnataka transport department’s decision comes after several commuters registered complaints with them over Ola and Uber charging a minimum of Rs 100 even if the distance is below two kilometres. Here’s what the Department notice says As per the department’s notice, all three vehicle aggregators have to stop services of autos at the earliest not to charge passengers in taxis more than the fare prescribed by the government.

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Uber plans shuttle bus services on Bengaluru’s ORR to ease traffic woes: Report
1 week, 1 day ago

Uber plans shuttle bus services on Bengaluru’s ORR to ease traffic woes: Report

Hindustan Times  

Uber is in discussions with the Karnataka government to secure regulatory clearance for launching its shuttle bus service in Bengaluru, following its success in cities like Kolkata and Delhi. Abhishek Padhye, Uber India and South Asia’s Head of Regional Business Operations told the publication that Uber’s shuttle service has been well-received in Kolkata and Delhi and that the company is …

Uber keen on launching shuttle services in Bengaluru after Delhi, Kolkata and Hyderabad. What's stopping them?
1 month ago

Uber keen on launching shuttle services in Bengaluru after Delhi, Kolkata and Hyderabad. What's stopping them?

Hindustan Times  

The cab aggregator Uber aims to launch bus shuttle services in Bengaluru to improve the mobility conditions in the tech capital. After launching the idea in Delhi, Kolkata and Hyderabad, Uber is now looking to enter Bengaluru with a similar idea of ferrying large numbers of people from one place to another. In an announcement, Uber said, “The mass-transit mobility …

Bengaluru Traffic Police collect ₹30.57 lakh in fines from delivery riders in crackdown: Report
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Traffic Police collect ₹30.57 lakh in fines from delivery riders in crackdown: Report

Hindustan Times  

In a major enforcement drive, the Bengaluru Traffic Police registered nearly 6,000 cases against e-commerce delivery personnel on Monday for violating traffic rules. Other notable offenses included 1,260 instances of vehicles parked in no-parking zones, 671 cases of no-entry zone violations, and 523 riders without helmets. ‘Embrace public transport’ Recently, Bengaluru Traffic police urged citizens to embrace public transport as …

Taking Ola, Uber at Bengaluru airport? Get ready to wait for hours — Here’s the reason
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1 month, 1 week ago

Taking Ola, Uber at Bengaluru airport? Get ready to wait for hours — Here’s the reason

Live Mint  

Long queues outside Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport are a common site. The caption to the post states, “A long line of passengers has formed inside the Bengaluru Airport terminal, all waiting to secure a taxi. Social media reaction Reacting to the viral video, a user suggested, “Instead of waiting an hour, passengers can use the KIAL airport bus service and …

Bengaluru airport passengers wait for hours outside taxi stands. Why there is a shortage of cabbies?
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru airport passengers wait for hours outside taxi stands. Why there is a shortage of cabbies?

Hindustan Times  

Getting a taxi from Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport has become a herculean task for air passengers as there has been a shortage of vehicles for the number of customers. Long lines at dedicated taxi stands outside Bengaluru airport terminals are irking passengers as waiting time for a taxi is extending up to more than an hour. The taxi scene is …

Bengaluru sees 5,168 complaints against auto drivers in 2024 amid rise in disputes: Report
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru sees 5,168 complaints against auto drivers in 2024 amid rise in disputes: Report

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru city has been witnessing increasing instances of disputes between auto rickshaw drivers and passengers, with complaints about overcharging and cancellations on the rise. The Bengaluru Traffic Police reported a significant increase in grievances, receiving 20-25 calls daily related to auto rickshaw issues, according to a report by The Hindu. READ | Bengaluru police arrest auto driver who allegedly slapped …

Why auto-taxi drivers are furious with Uber and Ola but not Rapido
4 months ago

Why auto-taxi drivers are furious with Uber and Ola but not Rapido

India Today  

If you’re living in Delhi or the NCR and struggling to book an Ola or Uber today, you’re not alone. Kishan Verma, president of the Delhi Auto Taxi Transport Congress Union, says the protest is driven by high commissions and allegations of unethical activities by private Ola and Uber bike taxi drivers, including involvement in alcohol, drug, and smuggling trades. …

Bengaluru auto driver suspended after techie claims he abused, threatened him, demanded extra cash
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru auto driver suspended after techie claims he abused, threatened him, demanded extra cash

Hindustan Times  

A Bengaluru resident recently narrated a troubling encounter with an Ola driver in the city. In a social media post, he recounted that he had been abused by the auto driver, who demanded extra money for the ride. Please send us the CRN number of your ride and your email ID via Direct Message so we can investigate this issue …

Bengaluru Woman Claims Ola Driver Abused Her For Not Paying Extra: 'A Harrowing Experience'
5 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Woman Claims Ola Driver Abused Her For Not Paying Extra: 'A Harrowing Experience'

News 18  

In major cities like Delhi and Bengaluru, many people rely on app-based cab bookings for their day-to-day commute. I had a very harrowing and unsettling experience with my @Olacabs booking today in BangaloreI had booked an Ola Auto which showed a fare range of Rs 347-356 for a ~25km journey — Tanisha Mallya July 10, 2024 She recalled, “When I …

Over 1500 auto drivers registered in Bengaluru's Nagara app within a month: Report
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Over 1500 auto drivers registered in Bengaluru's Nagara app within a month: Report

Hindustan Times  

After Namma Yatri’s resounding success, another local mobility app, especially tailored for auto rickshaws, made an entry into Bengaluru. The app Nagara Metered Auto roped in a few auto drivers from the city and promised its customers that they would operate with meter fares. Over 1500 auto drivers registered in Bengaluru's Nagara app within a month According to a report …

Bengaluru airport reverses controversial fee structure for vehicles entering premises after public backlash: Report
7 months ago

Bengaluru airport reverses controversial fee structure for vehicles entering premises after public backlash: Report

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport recently caused a stir with its proposed fee restructuring, requiring private and commercial vehicles to shell out cash for accessing airport premises. This backtrack occurred mere hours after the initial announcement that travel to and from the airport would incur additional expenses starting from Monday. The intended implementation of this new fee structure was slated for …

Ola, Uber start subscription based plans for auto drivers: What changes for you? Will rides be cheaper?
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ola, Uber start subscription based plans for auto drivers: What changes for you? Will rides be cheaper?

Hindustan Times  

Ride-hailing platforms Ola and Uber are offering subscription based plans for auto-rickshaw drivers on their platforms, This will replace charging a booking fee or commission on every transaction. Ola has rolled out the model in Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad while Uber launched the same in six cities starting with Chennai, Kochi and Visakhapatnam, Economic Times reported citing people in …

Bengaluru user shocked by Uber’s exorbitant prices for short city trip!
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru user shocked by Uber’s exorbitant prices for short city trip!

Live Mint  

Bengaluru, known for its notorious traffic, has once again made headlines as an Uber user expressed shock at the exorbitant prices for a short trip within the city. The incident unfolded when a user named Rajesh Bhattad shared a screenshot on a microblogging site, revealing that Uber was showcasing prices nearly ₹2,000 for a ride from Kempegowda International Airport to …

Uber, Ola will have to fall in line as Karnataka govt fixes uniform fare for taxis
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Uber, Ola will have to fall in line as Karnataka govt fixes uniform fare for taxis

Hindustan Times  

City taxis and those operating through app-based aggregators like Uber and Ola will now have to follow the new fare structure announced by the Karnataka Transport Department. According to the new fare structure, cabs have been categorised into three classes based on the cost of the vehicle. With this new order released by the department on Saturday, fares for app-based …

Karnataka fixes uniform fare for taxis including Uber, Ola: Check new fares
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka fixes uniform fare for taxis including Uber, Ola: Check new fares

Live Mint  

The Karnataka Transport Department announced new fare structure for city taxis and those operating through app-based aggregators like Uber and Ola on Saturday. As per the new order released by the department, fares for app-based cab aggregators, as well as city taxis, would be uniform. Karnataka: What's new fare structure for taxis According to the new fare structure, cabs have …

The promise of heli-taxi as a congestion-killer: Can it take off again?
1 year ago

The promise of heli-taxi as a congestion-killer: Can it take off again?

The Hindu  

Five years ago, when the city’s first heli-taxi service lifted off from the Kempegowda International Airport, it was billed as Bengaluru’s ultimate congestion-killer. Heli-taxi rides to and from the city’s main airport by operator Thumby aviation were suspended for a reason in May 2019: The helipad used for the service had to make way for the airport’s massive expansion drive …

‘Cauvery or Carpooling…’: Netizens angered by Bengaluru RTO’s latest ban
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Cauvery or Carpooling…’: Netizens angered by Bengaluru RTO’s latest ban

Live Mint  

The Karnataka Government announced a ban on car pooling in the state's capital city Bengaluru, in keeping with the demands of taxi driver associations. Karnataka Government's transport department advised residents of Bengaluru not to take rides from the carpooling apps like BlaBla car, Quick Ride among others. Ride-hailing apps like BlaBla Car, Quickride, Rideshare, Commute Easy, and Carpool Adda have …

Ola goes all electric, restarts bike taxi services with S1 scooters in Bengaluru
1 year, 3 months ago

Ola goes all electric, restarts bike taxi services with S1 scooters in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Cab aggregator firm Ola cabs has announced their operations of electric bike taxis in Bengaluru, starting from Saturday. Ola has earlier operated bike taxis in Bengaluru, but this is the first time for the Indian cab aggregator to operate electric bike taxis. Ola’s S1 electric scooters will be on the road as bike taxis in Karnataka’s capital. Ola goes all …

Explained | Will Karnataka Govt’s ride-hailing app help drivers and commuters?
1 year, 4 months ago

Explained | Will Karnataka Govt’s ride-hailing app help drivers and commuters?

The Hindu  

Story so far With a surge in grievances voiced by taxi and auto drivers against private ride-hailing platforms, Karnataka’s Minister of Transport Ramalinga Reddy recently announced a plan by the State Transport Department to create its own taxi and auto booking application, similar to that of private cab aggregators. Mr. Reddy told The Hindu, “We have decided to develop an …

Bengaluru Uber Ride Showing Fare To Be Just Rs 6 Has Desis Wondering, 'Is That a Bug?'
1 year, 4 months ago

Bengaluru Uber Ride Showing Fare To Be Just Rs 6 Has Desis Wondering, 'Is That a Bug?'

News 18  

Bengaluru frequently presents itself as a city where the cost of living tends to be notably higher compared to other cities in India. Stories about landlords demanding substantial sums from tenants and auto-rickshaw drivers inflating fares crop up on the internet almost every day. However, a recent incident involving an Uber ride in the IT Capital of India revealed a …

Ban on 2-wheelers, autos on Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway begins
1 year, 4 months ago

Ban on 2-wheelers, autos on Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway begins

The Hindu  

August 01, 2023 02:57 pm | Updated 11:23 pm IST - Bengaluru The ban on two-wheelers, autos, tractors, non-motorised vehicles, multi-axle hydraulic trailer vehicles, and quadricycles from the main carriageways of the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway from August 1 began with diversions and fines. When The Hindu visited the expressway on Tuesday, the NHAI and police personnel were diverting slow-moving vehicles towards …

Bengaluru man says Ola auto driver cancelled ride, then demanded extra fare
1 year, 4 months ago

Bengaluru man says Ola auto driver cancelled ride, then demanded extra fare

Hindustan Times  

Many people regularly use the services of ride-hailing companies to commute from one place to another. The post about an Ola auto in Bengaluru trying to charge extra has irked netizens. “Got down at Bangalore City station -> booked an Ola auto -> auto walla called me near him -> cancelled the auto and said sir 100 extra do what …

Bengaluru auto driver cancels ride to charge extra from a man; story goes viral on internet
1 year, 4 months ago

Bengaluru auto driver cancels ride to charge extra from a man; story goes viral on internet

India TV News  

Fares have been increasing day by day and so have the demands of the people as well. In a world where tweets go viral in the blink of an eye, recently where a Mumbai-based CEO’s revelation of paying Rs 100 for a 500-meter distance gained attention. Now another such incident is going viral on social media, where an individual shared …

Mumbai CEO charged ₹100 for 500 mt auto ride in Bengaluru, Twitterati responds
1 year, 4 months ago

Mumbai CEO charged ₹100 for 500 mt auto ride in Bengaluru, Twitterati responds

Hindustan Times  

The ‘costly’ auto rides in Bengaluru raked up a discussion on Twitter once again after the Mumbai CEO shared his experience in the city. Mumbai CEO charged ₹ 100 for 500 mt auto ride in Bengaluru, Twitterati responds Natekar also called the auto meter as the most ‘ornamental’ thing inside the auto. I refused to pay and decided to walk …

We are cracking down on auto drivers charging excessive fares: Bengaluru police
1 year, 5 months ago

We are cracking down on auto drivers charging excessive fares: Bengaluru police

Hindustan Times  

The excessive auto fares issue in Bengaluru has raked up once again after a financial influencer complained about the exorbitant price he paid for an auto in the IT capital. In a response to his tweet, Bengaluru police said that they are now cracking down on auto drivers who are charging fares above the meter. We are cracking down on …

Peak Bengaluru moment: Pic of IndiGo aircraft goes viral; Here's why
1 year, 5 months ago

Peak Bengaluru moment: Pic of IndiGo aircraft goes viral; Here's why

Hindustan Times  

In yet another “peak Bengaluru” moment, a picture of an IndiGo airlines aircraft went viral on social media sites, catching the eyes of Bengaluru residents and amusing the internet all over again. The quirky message read, “Common ramp for founders and their funders.” This resonated with a horde of social media users, as the IT hub has become synonymous with …

Controversies surrounding bike taxis refuse to die in Bengaluru
1 year, 7 months ago

Controversies surrounding bike taxis refuse to die in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Bike taxi services made their debut on Bengaluru roads in 2015-16. Auto and taxi drivers who were in financial distress induced by the pandemic opposed bike taxi services vehemently as they are directly competing with them and eating into their revenue. M. Manjunath, president, Adarsh Auto and Taxi Drivers’ Union, said that for years bike taxis in the State were …

Ola, Rapido, Uber bike taxi services are banned in Delhi by government. 5 points
1 year, 10 months ago

Ola, Rapido, Uber bike taxi services are banned in Delhi by government. 5 points

Live Mint  

Delhi government in a decision has decided to ban bike taxi services provided by Ola,Uber and Rapido in the national capital stating that it was a violation of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, which would make aggregators liable for a fine of ₹1 lakh. Here is why the government decided to ban bike taxi services in Delhi: The Delhi Transport …

Ola, Uber, and Rapido bike taxi banned in Delhi with immediate effect, transport dept says rules not followed
1 year, 10 months ago

Ola, Uber, and Rapido bike taxi banned in Delhi with immediate effect, transport dept says rules not followed

India Today  

Uber, Ola and Rapido bike taxi services have now been banned in Delhi, which might come as a big surprise to many. The Delhi Transport Department has issued a public notice to these ride sharing companies to put a stop to bike taxi services with immediate effect. It has come to light that that bike taxi service provided by Uber, …

After HC cap: Uber may restrict auto services in parts of Bengaluru
2 years, 1 month ago

After HC cap: Uber may restrict auto services in parts of Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Uber India is considering limiting the auto services in some parts of Bengaluru as running the business may turn unviable due to the Karnataka high court’s temporary orders to cap the commission charged by the aggregator at 10%, an Uber spokesperson said on Tuesday. Uber said the commission it charges is used to cover costs of value-added services On October …

Uber plans to limit auto services to select areas in Bengaluru citing non-viability
2 years, 1 month ago

Uber plans to limit auto services to select areas in Bengaluru citing non-viability

The Hindu  

Citing that 10% commission cap is not financially sustainable, taxi aggregator Uber is contemplating to limit auto services in selected parts of Bengaluru where the service is viable. In the face of these commission caps, we may have to make the difficult decision to limit Uber Auto to select parts of Bengaluru where the service is viable. This will hurt …

Karnataka High Court allows Ola, Uber, Rapido to offer autorickshaw services by collecting 10% additional charge on fares fixed by government
2 years, 2 months ago

Karnataka High Court allows Ola, Uber, Rapido to offer autorickshaw services by collecting 10% additional charge on fares fixed by government

The Hindu  

The High Court of Karnataka allowed app-based transport technology aggregators — Ola, Uber and Rapido — to levy 10% additional charge over and above the fares fixed by the State Government, and the applicable GST, for offering autorickshaw services through their platforms till the government fixes fares as as per the law. Also, the court directed the State Government not …

Try for Consensus on Autorickshaw Fares, Karnataka HC Tells State Govt, Cab Aggregators
2 years, 2 months ago

Try for Consensus on Autorickshaw Fares, Karnataka HC Tells State Govt, Cab Aggregators

News 18  

The Karnataka High Court on Thursday directed the state government and cab aggregator services to explore the possibility of working out a consensus on autorickshaw fares to be charged through Ola and Uber. The state Transport Department had banned the cab aggregator services from providing autorickshaw services to the public, citing the high fares being charged. The state government and …

Taxi aggregators in Bengaluru continue auto services overlooking Transport Department order
2 years, 2 months ago

Taxi aggregators in Bengaluru continue auto services overlooking Transport Department order

The Hindu  

Taxi aggregators in Bengaluru have yet again overlooked the order of the Transport Department by continuing auto services via their mobile apps. Following written responses from them, the department held a meeting on Tuesday and again notices were issued to stop the auto services with effect from Wednesday and apply for licences. The commissioner said among the aggregators, Uber has …

Auto drivers’ unions demand that Karnataka Transport Department launch its own app
2 years, 2 months ago

Auto drivers’ unions demand that Karnataka Transport Department launch its own app

The Hindu  

Amidst the ongoing tussle between the Transport Department and app-based transport aggregator companies, auto drivers on Tuesday expressed a united stand against the app-based auto aggregators for allegedly exploiting the customers as well as drivers. Under the umbrella organisation of the Bengaluru Auto Drivers’ Unions and the Welfare Associations’ Federation, they demanded that the Transport Department should blacklist illegal apps …

Bengaluru: Auto-Rickshaw Services Not Discontinued by Ola and Uber Despite Govt Order
2 years, 2 months ago

Bengaluru: Auto-Rickshaw Services Not Discontinued by Ola and Uber Despite Govt Order

News 18  

The mobile app-based cab aggregators Ola and Uber have continued to show auto-rickshaw services on their mobile applications in Bengaluru, despite the state government’s order to ban them. The Transport Department officials, too, remained tight-lipped on why these companies were showing auto-rickshaw services on their applications and not paying heed to the government order. Meanwhile, auto-rickshaw drivers turned up to …

This Bengaluru cab service welcomes ban on autorickshaws by cab aggregators
2 years, 2 months ago

This Bengaluru cab service welcomes ban on autorickshaws by cab aggregators

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government has barred app-based cab aggregators from offering auto rickshaw services after allegations drivers were overcharging customers by crossing the state's fare cap. MYn management also wrote to the state government and thanked it for launching an inquiry into the alleged overcharging. On Thursday the Karnataka transport department issued an order that said regulations had been violated by …

K\'taka warns cab aggregators of action if autorickshaw services not dropped by Monday
2 years, 2 months ago

K\'taka warns cab aggregators of action if autorickshaw services not dropped by Monday

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: With taxi aggregators including Ola and Uber unrelenting to the Karnataka government's direction to stop autorickshaw services under its domain with immediate effect, the state transport department has warned that the enforcement will start from Monday. The state government had on Thursday issued a notice to Ola, Uber and other taxi aggregators for violating the Karnataka On-demand Transportation Technology …

Karnataka govt directs Ola, Uber to stop auto-rickshaw services
2 years, 2 months ago

Karnataka govt directs Ola, Uber to stop auto-rickshaw services

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: The Karnataka government has directed the app-based cab aggregators to stop their ‘illegal' autorickshaw hailing services in the city with immediate effect, citing violation of norms. The Karnataka State Road Transport Authority issued a notice to the companies on Thursday, in which it stated that the cab aggregators have been allowed to run the internet-based application taxi aggregator services …

Karnataka Govt Could Ban Ola, Uber and Rapido Over Exorbitant Fares, Issues Notice
2 years, 2 months ago

Karnataka Govt Could Ban Ola, Uber and Rapido Over Exorbitant Fares, Issues Notice

News 18  

Karnataka Transport Department has issued notices to Ola, Uber and Rapido to immediately stop their auto services on complaint against exorbitant charges levied to customers. But, cab aggregators are allegedly charging Rs 100 as minimum fare and a large number of people have raised complaints against it. Meanwhile, Bengaluru Autorickshaw Drivers Union plans to launch a mobile app – ‘Namma …

Rapido, Ola, and Uber Autos Illegal in Bengaluru – Services To Discontinue Soon
2 years, 2 months ago

Rapido, Ola, and Uber Autos Illegal in Bengaluru – Services To Discontinue Soon

The Quint  

Karnataka Transport Department has declared the Ola, Uber, and Rapido auto services illegal, following which the services will be discontinued soon in Bengaluru. According to the Transport Department of Karnataka, the auto services provided by Rapido, Uber, and Ola are illegal under On-Demand Transportation Technology Act 2016 and must be stopped with immediate effect. According to people, the auto drivers …

Here is what to do if Bengaluru auto drivers ask for high fare for short rides
2 years, 2 months ago

Here is what to do if Bengaluru auto drivers ask for high fare for short rides

Hindustan Times  

The complaint can also be filed if auto drivers refuse a ride during their duty timings. It is not very often you can avoid an argument with auto drivers in Bengaluru on fares they end quoting for short rides, which may seem exorbitant. When a user complained of an auto driver demanding a high fare, a post on the official …

Ola, Uber slapped with 292 cases in Bengaluru for charging excess fare: Report
2 years, 3 months ago

Ola, Uber slapped with 292 cases in Bengaluru for charging excess fare: Report

Hindustan Times  

Cab aggregators Ola, Uber and others have come under the radar of the Karnataka Transport Department officials after several complaints poured in from commuters in Bengaluru on high fares. Transport department officials in Karnataka have taken cab aggregators to task by booking them under 292 cases for charging excess fares. A report by The Hindu said the transport department has …

Excess fare: Transport Department officials file 292 cases against Ola, Uber in Bengaluru
2 years, 3 months ago

Excess fare: Transport Department officials file 292 cases against Ola, Uber in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Amidst complaints of taxi aggregators charging exorbitant fares, the Transport Department on Friday carried out a drive against Ola, Uber and other operators. The drive was carried out at various places such as Anand Rao Circle, Majestic, KSR-Bengaluru railway station, Jayanagar bus stand, Hennur cross road, Devanahalli road near Kempegowda International Airport and others. Long distance travel to airport and …

Cabbies in Bengaluru work nights to skip traffic amid high fuel costs, commissions: Report
2 years, 4 months ago

Cabbies in Bengaluru work nights to skip traffic amid high fuel costs, commissions: Report

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru cab drivers - those working with ride-share apps like Ola and Uber - have begun working longer into the night to avoid peak traffic hours - which eat into their high fuel costs and EMI repayments. Read: As photo of ₹20 ticket goes viral, Bengaluru commuters debate why Ola, Uber lagging behind They have also been struggling to pay …

As photo of ₹20 ticket goes viral, Bengaluru commuters debate on Ola, Uber
2 years, 5 months ago

As photo of ₹20 ticket goes viral, Bengaluru commuters debate on Ola, Uber

Hindustan Times  

As more and more people shift to working from offices in Bengaluru, demand for the two biggest ride-hailing apps, Ola and Uber, is growing every day. Read: Why Ola, Uber cab drivers are refusing to switch on their ACs in Bengaluru The tweet set off a fresh debate on the viability of cab aggregators in traffic-stricken metros like Bengaluru, with …

How a Bengaluru man and his family were 'abandoned' by an Ola cab on a highway
2 years, 7 months ago

How a Bengaluru man and his family were 'abandoned' by an Ola cab on a highway

Hindustan Times  

A Bengaluru resident's journey to Mysore with his family ended in a nightmare after they were stranded on the highway in the middle of a trip. An Ola cabs journey went bad when agents stopped a cab to recover loans and left customers stranded in a highway. There have been instances of Bengaluru residents taking to Twitter to rant about …

Govt to look into “unfair practices” of Ola and Uber
2 years, 7 months ago

Govt to look into “unfair practices” of Ola and Uber

Hindustan Times  

As voices of dissent grow among the public against India's two biggest ride-hailing apps Ola and Uber over a few alleged unfair practices, the government announced today that it is all set to meet the cab aggregators and quiz them over the issues. Cab aggregators Ola and Uber have also come under fire as cab drivers adopted a ‘no AC’ …

Cab shortage in Bengaluru? Why you are seeing fewer Ola, Ubers on the road
2 years, 7 months ago

Cab shortage in Bengaluru? Why you are seeing fewer Ola, Ubers on the road

Hindustan Times  

As more and more people shift to working from office, demand for the two biggest ride-hailing apps in Bengaluru, Ola and Uber, is growing everyday. India's biggest ride hailing apps Uber and Ola are facing a serious shortage in cabs that are now hitting its users too. Tanveer Pasha, the president of Ola and Uber drivers’ association in Bengaluru, told …

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