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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Kolkata's popular cab app to power bus rides: Why commuters will be pleased

The West Bengal government plans to transform a web application, designed by its information and technology department as a cab aggregator, into a one-stop solution for multiple purposes. The Yatri Sathi app was launched a few years ago as a solution to public woes while booking cabs and to curb the market dominance of private players. Bengal inspector general of …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

NCDRC Holds Yatri Hotel Liable For Service Deficiency In Fire Incident Resulting In Fatality

Live Law

The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, presided by Mr. Subhash Chandra and Dr. Sadhna Shanker, held that the hotel's failure to manage the fire outbreak, leading to fatalities, constitutes negligence and a deficiency in service. Brief Facts of the Case The complainant's son, a government school teacher, stayed at Yatri Hotel where an electric malfunction on the first floor was …

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1 month ago

India’s digital public infrastructure: A catalyst for innovation and competition

Live Mint

Some scholars and practitioners have argued that digital public infrastructure could lead to monopolization and stifle private innovation by creating large government-controlled platforms that overshadow private players. In India, DPI initiatives like UPI and Aadhaar are examples of the state taking a lead in technological development, enabling private-sector growth and innovation. This is precisely what DPI is designed to do—broaden …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Anjanadri Betta: The scenic abode of Hanuman

The Hindu

It is 6 a.m. and Anjanadri Betta is stirring to life. Mega development plan Former Minister and local BJP MLA G. Janardhana Reddy, former mining baron, said that a crores-worth mega development plan for construction of the Yatri Nivas, Bhojana Shalas, shopping complexes, parking area, widening roads, ropeway and other works by acquiring 70 acres around the hill was proposed. …

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5 months ago

Yashveer Maharaj calls out Islamists for opposing shop-name directive of Muzaffarnagar police

Op India

On 18th July, Swami Yashveer Maharaj issued a video statement calling out Islamists and so-called ‘seculars’ who are opposing the directions of Muzaffarnagar police to write names of the owners of the shops and carts of vendors on Kanwar Marg, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh. If someone tries to continue doing so, we will revolt against it and make it stop.” He …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru-based Namma Yatri raises $11 million from Google, others

The Hindu

Bengaluru-based ride booking app Namma Yatri has raised $11 million in its Series A funding round led by Blume Ventures and Antler with participation from Google. The app has become fairly popular in Bengaluru by slowly snagging market share from Uber and Ola with a no-commission model. Namma Yatri is operational in more than half a dozen Indian cities including …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Namma Yatri raises $11 mn from Google, Blume Ventures at $55 mn valuation

Live Mint

Ride-hailing startup Namma Yatri, backed by fintech firm Juspay, has secured ₹92 crore in a pre-Series A funding round—that gave the company a post money valuation of $55 million—led by early-stage investors such as Blume Ventures, and Antler. Shan MS, chief growth officer of Namma Yatri's parent company Justpay, told Mint after announcing the fundraise that “it was raised with …

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6 months ago

Cab drivers urge for better commission from aggregators in Bengaluru

The Hindu

While getting your ride in time as you run late for work is a common occurrence in Bengaluru, the other side of the story too deserves attention as cab drivers often grapple with the commission rates imposed by different ride-hailing platforms. While Namma Yatri assures a zero commission charge, the larger clientele base lies in Ola and Uber, according to …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

Juspay-backed Namma Yatri eyes small towns following fundraise

Live Mint

Juspay-backed Namma Yatri is looking to expand its ride-hailing services in tier-2 and tier-3 towns after a fresh capital infusion that’s expected to be finalised soon, chief growth officer Shan MS told Mint. Juspay Technologies, a digital payments platform, remains Namma Yatri’s largest shareholder, while Juspay’s investors including SoftBank and early-stage venture capital firm Accel hold indirect stakes in the …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

Preparations underway for Shri Amarnath Yatra 2024: Key guidelines for devotees

India TV News

With merely a month left before the commencement of the Shri Amarnath Yatra 2024, the temple shrine board and the Jammu and Kashmir administration are working tirelessly to ensure a seamless and comfortable journey for devotees. While, the temple shrine body and the J&K administration headed by the LG office, issued clear directives to department heads to ensure all preparations …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Namma Yatri launches cab services in Chennai

The Hindu

Namma Yatri, which launched autorickshaw service in January this year, is extending cab services to commuters in the city. Unlike other taxi aggregators, Namma Yatri has tied up with Open Network for Digital Commerce to launch the mobile app, where the cab service would be operated on zero commission with payment made under direct to driver model. The zero commission …

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8 months ago

Namma Yatri launches ‘zero commission’ model cab services in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times

Bengaluru-based mobility app Namma Yatri launched its cab services in the tech capital on Tuesday. The team of Namma Yatri stressed that it would follow the prices set by the Karnataka government through its ‘zero commission’ model. Namma Yatri launches ‘zero commission’ model cab services in Bengaluru Namma Yatri will have non-AC minis, AC minis, and Sedan and XL cabs …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Namma Yatri introduces cab services on commission-free model in Bengaluru

The Hindu

April 16, 2024 08:23 pm | Updated 09:30 pm IST - Bengaluru Namma Yatri, the open-mobility app for autorickshaws, introduced cab services in Bengaluru on Tuesday. According to a release by Namma Yatri, this strategic shift not only enhances driver income but also fosters improved vehicle maintenance and elevated customer experiences. “Aligned with the ethos of transparency and community collaboration, …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Ola’s India refocus makes sense

Live Mint

Ride-hailing major Ola Cabs is set to withdraw from its three overseas markets of the UK, Australia and New Zealand by month end. As reported, the company has started sending users notifications on the service’s impending closure, with its Australian operations set to cease from 12 April. In Delhi and Bengaluru, Ola faces stiff upper-end rivalry from BluSmart’s electric fleet, …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

The four forces on the Antriksh Yatri pankh

New Indian Express

The selection of the four was an extremely stringent and confidential process on the basis of their annual confidential records, flying proficiency, medical, physical and psychological fitness and resilience. The prerequisites for Gaganyaan mission include development of many critical technologies including human-rated launch vehicle for carrying crew safely to space, life support system to provide an earth-like environment to crew …

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10 months ago

Namma Yatri app makes birthdays brighter for Bengaluru auto drivers. Here’s how

Hindustan Times

A woman used the Namma Yatri app to book an auto ride in Bengaluru. The Namma Yatri app allows customers to wish auto drivers on their birthdays. The screenshot shared by Nehal shows a notification from the Namma Yatri app. A sixth joined, “That’s cool,” while a seventh simply wrote, “Nice!” About Namma Yatri app According to the website of …

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10 months ago

Bengaluru's 'Namma Yatri' Feature to Extend Birthday Wishes to Drivers is All Hearts

News 18

Auto-rickshaw drivers in Bengaluru often bear the brunt of complaints, accused of overcharging and rudeness. Bengaluru’s ‘Namma Yatri’ app has done just that by introducing a feature to extend birthday wishes to the drivers who have helped you reach your destination. “I had no idea this feature existed SO CUTE ACTUALLY,” exclaimed @NehalMisra in the caption of their post, accompanied …

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11 months ago

Namma Yatri app: New app for auto rides allows Delhiites to choose fare, drivers

Live Mint

Delhiites now have the option to choose their own fare and select drivers for their autorickshaw rides through the Namma Yatri app that was launched in the national capital on Tuesday. The ride-booking app for autorickshaws was launched by Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot who said that the application ensures that the entire fare is directly paid to the driver …

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11 months ago

Delhi: This mobile app connects commuters with autorickshaws without commission

Hindustan Times

Delhi transport minister Kailash Gahlot on Tuesday launched the Namma Yatri mobile app, which will help connect commuters with autorickshaws drivers without commission. Delhi transport minister Kailash Gahlot urged the people of Delhi to prioritise the use of public transport. It is important that the journey of the people is made more convenient, and the Delhi government under the leadership …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Namma Yatri app to induct 1,000 women auto drivers in 6 months

The Hindu

Ride booking app Namma Yatri announced plans to enrol 1,000 women drivers in the next six months in collaboration with Bengaluru police and NGOs. After the free training, Namma Yatri provides electric autos on a nominal daily rent and facilitates low-interest vehicle ownership through financial institutions. The Electric Auto Driving Training Program not only empowers women for financial independence but …

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1 year ago

ARDU expresses disappointment over lack of role in Namma Yatri’s corporate-led management

The Hindu

After a recent reported conflict, Bengaluru’s Auto Rickshaw Drivers Union has now disclosed its differences with the auto-hailing platform Namma Yatri. According to ARDU, Namma Yatri is currently entirely driven by corporate leadership, and to the disappointment of ARDU, the co-ideators, they have no designated role in its current or future management. The unity of the community was the reason …

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1 year ago

Bengaluru's Auto Rickshaw Drivers Union take an exit from Namma Yatri: Report

Hindustan Times

One of the prominent auto rickshaw unions in Bengaluru, Auto Rickshaw Drivers Union has taken an exit from Namma Yatri, the ONDC backed raid hailing app, reported Money Control. Namma Yatri will reportedly continue to operate as many auto drivers are still part of the app which was touted to be a breather for commuters who face regular auto woes …

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1 year ago

We are faster than Sam Altman and OpenAI: Namma Yatri's marketing spin on point

Hindustan Times

The drama that unfolded at OpenAI headquarters in San Francisco a few days ago churned out the creative side of Bengaluru's home-grown Namma Yatri app. We are faster than Sam Altman and OpenAI: Namma Yatri's marketing spin on point In a hilarious alert notification of Namma Yatri, the app promised ‘Pickup faster than the speed of Sam Altman’s return, Book …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Namma Yatri app launches disability friendly services

The Hindu

October 05, 2023 08:26 pm | Updated 08:27 pm IST - Bengaluru The auto-hailing app Namma Yatri on Thursday launched the ‘Purple Rides’ initiative to make mobility disability friendly by enabling drivers to understand and customise their assistance for users with visual, hearing, or physical impairments. What began as a feedback session for improving accessibility within the Namma Yatri app …

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Kolkata's popular cab app to power bus rides: Why commuters will be pleased

NCDRC Holds Yatri Hotel Liable For Service Deficiency In Fire Incident Resulting In Fatality

India’s digital public infrastructure: A catalyst for innovation and competition

Anjanadri Betta: The scenic abode of Hanuman

Yashveer Maharaj calls out Islamists for opposing shop-name directive of Muzaffarnagar police

Bengaluru-based Namma Yatri raises $11 million from Google, others

Namma Yatri raises $11 mn from Google, Blume Ventures at $55 mn valuation

Cab drivers urge for better commission from aggregators in Bengaluru

Juspay-backed Namma Yatri eyes small towns following fundraise

Preparations underway for Shri Amarnath Yatra 2024: Key guidelines for devotees

Namma Yatri launches cab services in Chennai

Namma Yatri launches ‘zero commission’ model cab services in Bengaluru

Namma Yatri introduces cab services on commission-free model in Bengaluru

Ola’s India refocus makes sense

The four forces on the Antriksh Yatri pankh

Namma Yatri app makes birthdays brighter for Bengaluru auto drivers. Here’s how

Bengaluru's 'Namma Yatri' Feature to Extend Birthday Wishes to Drivers is All Hearts

Namma Yatri app: New app for auto rides allows Delhiites to choose fare, drivers

Delhi: This mobile app connects commuters with autorickshaws without commission

Namma Yatri app to induct 1,000 women auto drivers in 6 months

ARDU expresses disappointment over lack of role in Namma Yatri’s corporate-led management

Bengaluru's Auto Rickshaw Drivers Union take an exit from Namma Yatri: Report

We are faster than Sam Altman and OpenAI: Namma Yatri's marketing spin on point

Namma Yatri app launches disability friendly services