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Ride hailing app <keyword id="19895382" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Uber" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Uber" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Uber">Uber</keyword> has received an aggregator licence by the <keyword id="21734294" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Delhi-Transport-Department" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Delhi Transport Department" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Delhi Transport Department">Delhi Transport Department</keyword> to operate buses in the national capital under the <keyword id="19158971" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Delhi-premium-Bus-Scheme" source="Orion">Delhi premium Bus Scheme</keyword>, the company said in a statement. With this, Delhi becomes the first state to award a licence for bus operations, while Uber becomes the first aggregator to be granted a licence under the Delhi Premium Bus scheme, the statement said. "Following a successful pilot programme, where we witnessed significant demand for buses, we are thrilled to officially introduce the convenience of Uber rides to buses in Delhi," <keyword id="21734295" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="uber-shuttle" source="keywords">Uber Shuttle</keyword> India head Amit Deshpande said. Customers will be able to pre-book seats on their preferred route by choosing the 'Uber Shuttle' option on the <keyword id="1999454" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="uber-app" source="Orion">Uber app</keyword>. The formal launch of Uber Shuttle, a bus service tailored for daily commuting needs, brings to fruition a pilot programme that was initially tested in Delhi-NCR and has been operational in Kolkata since last year under an MoU with the West Bengal government, as per the statement. Commuters will be able to pre-book seats up to a week in advance, track the live location and route of the bus, and view its expected time of arrival (ETA) -- all through the Uber app, it said. Each shuttle vehicle will be able to accommodate 19-50 passengers and will be operated by local fleet partners using Uber's technology.

Uber gets licence to operate buses in Delhi

<ul><li><keyword id="42747" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="tata-motors" source="Orion">Tata Motors</keyword> has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with cab aggregator <keyword id="1042120" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="uber" source="Orion">Uber</keyword> to supply 25,000 XPRES-T electric cars. </li><li>Uber will integrate these cars in its premium category service, the two companies said in a joint statement. </li><li>Uber will kick off the electrification of its fleet in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad. </li></ul>Tata Motors has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with cab aggregator Uber to supply 25,000 XPRES-T electric cars. Uber will integrate these cars in its premium category service, the two companies said in a joint statement on Monday. Uber will kick off the electrification of its fleet in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad. The deliveries of the XPRES-T electric car from Tata Motors will start this month, and the induction in Uber’s fleet will be done in a phased manner. “Offering customers our environmentally friendly electric vehicle (EV) ride experiences via Uber’s Premium Category service, will accelerate the adoption of green and clean personal ride sharing. The XPRES-T EV is a very attractive option both for customers and operators,” said Shailesh Chandra, MD, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility. Tata Motors’ shares closed higher amid a wider market decline, gaining 0.7% to close at ₹443 a piece. The company’s stock has gained 12% in 2023 so far. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="50,000 EVs rolled out so far, says Tata Motors" comment="subhead" text="50,000 EVs rolled out so far, says Tata Motors">50,000 EVs rolled out so far, says Tata Motors</cmsannotation> Tata Motors said that it has rolled out 50,000 EVs from its manufacturing plants till date across the personal mobility and fleet segments. “This partnership will further cement our market position in the fleet segment,” Chandra added. The company launched the <keyword id="13603230" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="xpres" source="Orion">XPRES</keyword> electric car brand in 2021 exclusively for fleet operators. The XRES-T EV is the first car under this brand and comes in two range options – 277 kilometres and 315 kilometres. Since it is aimed at fleet operators, it can charge from 0-80% in 59 minutes. “Uber is committed to bringing sustainable, shared mobility to India, and this partnership with Tata Motors is a major milestone on that journey. It represents the largest EV partnership yet between an automaker and a ridesharing platform in India,” said Prabhjeet Singh, president, Uber India and South Asia. In addition to fast charging, the XPRES-T can also be charged using a standard 15 amp plug point, providing flexibility to Uber and its driver partners. Recently, Ola founder and chief executive officer Bhavish Aggarwal said that the cab aggregator was planning to launch a fleet of 10,000 electric cars. BluSmart, another cab operator, has a 100% electric vehicle fleet – which currently stands at 2,200 cars. It operates in Gurugram, and areas of Delhi and Bengaluru. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/adani-group-stocks-meltdown-continues-on-monday/articleshow/98084715.cms">Adani group stocks meltdown continues on Monday – Adani Enterprises sees the biggest decline</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/finance/news/inflation-expected-to-cool-down-but-economists-expect-another-rate-hike-after-january-shocker/articleshow/97983231.cms">Inflation expected to cool down but economists expect another rate hike after January shocker</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/corporates/news/maggi-kitkat-maker-nestle-india-reports-highest-domestic-growth-in-a-decade-in-fy22/articleshow/97974283.cms">Maggi &amp; KitKat maker Nestle India reports highest domestic growth in a decade in FY22</a>

Tata Motors and Uber sign MoU to induct 25,000 XPRES-T electric cars

<ul><li>Delhi-NCR clocked the highest number of trips and office hours trips in <keyword id="3658" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="india" source="Orion">India</keyword>. </li><li>The most popular product, in terms of number of trips in India, was <keyword id="1042120" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="uber" source="Orion">Uber</keyword> Go followed by <keyword id="2802970" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="UBER-AUTO" source="Orion">Uber Auto</keyword>. </li><li>Most <keyword id="8414841" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="UBER-TRIPS" source="Orion">Uber trips</keyword> in India were booked between 5 pm and 6 pm, and Saturday was the most popular day for booking an Uber.</li></ul>Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Kolkata booked the highest number of <keyword id="3190291" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="uber-rides" source="Orion">Uber rides</keyword> this year, according to the ‘A Year In Review: How India Ubered in 2022’ report released by the global mobility provider company. Indians spent 11 billion minutes traveling in Ubers, covering 4.5 billion kilometers this year, which, according to the company, is the distance from Earth to Neptune. Delhi-NCR had the highest number of trips, overall, and also clocked the highest number of office-hour trips. Its immediate neighbours Gurgaon, Noida, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad also chose to make their way back to office in Ubers, the report revealed. Most Uber trips in India were booked between 5 pm and 6 pm, and Saturday received the highest bookings in a week. The most popular product, in terms of number of trips in India, was Uber Go (comparatively lower cost car rides) followed by Uber Auto. Additionally, sweet rides were the talk of town, or at least the talk of Uber on October 22, around the festival of Diwali. Because this day saw the highest number of package deliveries through Uber Connect–Uber’s delivery service–in 2022. Furthermore, in terms of preferences for <keyword id="13703272" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="uber-rentals" source="Orion">Uber Rentals</keyword> rides with multiple stops, most riders in India opted for the 2 hour, 20 kilometer package. “Backed by rider insights and data, the report shares insights on the increasing importance of ridesharing within the country and efforts to create sustainable cities for the future,” added Uber. Indian cities ‘swinging back open for business after the pandemic’ Uber revealed that, “the year 2022 saw Indians start traveling big again, and cities swinging back open for business after the pandemic.” Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Kolkata booked the highest number of Uber rides in India this year. No surprises that Chandigarh and Delhi were the top two cities in India in terms of the fastest average speeds clocked on the roads, followed by Ahmedabad, Lucknow and Kochi. On the other hand, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Guwahati and Kolkata clocked the slowest average speeds on the roads this year, <keyword id="2502101" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="uber-india" source="Orion">Uber India</keyword> revealed. India’s top five intercity routes, according to Uber, were Mumbai - Pune, Mumbai - Nashik, Delhi - Agra, Jaipur - Chandigarh and Lucknow - Kanpur. Uber also revealed that Delhi - Purnia, Delhi - Madhubani, Bangalore - Mumbai, Delhi - Varanasi and Delhi - Ahmedabad were the longest intercity trips by kilometers traveled by Indians this year. Delhi to Purnia, alone, is a distance of over 1300 kilometers. The global mobility service company, launched in 2010, is now available in 123 Indian cities. In terms of the debutant cities, Rajahmundry in Andhra Pradesh emerged as the newcomer city with the highest number of trips. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/spicejet-inox-green-ntpc-among-stocks-to-watch-out-for/articleshow/96532933.cms">Sensex, Nifty50 to open marginally higher as investors remain cautious – SpiceJet, Inox Green, NTPC among stocks to watch out for</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/psus-stage-a-comeback-in-2022-and-the-future-looks-healthy-say-analysts/articleshow/96522444.cms">PSUs stage a comeback in 2022, and the future looks healthy, say analysts</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/covid-19-testing-is-now-mandatory-for-travellers-coming-to-india-from-thailand-five-other-countries/slidelist/96521648.cms">Covid-19 testing is now mandatory for travellers coming to India from Thailand, five other countries</a>

Indians spent 11 billion minutes traveling and covered 4.5 billion kilometers in 2022 in this taxi service

<ul><li>There is no one fixed definition of <keyword id="457183" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="luxury-housing" source="Orion">luxury housing</keyword> and it differs from city to city. </li><li>In terms of share in sales of luxury housing, MMR and NCR top the list with more than 50% in all, followed by Bangalore and Pune at 20% and 15% share. </li><li>Overall, the demand for luxury housing in India is likely to continue growing in the coming years. </li></ul>In February, there was an image which went viral that showed a large crowd gathered at the office of realty developer DLF following the launch of a new project. The rush was about buying an apartment in that project that was priced at ₹7 crore. Last week, DLF confirmed that it has sold 1,137 such projects in its Gurgaon unit. This is not a one off incident. According to data by Knight Frank, a property consultant, in February 2023, the average value of properties registered in Mumbai was recorded at ₹1.9 crore which is 65% more than the average value of properties registered in February 2022 at ₹1.18 crore. Recently, the demand for luxury housing in India has been huge. When you think of luxury housing, think heated pools and spas, community gardens where you can grow your own herbs and veggies, a 24x7 clubhouse with pool tables, games, a business center and a coffee bar, a fitness center with high end cardio and strength training equipment, there is nothing money cannot buy. A mad rush: “If we define ₹2 crore and above as a general reference point for luxury housing, there has been an offtake of nearly 6,000 units in the top seven cities in last quarter with gross sales value of nearly ₹22,000 crore. During this period there has been a new supply of about 12,800 units in the top seven cities in the luxury bracket, which is highest in many preceding years,” says Subhankar Mitra, managing director - advisory services, Colliers India, a professional services and investment management company. In terms of share in sales, Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and National Capital Region (NCR) top the list with more than 50% in all. This is followed by Bangalore and Pune at 20% and 15% share. Hyderabad and Ahmedabad had less than 10% share in the luxury segment. “The demand for luxury housing in India has picked up in recent times. One of the primary reasons for this is the growth of the Indian economy, which has created a new class of wealthy individuals with a high purchasing power. They are willing to invest in premium living spaces that offer exclusive amenities, top-notch services, and state-of-the-art facilities,” says Anuj Puri, chairman, Anarock Group, a real estate services company. Another reason for the increased demand for luxury housing in India is the changing lifestyles and aspirations of the urban population. “Many individuals now seek a luxurious and comfortable living experience, which has led to a rise in demand for high-end residential properties that offer a host of amenities, such as swimming pools, fitness centers, and landscaped gardens,” adds Puri. The Covid-19 pandemic has also contributed to the increased demand for luxury housing in India. The pandemic has led to a shift in the way people live and work, with many individuals now looking for larger homes with more space to accommodate work-from-home arrangements and other lifestyle changes. One major factor for high sales of big-ticket price homes in Mumbai and other top cities could be the government’s recent move in the Union Budget 2023-24 which will come into effect from April 2023. Under this new move, if one sells a house/other assets including equities and his/her gains are more than ₹10 crore, then maximum benefit that he/she can avail is only up to ₹10 crore when invested into another property. Capital gains of over ₹10 crore will henceforth be taxed from April 2023. “Thus, to save tax on capital gains, the high networth individuals (HNIs) across top cities including Mumbai are rushing in close luxury housing deals before the financial year ends in March,” says Puri. Definition of luxury housing: “In the context of India, luxury properties typically refer to high-end residential properties that offer several amenities and features. These properties are in prime locations, upscale neighborhoods, or central business districts, and are designed with a focus on providing a luxurious and comfortable living experience to their residents,” says Amit Goyal, CEO, India, Sotheby’s International Realty, a luxury real estate brand. There is no one fixed definition of luxury housing and it differs from city to city, depending on the local real estate market, demographics, and lifestyle preferences. “For example, in Mumbai, luxury housing may refer to high-rise apartments with ocean views, while in Delhi, it may refer to large villas with private gardens and swimming pools. Similarly, in Bangalore, luxury housing may include gated communities with world-class sports facilities and spas,” says Puri. For Sotheby's International Realty, luxury property transactions typically exceed ₹15 crore. “However, considering the purchasing power parity in India, we can consider real estate priced at half a million dollars or around ₹4 crore as luxury and above ₹10 crore and uber luxury in the top 7 cities of the country,” says Goyal. According to the recent Luxury Outlook Survey 2023 conducted by India Sotheby's International Realty (ISIR), properties in the price range of ₹4-10 crore are most preferred by HNIs with almost 65% looking for investment in that range, while 33% of HNIs and UHNIs are willing to spend upwards of ₹10 crore to acquire the right high-end luxury property. In the new normal, modern-day luxury living is driven by various factors of lifestyle and infrastructural amenities. “Homes closer to key business hubs have increased the availability of luxury residences from a few restricted pin codes, allowing them to be location-independent,” says Dhaval Ajmera, director, Ajmera Realty and Infra India, a developer known for its mid-luxury to luxury housing projects across Mumbai, Pune and Bengaluru. In Mumbai, Wadala has emerged as one of the most promising home-buying locations with seamless connectivity to the business hotspots of Bandra Kurla Complex, Lower Parel and other prominent parts of the city. “The overall concept of luxury living is no longer solely connected to the posh localities and has undergone a major transformation. For example, modern-day luxury living is defined as residential properties that provide last-mile comfort and safety along with a plethora of modern experiential amenities that strikes a fine balance between lavishness and ease that overall accentuates the lifestyle of the residents,” says Cyrus Mody, founder &amp; managing partner, Viceroy Properties, a premium real estate developer. In the lap of luxury: Customers today demand extraordinary experiences. They desire a grand lifestyle and the very idea of luxury has evolved. “Customers are expecting larger spaces and well-defined homes with over 11 feet floor to ceiling height. There is a rise in buyers of properties as large or larger than 5,000 square feet. The demand is being driven by a clear shift in the thought process of home buyers who desire to go from independent residences to high end luxury apartments,” says Ram Raheja, managing director, S Raheja Realty. Modern luxury homes have home automation technology that provide the owners total control over maintaining a sustainable work-life balance. “Also in-built spaces like vestibules, expansive decks, and project amenities like heated infinity swimming pools, podium parkings and terrace gardens, are being offered by premium developers,” Raheja adds. Overall, the demand for luxury housing in India is likely to continue growing in the coming years, driven by factors such as rising affluence, changing lifestyles, and evolving work arrangements.

Posh neighborhoods, fabulous views, and heated infinity swimming pools: luxury real estate in India is booming

<ul><li><keyword id="8484717" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="uber-users" source="Orion">Uber users</keyword> will soon be able to book rides through a chatbot via <keyword id="790242" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="whatsapp" source="Orion">WhatsApp</keyword>. </li><li>In the first instance, the feature will only be rolled out in Delhi NCR. </li><li>The chatbot will support English and Hindi languages to ensure wide compatibility. </li><li>Read the article below to understand how the feature works. </li></ul>Uber is developing a new feature allowing people to book cabs via WhatsApp. WhatsApp is among the most popular messaging platforms with a user-friendly interface that can make booking rides effortless for many. Earlier in December 2021, this feature was introduced and tested in Lucknow. The feature will be available from this week; initially, only the Delhi/NCR residents will have access to it. People can book a ride either from the Uber application or through an official Uber chatbot on WhatsApp. The chatbot will support both English and Hindi languages to make it suitable for people of different regions. Uber said, "We recognise that to keep expanding access to our services, we need to meet users where they are. And in India, that means WhatsApp, one of India’s most popular chat apps." How to book a <keyword id="2818858" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="uber-ride" source="Orion">Uber ride</keyword> via WhatsApp- <ul><li>Send ‘Hi’ to Uber's Business Whatsapp number.</li><li>Select the language from English and Hindi.</li><li>The chatbot will ask you to write the pickup location and send you the location options to choose from per your requirement. OR you can directly share your location.</li><li>After this, you will be asked to write the drop location and send you the location options to choose from per your requirement.</li><li>The chatbot will ask for an OTP sent to your number to confirm that it’s you.</li><li>After verifying the OTP, you will be given ride options to select.</li></ul>(This feature is applicable for all kinds of rides like cars, autos, and bikes.) <ul><li>Then you will be given the option to edit details, cancel or confirm the ride.</li><li>After confirming the ride, all the vehicle and driver details will be shared with you. </li></ul>With no compromise on safety features and a person's riding experience, this new feature can be an easy way to book rides with no additional app required. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/how-to-use-dual-camera-feature-on-instagram/articleshow/93295328.cms" style="">What is the dual camera feature on Instagram, and how to use it?</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/careers/news/here-are-the-cities-that-saw-the-most-hiring-in-the-tech-industry-in-fy-2022/slidelist/93320909.cms">Here are the cities that saw the most hiring in the tech industry in FY 2022</a>

How to book an Uber ride through WhatsApp

<ul><li><keyword id="1042120" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="uber" source="Orion">Uber</keyword> has announced a 12% price hike for cab rides in Delhi.</li><li>The company had earlier announced a 15% price hike in Mumbai.</li><li>The price hike has been done keeping in mind the rising fuel prices.</li></ul>Uber India has today announced a price hike in Delhi, keeping in mind the rising fuel prices. The company has raised the prices of cab rides by 12% in the capital. This is not the first price hike by the company in India. Earlier this month, Uber had <a href="https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/mumbai-news/uber-hikes-fares-by-15-citing-surge-in-fuel-prices-101648833014231.html">announced</a> a 15% price hike in Mumbai, citing the rising prices of fuel as the reason for the hike. The price hike comes amid protests by cab drivers and unions. Several drivers had staged a protest at the Jantar Mantar earlier this month. "We listen to feedback from drivers and understand that the current rise in fuel prices is causing concern. To help cushion drivers from the impact of the spike in fuel prices, Uber has raised trip fares in Delhi NCR by 12%,” Nitish Bhushan, Head of Central Operations, Uber India said in a statement. “Over the coming weeks, we will continue to track fuel price movements and will take further steps as needed,” Bhushan added. Currently, the petrol and diesel prices in Delhi are ₹105.41 and ₹96.67 respectively. On the other hand, the prices in Mumbai are ₹120.51 and ₹104.77 respectively. In addition to protesting against Uber, drivers in several parts of the country have started a “No AC” <a href="https://telanganatoday.com/cab-drivers-in-hyderabad-to-charge-extra-for-ac-amid-rising-fuel-prices">campaign</a>, wherein they will not turn on the air conditioner in the car and inform the rider about the reason. Further, riders will be given an option to pay an additional amount to turn on the air conditioner. “As AC runs on fuel and it is so expensive right now, it is difficult for us to run the air conditioner at this price. That is why we decided to charge an additional fee for using the air conditioner in the taxis,” a member of the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union said in a statement. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/auto/news/electric-two-wheeler-sales-surge-over-5-times-in-2021-22/articleshow/90775731.cms">Electric two-wheeler sales surge over 5 times – Hero Electric, Okinawa corner half the market, Ather’s market share declines</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/petrol-and-diesel-prices-hiked-for-the-13th-time-in-15-days/articleshow/90655551.cms">Petrol and diesel prices hiked for the 13th time in 15 days</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/uber-drivers-are-slamming-the-companys-new-fuel-surcharge-as-woefully-inadequate/articleshow/90278187.cms">Uber drivers are slamming the company's new fuel surcharge as 'woefully inadequate'</a>

Uber announces a 12% price hike for cab rides in Delhi as petrol, diesel prices skyrocket

<ul><li>The UK Supreme Court ruled that the ride-hailing giant’s drivers are workers, not gig economy workers.</li><li>The drivers are now entitled to minimum wage and other employment protections.</li><li>This ruling could impact all ride-hailing companies like <keyword id="1042120" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Uber">Uber</keyword>, Ola, Lyft, Bolt etc., who all call their drivers as ‘mini entrepreneurs’ or independent contractors.</li></ul>Uber just lost a major case in the UK's Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the ride-hailing giant’s drivers are workers, and not just gig economy workers. The drivers are now entitled to minimum wage and other employment protections, ruled the top court. “When a ride is booked through the Uber app, it is Uber that sets the fare and drivers are not permitted to charge more than the fare permitted by the app. It is therefore Uber that dictates how much the driver is paid and the work they do,” said the Supreme Court during its ruling. Uber has been fighting the case in the UK for almost five years now, where in 2016 a tribunal court had ruled in favour of <keyword id="6364641" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Uber-drivers">Uber drivers</keyword> Yaseen Aslam and James Farrar. “I am overjoyed and greatly relieved by this decision which will bring relief to so many workers in the gig economy who so desperately need it. During the six years of these proceedings, we have watched the government commission and then shelve a review of the gig economy yet do nothing to help us. I hope in future the government will choose to carry out its duty to enforce the law and protect the most vulnerable from exploitation,” Aslam said in a statement today after the verdict. This ruling could impact all ride-hailing companies like Uber, Ola, Lyft, Bolt etc., who all call their drivers as ‘mini entrepreneurs’ or independent contractors, which gives them the flexibility to also switch between apps. However, Farar called this a false dream of endless flexibility and entrepreneurial freedom. “The reality has been illegally low pay, dangerously long hours and intense digital surveillance. I am delighted that workers at last have some remedy because of this ruling, but the government must urgently strengthen the law so that gig workers may also have access to sick pay and protection from unfair dismissal,” he said in a statement today. This could also impact Uber’s case across the globe, where it is often put under scrutiny for its treatment of its driver partners. Earlier, Uber and Lyft had lost a similar case in <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/22/technology/uber-lyft-california.html#:~:text=OAKLAND%2C%20Calif.,California%20appeals%20court%20ruled%20Thursday.&amp;text=%E2%80%9CThis%20is%20dollars%20and%20wages,by%20virtue%20of%20the%20misclassification.%E2%80%9D">California </a>where the court had ruled that they must treat their drivers as employees, giving them benefits and wages they are entitled to under state labor law. In India too, Uber and Ola drivers have often gone on strikes demanding better compensation from the ride-hailing companies. Most recently, in September 2020, Uber and Ola drivers in Delhi NCR had gone on a strike demanding hike in their per kilometre fare as well as a reduction in the commission that the companies take. While foreign judgements have no authoritative value on Indian courts they do have persuasive value. “There is nothing under law that requires Indian courts to uphold foreign law, however foreign judgements can be applied as having persuasive value if there are structural similarities in the facts of a case (between the foreign and domestic cases). For example, in the Aruna Ramchandra Shaunbag v. In a number of cases concerning constitutional law, the courts have quoted foreign judgements and principles for persuasive value. Within the common law tradition, its common to borrow and cite foreign judgements for persuading a case,” a lawyer told Business Insider. In a report evaluating the benefits offered by the likes of Uber and Ola during the COVID-19 pandemic, the <a href="https://www.orfonline.org/research/covid-19-and-indias-gig-economy-the-case-of-ride-hailing-companies-69044/">Observer Research Foundation</a> had said, “The current scenario, in which livelihoods and health of an entire workforce are threatened, proves that flexibility cannot come at the cost of most basic protections. All workers – irrespective of their unemployment arrangements – need to be able to access health care, to choose to stay home when unwell, and benefit from income support in case of a crisis-related reduction of working time or job loss.” In the recent Budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman too had said that gig economy workers in India would come under ESIC (Employee State Insurance Corporation) scheme and minimum wages will apply to all such workers. 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Uber loses a major case in UK which rules its drivers are workers, a ruling that could impact the ride-hailing giant everywhere including India

This summer, commuters in the NCR, willing to ditch metros and buses, will have several choices to book their cabs. Apart from <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/heres-who-is-benefitting-from-ola-uber-drivers-strike/articleshow/57187851.cms">Ola and Uber</a>, they will have two new cab aggregator apps. This would also benefit them in terms of money, owing to the price war between these apps. 
 
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Cabby, the cab aggregator app to be launched today, has been developed by Sahil Arora, a seventeen-year-old school dropout from Gurgaon. The app will have 25,000 operational cabs in NCR, following which it would move to <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/bengaluru-feel-relieved-as-ola-anduber-drivers-call-off-strike/articleshow/57221582.cms">Bengaluru</a>. 
 
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 Cabby would charge a base fare of Rs 37.50 for the first 2 km, followed by Rs 12.5 per km. Arora told ET that this is actually very competitive, and the fare would be lesser than what <keyword id="6354720" type="PERSON" weightage="100" keywordseo="Ola">Ola</keyword> and Uber charge. 
 
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The second cab-aggregator app to be launched today is from 74 BC Technologies, operational from <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/UberMOTO-enters-Gurgaon/articleshow/51603369.cms">Gurgaon</a> where it is known for the bike taxi aggregator Baxi. 
 
Baxi is now launching cab services in seven cities including Delhi, Ghaziabad, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai and Bengaluru. Acting as a technology provider for the app, it will be available free of cost for cab drivers. 
 
"Baxi will not take any commission from the drivers to use their technology platform," said Ashutosh Johri, co-founder of Baxi and an IIT Delhi alumnus. It would charge a base fare of Rs 50, followed by Rs 9 per km. Having around 1,000 cabs in its fleet, it would also have Re 1/minute wait charges. 
 
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Two new apps to take on Ola and Uber in NCR

Ride-hailing major Uber on Thursday announced a partnership with electric vehicle fleet operator Lithium Urban Technologies to deploy over 1,000 EVs in Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune. Uber said it has already deployed more than 100 such electric vehicles (all sedan), such as Mahindra eVerito and Tata Tigor EV, on its platform. Over the next 12 months, the company said it remains committed to scaling up to 2,000 electric vehicles on its platform, including the Lithium EVs. "After our partnerships with Yulu, Mahindra and SUN Mobility, this is our fourth partnership in this space and Uber will always remain committed to providing smarter mobility, building greener cities and creating healthier lives," said Prabhjeet Singh, President, Uber India and South Asia said. Lithium's charging hubs in the selected cities have the capacity to charge multiple cars and buses simultaneously. While a fast charger can charge a sedan in 90 minutes, a slow charger can do that in 8 to 9 hours. "Our partnership with Uber has the potential to significantly add to the number of electric kilometers covered by cars in every city. Electric vehicles are particularly well-suited to the shared economy, and that's why we're seeing their early adoption, most noticeably in fleets," said Ashwin Mahesh, Co-Founder and CEO, Lithium Urban Technologies. According to the 2019 ‘IQAir; rankings, 14 of the 20 most polluted cities in the world are in India. Exposure to outdoor and indoor air pollution contributed to over 1.2 million deaths in India in 2017, according to the State of Global Air Report. Uber recently announced a global commitment to make all rides on its platform 100 per cent emission-free by 2040 through zero-emission vehicles and the integration of public transport and micro-mobility. A market leader in sustainable mobility solutions, Lithium was established in 2014 to encourage an environment-friendly mobility solution for corporates. Lithium runs its over 1,000 electric fleet of hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs and buses across 10 cities in India with its own charging infrastructure of more than 500 fast and slow chargers and charging hubs. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/tcs-and-wipro-lead-rally-in-it-stocks-after-tcs-ceo-announces-multi-year-technology-transformation-cycle-in-the-works/articleshow/78547893.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">TCS and Wipro lead rally in IT stocks after TCS CEO announces multi-year 'technology transformation' cycle in the works</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/here-are-the-guidelines-issued-by-the-dgca-for-the-refund-of-airline-tickets-booked-during-the-lockdown-period/articleshow/78547292.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Here are the guidelines for refund of airline tickets booked during the lockdown period issued by the DGCA</a>

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Many people are facing troubles while booking an <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=uber&amp;sortorder=effectivedate">Uber</a> or <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=ola&amp;sortorder=effectivedate">Ola </a>in Delhi-NCR as 3, 000 drivers are protesting at Jantar Mantar in Delhi. 
 Sarvodaya Driver Association of Delhi, a Delhi-based association, has called for an indefinite strike against <keyword id="1042120" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Uber">Uber</keyword> and <keyword id="6354720" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Ola">Ola</keyword>, enraged over decline in earnings and perks of the <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/searchresult.cms?query=ola+and+uber+drivers&amp;sortorder=effectivedate">drivers</a>. 
 
Claiming that they only get Rs 6/km from every ride, the strikers are demanding that these companies pay them the government sanctioned fare. 
 
"They reeled us in by promising earnings of more than 1 lakh per month and now because of falling fares, we do not even have the money to feed our families properly. We are demanding that we receive the fare sanctioned by the government which is Rs 21/km. First, they induced us to buy cars under their schemes now they are adding so many new cars that it has become difficult for us to pay off our monthly installments," a senior member of the association, Kamal Rathore, told ET. 
 
The agitated drivers are demanding better perks, relaxed hours and accident insurance. 
 
"Ride-sharing has to be stopped. Out of 10 trips we get in a day, eight of them are of sharing. This drops our already weak earning to Rs 3/km. The companies can give as much discount as they want to the customers but they should not make us suffer for it," Rathore told ET.

Passengers hit hard as Uber and Ola drivers go on strike in Delhi-NCR

Travelling within the city is a bane for all especially those who travel long distances for work. While women are increasing joining the workforce, their daily commute is still a tall task. While many companies provide women safe shuttle service between their homes and office, the majority is dependent on using either public transport or taxi services like <keyword id="1042120" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Uber">Uber</keyword> and <keyword id="6354720" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Ola">Ola</keyword> for their daily commute. While these services are convenient, they aren’t quite foolproof when it comes to safety as rape cases are reported even as cab operators claim to be more vigilant. From mob lynching to chain snatching, everyone who travels in public transport has to increasingly be careful on the road. 

 

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BEFORE BOARDING SHUTTL SAFE <ul><li>Face-based check-in - a seamless, magical boarding experience, along with authentication to ensure safety for both driver and consumer. This feature provides details of ID, allowing only authorized drivers to operate thus bus and on the commuters side, it ensures that only validated, genuine commuters to board the bus</li> <li>Alcohol detector - The bus ignition is linked with a tech-based alcohol detection test which ensures zero incidence of drunk driving</li></ul> DURING THE RIDE <ul><li>SOS and Panic button on the Shuttl App helps the commuter trigger emergency response, when in danger plus a physical panic button is available on each Shuttl SAFE bus</li> Live <keyword id="6354857" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="CCTV">CCTV</keyword> recording has auto alert feature which alerts the aggregator if anyone inside the bus is in danger</ul>AFTER DE-BOARDING <ul><li>Homecheck, a call-back confirmation to ensure that she has reached home safely</li></ul>The safety of the customer doesn’t stop just in the bus but by the above feature also goes beyond where a user’s journey is tracked on-request right down to her final destination.

 

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 <keyword id="217165" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Amit-Singh">Amit Singh</keyword>, Co-Founder of Shuttl told Business Insider, “With 20,000 completed rides and 450 buses, we are trying to make public transport convenient for all. As our last passenger gets dropped off at latest 11 PM, we wanted to enable a great experience which is not tainted by worry or boredom. Our prices for routes typically start at Rs. 49 and go up to Rs. 89 which is affordable for most. With an assured seat, the customers only tend to gain from this service.” Singh also assured that the prices of the daily pass will not be affected as these costs are a part of customer acquisition for the company. Shuttl SAFE is also equipped with productivity tools for the commuter such as Shuttl TV, with exclusive content by Shuttl that engages the commuter while travelling to work. All seats shall be provided with earphones for the commuters to experience engaging content on Shuttl TV. Thus, controlling sound-levels within the Shuttl thereby taking care of the commuter’s privacy where she is also free to engage in any other personal activity without any disturbance. In addition to this, free WiFi will be available that allows commuters to read, socialize, shop and manage their personal tasks when travelling. Ride-share is also another new feature that Shuttl has launched with SAFE where the commuter can share their ride details with a friend or a family member who can then track their respective rides. All Shuttl buses will be equipped with these features and would be rolled out in phases on all Shuttl routes by the end of this year starting with the safety features.

Shuttl is trying to be the safest commute option for the working class

Delhi, well known for its love for North Indian and international cuisines, has a vibrant <keyword id="6181" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Food">food</keyword> culture and Uber, today added to that craze by launching its <keyword id="2960214" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="ubereats">UberEATS</keyword> service to Delhi, NCR starting with Gurugram. Partnering with over 300 restaurants, UberEATS will give local restaurants in Delhi-NCR another reliable <keyword id="6355447" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="delivery">delivery</keyword> option. According to Redseer Consulting, Partners Satisfaction with growth in business from food tech players has improved from the last quarter primarily driven by: 1.Sustained growth in the order volume 2.The emergence of the delivery source as an additional revenue source.

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In the midst of many restaurants already partnering with companies like Swiggy, Foodpanda and Zomato alongside their own delivery boys, it’s questionable whether UberEATS is going to make an impact. The food business for Uber can be profitable in India as they rely on charging service fees and providing restaurant management tools to their partners for revenue. Uber has already turned profitable in some markets, according to the company. UberEATS was started in 2014 as a small delivery pilot in Los Angeles and launched as a separate application in Toronto in December 2015. In the past 18 months, it has grown incredibly fast, and is now a stand-alone app available in 29 countries and in 97 cities around the globe, including India. 

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The UberEATS app is separate to the Uber app people use to request a ride and has been built specifically to make food delivery as seamless as possible. Starting today, consumers can download the new app for iOS and Android from the iTunes/Google play store or go online at ubereats.com to order anywhere in Gurugram. 

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How is the app different: <ol> <li>Only Bike-delivery: The company will only deliver through their delivery partners who are using the two-wheeler to deliver the order.</li> <li>Track the progress of the delivery - Get updates as your order is prepared and watch in realtime as the meals is delivered to your destination</li> <li>Get Personalized Recommendations- The app picks up on ordering style as you order from the app frequently. It predicts if you prefer healthy food, or vegetarian food on some days of the week and gives recommendations accordingly.</li> </ol>

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