Uber: News
20 Dec 2024
ZoomcarZoomcar takes on Uber, Ola with its cab rental service
Zoomcar, one of the leading names in the self-drive car-sharing space, is finally venturing into the chauffeur-driven cab rental business, Reuters reports.
17 Dec 2024
BangaloreBengaluru taxi scam: How 'Uber-like' app is duping passengers
A new airport taxi scam has surfaced at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru.
06 Dec 2024
Abu DhabiUber brings self-driving cars to Abu Dhabi in global foray
Uber has teamed up with Chinese firm WeRide to launch a commercial robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi.
27 Nov 2024
Zomato GoldUber One subscription plan launched in India: Check prices, benefits
Uber, the global ride-hailing giant, has launched a new subscription service 'Uber One' in India.
20 Nov 2024
BusinessUber launches new service with extra room for your luggage
Uber has launched a new service, UberXXL, for airport transfers.
31 Oct 2024
BusinessUber posts record operating profit of $1.06 billion in Q3
Uber Technologies has posted a record operating profit of $1.06 billion for the third quarter ending September 30, beating expectations.
23 Oct 2024
Uber IndiaAfter US and Brazil, Uber India surpasses 1 million drivers
Uber has announced that it now has over one million drivers in India.
08 Oct 2024
Electric VehiclesUber to launch OpenAI-powered AI assistant for drivers in 2025
Uber is bringing an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, powered by OpenAI's GPT-4o, for its drivers in the US. It will be available starting early 2025.
08 Oct 2024
OlaOla, Uber score 0 in Fairwork India's gig worker ratings
The 2024 Fairwork India Ratings have shown that ride-hailing giants Uber and Ola, along with logistics firm Porter, are lagging behind in their treatment of gig workers.
08 Oct 2024
BengaluruUber now lets you travel with pets in Bengaluru
Uber has launched a new service, Uber Pet, in Bengaluru. The feature lets riders travel with their pets.
11 Sep 2024
MumbaiUber Black returns to offer premium rides in India
Uber has announced the relaunch of its premium service, Uber Black, in India.
11 Sep 2024
MicrosoftEx-Sony boss says laid-off game developers should 'drive an Uber'
Chris Deering, the former President of Sony's Computer Entertainment division in Europe, has offered unconventional advice to game developers recently laid off by the company.
31 Aug 2024
AuroraUber takes another shot at self-driving cars
Uber is reigniting its ambition to become a leader in the self-driving car industry, after previously selling its autonomous vehicle unit to Aurora for a minority stake.
26 Aug 2024
EuropeUber slapped with €290M fine for unauthorized cross-border data transfer
Uber, the ride-hailing platform, has been charged with a hefty €290 million (nearly ₹2,715 crore) fine by the Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA).
26 Aug 2024
MumbaiUber Black premium ride-hailing service to make comeback in India
Uber, the global ride-hailing giant, is set to reintroduce its premium service Uber Black in India.
22 Aug 2024
DelhiWhy Delhi-NCR auto, taxi drivers are on strike today, tomorrow?
Commuters in Delhi-NCR might face transportation challenges on Thursday and Friday due to a strike organized by over 15 auto and taxi driver unions.
12 Aug 2024
BengaluruWatch: Mumbai auto driver assaults passenger over fare dispute, arrested
The Mumbai Police has arrested an auto-rickshaw driver, Aqeel Yunus Shaikh, for allegedly assaulting a 21-year-old passenger, Sohail Ansari.
16 Jul 2024
TechnologyNow check Uber fare for Paris while sitting in India
Uber, the ride-hailing giant, has unveiled a new feature that allows users to view average fares and wait times for planned trips in different cities.
16 Jul 2024
BengaluruGoogle backs Uber-rival Namma Yatri in $11 million funding round
Moving Tech Innovations Ltd, the Bengaluru-based company that operates community-led mobility apps including Namma Yatri, has secured $11 million in a pre-Series A funding round.
15 Jul 2024
GurugramMS Dhoni invests in EV ride-hailing startup BluSmart
Mahendra Singh Dhoni, ex-skipper of the Indian cricket team, has invested in BluSmart, a Gurugram-based startup offering ride-hailing services exclusively with electric vehicles (EVs).
28 May 2024
OlaBluSmart aims to raise $300 million to boost EV fleet
India's leading electric cab operator, BluSmart, has announced plans to raise over $300 million within the next three years.
20 May 2024
DelhiUber India gains approval to operate buses in Delhi
Uber India has secured an aggregator license from the Delhi Transport Department.
13 May 2024
BlinkitZomato reports Q4 profit of ₹175 crore, revenue grows 73%
Zomato, a leading food delivery platform, has announced a consolidated net profit of ₹175 crore for the quarter ending March 31, 2024.
21 Apr 2024
AustraliaUber bans woman named 'Swastika' due to her name
Uber, the globally recognized ride-hailing and food delivery platform, recently faced controversy for banning an Australian user named Swastika Chandra.
18 Mar 2024
AustraliaUber pays $178M to settle conflict with Australian taxi drivers
Uber has agreed to a pay $178 million to resolve a long-standing disagreement with taxi and private hire car drivers in Australia.
26 Feb 2024
Adani GroupAdani, Uber explore partnership to launch EVs in India
The Adani Group is said to be in talks with ride-sharing giant Uber to develop a strategic partnership, focusing on electric passenger cars and incorporating Uber services into Adani One, as reported by The Economic Times.
22 Feb 2024
Dara KhosrowshahiUber partners with India's ONDC to expand mobility offerings
Uber has partnered with India's Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to explore new mobility options on the Uber app.
15 Feb 2024
TataYou may soon book Uber ride through Tata's super app
Tata Group is said to be in talks with Uber for a strategic partnership aimed at boosting traffic and subscribers on Tata's super app, Tata Neu, according to The Economic Times.
09 Jan 2024
IndiaBluSmart introduces rush pricing for cabs, breaking its zero-surge promise
BluSmart, an electric vehicle ride-hailing service, has implemented a new pricing structure that includes surge pricing, despite earlier promises of zero cancellations and no surge pricing.
19 Dec 2023
IndiaUber introduces 'Round Trip' for Intercity: How to book
Uber has rolled out a new feature called "Round Trip" for its long-distance service, Intercity, in India.
05 Dec 2023
Ola'Lowest price guaranteed': Rapido launches cab services in three metros
Swiggy-backed ride-hailing platform Rapido has officially launched its cab services in Delhi, Bangalore, and Hyderabad, with plans to expand across India by mid-2024.
02 Nov 2023
LyftUber, Lyft to pay $328mn in NY wage theft settlement
Uber and Lyft have reached a settlement with the state of New York, US, agreeing to pay $328 million over allegations that they systematically underpaid drivers and denied them benefits.
27 Oct 2023
StartupsRapido plans to enter cab business in India
Bike taxi start-up Rapido is venturing into the cab market, where it will compete with giants like Uber and Ola.
13 Oct 2023
BengaluruDriver spams customer with nude photos after she cancels ride
In a shocking incident, a cab driver in Bengaluru sent pornographic material to a woman after she canceled her cab booking at the last minute.
09 Sep 2023
Latest Tech NewsUber might let you hire local workers for various tasks
Uber is reportedly testing a new "Chore" option, allowing users to hire workers for various jobs through its app, reported Bloomberg, after discovering a snippet of code within its iPhone app.
06 Jul 2023
LifestyleUber overcharges American couple, slaps $30k for a $55 ride
A conversion mixup ruined a woman's vacation in Costa Rica.
22 Jun 2023
Dara KhosrowshahiUber to fire 200 employees in quest of profitability
A few months ago, Uber's CEO said the company was not considering firing anyone. The company changed its stance when it axed staffers from Uber Freight.
12 Jun 2023
Supreme Court Of India2-wheeler taxi ban in Delhi to continue after SC ruling
The two-wheeler taxi ban in Delhi will continue for the time being, the Supreme Court ruled on Monday.
23 Mar 2023
IndiaThis Indian researcher earned Rs. 4.6L for detecting Uber's bug
Founder of a cyber security firm and an ethical hacker by profession, Anand Prakash was paid about Rs. 4.6 lakh reward by global ride-hailing giant Uber for giving information about a bug in the app in 2019.
03 Mar 2023
Delhi PoliceDelhi: Woman journalist accuses Uber driver of harassment; shares video
The Delhi Police is looking for an Uber auto driver who allegedly harassed a female journalist during a ride to Malviya Nagar, reported ANI.
23 Feb 2023
Dara KhosrowshahiUber's 'rigorous' performance review system could see employees getting fired
Uber is not planning broad layoffs. However, the company's performance review process, which is going to be "even more rigorous," might result in some employees getting fired.
28 Dec 2022
OlaUrban Company best for gig workers; Ola, Uber score zero
With the emergence of the digital platform economy in India, gig workers have grown in demand. However, it seems that these workers are yet to enjoy fair pay and good work conditions.
08 Dec 2022
HyundaiUber launches robotaxi service using fleet of Hyundai IONIQ 5
Taking the driverless experience to a whole new level, ride-hailing giant Uber has launched a Level Four autonomous taxi service in Las Vegas, United States.
