Uber: News
Uber introduces electric cabs in parts of Delhi-NCR
Leading mobility service Uber has kick-started its 'Electric' program in India. Zero-emission cab rides are now available in some parts of Delhi-NCR region.
In Canada, you can now order cannabis through Uber Eats
Get marijuana delivered to your doorstep through Uber Eats. No, this is not the musing of a pothead.
Uber plans to go all-electric for its fleet by 2030
US-based ride-hailing company Uber is planning for an EV-only fleet from 2030 in various international markets.
#NewsBytesExplainer: Why are investors like Uber, Tiger Global quitting Zomato
Zomato has been going through a series of crests and troughs over the last few weeks.
Delhi-NCR folks can book Uber rides via WhatsApp: Here's how
Uber has some exciting news for riders in the Delhi-NCR region. Users can now book cabs, auto rickshaws, and bikes through WhatsApp in Hindi and English.
Uber Files: Inside the ride-hailing firm's questionable tactics in India
An investigation of a leaked data dump called "Uber Files" has revealed damning details about how the ride-hailing service used unethical means for business expansion worldwide, including in India.
Uber hikes Delhi-NCR fares by 12% over rising fuel prices
Cab hailing service Uber increased its fares in Delhi-NCR (National Capital Region) by 12% on Monday amid a fuel price hike.
Does Uber hike ride prices when you're low on battery?
Over the years, suspicions have grown about whether or not ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft hike fares if your phone's battery is low.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt to play Uber co-founder in 'Super Pumped'
Joseph Gordon-Levitt has been tapped to portray Travis Kalanick, first CEO and co-founder of the ride-sharing app Uber, in an anthology television series.
Uber passenger who assaulted driver faces up to 16-years prison
An Uber passenger, who coughed at and assaulted a San Francisco-based driver of the cab service, could face up to 16 years in prison.
Uber, Lyft join hands to compile database of violent drivers
Rival ride hailing services Uber and Lyft have teamed up to create a database of drivers who've been accused of sexual assault and other crimes.
SC says Ola and Uber not acting as a cartel
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court refused to meddle with orders passed by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) and the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLAT), in connection to cab aggregators Ola and Uber.
Uber to add 1,000 electric cars to its India fleet
Uber is moving to make mobility in India cleaner with a shift to electric vehicles.
2 lakh Ola, Uber drivers go on strike in Delhi-NCR
Nearly two lakh drivers of cab aggregator services Ola and Uber in the Delhi-NCR region have decided to go on strike starting Tuesday.
Uber launches 'Auto rentals' in India
In a bid to revive its pandemic-hit business, ride-hailing giant Uber has launched 'auto rentals' in India.
NewsBytes Briefing: Reliance could back TikTok's business, and more
In the updates since last night, TikTok's parent company ByteDance was reported to have approached Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries for a potential investment in the video service's India business.
How Silicon Valley's star engineer earned himself 18-months prison time?
Anthony Levandowski was once Silicon Valley's most sought-after engineer, all thanks to his enviable resume. This week, he fell from grace and was handed over eighteen months of prison time by a court in the United States for stealing trade secrets from Google.
#TechBytes: Weird technologies that can protect you from COVID-19
In a span of six months, COVID-19 has turned the whole world upside down.
Former Waymo engineer may get 27 months' prison time
Anthony Levandowski, the engineer who co-founded Google's self-driving car program - now known as Waymo, could get 27 months of prison time.
NewsBytes Briefing: FBI probes Twitter hack; Netflix gets new CEO
In the last few hours, several developments have been reported from the world of technology.
Uber is planning to shift engineering jobs to India
After laying off 25% of its workforce, or about 600 employees, in India, ride-hailing giant Uber is looking to create jobs in the country.
Amazon's next big ambition? A fleet of AI-controlled self-driving cars
After Alphabet's Waymo, Tesla, and Uber, online shopping giant Amazon is stepping into the field of autonomous vehicles.
Uber India fires 25% of its workforce: Details here
In another blow to the salaried section, Uber India has laid off 600 employees or nearly a quarter of its workforce in the country.
How Uber plans to resume operations safely in India
The fourth phase of India's lockdown has started with a particular focus on keeping the public safe while allowing select business activities like cabs and e-commerce deliveries.
Amid COVID-19, Swiggy lays off 1,100 employees
The economic fallout of COVID-19 continues to hit salaried employees, in a way no one could have imagined a few months ago.
Amid COVID-19, Zomato decides to fire 13% of its workforce
The economic fallout of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has started trickling down to salaried employees.
Uber fired over 3,500 employees in a 3-minute Zoom call
In a major shocker, Uber has fired more than 3,500 of its employees in customer service, recruitment through a Zoom call that lasted just over three minutes.
COVID-19: Uber's new tech will ensure drivers wear protective masks
Uber has resumed operations in select Indian cities.
Uber begins operations in green and orange zones across India
After keeping operations suspended for over a month, ride-hailing giant Uber has begun operations in select cities and districts across India.
Lockdown 3.0 begins: Know what's allowed and what's not
The coronavirus necessitated lockdown, which started pan-India on March 25, entered its second extension today. The extension, announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs last week, will remain in place till May 17.
'Ola Emergency' launched for hospital runs amid COVID-19 outbreak
As India goes into the second phase of the lockdown enforced to combat the spread of COVID-19, Ola is lending a helping hand to the public.
Amid lockdown, Ola, Uber suspend services till March 31
In the wake of the lockdown imposed by the Delhi government, ride-hailing giants Ola and Uber have suspended their services in the state.
Despite COVID-19, Ola, Uber car-pooling remains available in India
As coronavirus continues to wreak havoc around the world and begins to show its impact on India, people are being advised to maintain social distance to avoid potential cases of community spread.
Not feeling safe on a date? Use Tinder's 'panic' button
Tinder has grown into one of the biggest dating platforms, with millions shelling out money to use the service.
Zomato just bought UberEats in India: Details here
As previously expected, restaurant discovery and food delivery giant Zomato has purchased the food delivery business of Uber, aka UberEats, in India.
Sonam Kapoor had the "scariest experience" with Uber in London
Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor, who keeps shuttling between Mumbai and London, on Thursday took to Twitter to share that she had the "scariest experience" while traveling in an Uber cab in London.
Zomato raises $150 million from Ant Financial: Details here
Gurugram-based food-tech unicorn Zomato has raised $150 million in a corporate round of funding led by existing investor Ant Financial.
Uber launches new safety features for Indian users (finally!)
In a major move, ride-hailing giant Uber has launched a bunch of new features to boost the safety of its riders and drivers in India.
CES 2020: Hyundai unveils flying taxis for Uber's Elevate project
At the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show, where tech giants like Sony are surprising us with concept cars, traditional carmakers are aiming for the skies. Literally!
Zomato may buy UberEats's India business
The India business of UberEats, the food delivery service operated by ride-hailing giant Uber, is likely to be sold to Zomato, its arch-rival in the country.