Uber: News
Uber 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.
Uber launches new service with extra room for your luggage
Uber has launched a new service, UberXXL, for airport transfers.
Uber 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.
After US and Brazil, Uber India surpasses 1 million drivers
Uber has announced that it now has over one million drivers in India.
Uber 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.
Ola, 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.
Uber 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.
Uber Black returns to offer premium rides in India
Uber has announced the relaunch of its premium service, Uber Black, in India.
Ex-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.
Uber 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.
Uber 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).
Uber 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.
Why 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.
Watch: 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.
Now 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.
Google 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.
MS 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).
BluSmart 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.
Uber India gains approval to operate buses in Delhi
Uber India has secured an aggregator license from the Delhi Transport Department.
Zomato 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.
Uber 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.
Uber 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.
Adani, 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.
Uber 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.
You 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.
BluSmart 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.
Uber 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.
'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.
Uber, 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.
Rapido 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.
Driver 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.
Uber 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.
Uber overcharges American couple, slaps $30k for a $55 ride
A conversion mixup ruined a woman's vacation in Costa Rica.
Uber 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.
2-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.
This 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.
Delhi: 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.
Uber'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.
Urban 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.
Uber 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.