The union demanded the implementation of a fixed fare system. A group of unions representing gig workers associated with ride-hailing platforms such as Uber, Ola, and Rapido has called for a one-day strike on Saturday, which is expected to impact operations in major metros, including Delhi and Mumbai. The movement led by the Telangana Gig… Continue reading Uber, Ola, Rapido driver unions call for strike in Delhi, Mumbai: All that happened so far
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Union of app-based taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers calls strike on Saturday
The drivers body also flagged concerns over loss of income due to an increase in the number of auto-rickshaws under the open permit policy. A union of app-based taxi and auto rickshaw drivers has called a day-long strike on Saturday to press various demands including redressal of grievances about the installation of panic buttons. In… Continue reading Union of app-based taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers calls strike on Saturday
My Favorite TV to Watch the Winter Olympics Is on Sale
The Super Bowl is a good time. You eat too much, you probably drink too much, and this year the half-time show features one of the biggest performers in the world. But three hours of fun isn’t a great reason to buy a new TV. The Winter Olympics, on the other hand, just might be.… Continue reading My Favorite TV to Watch the Winter Olympics Is on Sale
It Turns Out That When Waymos Are Stumped, They Get Intervention From Workers in the Philippines
Waymo has established itself as the autonomous ride-hailing service to beat, operating a fleet of several thousand self-driving taxis across the United States, with active services in ten major metropolitan areas. That “self-driving” may be due for some extra scrutiny, though. During a Congressional hearing on Wednesday, Waymo’s chief safety officer, Mauricio Peña, was grilled… Continue reading It Turns Out That When Waymos Are Stumped, They Get Intervention From Workers in the Philippines
Justice instead of division
The attacks by the Union and employers on the welfare state and employees are becoming more and more outrageous. We demand a stop to these clear-cutting debates. They unsettle people, stifle the weak economic recovery and bring no growth. Employees are not the problem – they are the solution What is currently being described as… Continue reading Justice instead of division
Rokt Joins American Heart Association’s “Go Red. Shop with Heart” Initiative, Marks Kickoff at NYSE Bell Ringing
NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rokt, the leading ecommerce technology company using machine learning and AI to make transactions more relevant to each customer, today announced its participation in the American Heart Association’s new “Go Red. Shop with Heart” retail initiative. Rokt joins a coalition of retailers, brands and platforms supporting the month-long campaign… Continue reading Rokt Joins American Heart Association’s “Go Red. Shop with Heart” Initiative, Marks Kickoff at NYSE Bell Ringing
Jury Finds Uber Liable in Sexual Assault Case Involving 19‑Year‑Old Passenger; Awards $8.5 Million in Damages
First Bellwether Trial in 3,000+ Case Rideshare Sexual Assault Multidistrict Litigation Results in Verdict for the Plaintiff PHOENIX, Ariz., Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A federal jury in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona found Uber Technologies, Inc. liable for the November 15, 2023, sexual assault of 19-year-old Jaylynn Dean, concluding after a… Continue reading Jury Finds Uber Liable in Sexual Assault Case Involving 19‑Year‑Old Passenger; Awards $8.5 Million in Damages
Bharat Taxi Launches in Delhi Today with 2.5 Lakh Vehicles, Reports NDTV
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah is set to formally launch Bharat Taxi today, February 5, 2026, at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi, according to NDTV. The cooperative-based ride-hailing platform aims to challenge established players like Ola, Uber, and Rapido with a driver-ownership model that eliminates per-ride commissions. NDTV reports that the platform operates… Continue reading Bharat Taxi Launches in Delhi Today with 2.5 Lakh Vehicles, Reports NDTV
The Best Super Bowl TV Deals (2026)
Samsung’s latest and greatest OLED screen sports some incredible features, with natural and vibrant colors, impressive contrast, and some of the widest viewing angles for the category. Tizen OS is also much more smooth and competent than before, which is great news if you prefer to keep things simple. While it isn’t quite as bright… Continue reading The Best Super Bowl TV Deals (2026)
Cozey Neptune Sofa Bed Review: Firm but Flexible
If the words “sleeper sofa” still conjure images of a musty, squeaky, lumpy pull-out mattress with the thickness and support of a peanut butter sandwich, you may want to take a look at what’s been going on in the world of convertible furniture lately. Modern-day sleeper sofas now come with luxe, real mattresses, like the… Continue reading Cozey Neptune Sofa Bed Review: Firm but Flexible