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Haryana's cabinet approved new rules mandating CNG or electric vehicles for aggregators, delivery services, and e-commerce firms in NCR areas from January 1, 2026. The move aims to curb pollution and promote cleaner mobility. The regulations also introduce licensing, safety measures, and insurance for drivers and passengers, fostering a comprehensive framework for app-based services.

Fuel prices in India have surged by approximately ₹3 per litre, impacting travellers with rising costs for road trips and daily commutes. This hike is attributed to global crude oil price increases driven by West Asian geopolitical tensions. Travellers are advised to plan smarter by opting for trains, metros, EVs, carpooling, and shorter trips to mitigate increased fuel expenses.

Aggregators Can't Add Any New 2 Or 4-Wheeler To Fleet That Does Not Run On Clean Fuel

Ixigo has integrated its flight, hotel, bus, and train booking services directly into ChatGPT. Travelers can now plan and book trips using conversational AI, receiving real-time prices, availability, and fare insights. The platform also offers live flight tracking, including gate and belt information, enhancing convenience for users seeking seamless travel arrangements.

Vietnamese automaker VinFast has opened bookings for its upcoming seven-seater electric MPV, the MPV 7, in India for a Rs 21,000 token. The company also plans to launch a fleet version, an electric cab service, and electric scooters later this year. The MPV 7, expected to rival the Kia Carens Clavis EV, boasts a 201 hp motor and a 60.

The introduction of e-cabs has paved the way for women cab drivers to gain a toehold in a profession dominated by men. Twelve women have joined the operations of a Kolkata-based electric cab company.

Two months ago, the AAP government issued a draft policy making Delhi the first state in the country to adopt a policy to regulate vehicular emissions from app-based cab aggregators.

Passengers at Jaipur International Airport will now be able to board cabs from the airport itself and will not have to walk till outside with luggage, as airport authorities have signed an agreement with Uber cab service, said officials on Wednesday.

Mandatory panic buttons in taxis, integration with emergency number 112 and timely resolution of consumer grievances are the highlights of the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Scheme 2023, which aims to regulate the cab aggregators and delivery service providers in Delhi. Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal gave the thumbs up to the scheme on Wednesday and forwarded it to lieutenant governor V K Saxena for his approval.

The Delhi transport department's key policies such as the Electric Vehicle Policy 2.0, cab aggregator and premium bus service schemes are stuck after the termination of services of the advisors, consultants and fellows in the department.

With fuel prices soaring, an increasing number of cab operators in the city are shifting to electric vehicles to cushion operational costs.

Evera Cabs is expanding its electric taxi service by acquiring 500 repossessed EVs from BluSmart, which faced operational suspension due to financial irregularities. Evera is also onboarding BluSmart drivers, including a significant number of women, to meet the rising demand for electric cabs, particularly around Delhi airport. This move fills the market gap left by BluSmart's shutdown.

In a bid regulate cab aggregators as well as delivery service providers in the State, a draft of the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Scheme 2023 has been sent to the Delhi's Lieutenant Governor.

The city will get exclusive parking slots that are reserved for electric cars this June. In 12 parking lots on roads like Rabindra Sarani, Chittaranjan Avenue, AJC Bose Road, Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road, CIT Road (Park Circus), Kyd Street, Rabindra Sarobar and Paharpur Road (Garden Reach), at least 24 slots will be reserved for EVs. There are 154 parking slots in these 12 parking lots.

Amid rising fuel prices, the state government had set up a committee for fare revision of auto-rickshaws and taxis last month, and the panel is likely to finalise its report by the end of this week.

The Delhi government has started receiving feedback on the cab aggregator policy, with stakeholders suggesting a "realistic" timeline for complete electrification and fiscal support due to higher upfront cost of electric vehicles and flagging issues of "range anxiety".

Pune-based Ride-hailing startup GREL has introduced an all electric cab service in the city. The company plans to expand its fleet, establish additional hubs, and offer unique features through its app. GREL aims to contribute to the EV revolution in India while providing reliable and fair transportation for customers. The company also intends to establish four additional hubs within the city.

By 2030, every app-based cab that you book, every two-wheeler on which the food that you ordered arrives or any vehicle that ferries your e-orders will be an electric vehicle.

Cab service provider Ola is all set to launch a Google Maps rival. The mobility and electric vehicles major Ola confirmed that it is working on a dedicated maps system for its vehicles.

Uber is in early discussions to acquire BluSmart Mobility, an electric cab service in India. This deal could strengthen Uber's presence in the growing electric vehicle market. BluSmart operates a fleet of over 5,000 electric vehicles in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. The acquisition could also help Uber compete better with rivals in India's urban mobility market.

In the first such policy in the country, it will soon be mandatory for ride aggregators and delivery service providers in Delhi to have electric vehicles as new additions for a part of their fleet of cars and two-wheelers.

It is due to all these and many other benefits of Battery Swapping Services which make them a core component of EV ecosystem in India.

The Delhi government is preparing to implement a new policy that will incentivize the use of electric vehicles (EVs) over CNG vehicles in the city's cab-and-bike aggregator industry. Under the policy, EVs may have lower license fees compared to CNG vehicles. The policy will also require bike taxis and two-wheeler rental services to use electric vehicles. Additionally, the policy will mandate the installation of panic buttons and integration with the Delhi Police helpline number for emergencies. The government aims for a phased transition to EVs, with all new commercial four-wheelers being EVs by 2030.