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Leh protest enters third day; Hunger strike intensifies as KDA joins stir
Protests in Leh have entered a third day with participants demanding statehood and constitutional safeguards. Members of the Apex Body Leh and religious leaders joined a hunger strike to push their demands. Around 40 volunteers also participated in a hunger strike during the day. The Kargil Democratic Alliance participated in the protests but were denied access to Sonam Wangchuk.
Hondo Rodeo Fest 2026: Champions claim $12,000 wins on opening night as $1 million competition goes underway
The 2026 Hondo Rodeo Fest was a spectacle, where professional cowboys and cowgirls battled for impressive cash awards. On the first night, Kade Bruno stood out in the saddle bronc competition, whereas Daniel Keeping dominated the bull riding event. Lisa Lockhart lit up barrel racing once more, proving her elite status. The atmosphere was amplified by live country music performances, captivating the audience.
Congress believes in making workers partners, will stand by gig workers: Rahul Gandhi in Hyderabad
Congress and Telangana government have launched the Gig Workers’ Social Security and Welfare Scheme in Hyderabad. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi emphasized the importance of data rights for gig workers during the event. He noted that workers currently lack access to their work-related information from digital platforms. Additionally, he addressed the challenging working conditions faced by gig workers while promising improvements.
'Life was looking worthless': Ankur Warikoo reveals how Rang De Basanti and The Social Network affected him
Ankur Warikoo recalled how Rang De Basanti made him feel he was living a selfish life, while The Social Network left him feeling unsuccessful. Reflecting on both films, he explained how movies can make people question their own choices and achievements. He observed that viewers often see their own stories through the characters on screen.
5,000 Patwaris on strike in Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh government has suspended more than 140 patwaris amid an ongoing indefinite strike involving 5,000 revenue officials. Additionally, 3,912 patwaris received notices for their participation in the strike and 1,007 received show-cause notices. Furthermore, 186 others were given final warning letters instructing them to return to work promptly.
Billions in Nvidia chips, empty offices: The mystery of Megaspeed and Alice Huang, the alleged Chinese spy linked to Jensen Huang
Alice Huang, under investigation for espionage, is said to have associations with Megaspeed, a rising player in Nvidia chip dealings. The company has drawn attention for its financial growth over the past year, yet its ties to Chinese tech giants like Alibaba have raised red flags. Due to uncertain details about her links to Megaspeed, Huang has faced travel constraints, spotlighting serious issues regarding export laws and technology transfers.
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Ola fined Rs 10 lakh for seeking extra payments before rides are confirmed
The Central Consumer Protection Authority has penalized ANI Technologies for its misleading payment practices on Ola. The regulator noted that soliciting add-on payments misleads consumers and constitutes an unfair trade practice. This feature suggested that paying extra could expedite ride allocation, despite evidence depicting the opposite. Ola has been ordered to cease this practice immediately and ensure compliance with consumer protection laws.
Microsoft struggles to restore services as outage hits companies and governments worldwide
Microsoft's services like Outlook and Teams faced a significant global outage, disrupting operations for numerous users and businesses. Companies from Japan to Australia reported various issues, with Microsoft working urgently to resolve them. Despite some initial restoration of services, problems persisted, affecting email functionalities and productivity. Many governments, including Japan and the Philippines, took steps to ensure communication remained operational amidst the outage.
India suffer 244-run humiliation as New Zealand pacer Matt Henry runs riot
India faced a significant defeat against New Zealand in the fourth ODI, losing by 244 runs. Pacer Matt Henry took 6 wickets for 27 runs, which devastated India's batting lineup. India, chasing a target of 334 runs, was bowled out for just 89 runs. The defeat reduced India's Series lead to 2-1, while one match remains. The third ODI had ended in no result due to rain.
Woman books bike taxi, rider arrives on KTM sports bike; she says expensive doesn't mean comfortable for everyone
A woman has described an uncomfortable bike taxi ride after a Rapido rider arrived on a KTM motorcycle. Although she initially refused to travel on the bike, she agreed after the rider said it was his first ride and insisted on accepting payment only after dropping her at the destination. She said the experience made her decide against booking similar rides again.
Ola passengers asked to pay tips to get faster rides, but data shows extra payments didn't improve confirmation chances; company ordered to pay Rs 10 lakh fine
Central Consumer Protection Authority has fined Ola's parent company ANI Technologies Rs 10 lakh for soliciting advance tips and add-on payments before cab confirmation. The regulator found that Ola's own data showed lower driver acceptance rates for rides with add-ons and ordered the company to discontinue the prompts.
Tornado watch issued for Lehigh Valley; damaging winds, hail and isolated tornado possible as storms approach; what have forecasters warned?
According to local media reports, the southern half of the region is at a slight risk of severe weather. Meanwhile the northern half is at a marginal risk. The update was issued by the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey. The forecasters stated that through the afternoon, isolated tornado, damaging winds, and hail were possible. Notably, the Lehigh Valley, Berks County, and Bucks County were placed under a tornado watch until 7pm Thursday.
Vietnam’s Green SM set for Bengaluru debut by December, ruffling ride-hailing market
Senior government officials said Karnataka has granted Green SM an aggregator licence under the Karnataka On-demand Transportation Technology Aggregators Rules, 2016, after the company fulfilled all regulatory requirements.
US sues Lyft, alleges discrimination against disabled riders
The US Justice Department sued Lyft on Monday, alleging the ride-hailing services provider discriminated against passengers with disabilities, including those who use service animals and mobility devices such as stowable wheelchairs.
She booked a Rapido ride and found love: How a choreographer fell for an athlete who drove to fund his dreams
Ekta's first Rapido ride resulted in an unexpected romantic connection with Parth, her driver. They discovered mutual support for their professional ambitions during their relationship. Parth is an athlete who represented India, while Ekta works as a choreographer. As they faced challenges in their careers, they encouraged each other to achieve their respective goals. Their journey highlights how an ordinary bike ride can lead to meaningful connections in life.
Mumbai woman fell in love with Rapido driver. Years later, she worked with Ranveer Singh and he represented India at World Championship. How a simple bike ride changed their lives forever
Ekta Kaushlya, a talented choreographer, crossed paths with Parth Chamaria, a dedicated Rapido driver, during her inaugural ride in Mumbai. Their engaging chat unearthed Parth's fervent dreams of becoming an athlete, despite financial hurdles. After their ride, Ekta reached out, initiating a bond that would blend their personal and professional lives. Supported by one another, they navigated their demanding careers, with Parth even representing India at an international competition.
Karnataka, Uber discuss passenger safety, regulatory issues and urban transport
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge recently met with the Uber India Public Policy team to discuss urban mobility. The discussions emphasized passenger safety, regulatory issues, and improvements in urban commuting services. Kharge mentioned that further engagement with ride-hailing platforms will enhance public transportation. Additionally, initiatives like the Bengaluru Urban Mobility Mission are underway to address traffic management and safety.
Indian popular tourist spot ranked in among World’s top 10 beaches. Check the list
Goa's Palolem Beach has secured the sixth position in the Global Beach Index 2026, becoming the only Asian beach in the global top 25. Known for its palm-lined bay, calm waters and beachside restaurants, it offers activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding and dolphin-watching trips. The list features 10 beaches across four continents.
MakeMyTrip enters shared mobility segment with majority stake in Quick Ride
MakeMyTrip announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Quick Ride, a shared mobility platform. The investment aims to strengthen its presence in the shared mobility segment, complementing existing ground transportation services. Quick Ride’s operations will be led by its current promoters under a new entity called Co Ride Mobility Private Limited. The acquisition reflects MakeMyTrip's strategy to expand its capabilities across various travel segments.
Uber's profit forecast disappoints as driver shortages, Middle East conflict hurt
The company is responding by spending more to recruit and retain drivers, a cost that will be watched closely because it comes as the company also funds a major push into autonomous vehicles and a string of acquisitions.
ETtech Explainer: Food delivery, ride-hailing firms differ on gig worker welfare levy calculation
Food delivery and quick-commerce companies such as Zomato and Swiggy are seeking a levy based on the value of transactions facilitated through their platforms, while cab and bike-taxi aggregators such as Uber and Rapido want it to be calculated on their own turnover rather than the total value of rides facilitated.
Premji's deeptech bets; Razorpay gets IPO nod
Happy Thursday! Premji Invest is stepping up its bets on defence and aerospace manufacturing.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
National Sandwich Day deals 2026: Subway, Jersey Mike’s, Jimmy John’s, Krispy Kreme and more - where to go after voting today in the midterm elections
National Sandwich Day 2026 brings deals from Subway, Jersey Mike’s, Jimmy John’s and other chains on November 3. Americans can also check Election Day offers, including a free Krispy Kreme doughnut, discounted Lyft rides and a Hertz rental promotion. Terms and availability vary by offer.
China's Baidu launches AI model simulating road environment for robotaxis
Apollo World can generate "up to 100,000 km" (62,000 miles) of simulated driving daily, equivalent to about three years of real-world testing by a safety-driver-equipped autonomous vehicle, Baidu said. The system is capable of producing real-time multimodal data streams, such as camera and lidar observations, enabling self-driving systems to directly sense and navigate simulated environments.
Singapore's Grab lifts 2026 forecasts on strong ride-hailing, delivery demand
Singapore's Grab lifted its annual forecasts on Tuesday, helped by steady growth in its ride-hailing unit, while demand for its delivery services benefited from promotional offers and expansion into categories beyond groceries.
From bikes to billions: Rapido’s gross order value quadruples in two years to $4 billion
The Bengaluru-based company is averaging around 8.3 million orders a day across its services, making it one of India’s largest consumer internet platforms by transaction volumes. Ride-hailing continues to comprise more than 95% of the company’s daily average orders.
OpenAI’s India user base doubles; Rapido GOV quadruples
Happy Tuesday! India has become ChatGPT’s largest market globally, with its user base doubling. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Waymo in Japan: Driverless taxis launch planned for 2027 with Toyota partnership, local bZ4X EVs to be fitted with self-driving technology; UK expansion next
Toyota Waymo partnership: Toyota and Waymo will begin testing a fleet of autonomous bZ4X electric vehicles in Japan in 2027, with expansion to the UK and other markets planned later. Toyota will manufacture and equip the vehicles at its Aichi plant, while Waymo will provide its fully autonomous driving technology.
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