-1770449804974_d.png "Mumbai: App-based taxi, auto drivers go on day-long strike nationwide")
Drivers of app-based taxis and autorickshaws across Maharashtra and other parts of the country went on a day-long strike to protest against alleged arbitrary fare policies, illegal bike taxi operations, and issues related to mandatory panic button installations. While unions claimed strong participation, app-based services remained partially open
07 February,2026 01:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
A delegation of transport and delivery gig workers met Rahul Gandhi, seeking central legislation and faster implementation in Congress-ruled states. The meeting comes ahead of a nationwide strike protesting falling incomes and lack of minimum fares
07 February,2026 09:47 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Cab and autorickshaw drivers across India are observing a one-day nationwide strike today to protest against illegal bike taxi services and what they call unfair fare policies of app-based firms like Ola, Uber and Rapido. Drivers have also raised safety concerns and objected to costly panic button installations
07 February,2026 08:16 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
Maharashtra Kamgar Sabha and Indian Gig Workers Forum said illegal bike taxi services are operating openly across the country despite repeated warnings from transport authorities
06 February,2026 07:55 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. AklekarADVERTISEMENT
