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Ola founder calls for AI in India to be built for common man's daily use![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Ola founder Bhavish Aggarwal was speaking at the 12th edition of INSIGHT: The DNA of Success, held at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore. He stressed upon the pivotal role of AI in cultural assimilation and daily utility.
Mint's Best of the Week | Why do we write? | Mint![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Last month, Groww became the largest stockbroker in India. TVS Motor is shifting its focus to the EV 2W market, trying to compete against Ola and Ather.
Congress leader endorses Narayana Murthy's call for 70-hour work week: ‘If India has to truly become great…’ | Mint![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Congress leader Manish Tewari endorsed Infosys chairman Narayana Murthy's 70-hour work week advice. MP Tiwari said that several public representatives like him work 12-15 hours a day. Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal was first of the supporters.
Douglas shooting: Man struck in head on Chicago's South Side![img](/img/external-link.svg)
A 20-year-old man was shot in the head Tuesday night on Chicago's South Side. The victim was taken to the University of Chicago Hospital in critical condition. Vanguard cut the worth of its shares in Ani Technologies, Ola’s holding firm.
Ex-teacher accused of sex acts with minor; Police fear there may be more victims![img](/img/external-link.svg)
A former teacher in Maryland is accused of engaging in sex acts with a minor. Police fear there may be more victims. Vanguard slashes Ola valuation by 60%-plus; NB reduces Pharmeasy's by over 90%.
Country music stars return to Music City for the 57th annual CMA Awards![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Vanguard slashes Ola valuation by 60%-plus; NB reduces Pharmeasy's by over 90%. Figma adds three generative AI features to its FigJam whiteboard tool. Malwarebytes makes B2B unit spin-off official, launches ThreatDown.
From Ashneer Grover To Ola CEO, How People Are Reacting To The 70-Hour Work Week Debate![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Narayana Murthy said last week that 'young people should work 70 hours a week' Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal agreed with the 70-hour work week suggestion. Former Shark Tank India judge Ashneer Grover said that Murthy's suggestion probably upset the public.
BigBasket gets highest score, Ola and Porter score zero in fair working conditions for gig workers | Mint![img](/img/external-link.svg)
BigBasket gets highest score, Ola and Porter score zero in fair working conditions for gig workers. Ola, Porter, Uber, Dunzo, Amazon Flex, and Flipkart are the worst performers.
BigBasket gets highest score, Ola and Porter score zero in fair working conditions for gig workers | Mint![img](/img/external-link.svg)
BigBasket scores highest on fair work principles, Ola and Porter score zero. Ola, Porter, Uber, Dunzo, Amazon Flex, and Flipkart are the worst performers. BigBasket scored the highest point across five principles (fair pay, fair conditions, fair contract, fair management and fair representation)
Only three e-commerce platforms have minimum wage policy: study![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Only three platforms Bigbasket, Flipkart, and Urban Company had minimum wage policy. Only two companies, BluSmart and Swiggy, institutionalised regular, external audits to check for biases in their work allocation systems. Two platforms – Ola and Porter – did not receive any points under the five principles.
CCTV, Panic Buttons To Be Installed In Buses, Cabs In UP To Ensure Safety![img](/img/external-link.svg)
21,155 buses, Ola and Uber have been identified to install panic buttons, CCTV. Under the Safe City Project, the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh is establishing Day Care Centers for senior citizens.
ICC World Cup 2023: Lucknow police issues traffic advisory for India vs England match today; Check route diversions here | Mint![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Lucknow police issues traffic advisory for India vs England match today. Around 50 city buses will operate during the match. Busses and Auto rickshaws, taxis like Ola, uber and others will not be allowed to board or disembark passengers on Shaheed Path.
App-Based Cabs Including Ola, Uber Go On Indefinite Strike In Patna; Demands Better Remuneration, Bike Taxi Ban![img](/img/external-link.svg)
App-Based Cabs Including Ola, Uber Go On Indefinite Strike In Patna; Demands Better Remuneration, Bike Taxi Ban. The striking drivers have various demands including minimum business guarantee to the tune of Rs 1,500 per day, the companies open offices in the city.
Narayana Murthy's ‘70-hour work week’ advice for youngsters divides internet![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Narayana Murthy called India’s work productivity 'lowest' when compared to the other developed countries. Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal agreed with Murthy, saying it is not ‘our moment to work less and entertain ourselves’
Narayana Murthy's ‘70-hour work week’ advice for youngsters divides internet![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Narayana Murthy called India’s work productivity 'lowest' when compared to the other developed countries. “Our youngsters need to work for at least 70 hours a week,” he added. Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal agreed with Murthy, saying it is not “our moment to work less and entertain ourselves”
Bengaluru auto drivers earn ₹189 crore through Namma Yatri app![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Namma Yatri connects customers directly to auto drivers and aims to tap into the market with affordable fares for customers by removing the middlemen. The app was launched amid the tussle between the transport department and ride-hailing giants Ola and Uber, accused of charging exorbitant fees.
Haryana to model ambulance system after Ola, Uber, says Haryana CM![img](/img/external-link.svg)
The government is planning to establish an Ola and Uber-style system for immediate ambulance assistance in the state. Under this move, a unified pool of both government and private ambulances across the state will be created. The Haryana government on Tuesday said 13 new projects worth more than ₹284 crore will be implemented.
Haryana to model ambulance system after Ola, Uber, says Haryana CM![img](/img/external-link.svg)
The government is planning to establish an Ola and Uber-style system for immediate ambulance assistance in the state. Under this move, a unified pool of both government and private ambulances across the state will be created so that patients receive prompt assistance from the nearest available ambulance.
Rs 4,000 Crore IPO: India's Largest Two-Wheeler Maker Hero's Financial Arm To Get Listed In 2024![img](/img/external-link.svg)
India's largest two-wheeler maker, Hero MotoCorp's financial arm, Hero Fincorp, is busy in the process of launching its IPO soon. Oyo, Ola, Tata Technologies, Swiggy, and ITC Hotels already among the big guns getting ready to launch their IPOs.
Ola, Uber cab drivers stage protest in Pune, flyers inconvenienced![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Around 300 Ola and Uber cab drivers staged a protest on Monday over the low fares paid to them. The drivers refused to take passengers from the airport, and demanded a change in policy and increase in per-kilometre fares.