The Bombay High Court has disposed of a petition challenging the state's Marathi language requirement for commercial vehicle drivers. The ruling follows the Maharashtra government's decision to grant a one-year extension for drivers to meet the linguistic mandate.

Authorities detained a 38-year-old cab driver accused of threatening a family of tourists with violence to extort 600 euros following a ride from the airport.

Hundreds of people were left stranded after cab drivers in Assam blocked a highway to protest violence that occurred in Shillong, triggered by a 'black-flag' motorcycle rally.

A man has been arrested in Gurugram for assaulting a woman cab driver and showing her an obscene video, an incident the driver recorded and posted online, subsequently going viral.

An auto-rickshaw driver was fatally assaulted with an iron rod and awl by a cab driver in Gurgaon following a dispute over right-of-way, with passersby reportedly failing to intervene.

A cabin crew member in Hyderabad was allegedly raped by her cab driver while traveling to the airport. Police arrested the 23-year-old driver from Shamshabad who confessed to the offense.

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria's (FAAN) new ride-booking app, ACHRAMS, has led to significant protests among airport cab drivers, sparking controversy over digital taxi reforms.

An Ontario man, previously hospitalized for sexually assaulting a close female relative and others, including children and a vulnerable elderly male patient, is now deemed no longer a risk. He also assaulted his father and a cab driver.

Police are investigating a cab driver accused of the rape and murder of a 10-year-old girl in South Delhi, with forensic reports pending on evidence found at the scene and in the vehicle.

A Delhi cab driver has been arrested in connection with the brutal rape and murder of a child, reportedly returning home to 'freshen up' after the crime.

A cab driver has been arrested in Delhi for the rape and murder of a 10-year-old girl found on a footpath. He has also been booked in other attempt-to-murder cases, with authorities noting his lack of remorse.

Cab drivers in Delhi are struggling with a significant dip in their earnings as fuel prices increase, with a full tank now costing Rs 750 compared to Rs 600 previously. The rising operational costs are impacting their livelihood.

A cab driver in India claims to have increased his monthly earnings from Rs 25,000 to nearly Rs 1 lakh after quitting his previous job.

An 18-year-old Chinese boy publicly kowtowed to his adoptive mother after completing his gaokao, expressing gratitude for her years of devotion and working as a cab driver to fund his medical treatments.

A cab driver was captured on video assaulting an elderly man, prompting E Shinde to order an attempted murder case against the driver, who was also seen picking up a stone to hit the victim.

A cab driver was killed in Mumbai's Malad East after a BEST bus crashed into a parked vehicle.

Hong Kong authorities have postponed plans to reduce the age threshold for mandatory medical certification and annual check-ups for taxi and commercial vehicle drivers.

A review of the Canadian film "Self Driver" describes it as a satirical thriller where a desperate cab driver joins a sinister app-based service. The film offers a modern-day Travis Bickle-esque take on the gig economy.

Routine disputes are occurring between cab drivers and passengers, reportedly due to ride-hailing applications failing to adequately communicate fare policies, leading to frequent clashes.

CEO of private hire group says cab drivers need protection against ‘predatory pricing’

An IT professional in Pune had two fingers of his left hand bitten by a cab driver after a dispute over fare.

Indian-origin cab driver in Australia sues Queensland police for racial targeting: False allegation of indecent act, cops called Indians perverts

Even in the 80s and 90s, the articulated Ikarus buses, iconic 'cab drivers', were a common sight on the streets of many Czech cities.

A woman from Delhi reportedly hid in a forest area after her cab driver allegedly diverted the vehicle from the highway and attempted to molest her while on the way to Nainital.

An industrial machine weighing 40 tonnes fell from a container onto a cab on Mumbai's BPT Road, instantly killing the cab driver.

Robotaxis are preparing to launch in London, making the city a significant testing ground for autonomous vehicles, a development that has been met with disapproval by traditional black cab drivers.

The Maharashtra government has extended the deadline for auto and taxi drivers to learn Marathi by one year, as announced by Chief Minister Fadnavis.

Maharashtra taxi drivers have petitioned the Bombay High Court to halt a government initiative requiring all drivers to pass a monthly assessment of their Marathi language proficiency.

A cab driver in Lucknow claims his account was suspended for 99 years after he asked four passengers to leave his vehicle due to their repeated use of casteist slurs.

Shobhna Avasthi, a single mother in Mumbai, balances two careers and a passion for driving as a cab driver, sharing her unique story.

Three individuals have been arrested in Delhi for allegedly robbing and killing a cab driver, reportedly for 'easy money'.

A woman cabin crew member alleged rape by a cab driver on July 20 near Hyderabad airport, where the incident occurred at an isolated construction site. Police registered a rape case based on the victim's complaint and subsequently arrested the 23-year-old accused driver at his residence.

The story of a PhD holder who works as a lecturer by day and a cab driver by evening has ignited a debate about the availability and nature of academic jobs.

A Delhi cab driver has voiced concerns over the severe impact of poor road conditions on his earnings, arguing that road repairs should take precedence over the introduction of E20 petrol. He noted that damaged roads significantly increase vehicle repair costs and fuel consumption.

In the Pune murder probe, a cab driver claimed that Siya Goyal's brother forcibly made her sit in the vehicle when they were picked up from Pune, driving her to Mumbai Airport.

Delhi Police are set to propose new measures to the government, including building shelters for the homeless and implementing mandatory screening for cab drivers, to enhance public safety and welfare.

A cab driver has confessed to the kidnapping, rape, and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Delhi, whose last words were 'Papa Mujhe Bacha Lo'.

An 11-year-old girl from Delhi was kidnapped, raped, and murdered by a cab driver, with her body later discovered near the Gurugram border. Her father recounted the harrowing moments of her final cry, 'Papa...', as he desperately tried to save her, while one suspect has been apprehended.

An 11-year-old girl from Delhi was kidnapped, raped, and murdered by a cab driver, with her body later discovered near the Gurugram border. One suspect has been apprehended in connection with the horrific crime.

Rapper French Montana has reportedly donated $75,000 to a New York cab driver whose taxi was destroyed during celebrations for the Knicks title, as revealed on 'CBS Mornings'.

Maharashtra authorities have ordered a crackdown on app-based cab drivers following concerns raised by Kalyan MP Dr Shrikant Eknath Shinde regarding alleged instances of commuter exploitation, particularly forced tips, across the state.

Cab drivers in Delhi are reportedly dissatisfied with a new Vietnamese venture, citing low weekly earnings of only Rs 1,064.

A cab driver in China charged a tearful boy a significantly reduced fare, expressing a wish that others would show similar kindness to his own children.

A Mumbai court has sentenced a cab driver to jail after he was accused of an inappropriate act, rejecting his defense that kissing a woman's hand was part of 'hospitality culture.' The court deemed his actions unacceptable and not a normal course of conduct.

More than 2,000 tricab drivers in Quezon, Bukidnon, received P5,000 each in cash assistance as part of a government initiative to alleviate the impact of increasing fuel costs.

A Rapido cab driver was attacked following an argument over a fare, leading to the booking of six individuals, including four women.

Grab will temporarily increase metered taxi fares to help GrabCab drivers cope with the rising fuel costs, which are impacting their operational expenses.

An Indian-origin cab driver in Australia has filed a lawsuit against the Queensland Police, alleging racial vilification and biased investigation after an officer reportedly called Indians 'a bunch of f***ing perverts' during an incident where an indecent act charge was later dropped.

A cab driver reportedly stole a gold chain and an iPhone from a passenger who was intoxicated.

Police investigating the murder of a cab driver revealed that the accused engineering student made multiple calls to a lawyer during the trip, raising questions about the circumstances of the crime.

The initiative aims to transform autorickshaw and cab drivers from mere transporters of passengers to cultural ambassadors who explain the history and heritage of the region to tourists

A 35-year-old cab driver was shot in Northeast Delhi after intervening in a fight to protect his teenage son.

A cab driver, identified as Nagesh, has been arrested after a woman passenger accused him of demanding an inflated fare of ₹1,448 instead of the app-shown ₹982 and misbehaving with her.

A new state regulation requires Mumbai auto-rickshaw and cab drivers to learn basic Marathi phrases, enabling them to formally refuse rides for various reasons under government-supervised training programs.

A cab driver, his wife, and son have been arrested in Delhi for allegedly murdering a passenger following an escalated dispute over a fare. The victim was found with severe injuries.

A Delhi cab driver was observed practicing English at 4 AM, driven by the desire to improve his skills for better professional opportunities.

The Maharashtra government has implemented a new rule requiring all taxi and app-based cab drivers to speak Marathi, with violations potentially leading to permit revocation. This move aims to ensure local language proficiency for public transport operators.

A manhunt is underway in New York City after a masked gunman allegedly shot a cab driver in the face during an overnight robbery.

A cab driver died and a woman passenger was seriously injured in Gurugram when an iron rod protruding from an overloaded e-rickshaw pierced the cab's windshield during a collision.

A cab driver canceled a ride after a passenger lit a cigarette, leading to a viral incident and widespread reactions on the internet, with the driver stating, 'I'm not your servant.'

In Regla, neighbors, pedicab drivers, and even police stopped in front of a bar with a generator during the Argentina and Cabo Verde match. The post Watching the World Cup in Havana Without Electricity appeared first on Havana Times.

A cab driver has shared details of the moments leading up to a car explosion on a highway in Karnataka, India, which resulted in one fatality. The incident is under investigation.

Bahrain Mujagata, at just 21 years old, is London's youngest black-cab driver, successfully balancing his taxi driving career with university studies and acting classes.

Delhi police have arrested a cab driver suspected of kidnapping, raping, and murdering a 10-year-old girl. The arrest was made possible through the father's memory and a digital trail left by the suspect.

A cab driver accused of the rape and murder of a girl in Delhi was injured in a police encounter after attempting to flee following his arrest.

A 10-year-old girl was kidnapped from a Delhi footpath, then raped and killed. Police swiftly arrested the accused, identified as 25-year-old Bablu, an app-based cab driver, within four hours of the incident.

French Montana has offered to help a taxi driver whose cab was damaged during celebrations for the Knicks championship. The rapper is actively seeking to locate the driver to provide assistance.

A cab driver has been arrested in Thane, India, for assaulting a senior citizen, an incident captured in a viral video. Police used a fake cab ride to apprehend the suspect.

Police in Ulsan, South Korea, have commended a taxi driver for his quick thinking, which prevented a scam that would have cost a victim approximately 140 million won ($90,500).

A 28-year-old cab driver in Hyderabad died by suicide, leaving a video alleging betrayal by a woman who promised marriage and gave their son to someone else, leading police to register an abetment to suicide case.

A cab driver in Bengaluru has been arrested on charges of molesting his neighbor and subsequently attacking her husband.

Maharashtra state has temporarily suspended action against auto and cab drivers, a decision linked to an ongoing "Marathi issue."

A tragic accident in Bengaluru saw a speeding trailer truck collide with a parked MUV, igniting a devastating blaze that claimed the life of a 23-year-old cab driver trapped inside his vehicle.

Cab drivers across Gurugram, India, are on strike today, demanding the introduction of customer KYC (Know Your Customer) to reduce incidents of attacks on drivers.

An investment analysis piece suggests that investors should 'buy the dip' in five specific oversold software stocks, citing a bearish sentiment from a 'Miami Cab Driver' as a contrarian indicator.

A 30-year-old Punjabi cab driver, Devinder Singh, was tragically shot and killed in North Battleford, Canada, while on a pickup. Police are investigating the homicide, which occurred when a man reportedly followed a female passenger and opened fire. Devinder, who had moved to Canada four years ago, was a driver for Crown Cab and co-owned a café with his wife.

The woman escaped the cab and spent the night in a forest area where she was found by local women on March 6.

Olive Nwosu's first feature centers around a Lagos cab driver who accepts a gig shuttling her childhood friend and other sex workers around the city.

Robotaxis are set to be introduced in London, but the city's traditional black cab drivers express skepticism about their arrival and potential impact.

A UK cab driver has been sentenced to nine years in jail for raping a woman who fell asleep in his car after he helped her into her residence.