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Surge rate cap, rest for drivers in draft policy for app rides

The Free Press Journal - Mumbai

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October 11, 2025

Aim is to address concerns around fare transparency, passenger safety, service quality and driver welfare

- Kamal Mishra

In a move set to significantly reshape the app-based transport sector, the state government on Friday released the draft of the Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Aggregator Rules, 2025.

As per the draft rules, aggregators, including Ola, Uber and Rapido, cannot raise fares beyond 1.5 times during rush hours or festive seasons. The regulations are designed to protect the interests of both drivers and passengers, while ensuring fair business practices.

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Congress targets CBFC

Congress leaders mounted a sharp attack on the Central Board of Film Certification on Thursday, arguing that the refusal to grant a censor certificate to the Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan amounts to an assault on freedom of expression and reflects a deeper politicisation of statutory institutions.

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Union budget should extend PLI scheme to new tech sectors: EY

The existing ProductionLinked Incentive (PLI) scheme should be extended to cover new technology sectors such as AI, space, and robotics, and the FY27 Budget should prioritise growth continuity and tax certainty by bringing a scheme _ for Customs dispute resolution, EY India said on Thursday.

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PM: Our AI models should be distinct, promote desi content

PM said startups and artificial intelligence entrepreneurs are the co-architects of the country’s future

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January 09, 2026

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Shreyas denies BB Marathi buzz

Actor Shreyas Talpade dismisses rumours of joining Bigg Boss Marathi 6, calls reports false ahead of January 11 premiere launch

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72-Hour omkar chanting begins at Somnath

At Somnath, the first of the twelve Jyotirlingas and a symbol of national pride, Somnath Swab himan Parv is being celebrated under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Over 69K runners to participate in Mumbai Marathon

Amaron, Snickers and Red Bull on board as new partners

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January 09, 2026

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₹4.5 lakh job fraud five arrested

The cyber crime unit of Badaun police has busted a fake call centre involved in cheating job aspirants by offering fraudulent employment in banks and finance companies.

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January 09, 2026

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SITME 2026 to unveil beads nylon wire technology in India

The bead nylon wire espe ci ally made for Embroidery Beads Machinery will be la unched for the first time in ndia at the Surat Intern at ional fextile and Machinery Ex hi bition (SIT ME-2026) or ga nised by the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Co mmerce and ndustry (S GCCI).

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January 09, 2026

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Australia wins Ashes series 4-1

Home team registers a five-wicket win over England in Sydney

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January 09, 2026

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Cluster-led reforms can push gems & jewellery exports to $75 bn by 2030

As per the study, India has an unrealised export potential of $38 bn in the gems and jewellery sector

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