January 23, 2026

Karnataka High Court Legalizes Bike Taxis, Welcomed by Uber, Rapido, and Riders

The Karnataka High Court has permitted bike taxis to operate legally, directing authorities to register them under transport laws. Uber, Rapido, riders, and commuters have welcomed this decision, hoping it improves Bengaluru's last-mile connectivity and creates job opportunities.

January 23, 2026

WEF Sets Up Five New Fourth Industrial Revolution Centres, Including Andhra Pradesh

The World Economic Forum is opening five new Centres for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, one in Andhra Pradesh. These centres will focus on AI, energy, and cyber resilience.

January 23, 2026

Telangana to Set Up 25 EV Charging Stations for 2,200 Electric Buses in Hyderabad

Telangana's power company plans 25 charging stations in Hyderabad bus depots to support 2,200 new electric buses. The project needs 124 MW power and will start soon.

January 23, 2026

Karnataka High Court Allows Bike Taxis, Orders Registration Under Motor Vehicles Act

Karnataka High Court clears the way for bike taxis like Uber, Ola, and Rapido. It directs registering bikes as transport vehicles and issuing permits to operate legally.

January 23, 2026

Apple Asks Indian Court to Halt CCI’s Probe Over App Store Financial Data

Apple is fighting India’s Competition Commission to block access to its global financial records. The tech giant argues this move could hurt its challenge against penalty rules, while the court hearing is set for January 27, 2026.