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Auto-booking app Namma Yatri goes live in Chennai

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Auto-booking app Namma Yatri goes live in Chennai

Chennai-based auto-booking app Namma Yatri has launched its zero-commission services in the city in collaboration with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC). The app, already with 10,000 drivers, plans to add 1 lakh more in the next 6 months in Chennai and expand to other cities in the state. Namma Yatri also recently launched in Delhi. The app has over 2 lakh drivers and 40 lakh customers, facilitating more than 2.5 crore trips.

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Namma Yatri and ONDC launch zero-commission auto rickshaw rides in Delhi

OutlookIndia

OutlookIndia · 1y ago

Namma Yatri and ONDC launch zero-commission auto rickshaw rides in Delhi

Namma Yatri, a part of the ONDC Network, has launched its zero-commission ride booking app for auto rickshaw drivers in Delhi. The app aims to improve first and last-mile connectivity with metro services and empower drivers to enhance their earnings. Namma Yatri already serves 7 cities and has provided commission-free rides for over 2.5 crore trips. It plans to onboard 50,000+ drivers in Delhi and integrate with public transportation for seamless multi-modal transportation.

Metro ticket bookings in Google Maps is now going live in Kochi and Chennai

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Metro ticket bookings in Google Maps is now going live in Kochi and Chennai

Google Maps is now enabling metro booking in Kochi and Chennai, thanks to the partnership between Google, Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), and Namma Yatri. This collaboration aims to enhance the public transport experience on Google Maps. Users in Kochi and Chennai can now book their metro tickets directly through the app, eliminating the need to queue at the stations. Google plans to expand this feature to more cities and modes of transport in the future, working closely with ONDC and Namma Yatri.

Namma Yatri goes live with cab service in Bengaluru

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Namma Yatri goes live with cab service in Bengaluru

Namma Yatri, a ride-hailing firm, has expanded its services to include cab-hailing in Bengaluru. The company previously focused on auto rickshaws and offered a daily subscription model, differentiating itself from Ola and Uber. Namma Yatri already offers cab rides in Kochi and Kolkata and is now highlighting its cab booking section in Bengaluru. This move comes as competitors Ola and Uber also begin to offer subscription-based plans for auto-rickshaw drivers on their platforms, following a similar model to Namma Yatri and Rapido.

Juspay's Namma Yatri launches in Tumakuru

IndianStartupNews

IndianStartupNews · 1y ago

Juspay's Namma Yatri launches in Tumakuru

Bengaluru-based ride-booking app Namma Yatri, part of the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), has expanded its services to Tumakuru. With grassroots support driven by word-of-mouth within the city's vibrant auto culture, the app aims to connect drivers directly with customers, enhancing drivers' earnings and providing safe, affordable, and convenient transportation options. Namma Yatri has onboarded over 300 drivers, emphasizing a people-first, tech-driven approach to digitize Tumakuru's mobility needs for a hassle-free and cost-effective commuting experience.

After Namma Yatri, Juspay Launches Auto & Cab-Hailing App Mana Yatri In Hyderabad

Inc42 · 1y ago

After Namma Yatri, Juspay Launches Auto & Cab-Hailing App Mana Yatri In Hyderabad

Juspay Technologies has launched a new ride-hailing app called Mana Yatri, following the success of its auto-rickshaw booking app Namma Yatri in Bengaluru. Mana Yatri, part of the ONDC network, allows users to book autos and cabs in Hyderabad. It offers a zero-commission business model for drivers and has already onboarded over 25,000 drivers, with plans to onboard 100,000 more in the next three months. The app is supported by the Telangana government and T-Hub incubator. It aims to enhance first and last-mile connectivity by integrating with public transport.

Namma Yatri's Parent MovingTech Extends Zero Commission Cab Service To Delhi NCR

Inc42 · 1y ago

Namma Yatri's Parent MovingTech Extends Zero Commission Cab Service To Delhi NCR

Yatri, a community-driven app for cabs and autos, is now fully launching under the revamped "Yatri" brand after a successful pilot with auto-rickshaws. The app is a part of the ONDC network. Digital payments startup Juspay spun off its ride-hailing subsidiary Namma Yatri and other mobility apps into a separate independent entity called MovingTech Innovations.

Namma Yatri raises $11 million in funding round led by Blume Ventures, Antler, others

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Namma Yatri raises $11 million in funding round led by Blume Ventures, Antler, others

Bengaluru-based ride-hailing app Namma Yatri has raised $11 million in a funding round led by Blume Ventures and Antler, with participation from Google. Namma Yatri, a spin-off of Juspay, plans to use the funds for technology, research and development, and to increase driver earnings. The ride-hailing platform initially offered services to auto drivers in Bengaluru without charging any commissions, but later introduced subscription fees. Namma Yatri expanded its services to include cab rides in April, targeting its largest market, Bengaluru, and aiming to compete with Ola and Uber.

Paytm Eyeing Foray Into Ride Hailing Space With Autorickshaw Offerings, To Challenge Ola, Uber

Inc42 · 1y ago

Paytm Eyeing Foray Into Ride Hailing Space With Autorickshaw Offerings, To Challenge Ola, Uber

Paytm, the fintech giant in India, is planning to enter the ride-hailing space by offering auto rickshaw booking services through its app. The service is currently being tested with select users and might expand to include cab bookings later on. Paytm aims to launch these ride-hailing services in tier 1 cities such as Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai. This move will challenge the dominance of Ola and Uber in the Indian ride-hailing market, which is already facing competition from emerging players like Rapido and BluSmart. Paytm's ride-hailing venture is facilitated by ONDC-backed Namma Yatri, which offers its services to driver partners through a subscription fee model.

Bengaluru: Ola Uber challenger Namma Yatri app to charge subscription fee from drivers

Money Control

Money Control · 2y ago

Bengaluru: Ola Uber challenger Namma Yatri app to charge subscription fee from drivers

Namma Yatri, the auto-hailing app supported by Bengaluru's Autorickshaw Drivers Union (ARDU), will introduce a subscription fee for drivers starting September 1. Drivers can opt for unlimited daily trips for Rs 25 or pay Rs 3.50 per ride (free after 10 trips). Namma Yatri, developed by Juspay per ONDC standards, was launched as an alternative to Ola and Uber, addressing concerns about high aggregator commissions.

Namma Yatri joins hands with Bengaluru City Police for women auto driving program

IndianStartupNews

IndianStartupNews · 1y ago

Namma Yatri joins hands with Bengaluru City Police for women auto driving program

Bengaluru-based ride-booking app Namma Yatri has launched the Mahila Shakti initiative, in partnership with the Bengaluru City Police and other organizations. The initiative aims to empower 1,000 women by training them as electric vehicle (EV) auto rickshaw drivers by June 2024. The program offers one-month training, support for starting their own businesses, and assistance in obtaining low-interest vehicle ownership. Since August 2023, the program has supported 50 women drivers who collectively earned INR 12 lakh and served 11,000 customers.

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