Govt probes Ola and Uber

Uber denies implementing phone model-based pricing in India
Uber said it does not set ride prices based on a user's phone model, shortly after an Indian government body alleged that the ride-hailing giant and its domestic rival Ola use differential pricing for Android and Apple phones.
Govt notice to Ola, Uber over 'differential pricing' for Apple, Android users
Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notices to cab aggregators Uber and Ola for allegedly charging different fares based on mobile operating systems. This action follows a report showing fare discrepancies on Android and iPhones.
Ola And Uber Served Notices: Ministry Probes 'Differential Pricing' Allegations — Are You Overpaying?
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has issued notices to Ola and Uber over allegations of charging consumers differently based on their mobile devices and battery levels. A viral post by a Delhi entrepreneur sparked claims of "differential pricing,
India sends notices to Uber, Ola over pricing disparity on Apple and Android phones
An Indian government body has sent notices to ride-hailing firms Ola and Uber over alleged differential pricing for Android and Apple phones, the country's consumer affairs minister, Pralhad Joshi, said in a post on X on Thursday.
Govt heat on Ola, Uber over differential pricing on iPhone, Android phones
The Central Consumer Protection Authority has issued notices to Ola and Uber over claims of differential pricing based on the type of mobile used, Android or iPhone. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi emphasized zero tolerance for consumer exploitation,
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi says notice issued to Ola, Uber for showing differential pricing
Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Pralhad Joshi, announced on Thursday that the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notices to major cab aggregators, Ola and Uber, over alleged differential pricing based on the type of smartphone being used by consumers.
Uber, Ola face legal notices over alleged pricing based on device type
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs issued notices to ride-hailing platforms Ola and Uber on Thursday, demanding clarification regarding allegations of price variation based on the type of mobile device used for booking rides.

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