NationalFriday, 14 August 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
Centre tells taxi apps not to ask for tips before rides under 2025 aggregator rules
The Centre has told online taxi companies to stop asking for tips in advance and align app changes with the 2025 Motor Vehicle Aggregator Rules.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In August 2026, the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways told online taxi aggregators such as Ola and Uber to remove advance tip prompts from their apps in line with the 2025 Motor Vehicle Aggregator Rules.
Key specifics
- The instruction applies to online taxi companies such as Ola and Uber.
- The Ministry cited the 2025 Motor Vehicle Aggregator Rules.
- Advance tips and “quick taxi availability” charges were the app features under scrutiny.
- Passengers may still give tips voluntarily after the ride is completed.
- No deduction can be made from tips paid by passengers, according to the Centre’s clarification.
Exam lens
Governance and consumer rights MCQ focus: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Ola-Uber apps, 2025 Aggregator Rules, voluntary post-ride tips — a TNPSC one-liner on digital consumer protection and transport regulation.