Bharat Taxi: India's Govt launches zero-commission app for affordable rides.

• The Indian government launched "Bharat Taxi," a new app-based taxi service.
• Bharat Taxi aims to provide affordable, reliable, and transparent travel, addressing issues faced with private taxi services.
• It operates on a zero-commission model, ensuring 100% of fares go to drivers, and has over 51,000 registered drivers.
• Currently launched on a pilot basis in Delhi, with a full nationwide rollout planned for January 2026.
• The service is based on a cooperative principle, supported by major cooperative societies like Amul and IFFCO.

Why It Matters: New government taxi app offers cheaper, safer travel, challenging private monopolies.