New Delhi, July 3, 2026 (AFP) - India takes down battery apps after stalled e-rickshaw rides

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2026-07-03
Indian officials said Friday they had taken down two smartphone apps following reports that some e-rickshaws could be remotely shut down, exploiting a security gap in the budget vehicles. Many e-rickshaws, the battery-powered version of the popular mode of transportation in India, often use Chinese-made, Bluetooth-enabled battery management units which lack safety features. Over the last few days, videos of people using Chinese battery management......
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