IBTimes

The rules apply across all digital payment modes including cards, UPI, and prepaid instruments, covering both domestic and international transactions. High-value recurring payments such as insurance premiums, mutual fund subscriptions, and credit card bills above 1 lakh will also require enhanced authentication.

PIB Fact Check has flagged a viral AI-generated video falsely showing Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman promoting a high-return investment scheme. The video claims that an investment of Rs 22,000 can yield Rs 5.5 lakh in a week, which the government has clarified is completely fake

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 opened higher on Thursday, tracking positive global cues as geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran showed signs of easing. Gains were driven by sectors like realty, financials, and consumer durables, with mid-cap and small-cap stocks outperforming.

Gold and silver prices edged higher on the Multi Commodity Exchange, supported by optimism over easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia following remarks by Donald Trump. Gold traded near 1.55 lakh per 10 grams.