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UPI Framework Explained: P2P Payments, MDR Rules and Transaction Limits

New Delhi, Sept 16: The new UPI framework keeps person-to-person (P2P) transactions completely free, while specified merchant payments above Rs 2

Fake food test certificates raise safety concerns in Karnataka

Bengaluru: Concerns have been raised over alleged irregularities in laboratory testing of packaged food products, with some private laboratories

Jos Buttler Surpasses Rohit Sharma to Become Second-Highest T20I Run-Scorer

Englands Jos Buttler has stormed past Rohit Sharma to become the second-highest run-scorer in T20I history, following his 80-run blitz against Sr

Can ancient virus return? What 500-year-old smallpox DNA reveals

Oxford: Smallpox is the only human infectious disease to have been eradicated worldwide. Researchers have now recovered fragments of ancient DNA

Gurugram hit-and-run case: Biker says Bainsla

Gurugram: Biker Shivani Chauhan, alias Sia, the victim of an on-camera hit-and-run in Gurugram, said the arrest of accused Kalyan Bainsla was not

SIR: Deletions go up in Phase 3 with more marked as Shifted or Absent

The 17 States and UTs that have released draft SIR rolls so far in Phase 3 have seen a total of 17.1% deletions, a 4.8 percentage points jump fro

CJP protest: SC refuses panel reconstitution over

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has refused to reconstitute a five-member high-powered committee set up to examine alleged police excesses against s

Why Keralam is facing a power crisis | Explained

Keralam is facing a severe power crisis, leading Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to announce emergency measures. Congress-led UDF govt is now colla

Maddinson and Shaw named New South Wales captains

Jack Edwards has stepped back from the role as the state looks to the start of Brad Haddin's first season in charge

India, Pakistani naval ships collide in international waters; MEA calls conduct 'unprofessional'

Fintech Stocks React To New UPI Merchant Charges

The Indian government has introduced a 0.4% fee on UPI transfers above Rs 2,000 made to merchants, effective October 15, ending nearly six years

Maoist Nakka Susheela Rani surrenders before police after 34 yrs

Nizamabad (Telangana): Senior Maoist member Nakka Susheela Rani, who has been associated with the outlawed group for the last 34 years, surrender

Mandakini breaks silence on viral Dawood photo

Sujeet Kalkal Becomes First Indian to Qualify for World Wrestling Championships

Rising freestyle wrestler Sujeet Kalkal has made history by becoming the first Indian to qualify for the World Wrestling Championships 2026 in As

Ed Sheeran and rapper Macklemore controversy explained: What did the Perfect singer say in his defence?

Singer Ed Sheeran and American rapper Macklemore are the newsmakers of the day. More so, after the Perfect singer addressed the controversy surro

Who has to pay MDR on UPI and who stands to gain the most? | Explained

What is the new UPI MDR system? Who will have to pay the charges? Which transactions will remain free? How much could banks and payment platforms

Gallantry awardees get lifetime free Rail travel: Check ticket booking start date, other details

The Government of India has announced a major benefit for the country's brave soldiers and their families. Armed Forces personnel decorated with

India pulls up Pakistan over naval units collision

Mint Explainer| Why Indian Railways is betting on new public-private partnership models?

Indian Railways has a massive investment requirement at a time when its internal revenue generation has remained largely stagnant. Will the new m

PV Exports Down 17% in August, Domestic Sales Hit Record High

India's passenger vehicle (PV) exports saw a 17 per cent year-on-year decline in August, contrasting sharply with a 36.5 per cent surge in domest

8th CPC: How much HRA Level 10 officers may get

ED Intensifies Crackdown On IBC Fraud, Addresses FIR Gaps

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) Director, Rahul Navin, has issued directives to intensify action against Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) fr

Punjab Police Cracks Down On Drug And Arms Trafficking In Amritsar

Punjab Police have successfully dismantled three significant drug and illegal arms supply networks in Amritsar, leading to the arrest of eight in

Pybus: 'Our dot-ball percentage is too high and our strike rate has got to improve'

The head coach also suggested the lack of power-hitting in Afghanistan cricket was a

RBI poised for rate hikes as inflation crosses 6%

Economists widely anticipate the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee will increase the repo rate by 50 basis points, likely split b

Jarange facing health issues, may cancel Mumbai march

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange's planned march to Mumbai faces potential cancellation due to his deteriorating health from a hunger strike

Manoj Jaranges Mumbai march faces health hurdle

SC rejects plea to reconstitute panel on CJP violence

Axera and Aptiv Bring M57-Powered Driver Assistance to Europe-Bound Vehicles

Axera and Aptiv Bring M57-Powered Driver Assistance to Europe-Bound Vehicles

Dhiraj's World Cup Gold Lifts Indian Archery Spirits

India's first Archery World Cup Final male gold-medallist, Dhiraj Bommadevara, has inspired the national team ahead of the Asian Games. Dola Bane

Wizz Financial collaborates with City Union Bank to Unveil 'Wizz Voyager', the Ultimate Smart Travel Card

Wizz Financial collaborates with City Union Bank to Unveil 'Wizz Voyager', the Ultimate Smart Travel Card

Run a small shop? How to check whether UPI MDR applies to you

UPI payments above 2,000 will attract a merchant fee for eligible businesses from October 15. Here's how small shopkeepers can check if the new M

NBC News helicopter crashes during live coverage of Los Angeles bus crash, three killed

NBC News helicopter crashes during live coverage of Los Angeles bus crash, three killed

Microdrama effect: streaming services are shortening shows and films to keep viewers hooked

Video-streaming platforms are adapting to changing viewer habits, shifting from traditional long formats to 1525-minute microdramas. This trend i

Arsenal Defender Ben White Reflects on Strong Start and Title Defense Aspirations

Arsenals Ben White shares confidence from their strong start this season and aims for continued success in defending their title. Arsenal Defende

Calcutta HC sets aside fire dept order to vacate 2 floors of building housing Abhishek Banerjee's office

The Calcutta High Court has set aside a fire department order to vacate two floors. These floors house the office of TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee

US-Canada trade war further taxes small businesses

New York: A trade war between the United States and Canada is making it more difficult and expensive for small businesses in the economically ent

Explainer -- India's UPI MDR shake-up: What changes and why it matters

India will soon introduce a merchant discount rate on UPI payments. This fee applies to transactions exceeding two thousand rupees with merchants

Nauseating, Worn-Out Lie by MBS: Houthis Shocking Revelation About Saudi's Mecca Attack Claim

The Houthis have rejected Saudi Arabias claim that a drone was shot down while allegedly heading toward Mecca, calling the accusation a worn-out

Bengal Govt Transfers IPS Officer Bushra Bano After Assalam Aleikum Video Row

IPS officer Bushra Bano has been transferred by the West Bengal government days after a video she posted on X drew criticism from some right-wing

UAE cancels visas of thousands of Bangladeshis amid heightened scrutiny

In a troubling development, thousands of Bangladeshi expatriates in the UAE are facing unexpected visa cancellations, which has left many in a st

Sanju Samson on selection: I am not a robot, but cant sulk

I try to turn off the Wi-Fi. But sometimes the Wi-Fi turns on and I see the comments of the senior players. Its very normal. I think its their ch

Thane Flyover Shut After Cracks, Hanging Concrete Section Spotted On 14-Month-Old Structure

SC agrees to hear a plea for standard format for election manifestos

In a 2022 petition, the petitioner-advocate had sought a direction to the Ministry of Law and Justice to take appropriate steps to make political

Can you name every sponsor of the League Cup?

Harder than you think. The post Can you name every sponsor of the League Cup? appeared first on Planet Football .

Gold futures rise to Rs 1.51 lakh on firm spot demand

New Delhi: Gold prices on Wednesday, September 16, rose by Rs 803 to Rs 1.51 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade as speculators created fresh posi

QXL Diagnostics Targets 60 Hospital Laboratory Partnerships by 2028

Hospital Laboratory Management strategy aims to expand Bengaluru hospital partnerships from 12 to approximately 60 and Karnataka referral partner

Around 1850, sailors drove giant Galpagos tortoises to extinction, keeping them as live food because they could survive for up to a year without food or water; then scientists found mysterious alien survivors in 2000

In an astonishing twist of fate, researchers found tortoises linked to a lineage believed to have vanished 150 years ago. Genetic testing reveale

Nithin Kamath says new UPI charges on investing, broking dont make sense: 'I don't see how we can absorb this indefinitely'

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath said the new UPI MDR framework may not make economic sense for investing and broking, where customers can transfer fund

TVK appeals to Tamils in London to refrain from gathering at public places to catch a glimpse of CM Vijay

The party has cited public safety priorities and directives from the London Metropolitan Police Service

How Dr. Rasha Kelej is Transforming Fertility Care and Breaking Infertility Stigma through Merck Foundations More Than a Mother Movement

Building local medical expertise while creating the social understanding and acceptance needed to access fertility care without shame or stigma

Global Fintech Awards 2026 Celebrate Trailblazers Shaping the Future of Finance

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India has potential to power the next wave of global growth: IMF

New Delhi: International Monetary Fund (IMF) says India has the potential to power the next wave of global growth, supported by its strong econom

ED raids in Kolkata, Indore in investment fraud linked PMLA case

The officials said that Amrit group of companies and its directors are alleged to have collected money from the general public under the guise of

The illusion of individuality

Friedrich Nietzsches philosophy encourages us to question beliefs and values that define us

Jaishankar to visit Bhutan, hold talks with his counterpart from September 16-17

The External Affairs Minister will pay an official visit to Bhutan from September 16-17 at the invitation of Minister of Foreign Affairs and Exte

I am not a robot but can't sulk over selection: Sanju Samson on outside noise, opening-slot competition

Sanju Samson acknowledges external career commentary and intense competition for top batting positions. He emphasizes focusing on his own prepara

This was an engine failure: Veteran pilot offers preliminary take on deadly Chatsworth helicopter crash

A veteran pilot suggests audio from a fatal helicopter crash indicates engine failure. The pilot heard warning sounds and engine rev downs before

Mecca sees first-ever missile alert, Houthis deny attack; US issues travel advisory

Alerts were also sounded in Jeddah and Taif before being lifted shortly afterwards. Authorities said the threat had passed and urged residents to

Indian Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth Begins Official Visit to Russia

General Dhiraj Seth embarks on a three-day visit to Russia to strengthen military ties and cooperation between India and Russia. Indian Army Chie

India-New Zealand FTA Clears Parliament: Luxon Says

New Zealands Parliament has passed legislation implementing the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), bringing the bilateral trade pact c

Village votes to leave UK over asylum housing plan in symbolic referendum

Piddington residents vote over proposals to house up to 1,256 male asylum seekers nearby.

Indian stock market today: Nifty hits 23,281, Sensex gains 500 points; FMCG, banking stocks lead

Nifty was at an intraday high of 23,281, an increase of 162 points or 0.70 per cent in morning trade, while Sensex rose over 500 points or 0.67 p

Dropouts plague Ed Sheeran's tour over Macklemore's ouster

Macklemore was dropped over his pro-Palestinian stance, amid accusations of antisemitism. Sheeran said removing the artist was not his decision b

Why Yemen's Houthi rebels have only grown stronger through years of war

At various times over the last decade, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, Britain and Israel have carried out punishing a

Lalithabagh residents face overflowing drainage and poor roads

Hyderabad: Residents of Lalithabagh in Hyderabads Old City are facing hardship due to overflowing drainage and poor road conditions, with the Gan

HDFC Bank shares trade flat after rising in previous session

The stocks movement comes after HDFC Bank soared nearly 3% before close in the previous session following the banks move ahead with its CEO succe

A-One Steels India to launch 405 crore IPO on Sep 24

The three-day public issue will conclude on September 28. Bidding for anchor investors will take place on September 23, according to the company'

UPI MDR explained: How new charges compare with debit, credit cards

Credit cards can cost merchants 1.5-2.5%, while debit cards can cost up to 0.9%; new UPI MDR is capped at Rs 300

Los Angeles NBC news helicopter crashes while covering deadly bus collision

Los Angeles NBC news helicopter crashes while covering deadly bus collision

Paracetamol, blood pressure medicine fail quality test at Nagpur government hospitals

Nagpur's two major government hospitals are facing questions over the quality of medicines supplied for patient use. Paracetamol and a blood pres

From college tennis to pro tour, Dhakshineswar learning to survive on his own

Dhakshineswar Suresh navigates the professional tennis tour after college. He learns consistency and self-care are crucial for success. The young

Chipotle stock slides 6%: Whats behind the selloff?

Chipotle shares fell nearly 6% on Tuesday, underperforming major restaurant peers. Broader market weakness, concerns over restaurant traffic, con

Bhubaneswar Traffic Collapse: Hanspal-Vani Vihar Stretch Frozen, Ambulance Trapped in Extreme Heat

The traffic management system in Odishas capital city broke down once again today, leaving hundreds of commuters stranded in a massive gridlock t

MDR on UPI: What stays free, what attracts Rs 5 flat fee, and what 0.4% charges?

The new MDR will take effect from October 15. However, UPI payments between individuals, including transfers made to friends, will continue to re

Body of 10-year-old girl found in Pabna pond seven days after going missing

A 10-year-old girl was found dead in a pond near her home in Pabna Sadar upazila this morning, seven days after she went missing.

ED Conducts Raids Across Six Locations in Kolkata Linked to Multi-Crore Chit Fund Scam

The Enforcement Directorate has launched a major operation in Kolkata, raiding multiple locations tied to a significant chit fund scam. ED Conduc

US Market: Feds Warsh faces tough rate call as inflation remains sticky

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is under pressure to balance persistent inflation with calls from President Donald Trump for lower or unchanged

Im facing health issues due to hunger strike, tour might be cancelled: Jarange

Reservation is more important than the tour, which seems impossible because of the burning sensation in my stomach and feet, says Maratha quota a

India remains key driver for global growth: IMF Deputy MD Nigel Clarke

India remains a key driver of global growth as the world's fastest-growing major economy, supported by strong fundamentals and sound policy frame

1954 Photo Claiming To Show IIT Students Solving Engineering Drawing Exam Goes Viral

The 22 member committee headed by N R Sarkar, in its report, recommended the establishment of four Higher Technical Institutions.

CBIC to step up outreach as EMI scheme struggles to attract manufacturers

The CBIC will conduct outreach programs to encourage EMI scheme adoption. Data and documentation requirements for the scheme have been substantia

Yemen's Houthis Claim They Shot Down Saudi F15 Fighter Jet

Saudi F15 fighter jet was carrying out hostile operations in support of its military mobilisations in the airspace of Marib province, Houthis cla

India renews Nepal power imports, but Bangladesh exports remain uncertain

Three export permits have expired, while India is yet to approve Nepal

FDA suspends licence of Mumbai's iconic Cafe Mondegar over food safety and hygiene violations

Mumbai's iconic Cafe Mondegar has come under regulatory action after the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suspended its licence fol

CBIC to handhold MSMEs as less than 1,000 join customs duty payment scheme

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) will conduct outreach programmes and handhold MSMEs to encourage them to opt for the Eligi

Army Chief General Seth Embarks on Three-Day Russia Visit

The Army chief will also pay tribute to fallen soldiers at the 'Tomb of the Unknown Soldier' in Moscow

Solar Industries defence share may fall to 22-25% by FY30 after Omnia deal: Jefferies

Solar Industries Omnia acquisition could reduce the defence segments revenue contribution to 22-25% by FY30, Jefferies said, while agriculture an

Damage Reported at Cambodias Preah Vihear Temple Amid Ongoing Tensions with Thailand

The Preah Vihear Temple in Cambodia has suffered significant damage due to recent conflicts, raising concerns over its preservation. Damage Repor

India, Canada working to close CEPA before end of 2026: Commerce Secy Rajesh Agarwal

India and Canada are working to conclude their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement negotiations this year. The fourth round of talks is