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Introduction of MDR on large value transactions to strengthen UPI's long-term sustainability: RBI

RBI further said a fair and appropriate distribution of MDR across ecosystem participants will support continued investment in technology, infras

Malviya Nagar hotel fire: Delhi HC seeks report from RML hospital on hotel owners health

TG Records Highest Inflation In The Country At 6.27%

According to the latest provisional CPI data released by the National Statistics Office on Tuesday, Telangana's rural areas recorded particularly

Bag With Explosives Found in APSRTC Bus

A preliminary inquiry indicated that the bags may have been mixed up as they were of the same size and colour and had been placed next to each ot

Rescued baby orangutans get health check-up after one develops fever

The orangutans, generally found in the wild in Borneo and Sumatra, were rescued from a forest in Odisha's Balasore district on September 8, trigg

Astroguide for Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Panchami till 9.01 am

Afghanistans Captain Reflects on T20 Series Loss to India

Afghanistans captain Ibrahim Zadran discusses the teams shortcomings after a T20 series defeat against India, emphasizing the need for improvemen

People Fear UPI Fee Will Bring Cash Back

Merchants felt that people might go back to cash transactions.

ED to fast-track 10 big PMLA cases in each region

The Enforcement Directorate aims to expedite money-laundering trials within eight months. Zonal offices will identify key cases for accelerated p

CPI alleges vote deletions in A.P. SIR

No alliance with BJP ahead of 2028 assembly polls, says KT Rama Rao

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has officially stated it will not ally with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while expressing support for a del

Goods exports up 26% in August, trade deficit eases: Engineering, petroleum products, chemicals and textiles lead shipments; US remains top market

Indias goods exports surged in August, driven by robust global demand, while the trade deficit narrowed to a five-month low as imports declined.

Saudi cancels some oil cargoes after pipeline hit, Poland seeks alternative

Supply disruption supported oil prices, with Brent oil futures trading near $108 a barrel and cargo prices in Europe's physical market even highe

Slain CM aide's mother Hasirani Rath is BJP's Nandigram face for West Bengal bypoll

Hasirani Rath, mother of a slain former aide, is the BJP candidate for Nandigram. She aims for a victory margin exceeding one lakh votes in the u

India's exports to US rise 21.83% in Aug; shipments to China jump 52.35%

The inbound shipments rose 17 per cent to USD 12.77 billion from China and by 65.78 per cent to USD 5.97 billion from the US, according to the mi

Telangana HC Directs States Response on Residential School Teaching

PIL challenges supervised study hours and deployment of teachers for hostel duties

Yashwant Sinha Criticizes Center Over Uniform Civil Code Ahead of 2029 Elections

Former Finance Minister Yashwant Sinha accuses the BJP of inciting communal tensions with the Uniform Civil Code ahead of the 2029 elections. Yas

Boosting Soil Microbes through Natural Farming

Dr. Parveen Kumar* Today marks the anniversary of a historic letter sent by Dutch scientist Antonie van Leeuwenhoek to the Royal Society of Londo

Engineers Day observed at Andhra University

WTITC, Sharjah Government Sign Technology Partnership

WTITC and Sharjah's SRTIP sign an MoU to connect Sharjah's research ecosystem with the global Telugu tech community for innovation and growth.

UPI charges explained: Who pays, who doesnt and what it means for you | FAQs

After nearly six years of fully free UPI payments, a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) will apply to certain transactions from October 15 , after

18-yr-old Agniveer aspirant collapses after endurance run, dies

ET Under 40 2026: As AI races ahead, leaders urged to put purpose above success

Sivakumar Sundaram highlighted the importance of collective purpose at The Economic Times awards, urging awardees to utilize recognition as a fou

WAPL to Identify Women's Cricket Talent

AP Women's Commission chief Dr Rayapati Sailaja launches WAPL teaser, aiming to spot women cricket talent from grassroots and rural areas.

Quote of the day by Nelson Mandela: The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we...Know the meaning, life lesson and why it matters today

Nelson Mandela's wisdom teaches us the importance of resilience in the face of adversity. He championed the fight against apartheid and racial op

GVMC wards now officially increased to 120

The State government has issued the final Gazette notification completing the delimitation process and increasing the number of GVMC wards from 9

ET Under 40 2026: How technology is creating younger leaders

The rise of technology is paving the way for younger Indians to step into leadership roles much earlier. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw predicts that the no

Odisha govt rejects Dara Singh's plea for release from jail in Graham Staines, sons' murder case

Odisha government rejected Dara Singh's plea for early release from prison. He is serving a life sentence for the 1999 murder of Graham Staines a

Nato jets shoot down drone that entered Lithuanian airspace from Belarus

The drone was intercepted five kilometers from a hydroelectric power plant near Pratkunai in central Lithuania

RBIs MDR Implementation to Enhance Sustainability of Indias Digital Payment Ecosystem

RBIs new MDR policy for UPI transactions aims to strengthen Indias digital payment ecosystem while keeping transactions free for users. RBIs MDR

Two Held For Alleged Encroachment Of Govt Land In Adilabad

Police seized fake land documents and registration papers from the accused.

10-year US Treasury yield rises to highest since 2007 as Fed looms

The yield on the global bond benchmark rose as much as five basis points to 5.04% on Tuesday, surpassing a peak from 2023 to hit the highest sinc

RBIs MDR Implementation to Enhance Indias Digital Payment Ecosystem

The RBI announces MDR on high-value UPI transactions to boost Indias digital payment ecosystem while keeping many transactions free for users. RB

Lokesh Visit to Nellore District Today

Minister N. Lokesh to visit Nellore on Sept 16, inaugurating renovated schools, unveiling NTR's statue and meeting party workers

12 yrs of sacrifices & locked login: Wife's LinkedIn post on Oracle layoffs

He worked through Holi and Diwali, birthdays and anniversaries, stayed on call during vacations and even logged in from a hospital while his wife

Businesses divided on UPI MDR; retailers wary, quick commerce unfazed

Distributors flag concerns over the new UPI merchant charges, while quick-commerce firms expect limited impact as most transactions remain below

Weekly Chinese Horoscope till September 20: The week starts rough, but every animal sign could see why they will be facing obstacles

The interesting part of this Weekly Chinese Horoscope is the contrast between its beginning and ending. Monday's Destruction Day asks what needs

US Fury so 'Epic', it resulted in ammunition shortage

The US has massive amounts of 'munitions,' especially of certain types, Trump posted on social media on August 6. In another post September 9, Tr

US energy chief says Saudi's oil pipeline should be back online within days

The 1,200-km (745-mile) East-West Pipeline running across the Arabian Peninsula has served as the main route for global supplies of Middle Easter

Nepal flash floods death toll reaches 1,399

The joint command of security personnel is continuing its search and rescue operations, with the number of missing people estimated to be 5,170

Introduce UCC Bill in Parliament instead of pushing it via states: Omar to BJP

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticized the BJP's uniform civil code approach. He stated the bill should be introduced in Parli

NCPCR summons Capgemini VP over alleged abuse at Bengaluru day-care centre

The child rights body has summoned a Capgemini vice-president to determine culpability after videos of alleged abuse at its Bengaluru day-care fa

State legislature presiding officers showcase Karnatakas parliamentary heritage in SA

ET Under 40 2026: Leaders say businesses must change before it's too late

Corporate executives emphasized the necessity of embracing proactive self-disruption as technology evolves and consumer preferences shift. It's i

Maharashtra Government Commits to Maratha Justice Without Discrimination, Says Eknath Shinde

Eknath Shinde emphasizes Maharashtras commitment to Maratha justice while ensuring fairness to all communities. Maharashtra Government Commits to

Sanju Samson reflects on competition with Vaibhav Sooryavnashi after match-winning knock against Afghanistan

Star India batter Sanju Samson stole the show in the second T20I against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. The keeper-batter

NCPCR summons Meta India head Arun Srinivas again over CSAM issue

The child rights body has summoned Meta India head Arun Srinivas as part of its formal inquiry into alleged lapses in the company's policies on c

A Seasoned Modis Brics Balancing Act

Psychologists of power will have much work to do explaining the change in the Modi style, which leaned a little too much on vulgar pomp. It never

YSRCP warns of GVMC siege if water crisis persists in Vizag

Andhra Pradesh: Anitha Promises House Pattas, Piped Water In Payakaraopeta

The minister directed officials to accelerate pending works and give priority to basic infrastructure: Reports

Engagements in Hyderabad, September 16, 2026

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MP Sana Satish Vows Efforts to Set Up INCOIS Regional Facility at Kakinada

TDP MP Sana Satish Babu pushes for an INCOIS regional facility at Kakinada to boost ocean observations and aid fishermen's safety.

Naidu Calls for Preserving Tirumala Heritage, Lauds TTD Administration

After darshan of Lord Venkateswara, Naidu said preserving Tirumalas traditions and heritage in their entirety was a responsibility that needed to

IIT-H Students Win Excellence Award in Taiwan

They worked on formation of ultra-thin semiconductors under certain conditions.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Cracks Down on Political Activities in Coaching Centers

CM N. Chandrababu Naidu orders action against coaching centers engaging in political activities, ensuring candidates focus on exams. Andhra Prade

In 1921, Simon Rodia, an Italian immigrant began building towers in his Los Angeles yard; 33 years later, his handmade creation included a tower more than 99 feet high

In 1921, Italian immigrant Sabato Simon Rodia began an ambitious project on his small property in Los Angeles. Working alone during nights and we

England vs Sri Lanka: Anuerin Donald Set for T20I Debut After Making His Mark With a Unique Batting Style

England are set to begin their three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka on September 15 in Southampton, with 29-year-old Anuerin Donald attracti

Army Aspirant Dies of Heart Attack

The III Town police said Seshagiri Rao complained of chest pain and congestion shortly after he began his run during the rally in the early hours

Keshav Prasad Maurya to visit Azamgarh and Raebareli on September 16

Andhra Pradesh: 15,000 Kg Of Puja Waste Collected From Ganesh Immersion Sites

Ten sanitation workers each have been deployed at Punnami Ghat and Bhavani Ghat: Reports

'That's a lie!': Kash Patel vs Hirono erupts over travel records, alcoholism test, FBI hiring rules

'That's a lie!': Kash Patel vs Hirono erupts over travel records, alcoholism test, FBI hiring rules

2,000-Year-Old Terracotta Dabber Found in Nalgonda

Members of the Kotta Telangana Charitra Brundam discovered a 2,000-year-old terracotta dabber, a pre-Satavahana pottery-making tool, in an Appaji

Houthi strikes on Saudi threaten Bab-el-Mandeb navigation, security: India

The Iran-backed Houthi militant group had attacked Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline, which is considered very crucial for the supply of crud

J&K: Authorities on toes as demand for GI-tagged Pashmina shawls rises

Demand for Kashmir Pashmina GI tagging is surging, with a significant certification backlog. The Srinagar laboratory conducts about 150 certifica

Former Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Alla Nani Passes Away at 57

Alla Nani, former Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, died of a cardiac arrest in Visakhapatnam at the age of 57. Former Andhra Pradesh Depu

Meet Anirudh Rao, the 12-year-old Colorado inventor who built a drone system that could increase tornado warnings from 13 minutes to 40

Predicting and warning people about tornadoes remains an exceptionally difficult scientific challenge. Tornado-producing storms can intensify qui

Crude oil spike drags rupee to nearly 96 per dollar; Nifty dips 1.2%

The Indian crude basket rose to $128.70 a barrel, adding to concerns over the import bill

Andhra Pradesh Schools To Hold SMC Elections on Sept. 29

Srinivasa Rao instructed officials to brief deputy educational officers, sectoral cfficers, mandal educational officers and headmasters on the el

WhatsApp Storage Full? Easy Ways to Clear Space Without Losing Your Chats

WhatsApp has become an essential communication platform for millions of smartphone users. Apart from text messages and calls, people regularly us

'Wanna revise result of WWII?': Putin blasts Elite Globalists as he drops blunt take on AfDs win

'Wanna revise result of WWII?': Putin blasts Elite Globalists as he drops blunt take on AfDs win

You sent armed officers to reporters homes: Klobuchar confronts Kash Patel over NYT Journo probe

You sent armed officers to reporters homes: Klobuchar confronts Kash Patel over NYT Journo probe

AICC to Conduct Training for Congress Sarpanches, Upa-Sarpanches

AICC's RGPRS to train Congress sarpanches and upa-sarpanches in Adilabad district on grassroots governance and government schemes.

Threatens freedom of navigation through Bab-el-Mandeb: India condemns Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia

Andhra Pradesh: Rayalaseema Reeling Under Summer-Like Heat, Temperatures Near 40C

High temperatures in September have raised concerns among farmers and residents, particularly in the drought-prone Rayalaseema: Reports

Vahana Sevas Begin With Pedda Sesha Vahanam in Tirumala

Sri Malayappa Swamys procession draws thousands of devotees along Tirumalas Mada streets

State Seeks GI for Khara Dupatta Tradition

The GI tag initiative, which was introduced on September 13, 2003, seeks to bring local products under a national identity and improve internatio

NCPCR summons Meta India head again, Capgemini VP as child abuse probes deepen

NCPCR summons Meta India head again on Sept 16 over child abuse ads; Meta now reports such cases to I4C. Capgemini also called.

DGFT should review notification aligning ITC(HS) code with Finance Act 2026

The real test is whether a bank can refuse to close an otherwise eligible entry merely because the customer disputes or declines to pay the charg

There is a need to reinvent engineering, make it fit current industry needs: Chief Secretary

In 2018, the Netherlands turned 1,000 kg of household plastic into a 30-metre cycle path; the road contained the equivalent of 218,000 plastic cups

A Dutch cycle path turned plastic waste into something useful. In 2018, Zwolle opened a 30-metre path made with about 1,000 kilograms of recycled

Schengen on ice: Italy and Spain extend their border standoff for another 15 days, two months after the deadly Ceuta migrant surge

Italy and Spain have extended border checks for fifteen days. This action follows a significant migrant surge into Spain's Ceuta territory. Both

Ayyanna Patrudu Visits Gandhis Phoenix Settlement Ahead of Commonwealth Conference

Ramgobin briefed the delegation on preservation efforts at the Phoenix Settlement and Pietermaritzburg Railway Station and the role of the Gandhi

Communities Adopt Clay Idols, On-Site Immersion

Hyderabad communities in Manikonda, Neredmet, Nagole and Saroornagar embrace clay Ganesha idols and on-site immersion to cut pollution.

Accelerating the effective implementation of rural development schemes and ensuring transparency are top priorities: Keshav Prasad Maurya

NHRC Takes Action in Rajasthan After Disturbing Incident Involving Womans Assault

The NHRC has requested a report from Rajasthan officials regarding a womans assault and public humiliation in Banswara. NHRC Takes Action in Raja

Andhra Pradesh: FTPCCI, EAGLE To Launch Drug-Free India Short Film Contest

EAGLEs AP inspector-general of police Aake Ravikrishna and its state superintendent Swaroopa Rani agreed in principle to the proposal at a meetin

Heavy rain paralyses traffic in several parts of Bengaluru

Stop Road Mishaps

Despite assurances and campaigns launched by the people sitting at the helm for ensuring safety on roads, the situation in J&K is not improving a

Staff Crunch, Fund Deficit Cripple Iconic State Central Library in Afzalgunj

The Urdu section is being managed by one employee, while the Arabic and Persian sections have no dedicated staff.

Section 22A Leaves Over 22,000 Houses in Greater Hyderabad in Limbo

Properties across Sangareddy, Medchal-Malkajgiri and Rangareddy face hurdles in transactions