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Congress Leaders Back MDR Framework for UPI Transactions Amid Criticism of New Fees

Congress leaders support a structured MDR for UPI transactions while opposing new fees on high-value payments. Congress Leaders Back MDR Framewor

Water bills to rise by 5 pc annually as HMWSSB looks to recover revenue

Hyderabad:People in Hyderabad will now have to pay more for water, with the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) set t

Maratha quota activist firm on march to Mumbai despite health deterioration

A plea has been filed in the Bombay High Court seeking to prevent permission from being granted for a protest in Mumbai

Prime Minister Modi to Inaugurate Semicon India 2026 in New Delhi

Prime Minister Modi will launch Semicon India 2026, focusing on semiconductor innovation and collaboration from September 17-19. Prime Minister M

Undertrial Prisoner Dies at Malkangiri Hospital; Family Resorts to Protest

Tension gripped the District Headquarters Hospital (DHH) in Malkangiri after another undertrial prisoner was declared dead, prompting relatives t

Meet Moziah Bridges, the 12-year-old Memphis entrepreneur who turned his love of sewing into a bow-tie business generating around $150,000 in sales while giving back to children in his community

Moziah Bridges began making bow ties at age 9 after developing a strong interest in fashion and sewing. With guidance from his grandmother, he le

VITs graVITas tech fest to begin on September 18

The fest will feature a total of 227 events, with more than 40,000 students expected to participate

Old Census town criteria will not capture Indias urbanisation, Ministry tells House panel

Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs says the four-decade-old definition ignores economic change, regional diversity and peri-urban growth; parl

In 1988, Jamie Lee Curtis patented a diaper with its own built-in pocket for wipes, years before the idea became common

Jamie Lee Curtiss diaper patent is an intriguing example of how innovation can begin with a remarkably simple question: what if two things that a

Biden pressured social media to police: Johnson exposes how COVID Vaccine injuries were censored

Delhi Metro Increases Services Amid DTC Bus Strike to Aid Commuters

Delhi Metro expands services with extra trains due to DTC bus strike, ensuring smooth travel for affected passengers. Delhi Metro Increases Servi

Storytelling for the corporate world

The book is riding the current boom on publications that teach us boring corporate types the benefits of telling a story

Telangana CM urges Supreme Court to quash 2015 cash-for-vote FIR

Revanth Reddys counsel submits that in 2015, before the Prevention of Corruption Act was amended in 2018, offering a bribe was not an offence und

Volkswagen's tryst with India: JSW tie-up offers another shot at growth

Newby JSW hopes to tap VW technology, and the German giant wants to do better in a market where it is a bit player. Could it be a win-win?

Satyam Mishra Appointed New CEO of Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Major Administrative Shake-Up

Satyam Mishra has been appointed as the new CEO of Kashi Vishwanath Temple, overseeing increased visitor management and development projects. Sat

I faced them as freedom fighters faced bullets, says Mahua Moitra after eggs thrown at her

Krishnanagar MP refers to Supreme Court judges oral observation while alleging BJP workers pelted her with eggs

The 11.5 trillion-question hanging over Tata Sons' IPO valuation

Listed holdco discounts suggest a much lower value for the parent

'Cherished member': Sunny Obama, the former first familys beloved dog, dies at 13 as Barack Obama shares emotional tribute

Sunny Obama, a cherished Portuguese Water Dog, has died at the age of fourteen. The beloved pet joined the Obama family in August 2013 during his

Four years of Project Cheetah: 52 thriving, 32 born in India

Project Cheetah in India has successfully reintroduced cheetahs, reaching a population of 52. Thirty-two cheetahs were born in the country, marki

Geopolitics is a boardroom issue

Tariffs imposed by the United States changed the economics of an export business almost overnight, while its sanctions cut companies off from mar

Mecca defence pact has

Pakistans military described its defence agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye as purely defensive, stressing that the pact had no aggressive e

Pakistan Requests Neutral Venue for 2026 Asian Champions Trophy Matches in India

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has formally requested the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) to shift its fixtures for the upcoming 2026 Mens As

Eighth e-auction of PM mementos to begin on September 17

In this edition, 50 Hero Objects have been identified, representing some of the distinctive pieces in the collection; 52 crore has been generated

Six Students Drown During Ganesh Idol Immersion in Telangana

Six students tragically drowned during a Ganesh idol immersion in Telangana, prompting condolences from officials and calls for safety measures.

Teen Maar Mallanna to organise BC awareness Yatra in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Telangana Rajyadhikara Party president and MLC Teen Maar Mallanna will organise a BC Awareness Yatra from Golconda Fort on Thursday, S

Quote of the day by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: You have to be able to center yourself, to let...... Timeless life lessons from the NBA legend on emotional balance, self-control, focus, resilience, and inner strength

Quote of the day by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar spent two decades being measured by what happened on a basketball court. His statist

Nabi,Dhirget maidenODIcall-ups for West Indiesseries

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja are all part of the ODI series against the men from the Caribbean, providing vast experience to the

They spent 5 years searching Google Maps for an island, found a 5-acre Finnish island and built a solar-powered dream home they now rent for $2,400 a night

A Finnish couple spent five years searching Google Maps for their dream private island before finding a five-acre property in Finlands archipelag

Coaching how to evade state law: Hawley exposes George Soros-funded abortion pills company Danco

Quote of the day by Jack Nicholson: 'I dont want to be a product of my environment. I want my environment to be a product of me.' Life lessons from motivational quote on complacency, responsibility, courage, external boundaries, greatness, innovation, hardships, human nature and success

Quote of the day by Jack Nicholson from The Departed explores responsibility, courage, personal agency and success. The line is spoken by Frank C

'You took advantage of murder victims mother: Goldman vs NY Sheriff heated exchange shocks house

Adidas Confirms Layoffs at India Tech Hub, 50% Workforce Impacted

Adidas has confirmed layoffs at its India Tech Hub in Gurugram, affecting nearly 50% of employees. The company cites restructuring needs and prom

Chhattisgarh CM Welcomes Increase in EPFO Salary Cap to

Chhattisgarhs CM Vishnu Dev Sai praises the governments decision to raise EPFO salary limit, enhancing social security for millions. Chhattisgarh

Psychology explains why parents keep old toys for years even when they are broken, unused or no longer needed

Old childhood toys are more than just relics; they symbolize treasured memories for parents. Each piece evokes personal stories and significant m

Student, 20, Found Hanging In Hostel Room At Assam's Tezpur University

He left a diary containing a note about his life and death, some students told reporters. While police confirmed that a diary was found, they ref

FBI will be at polling place on election day if: Kash Patel vs Blumenthal clash erupts | WATCH

High Court Seeks Status Report Over Dalit Man's Suicide In Punjab's Sangrur

Gulzar Singh, hailing from Turbanjara village in Dirba, died on September 7 after allegedly consuming poison. His family alleged that he was hara

ECI calls both factions of Trinamool for hearing on September 17

The ECI met both groups on Sept. 12 over their claim on the party name and symbol

TMCs Election Symbol Remains with Mamata Banerjee, Says Kunal Ghosh

TMC leader Kunal Ghosh asserts that Mamata Banerjee retains control of the partys election symbol amid upcoming by-elections. TMCs Election Symbo

Powerful Quote of the Day by Hiro Murai: 'I'm a little bewildered or sort of feel out of place...' -inspiring life lessons on doubt, feeling different and finding your place

Filmmaker Hiro Murai finds comfort in admitting his frequent feelings of bewilderment. He suggests uncertainty can coexist with creativity and dr

India rejects Pakistan-China Boundary Joint Commission

India has rejected the Pakistan-China Boundary Joint Commission, stating it lacks legal standing. New Delhi asserts that territories transferred

When patience stops paying

The IBC's long wait is driving creditors elsewhere

US limits visas for South African officials over discrimination against White minorities

News from the world of Education: September 17, 2026

Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more

Bengalurus infrastructure woes strike a musical chord

The song demands a basic for a city that the Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar says is being viewed internationally: a road that can simply be drive

India rejects Pakistan-China's boundary joint commission as 'completely unacceptable'

India on Wednesday rejected the Pakistan-China Boundary Joint Commission, saying the body has no legal basis and asserting that Pakistan cannot e

Jagan Criticizes Naidu Over Andhra Polices FBI Claims

Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy criticizes N. Chandrababu Naidu for Andhra polices controversial claims of being like the FBI. Jagan Criticizes Naidu Over

UPI Fees Breach 'Ease of Doing Business' Policies: Traders' Board Member

He urged the central government to immediately withdraw its decision to impose MDR on UPI transactions in larger interests of consumers and busin

DC Edit | Will India Go Back to Being a Cashless Economy?

Limited MDR on select merchant payments preserves free transfers but puts safeguards to the test

India eyes whitewash, Afghanistan hopes to salvage a win

Since July 2024, the Men in Blue have won 23 out of 27 T20Is in India, including winning the T20I world Cup as well as every bilateral assignment

Hyderabad: BJP Leader Aleti Maheshwar Reddy Demands Disclosure of Land Irregularities

He demanded that the details of the alleged land transfers be placed in the public domain.

'Minnesota fraudster fled but FBI...': Cruz highlights Abdulahi; Patel reveals how they caught him

Ahead of Semicon India 2026, PM Modi chairs roundtable with global semiconductor CEOs

Ahead of Semicon India 2026, global semiconductor leaders discussed opportunities across manufacturing, design, infrastructure, talent developmen

Keralam CM launches nature festival logo

School Bus Accident in Daund Leaves Over 15 Students Injured

A school bus accident in Daund injured more than 15 students, some critically, prompting a police investigation. School Bus Accident in Daund Lea

Rescued Orangutans at Nandankanan Stable After Expert Health Check; Reports Due Friday

A technical committee examined five rescued baby orangutans at Nandankanan Zoo on Sept 16. Health is stable and improved, samples were collected,

Oman pitches new port that could give India better access to Gulf energy

Located away from the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz, Sohar Port is located close to vital energy pipelines of the United Arab Emirates and easter

NCTE to review TET syllabus, exam pattern and qualifying marks, says AP UTF

Love marriage, abduction, high-speed crash: Newlywed rescued in dramatic police operation in Bengaluru

Women's APL to Boost Women's Cricket in AP: Kesineni

ACA president Kesineni Sivanath says Women's APL, to be held Sept 19-27 at Mangalagiri, aims to boost women's cricket talent in AP

Rules beyond borders

Beijing has started making laws for the world

Have a pipeline of 4 trillion in sanctioned loans, says Nabfid MD

NaBFID targets a Rs 5 trillion loan book by 2029-30, backed by a Rs 4 trillion sanctioned pipeline and rising private infrastructure investment

Quote of the Day by Brigitte Bardot: Men are beasts and even beasts don't behave as they do

Brigitte Bardot famously remarked on human cruelty, likening men to beasts. As an iconic French actress who dazzled audiences in the 1950s, Bardo

WTA Finals to be Held in Charlotte from 2027 to 2029

The WTA Finals will take place in Charlotte, North Carolina, from 2027 to 2029, marking a new chapter for womens tennis. WTA Finals to be Held in

Youth Stabbed to Death Over Past Enmity in Sambalpur, One Detained

Escalating tensions over a past enmity resulted in the brutal murder of a 21-year-old youth at Andhari Mundapada under Jujumura police jurisdicti

In 2016, Reese Witherspoon launched a company after Hollywood said female-led films did not sell; five years later, Hello Sunshine was bought for $900 million

Reese Witherspoons career expanded from acting into producing and media entrepreneurship after she became increasingly concerned about limited op

Womens Andhra Premier League to begin from September 19

Houthi Advances Leave Saudi Arabia Reeling as Iran Gains Leverage

A Houthi advance this week along the Red Sea coast and the capture of islands at the mouth of the strait, a vital artery for global oil supplies,

PIL in SC challenges 0.4% MDR on UPI transactions above 2,000 in India

Petitioner questions the amended payment law, lack of gazette publication and differing treatment of UPI and RuPay debit-card transactions under

Bombay High Court Grants CBI Custody of Three CGST Officials in Corruption Case

The Bombay High Court has approved CBI custody for three CGST officials involved in a bribery case, overturning a previous court ruling. Bombay H

Allahabad HC seeks response from Centre, U.P. government on journalist Satyam Vermas NSA detention

Verma says he was not at the site of violence as mentioned in detention order; he points out that Noida workers protest was for minimum wage and

Ipca's earnings dose gets stronger, but stock upside thins after rally

A strong Q1 and higher FY27 guidance improve outlook

SC Junks PIL Over Forged Medical Degrees

The plea sought directions for an audit of medical regulations and the constitution of an expert committee to examine the issue.

Padma Rao Sundarji | BRICS: The Guest Isnt Always a Vegetarian God

Beyond the menu and social-media fury, the summit offered plenty of material for serious debate

A Hague court convicts Kosovos former President Thaci of war crimes and sentences him to 25 years

Hashim Thaci was convicted by a panel of judges at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers of murder, torture, cruel treatment and arbitrary detention

Manohar Lal, Chris Wright discuss Indias nuclear energy expansion roadmap

The talks covered Indias growing electricity requirements and opportunities to deepen cooperation in nuclear, clean energy and emerging technolog

NADA provisionally suspends eight athletes

Modinomics basis of Indias rapid economic growth, says Rajnath Singh

Nabi,Dhirget maidenODIcall-ups for WIseries

Higher-than-expected 40 bps UPI fee set to boost fintech earnings

The framework excludes UPI-linked CC payments, and is expected to affect only 4 per cent of merchant transaction volume.

Cabinet Hails Modi for Successful BRICS Summit

The meeting between the Iranian and UAE leaders was the first since the US and Israel attacked Iran and Tehran retaliated by targeting Gulf count

CISF handles movement of over 1,000 delegates during BRICS Summit

The delegations included 17 Heads of State and Heads of Government, along with Vice Presidents, Foreign Ministers, Cabinet Ministers, Heads of De

Six students drown during Ganesh immersion in Telanganas Sangareddy

Political Outcry in Maharashtra Over 584 Tribal Student Deaths, CJP Launches Fix Tribal Schools Campaign

The CJP has initiated a campaign after Maharashtra reports 584 tribal student deaths in residential schools over the past two years. Political Ou

CCB searches premises linked to Anbil Mahesh in 100-crore school approval fraud case

The searches in Chennai and Tiruchirappalli form part of an investigation into alleged irregularities involving private school approvals and clea

India beats Thailand butArjunloses; women have it easy in Chess Olympiad

Niti seeks exploration, regulatory reforms to boost metals and ores trade

Niti Aayog cites dependence on critical mineral imports and the sector's exposure to the EU's carbon border levy while recommending exploration a

Pharmacy owner sent to SIT custody in spurious drug racket case

CBI registers case against U.S.-based Timothy Initiative, six others over alleged routing of funds through foreign debit cards

The agency, which recently received inputs from the ED, has invoked provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, the Information Tech

Microsoft AI chief says Claude training risks making AI harder to control

Suleyman called for removing all speculation about consciousness from AI training documents, arguing such language could undermine humanity's abi