9 results for "UPI"
Festive Relief: NPCI Postpones Controversial UPI Merchant Fees Until After Diwali
The National Payments Corporation of India has officially deferred the rollout of new Merchant Discount Rate fees on select UPI transactions until after the festive season.
French School Protests: Riot Police Fire Tear Gas as Over 250,000 Citizens Rally Nationwide Over Funding Crisis
French riot police deployed tear gas and water cannons as more than 250,000 students, teachers, and parents flooded the streets across France to demand better school funding and improved educational conditions.
New Demands Over West Bank and Gaza Spark Global Outrage
Recent political demands for regional annexation and expanded military actions in the West Bank and Gaza have ignited intense international backlash and deep concern.
UPI Merchant Payment Fee Debate: Government Sets 0.4% MDR on Transactions Above ₹2,000
The National Payments Corporation of India announced a new Merchant Discount Rate framework, imposing a 0.4% fee on person-to-merchant UPI payments above ₹2,000 starting October 15, 2026.
India and Singapore Hold High-Level Bilateral Talks to Expand Technology and Trade Cooperation
India and Singapore convened the fourth Ministerial Roundtable in Singapore, focusing on strengthening strategic cooperation in semiconductors, telecommunications, digital infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing.
UPI Payment Security and Regulation: What New Rules Mean for Users and Businesses
Recent parliamentary updates regarding digital transactions have sparked discussions about UPI safety, fees, and network maintenance. Here is a simple guide to what the regulations mean for everyday users and merchants.
United Nations Demands Impartial Inquiry Into Protest Deaths in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir
The United Nations leadership has called for a prompt and impartial investigation into the deaths of demonstrators and security personnel during civil unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Opposition Leaders Detained After Protesting PM Residence Over Exam Leaks
The Monsoon Session of Parliament faced severe disruptions for the second consecutive day as political tensions peaked in New Delhi. Opposition leaders staged an intense sit-in protest outside the Prime Minister's official residence, demanding accountability for recent examination paper leaks and condemning the police crackdown on student demonstrators.
Parliament Passes Historic Digital India Act: A New Era for India’s Digital Future
This new legislation marks a significant shift in how India regulates cyberspace, aiming to address modern challenges such as cybercrime, data misuse, artificial intelligence risks, and platform accountability. With India rapidly becoming one of the largest digital economies in the world, this Act is expected to redefine how individuals, businesses, and tech platforms operate online.