New UPI MDR Explained: Impact on mutual funds, brokers & investorsThe implementation of a new 0.02% merchant discount rate will influence certain UPI transactions, including one-time contributions to mutua...
17 Sep, 2026, 06.35 AM IST
UPI MDR explained for investors: How will new charges impact your mutual fund SIPs and stock investments?From October 15, MDR will apply to select UPI person-to-merchant payments above Rs 2,000, but not to all such transactions. UPI AutoPay and...
16 Sep, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
New charges on UPI payments: Here's what you will be charged for stock market investmentsUPI payments for capital market transactions will attract a nominal 0.02% Merchant Discount Rate, capped at Rs 300. The fee covers mutual f...
15 Sep, 2026, 07.45 PM IST
“Whether we leave anyone behind”: Sameer Nigam’s blueprint for PhonePe’s second decadeAt Global Fintech Fest 2026, PhonePe founder‑CEO Sameer Nigam framed the company’s first ten years as the construction of India’s financial...
11 Sep, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
You don’t need a Rs 2 lakh salary to be financially stable: CA shares important money habits that matter more than how much you earnCA Nitin Kaushik shared eight money habits that can help people build financial stability without earning a huge salary. He recommends trac...
10 Sep, 2026, 07.27 AM IST
PhonePe's Sameer Nigam unveils vision for next decade of financial inclusion at GFF 2026PhonePe has shared its ambitious ten-year strategy aimed at transforming India's digital landscape and promoting financial inclusion. By el...
09 Sep, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Why are Registered Investment Advisers so rare in India? The big reason may surprise investorsIn the Indian investment landscape, a stark difference exists between mutual fund distributors who earn commissions and fee-only advisors w...
07 Sep, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
Bengaluru techie felt 'rich' with Rs 1.8 lakh monthly salary. Then a family emergency exposed the financial mistake Gen Z earners ignoreA Bengaluru techie’s experience shows how a high monthly income and regular investments can create a strong sense of financial security, wh...
26 Aug, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
The evolution of mobile banking apps into financial operating systemsMobile banking apps now serve as primary financial interfaces for millions. Consumers expect a single platform for all their financial need...
29 Jul, 2026, 04.11 PM IST
How to set up auto debit for your SIPs and utility bills: A step-by-step guideInvestors can automate payments for mutual fund SIPs, utility bills, and other recurring transactions through NACH mandates, UPI auto-debit...
18 Aug, 2025, 06.30 AM IST
PFRDA allows NPS subscribers to deposit contributions through UPI QR codeUnder this new mechanism, subscribers will utilise the UPI QR Code to transfer their contributions. It is important to note that the D-Remi...
20 Dec, 2023, 10.11 PM IST
Mirae Asset Mutual Fund launches UPI AutoPay mandate“At Mirae Asset one of our foremost principles is Clients First approach, we have always believed in providing our investors with efficient...
09 Nov, 2023, 10.11 AM IST
UPI AutoPay: Tata Mutual Fund to offer SIP via UPI AutopayAccording to a news release published by CAMS, TATA Mutual Fund has enabled one-time and recurring payments on their digital properties via...
16 Jul, 2022, 01.25 PM IST
Third-party apps turn on UPI autopay modeAutopay allows users to make recurring transactions below Rs 5,000 through UPI apps. Most of these currently take place through card-based ...
07 Sep, 2021, 06.36 AM IST
Banks, payment companies rue the lack of ‘standing instruction’ feature on UPIAccording to two bankers who are close to the development, National Payments Corporation of India is looking for a launch date around Augus...
31 Jul, 2018, 10.39 AM IST
How to do mutual fund transactions using UPIInvestors can now make payments for their online mutual fund transactions using Virtual Payment Address (VPA). Here's how you can do it.
21 May, 2018, 06.30 AM IST
IDFC MF offers UPI payment facility to its investorsThis facility will be available to existing as well as new investors for lump sum purchases, and would subsequently be extended for SIP reg...
28 Dec, 2016, 01.58 PM IST