Navi’s FY26 loss widens fourfold on UPI investments; eyes FY27 profitabilityNavi reported a notable increase in net losses for FY26, largely attributed to its strategic investments in UPI and new market initiatives....
18 Aug, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
Axis Bank expands corporate play beyond loans, shuns price warAxis Bank is broadening its corporate banking services beyond just lending. The lender targets fee income and low-cost deposits from corpor...
18 Aug, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
CSIR UGC NET June 2026 answer key out: How to check, direct link, objection window, fee and steps to challengeNTA has released the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key. Candidates can submit objections against the official answers until August 1...
16 Aug, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
The hidden economics of international spendingThe expansion of Indian international spending is rapidly increasing annually. The hidden costs of forex mark-up on credit cards can signif...
14 Aug, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
7 debit cards with complimentary airport lounge access in 2026 that you might not be aware of; 3 are without minimum spend criteriaCredit cards aren't the only way to unlock free airport lounge access. Discover 7 debit cards from ICICI, HDFC, SBI, PNB, IDFC First and Ba...
14 Aug, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Man cleared Rs 45,000 credit card due in 12 EMIs, yet Kotak Mahindra Bank showed Rs 19,000 unpaid and threatened him; bank ordered to withdraw dues and pay Rs 1.5 lakhKotak Mahindra Bank has been ordered to pay Rs 1.5 lakh in compensation after the Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission found ...
14 Aug, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
UPI costs Rs 20,700 crore, government allocation just Rs 2,000 crore: Parliament PanelA parliamentary committee suggests a self-reliant revenue model for UPI's financial sustainability. Amendments to the Payment and Settlemen...
13 Aug, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
Zero forex markup credit cards: Does it mean zero cost? Check this before your international travelPlanning an international trip? A 'zero forex markup' credit card promises savings, but hidden charges and fluctuating exchange rates can s...
11 Aug, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
Is UPI ending free payments for all users? Here’s what Finance Ministry saysStandard UPI transfers for individuals will remain complimentary, ensuring users can continue making everyday payments without worry. While...
10 Aug, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
UPI MDR may return, but only some merchants will have to pay, Finance Ministry clarifiesThe finance ministry said any future MDR on UPI will be nominal and limited to merchant transactions above a specified threshold, while con...
09 Aug, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
UPI transactions above Rs 2000 to attract MDR after debit, credit cards? Here’s what users need to know about the proposalWhile there has been no official word from the government on this yet, it is learnt that the Centre could allow a levy of 0.25% to 0.4% as ...
07 Aug, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
MDR on UPI will impact businesses, not users: FM Nirmala Sitharaman hits back at Congress' Jairam RameshSitharaman accused the opposition leader of "spreading a canard" and clarified that MDR "applies only on the merchants and not on the end u...
07 Aug, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
Why UPI needs transaction feesA groundbreaking bill has been introduced that permits merchant discount rates on UPI transactions. This innovative change aims to enhance ...
06 Aug, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
UPI apps could chase big-ticket transactions as MDR return loomsThe UPI race has so far centred on acquiring consumers and monetising them by cross-selling loans, insurance and investments, as there has ...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Government moves closer to restoring MDR on UPI merchant paymentsParliamentary amendments propose restoring merchant discount rates on UPI payments. This move aims to encourage digital transactions by all...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
India paves way for return of merchant fees on digital paymentsIndia has laid the legal groundwork to reintroduce merchant fees on UPI payments through proposed amendments to the Payment and Settlement ...
04 Aug, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
5 factors influencing how Indians choose to pay while travelling internationallyChoosing how to pay abroad can significantly affect the cost of an international trip. From forex markups and exchange rates to card accept...
04 Aug, 2026, 01.18 PM IST