Most UPI transactions to stay free: FM Nirmala SitharamanFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said UPI transactions will remain free for consumers, with most low-value payments also staying free. A...
11 Aug, 2026, 12.48 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
DGFT removes physical duty payment challans for export obligation discharge certificate applicationsExporters will no longer need to present physical duty payment challans for EODC applications. The integration of authenticated payment dat...
11 Aug, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
UPI to remain free for users; nominal MDR may apply to select merchant transactionsConsumers will not face any charges for UPI payments. Most merchant transactions will also remain free of cost. Any future charges will app...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
Parliament clears taxation bill, Sitharaman says UPI transactions to remain freeParliament has passed the Taxation and other Laws (Amendment) Bill. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confirmed UPI will remain free for ...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
Faulty terrace repairs flooded two flats; Maharashtra court awards senior citizen Rs 3.96 lakh compensationSenior citizen to get Rs 3.96 lakh from housing society after housing society's faulty terrace repairs caused water leakage in his two flat...
10 Aug, 2026, 04.58 PM 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
Invoice discounting: Know how this fund-raising option works, its types, benefits and drawbacksIf you are confused by personal finance terms, jargon and calculations, here’s a series to simplify and deconstruct these for you. In the 1...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Indian middle class going 'broke' due to common spending trap: CA warns about financial habit that drains even future wealthThe Indian middle class may be facing a financial problem that is easy to miss while incomes and spending continue to rise. A CA has now po...
09 Aug, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
Gurgaon-based real estate company ordered to pay Rs 23 lakh compensation to buyers over delayed flat possession by Haryana RERAIn a recent ruling, Rera instructed Pareena Infrastructure to compensate two homebuyers with Rs 23 lakh for the extended delays in deliveri...
09 Aug, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
West Bengal government in talks with Tata group for fresh investments: Industry Minister Tapas RoyThe government of West Bengal is currently in talks with the Tata group regarding new investments. These discussions revolve around expandi...
09 Aug, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
More than 2-year delay in getting possession of the apartment, yet no compensation from MahaRERA; Know how accepting possession without protest hurt homebuyer's delayed compensation pleaHomebuyersgot no compensation for more than 2-year delay in possession of flat, MahaRERAorder; Know how accepting possession without protes...
09 Aug, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
SBI missed digital payments bus, now playing catch-up with YONO Pay: Chairman CS SettyState Bank of India chairman admits missing digital payments bus, while YONO app attempts to catch up. Banks and fintech firms argue UPI me...
08 Aug, 2026, 02.05 PM IST
'Is PM seeking to dilute UPI, open digital payments sector to US businesses': CongressCongress criticizes a new government bill concerning digital payments. The party alleges the bill could weaken UPI and favor American compa...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
Can NRIs invest in RBI Floating Rate Savings Bonds offering 8.05% interest rate?Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) are prohibited from making new investments in RBI floating rate savings bonds; however, those who are existing ...
07 Aug, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
Think a Rs 50,000 EMI is better than Rs 35,000 rent? CA explains the home loan trap many ignoreCA Nitin Kaushik warns that comparing a Rs 50,000 EMI with Rs 35,000 rent can hide the true cost of homeownership. A 20-year loan may cost ...
07 Aug, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
RBI MPC: Home loan borrowers can breathe a sigh of relief, but how long their good days will last?RBI repo rate: The Reserve Bank of India has maintained its repo rate at 5.25%, providing ongoing relief for home loan borrowers. This deci...
05 Aug, 2026, 01.01 PM IST