In 1908, a New York merchant mailed tea samples in silk pouches to cut costs and accidentally changed how the world drinks teaA simple cost-saving idea in 1908 led to the tea bag. Thomas Sullivan sent tea in silk pouches, but customers brewed the whole bag. This ac...
06 Jun, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Quote of the day by John Lennon: 'You don’t need anybody to tell you who you are or what you are. You are what you are...' - Beatles legend explains why self-acceptance matters more than societal validationJohn Lennon, in a 1964 interview, emphasized the importance of self-love and acceptance, stating individuals don't need external validation...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.33 PM IST
Decentro secures final payment service provider licence at GIFT CityWith this, Decentro has become the first Indian payment aggregator to secure the approval. With the licence, Decentro has established an en...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
Digital payments, mobile economy have significant room for expansion; no slowdown in transaction growth: Paytm CEOIndia's digital economy is set for major growth. Technological innovation and increasing consumer trust will drive expansion. Artificial in...
30 May, 2026, 09.56 PM IST
Can you use UPI abroad? Here’s what Indian travellers must know about charges, limits and security risksIndian travellers are increasingly using UPI abroad for convenient payments, but understanding its limitations and risks is crucial. While ...
29 May, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Listed digital payment majors finally turn a corner in FY26Growth in the core payments business, expansion across credit products and wider adoption of revenue-generating payment instruments like cr...
29 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Natural diamonds, real change: Driving sustainable impact in IndiaThe diamond industry is prioritizing sustainability, with India leading the charge by integrating a fifth 'C' – conscience – alongside trad...
21 May, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
BHIM Payments App records 300% surge in FY26 transactionsBHIM Payments App saw a significant 301% surge in transaction volumes during FY26. More users embraced the platform for daily purchases lik...
20 May, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Buy, Sell or Hold: Citi maintains buy on Paytm; Goldman Sachs remains neutral on InfosysBrokerages show selective optimism across key sectors. Paytm receives a buy rating with strong lending momentum. Infosys maintains a neutra...
19 May, 2026, 09.20 AM IST
Credit card transactions jump 2.6 times in four years: RBI reportCredit card transactions in India saw a significant jump between 2021 and 2025. Private banks expanded their dominance in this segment. Deb...
18 May, 2026, 11.03 PM IST
Big relief for Delhi power consumers: SC says this cost can't be charged for no-supply periodDelhi electricity consumers receive significant relief as the Supreme Court ruled they cannot be made to pay for the depreciation costs of ...
18 May, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
Beyond metros: How small towns are driving the next wave of India’s e-commerceIndia's e-commerce boom is expanding beyond metros, with Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities now driving significant new demand. Improved internet, di...
15 May, 2026, 06.32 PM IST
Quote of the Day by philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer: 'The safest way of not being very miserable is…'—Inspiring quotes by the 'philosopher of pessimism'German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer's profound quote offers a timeless perspective on happiness and misery. He believed that excessive e...
15 May, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
Amazon primes a Blinkit showdown; New insurance models prop upHappy Tuesday! Amazon's late but strong push into quick commerce is unsettling market leader Blinkit. This and more in today's ETtech Morni...
12 May, 2026, 07.24 AM IST
Swiggy, magicpin say delivery times improving as gig workers return to citiesDelivery times are improving as gig workers return to cities. This follows the recent state elections and the peak harvest season. Food del...
10 May, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
Mobile money doubles to $2 trillion in 4 years as digital payments surge globally: ReportGlobal mobile money transactions surpassed $2 trillion in 2025, doubling in value within four years. This growth is fueled by increased use...
03 May, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
Rewiring payments for the AI era: Inside PayU’s transformation playPayU is ramping up its AI-led payments push, building infrastructure for agentic commerce as UPI volumes surge and digital transactions sca...
30 Apr, 2026, 06.13 PM IST