The hidden financial curriculum of studying abroadIndian families often overlook financial planning while preparing for overseas education, despite its high cost. Early forex planning, comp...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.09 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
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
Global banks are pulling back credit cards once prized by rich IndiansSeveral offshore banks are becoming reluctant to issue or renew international credit cards for wealthy resident Indians due to India’s 180-...
09 Aug, 2026, 11.47 PM IST
PNB to roll out its wealth management product by Dec aimed at boosting non-interest incomePunjab National Bank plans to launch wealth management services by December. The bank is also aggressively scaling its credit card business...
09 Aug, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
Withdrawal of zero MDR may jeopardise one of India’s most successful public policy innovationsThe Payment and Settlement Systems Amendment Bill has revived debate over MDR on UPI. While charges could support banks and fintech firms, ...
07 Aug, 2026, 11.16 PM IST
'Dubious claims': Congress' Jairam Ramesh hits back at Nirmala Sitharaman on taxation billJairam Ramesh countered Nirmala Sitharaman's claims regarding a new taxation bill. He stated government assurances do not replace statutory...
07 Aug, 2026, 04.16 PM 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
RBI plans to bar NBFCs from offering revolving credit without approvalIn a recent announcement, the Reserve Bank of India has introduced fresh regulations for non-banking financial companies. Moving forward, N...
06 Aug, 2026, 09.33 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
Jefferies sees Paytm, Pine Labs gaining from proposal to levy MDR on UPI transactionsIndia's payments law may soon allow merchant discount rates on specific UPI transactions. This change could create significant revenue for ...
04 Aug, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Payments bill revives hopes of MDR return on large-ticket UPI transactionsET was the first to report on July 16 that the government is considering reintroducing MDR for UPI transactions undertaken by large merchan...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.35 AM IST
Govt to move amendments to IT Act to pave way for levy of MDRET was the first to report on July 16 that the government could reintroduce MDR on UPI transactions for large merchants. This has been an i...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.53 PM IST
Axis, Kotak Mahindra raise charges for overseas card transactionsAxis Bank will increase the DCC fee on its credit cards to 3.5% from 1.5%, effective August 28, 2026, according to the bank's revised terms...
30 Jul, 2026, 08.08 AM IST
5 credit cards with complimentary airport lounge access without any minimum spend criteria in 2026: One of them is lifetime freeLooking for credit cards with free airport lounge access? Check these 5 credit cards that still offer complimentary domestic or internation...
29 Jul, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Credit card rewards are changing: Here's how travellers and reward seekers can maximise points and milesBanks increasingly reward engagement rather than ownership. Issuers want your premium card to become your preferred spending instrument, as...
27 Jul, 2026, 10.59 AM IST