Merchant charges for UPI soon? LS passes bill authorising govt to allow banks to levy fees – top facts

Government is likely to permit banks and payment service providers to levy a merchant discount rate of between 0.25% and 0.4% on UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000. In a step closer to possibly introducing Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions, the Lok Sabha on Thursday approved a Bill amending the Payment and Settlement Systems…

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‘Neeche baith ke rah’: Yashasvi Jaiswal recalls Rohit Sharma’s stump-mic scolding in Instagram post | Cricket News

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal looked back at a memorable moment involving former captain Rohit Sharma as the team prepared for the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka.Jaiswal shared a set of pictures from India’s training session as preparations began for the two-Test series. However, it was his caption that caught the attention of fans.The left-handed…

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Ajinkya Rahane snubs MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli; names India’s greatest-ever cricketer | Cricket News

Ajinkya Rahane and Sachin Tendulkar (X) Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has picked Sachin Tendulkar as the greatest Indian cricketer of all time, shortly after bringing the curtain down on his playing career.Rahane, who recently announced his retirement from all forms of cricket during an episode of Stick to Cricket, was asked to name India’s…

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Quote of the Day by Marie Curie: “Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood.” |

Marie Curie’s profound observation underscores the power of understanding as a tool to conquer life’s fears. She posited that knowledge serves as a buffer against uncertainty, fostering self-assurance. As a trailblazing scientist, she unearthed polonium and radium, earning Nobel Prizes for her remarkable contributions to physics and chemistry. Her enduring message of curiosity and the…

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UPSSSC PET 2026 registration begins at upsssc.gov.in; apply by September 1

UPSSSC PET 2026 registration: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has started the registration process for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. Candidates seeking to appear for the examination can now submit their applications through the official website, upsssc.gov.in.Candidates can submit their online applications until September 1, 2026. Those who need to make…

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Sunny Deol came to shoot after Dharmendra’s demise, recalls his ‘Ikka’ co-star Sanjeeda Shaikh: ‘kya professionalism hai! Iss level pe aa ke toh bol bhi sakte hai na..’ | Hindi Movie News

Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna recently appeared together in the Netflix film ‘Ikka’, which also featured Dia Mirza, Tillotama Shome, and Sanjeeda Shaikh in important roles. Directed by Siddharth P. Malhotra, the film received a positive response from viewers after its release on the streaming platform.In a recent conversation, Sanjeeda Shaikh spoke about her experience…

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‘Grievance of Gen Z genuine’: RSS chief defends protest as way of ‘reaching consensus’ in democracy | India News

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said “protest is a way of dialogue”. NEW DELHI: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat Thursday strongly backed the students who were protesting against NEET irregularities, saying that the “grivances of the Gen Z is genuine”.Calling “protest is a way of dialogue”, the Sangh supremo said: “I won’t say that…

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Crèche benefits under India’s Labour Codes: What employers and working parents need to know

The crèche allowance is generally admissible for up to two children. For many working parents, one of the biggest challenges after the birth of a child is balancing childcare responsibilities with professional commitments. While employer-provided childcare facilities have existed under labour laws for many years, the newly notified Labour Codes have brought renewed focus to…

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FIFA says ‘sorry’ after failed World Cup plan but makes huge decision on Infantino’s future | Football News

FIFA president Gianni Infantino FIFA has publicly apologised for the way Gianni Infantino’s controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal was handled, while reaffirming its backing for the embattled president following a high-level meeting in Morocco. The governing body acknowledged mistakes in the process that led to the failed plan but confirmed Infantino will remain in…

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