Upi

Money

Government may bring back UPI MDR for large merchants: Who could be affected?

The Centre is considering reintroducing a merchant discount rate (MDR) on select UPI transactions. If approved, the levy is expected to apply only to large merchants and higher-value payments, while small businesses and consumers are likely to remain unaffected.

2 min read17 Jul 2026
Money

UPI vs Credit Cards: Experts explain how to choose right payment method for everyday spending

UPI and credit cards each offer unique advantages for everyday payments. Here are the key differences, benefits, rewards, credit score impact, and practical tips for choosing the right payment method for daily spending, budgeting and long-term financial planning in India.

3 min read14 Jul 2026
Opinion

India's payments revolution must now cross borders

The solution is not to resist innovations in payment protocols, but rather to ensure that innovation remains connected and interoperable.

5 min read8 Jul 2026
Money

EPFO 3.0: UPI, ATM withdrawal facility rollout date, limit, will you get an ATM card — All questions answered

EPFO subscribers can soon withdraw provident fund savings via UPI apps and EPF-linked ATMs under the new EPFO 3.0 digital platform.

3 min read29 Jun 2026
Money

Accidentally sent extra money through UPI? Here's what you should do next

Accidental UPI payments, such as entering an extra zero, can lead to unintended transfers. To recover funds, contact the recipient for a refund and file a complaint with your bank. Details here.

2 min read22 Jun 2026
Industry

A new crop of UPI players is rewriting the cashback playbook

UPI cashback is taking on a new role as a new breed of fintechs compete for users beyond payments. Rewards are being used to sell credit, commerce and financial products, prompting established players such as Paytm to ramp up cashback spending to deepen engagement and retention.

6 min read22 Jun 2026
Money

EPFO 3.0 explained: How the new PF withdrawal process differs from the existing one | A detailed comparison

EPFO 3.0 aims to streamline PF withdrawal by enabling direct withdrawals into bank accounts through UPI, reducing paperwork and wait times. This will allow instant, paperless transfers, improving access for subscribers compared to the current, cumbersome process requiring withdrawal claims.

2 min read22 Jun 2026
Money

EPFO 3.0 update: UPI and ATM-based PF withdrawals, limits, rollout timeline and key changes

EPFO 3.0 will enable UPI and ATM-based PF withdrawals, increase limits, speed up claims processing and simplify access to provident fund savings. Here are the latest updates, recent developments and upcoming changes.

2 min read16 Jun 2026
Money

Bank holiday today, June 13: Are SBI, HDFC Bank, and other banks closed on Saturday?

Banks across India are closed on specified holidays, including second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays. Online banking remains operational during these closures for uninterrupted access to financial services.

2 min read13 Jun 2026
News

India, Nepal open UPI-NPI digital corridor for instant remittances

The cross-border digital payment link will allow citizens of both countries to make seamless, secure and real-time transfers and payments using familiar mobile banking applications, UPI apps, and digital wallets.

1 min read11 Jun 2026