PIL in SC questions Centre’s decision to impose MDR on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000

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New Delhi: A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Centre’s recent framework permitting Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on specified high-value Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions above Rs 2,000, alleging that the move is arbitrary, discriminatory and imposes a nationwide financial burden without adequate statutory safeguards. The plea, filed by advocate Anjan Datta through advocate Ashutosh Dubey, has challenged the Gazette Notification published September 14,...

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Iran not interested in continuing conflict with US, seeks diplomatic solution: Araghchi

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Beijing: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi Wednesday that Tehran is not interested in continuing the conflict with the US and looks forward to returning to a diplomatic solution, as he held talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi and briefed him on the latest developments in West Asia. His visit to Beijing comes in the midst of an escalation of hostilities in West Asia following the military advances made by Yemen's...

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Shahzad Bhatti Network declared terrorist organisation under UAPA: Amit Shah

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New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah Wednesday said the government has declared Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti Network (SBN) a terrorist organisation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Shah said the action came pursuing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of zero tolerance against terror. "The group is involved in smuggling of arms, explosives and narcotics across borders, apart from inciting youths and petty criminals into terrorism. Targeting India's democratic structure and the...

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Govt raises EPFO wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 per month

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New Delhi: Union Cabinet Wednesday approved a proposal to raise the wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to Rs 25,000 per month from Rs 15,000. The wage ceiling revision is taking place after 12 years. The decision is expected to bring more than 51 lakh additional employees within the ambit of mandatory EPFO coverage, significantly widening social security protection for workers, Information and Broadcasting Minister...

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Subhadra Yojana to mark 2nd anniversary tomorrow with statewide events

Bhubaneswar: The Subhadra Yojana will mark its second anniversary Thursday, with Odisha government planning programmes across the state and encouraging women beneficiaries to light lamps at their homes as part of the celebrations. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said celebrations will be organised at 338 locations across Odisha. Rangoli programmes, competitions and other activities will be held...

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Jaishankar holds talks with Bhutan foreign minister on bilateral ties

Thimphu: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar Wednesday held talks with Bhutan's Foreign Minister Lyonpo D N Dhungyel in Bumthang, reviewing the wide-ranging cooperation between both neighbouring countries. "Delighted to meet FM Bhutan Lyonpo D. N. Dhungyel and jointly review our wide-ranging cooperation. Thank him for hosting me in the spiritual and historical centre of Bumthang. Our...

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PIL in SC questions Centre’s decision to impose MDR on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000

New Delhi: A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Centre’s recent framework permitting Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on specified high-value Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions above Rs 2,000, alleging that the move is arbitrary, discriminatory and imposes a nationwide financial burden without adequate statutory safeguards. The plea, filed by advocate...

Govt likely to extend RoDTEP incentive scheme for exporters

Govt likely to extend RoDTEP scheme, seeks Rs 23,000 crore for 2026-27

New Delhi: The government is likely to extend the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme to boost exports, a senior official said Wednesday. The scheme was extended in April this year for six months till September 30. The official said the Commerce Ministry is in discussion with the Finance Ministry’s Department of Expenditure...

EAM Jaishankar, Bhutanese counterpart discuss advancing multifaceted development partnership

Thimphu: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar Wednesday held talks with Bhutan's Foreign Minister Lyonpo D N Dhungyel in Bumthang, reviewing the wide-ranging cooperation between both neighbouring countries. "Delighted to meet FM Bhutan Lyonpo D. N. Dhungyel and jointly review our wide-ranging cooperation. Thank him for hosting me in the spiritual and historical centre of Bumthang. Our...

WPL 2027 to be held from January 14 to February 7

New Delhi: The fifth edition of the Women's Premier League will be played from January 14 to February 7, 2027 while its auction will be held October 28 this year in Kochi, BCCI announced Wednesday. The BCCI however, did not disclose the host cities for the WPL. "As the biggest T20 league in women's cricket, the TATA...

 

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