Rahul Kumar 
Congress’s Randeep Surjewala slammed the Centre’s decision on UPI charges above Rs 2,000. He called it a “day of digital somersault” and a “betrayal” that will benefit American firms while putting financial burden on common people. Congress terms UPI charges a ‘digital somersault’ Congress General Secretary and MP Randeep Singh Surjewala on Wednesday said that … Read more
According to ‘Chip War’ author Chris Miller, US restrictions on advanced chipmaking technology have successfully limited China’s ability to produce high-end AI chips, leaving it with only a few percent of the global market share. US restrictions on the transfer of advanced chipmaking technology to China have significantly limited the country’s ability to produce high-end … Read more
DoCA Secretary Nidhi Khare stated there is no onion shortage and mandi prices have fallen by 9%. The government is selling onions at Rs 35/kg in 48 cities to moderate prices. Action was also taken against cab aggregators for advance tips. Govt Measures to Control Onion Prices There is no shortage of onions in domestic … Read more
Oxford University student Sophia Howard, at a UNHRC session, praised India’s NEP 2020 for its holistic approach. She said combining academics with practical skills and sustainability, as seen in the Akshar Foundation, can transform education. NEP 2020’s Holistic Approach Lauded On the sidelines of the 63rd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), … Read more
‘Chip War’ author Chris Miller advises India’s Semicon 2.0 strategy to focus on chip design, equipment, and advanced packaging, not just fabrication. He highlights India’s design strengths and the opportunities created by the AI boom. India’s Semicon 2.0 strategy should look beyond chip fabrication and focus on areas including chip design, equipment and advanced packaging … Read more
The failed vote leaves regulatory rulemaking in greater focus as lawmakers remain divided over the crypto market structure bill. The Senate failed to advance the CLARITY Act, as a 49-50 vote on Tuesday fell short of cloture. Gemini co-founder Tyler Winklevoss said the crypto industry may now turn to regulators as a ‘Plan B’ for … Read more
India’s new UPI MDR on transactions over Rs 2,000 has prompted brokerages like Emkay Global and Goldman Sachs to sharply raise earnings and valuation forecasts for Paytm, viewing it as the point UPI acquiring becomes a commercial business. India’s decision to introduce a merchant discount rate on UPI person-to-merchant transactions above Rs 2,000 has prompted … Read more
India’s two-wheeler exports are set for strong growth until FY2027, driven by demand in Latin America, Africa, and Asia. A Kotak report predicts a sharp moderation from FY2028 as pent-up replacement demand and other growth drivers fade. India’s two-wheeler export growth is expected to remain strong through FY2027, supported by demand across Latin America, Africa … Read more
Netflix announces the return of ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’ for Season 5, premiering September 26. The full cast, including Kapil Sharma and Sunil Grover, is back to celebrate the ‘Festival of Laughter’ with a bigger and crazier season. Netflix is all set to bring back the beloved comedy gang with ‘The Great Indian Kapil … Read more
Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar has hit back at SP chief Akhilesh Yadav’s criticism of the state’s economy, asserting that the Yogi Adityanath government has created nearly 9.5 lakh government jobs and provided numerous other opportunities. Rajbhar Counters Akhilesh on Job Numbers Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar on Wednesday hit back at … Read more