NPCI has refuted claims that GST on UPI MDR will burden small merchants, stating the allegations are incorrect. It clarified that MDR only applies to P2M transactions over Rs 2,000, meaning over 96% of UPI merchant payments remain unaffected. The National Payments Corporation of India clarified that allegations regarding Goods and Services Tax (GST) on … Read more
Canadian PM Mark Carney says PM Narendra Modi is expected to visit Canada in December, with both countries aiming to secure a trade deal by the end of this year. Carney described the relationship with India as ‘exceptionally important’. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday (local time) said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is … Read more
EU’s Kaja Kallas met Iran’s Abbas Araghchi at the UNGA, discussing diplomatic efforts to end the US-Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz without fees. She also raised concerns over rising executions and internal repression in Iran. European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of … Read more
Karnataka BJP MLA Dr Bharat Shetty has demanded the state government issue a white paper on its financial position. He alleged mounting liabilities, pending bills, and difficulties in meeting financial commitments amid reports of a cautionary note. Karnataka BJP MLA Dr Bharat Shetty on Tuesday demanded that the Karnataka state government issue a white paper … Read more
India and Norway held the 12th meeting of the Joint Working Group on Environment in Oslo, reviewing cooperation on marine pollution, waste recycling, and ocean management under their shared Green Strategic Partnership. India and Norway held the 12th meeting of the Joint Working Group on Environment in Oslo, reviewing ongoing collaboration spanning marine pollution, environmental … Read more
P Chidambaram voiced concern over an 18% decline in India’s elephant count, calling it a ‘wake-up call’. Meanwhile, on World Rhino Day, PM Modi launched ‘Project Rhino’ to bolster conservation efforts for the greater one-horned rhinoceros. Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister P Chidambaram on Tuesday expressed concern over the reported decline in India’s … Read more
Varanasi Municipal Corporation, with Namami Gange, held a cleaning drive at Manikarnika Ghat after Ganga floodwaters receded. The team removed around 100 kg of discarded clothes and garbage from the river bed to protect the aquatic ecosystem. Following the receding of the Ganga, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation carried out a large-scale cleaning drive at Manikarnika … Read more
Japan captain Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming expressed pride after his team pushed India to the final ball in a rain-shortened five-over T20I. India secured a narrow two-run victory after restricting Japan to 30/3 while defending a target of 33. Japan captain Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming said the team felt a sense of pride after pushing “best team in the … Read more
Dhanush was honoured with a National Film Award Special Mention for ‘Captain Miller’ at the 72nd National Film Awards in Gujarat. The film also won an award for Promoting National Values. The ceremony was held outside New Delhi for the first time. Tamil actor Dhanush was honoured with a National Film Award Special Mention for … Read more
Proteas star David Miller expresses his desire to win a maiden Cricket World Cup, calling it a ‘dream come true’. The veteran batter discusses South Africa’s approach, focusing on process over pressure ahead of the upcoming tournament. As South Africa prepares to take on Australia, Proteas star batter David Miller looked forward to deliver for … Read more