UPI will continue to be free for consumers, with no transaction fee imposed on person-to-person payments. Will the rollout of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions be deferred to January 2027? The government may postpone the move which was scheduled to be effective from October 15, 2026, by a few months,…
Prepare for a challenging day ahead, but lean on your siblings to uplift your spirit. Narrow your focus to one key objective, directing your energy thoughtfully. Keep the conversation flowing with your partner to clear any confusion. Your hard work will pay off financially, so avoid the temptation of splurging. You’ll work hard today, no…
General:Home feels brighter today. There can be a festive mood under your roof, or an invitation may arrive for a family event, social gathering, or dinner. The Moon supports your domestic space, and Jupiter adds ease, so people around you seem more content with you than usual.You also carry your words well now. Mercury, your…
Actor-politician and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay recently met Lance Naik Meenatchi Sundaram, who was awarded the prestigious Kirti Chakra for his courage in the line of duty. During the meeting, Vijay honoured the soldier with a cheque of Rs 48 lakh in recognition of his service to the nation. Meenatchi Sundaram, who belonged to…
Simon and Garfunkel once sang that the words of the prophet are written on subway walls. They were only partially correct because the gospel truth can be found in all forms of art, including cartoons. Take a Paul Rigby cartoon caption in Sydney’s Daily Telegraph, which was testament to the plight of English batters during…
Union minister of state for commerce and industry Jitin Prasada met US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on the sidelines of the G20 Summit NEW DELHI: India has joined the United States and 24 other countries in an initiative aimed at shaping the development of next-generation 6G networks, the US department of commerce said.Union minister of…
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo (AP Photo) Portugal may have secured a dramatic place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, but their victory over Croatia has reignited debate over Cristiano Ronaldo‘s place in the starting XI after legendary striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic delivered a blistering assessment of the veteran forward. Speaking as a Fox Sports pundit,…
Over time, the interest earned on the accumulated balance earns interest, allowing compounding to steadily increase your retirement savings. Being a crorepati and accumulating a corpus of over Rs 1 crore is often a financial goal for money. But when you are thinking of SIPs, mutual funds, stock markets, ETFs, gold, silver, one quiet savings…
As global leaders gather in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, India is in the spotlight as the host of the two-day event at Bharat Mandapam which began from September 12 to 13. With discussions ranging from geopolitics and economic cooperation to intra-BRICS trade, infrastructure and sustainable development, the summit has brought together representatives…
The new setup can pump groundwater seven days a week, without relying on electricity from the grid or a generator. That has allowed the cleanup operation to run more consistently while increasing the volume of water that can be removed from the affected area. A small shift in how groundwater is collected is making a…
With Saturn positioned in Pisces, today emphasizes the importance of mastering skills through dedication and persistence. The Moon in Cancer, particularly in Pushya Nakshatra, fosters the development of innovative ideas and nurturing connections. It’s advisable to concentrate on enhancing the quality of your work and establishing sustainable accomplishments. Steer clear of risky financial maneuvers and…
How one iceberg changed everything for Antarctic penguin colony When it comes to nature, it often reminds us that even the smallest change in the environment can ripple through an entire ecosystem. According to experts, in Antarctica, life depends on a fine balance of sea ice, open water and seasonal rhythms. A lone iceberg has…
