New Delhi, July 8: Biometric authentication-based Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions recorded significant growth in June, crossing 600 million transactions with a total value of Rs 25,416 crore. The rise in biometric-enabled UPI payments reflects the growing acceptance of secure and convenient digital payment methods among users across the country.…
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Mercom India Renewables Summit 2026 Concludes with CEO Calling for 1000 GW 10-Year Solar Roadmap to Support India’s Energy Transition
New Delhi, July 8: The sixth edition of the Mercom India Renewables Summit concluded last week at the Hyatt Regency in New Delhi, drawing record attendance from across India’s clean energy sector. The two-day event brought together industry-leading speakers and panelists across critical sessions, alongside workshops and an Expo Hall showcasing leading clean energy brands and technology innovators from India’s energy ecosystem. Raj Prabhu, CEO of Mercom Capital…
Continue ReadingAndhra Pradesh Officials’ Visit to Kotia Villages Rekindles Odisha–Andhra Border Dispute
Koraput, July 8 (UDN): The decades-old border dispute between Odisha and Andhra Pradesh has resurfaced after a team of Andhra Pradesh government officials reportedly carried out census-related verification in several villages under the disputed Kotia Gram Panchayat in Koraput district. Representational Image According to local sources, the Andhra Pradesh team,…
Continue ReadingGujarat Expands Fuel Tax Relief for Fishermen with Major Policy Change
July 8: In a move aimed at providing greater financial relief to the fishing community, the Gujarat Cabinet has approved a key amendment to the state’s diesel Value Added Tax (VAT) relief scheme by removing the boat length criterion, allowing more fishermen to benefit from the subsidy. The revised policy…
Continue ReadingGovernment Steps Up El Niño Preparedness as Monsoon Boosts Kharif Sowing
New Delhi, July 8: The Centre has intensified its preparedness measures to address the potential impact of El Niño while expressing confidence over the progress of the ongoing kharif season, aided by improved monsoon conditions across several parts of the country. According to official data, kharif sowing has reached 350.85…
Continue ReadingSamsung Set to Unfold New Shape at Galaxy Unpacked in London
July 8: On July 22, Samsung Electronics will host Galaxy Unpacked in London, U.K. – a city that moves forward, not by chasing trends, but by setting them. Join us as we unveil the newest additions to the Galaxy portfolio, which has defined the foldable category. Combining intelligent capabilities with…
Continue ReadingCashless Healthcare Scheme Brings New Medical Benefits for UP Teachers and Education Staff
Lucknow, July 8: The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a new cashless healthcare scheme aimed at providing easier and more accessible medical treatment facilities to teachers and employees working in the education sector. Under the initiative, eligible teachers and education department staff will be able to avail cashless medical services…
Continue ReadingIndia’s credit card boom: A decade of rapid growth reshapes the way consumers pay
New Delhi, July 8: India’s credit card industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, with the number of credit cards issued nearly tripling as consumers increasingly shift towards digital and cashless payment options. The surge reflects a major change in consumer behaviour, with credit cards becoming a…
Continue ReadingNew Technology to Help Predict Landslide Risks in Himalayan Region
Mandi, July 8: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) have developed an operational landslide early warning system to improve disaster preparedness in the Indian Himalayan region. The newly developed system will help monitor landslide risks and provide timely alerts, allowing authorities and communities to take preventive…
Continue ReadingSensex Plunges 1,600 Points as Iran Ceasefire Uncertainty Hits Markets
Mumbai: Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp decline as the Sensex fell over 1,600 points after renewed geopolitical concerns emerged following US President Donald Trump’s statement that the Iran ceasefire had ended. The sudden escalation in tensions triggered selling pressure across global markets, with investors turning cautious amid concerns over…
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