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The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on 13 October 2026 announced that the implementation of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on select person-to-merchant (P2M) UPI transactions will take place…

Sustainable architecture has moved beyond optional features and into the core of contemporary design practice. In 2026, architects, developers and clients increasingly prioritise buildings that minimise environmental impact while enhancing…

The Reserve Bank of India raised its policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 percent on October 7, marking the first increase in nearly four years. Within hours,…

Health rights organisations have renewed their demand for stronger regulation of pricing in India’s private healthcare sector. The Jan Swasthya Abhiyan and the Working Group on Access to Medicines and…

Samsung has expanded its affordable smartphone portfolio in India with the launch of the Galaxy A08. Unveiled on October 1, 2026, the device targets mid-segment buyers looking for practical everyday…

Brazil’s highly anticipated friendly against India in Kolkata has lost one of its star attractions. Barcelona forward Raphinha has been withdrawn from the national team squad after picking up a…

Nani’s action drama The Paradise has crossed the Rs 144 crore mark worldwide after five days in theatres, but the film encountered a sharp setback on its first Monday. The…

Roadies is preparing for a fresh chapter. The long-running adventure reality franchise will return as Roadies Rebirth, bringing back Rannvijay Singha as host and introducing a restructured competition format. The…

When Alia Bhatt’s first look from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War appeared, it immediately stood out. Dressed in a bold cabaret-inspired ensemble, the actor projected a glamorous, stage-ready energy…

Marathi film Gondhal, written and directed by Santosh Davakhar, has been selected as India’s official entry for the 99th Academy Awards in 2027. Chosen by the Film Federation of India…