India has proposed a legal change that could permit merchant fees on selected UPI payments, including transactions above Rs 2,000. No fee has been finalised, and the proposals mainly target large merchants rather than customers, small shops or personal transfers. UPI Fee Has Not Been Introduced Yet UPI payments above Rs 2,000 are not automatically becoming chargeable. A proposed amendment to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act woul

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged US Ambassador Sergio Gor to support faster student visa appointments and smoother H-1B processing. The meeting also focused on university partnerships, research, technology, investment and stronger Telangana-US cooperation. Revanth Reddy Seeks Faster US Visa Processing Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor to support increased visa access for

Sheikh Hasina has said she and senior Awami League colleagues plan to return to Bangladesh around December and surrender before the courts. Her proposed return could revive her party’s political campaign, but she faces immediate arrest, a death sentence and serious security risks. Sheikh Hasina Plans Bangladesh Return: What Happens Next? Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has placed her possible return to Dhaka at the ce

India and Myanmar are discussing unresolved stretches of their boundary, but the MEA has not formally confirmed reports of a proposed territorial exchange in Manipur. The reported land-swap plan has triggered opposition from COCOMI, which says Manipur’s territorial integrity cannot be compromised without public consent. India-Myanmar Land Swap? MEA Confirms Border Talks New Delhi: Reports that India may exchange a small area of terr

The Centre may convene a special Parliament session from August 17 to reconsider legislation connecting delimitation with the implementation of women’s reservation. The reported plan remains tentative as the government evaluates political support needed to pass a constitutional amendment in both Houses. Parliament Special Session Likely on Aug 17 for Key Bills New Delhi: The Narendra Modi government may convene a special session of

A parliamentary panel has given Meta three days to respond over the temporary removal of PM Modi’s Facebook video and sought an unconditional apology from Mark Zuckerberg. The panel has also warned that Meta’s safe harbour protection could be reviewed if the company fails to provide a satisfactory response. Meta Gets 3-Day Deadline as Panel Seeks Zuckerberg Apology New Delhi: A parliamentary panel has increased pressure on Meta af

Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat died at the age of 74 on August 4 after battling blood cancer. Remembered as Ashwatthama in Mahabharat, Bikshu Yadav in Sye and the villain in Ghajini, he leaves behind a powerful legacy across Indian cinema. Pradeep Rawat Dies After Cancer Relapse Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat passed away on Tuesday evening at the age of 74 following a prolonged battle with blood cancer.

The Air India Phuket-Delhi flight severe turbulence incident left passengers and crew injured aboard AI2379. After a safe Delhi landing, those affected received airport medical care, while authorities began reviewing the reported altitude drop. AI2379 turbulence incident causes Phuket-Delhi flight injuries Air India flight AI2379, travelling from Phuket

The Udhayanidhi Stalin arrest over alleged Trisha remarks has intensified Tamil Nadu politics. The Tamil Nadu police case, TVK and BJP criticism, DMK political vendetta claim and Cauvery protest controversy have moved the row to the centre of public debate. Tamil Nadu police case follows Trisha remarks row Tamil Nadu Police arrested DMK leader and Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin on August 4 following a case concerning remarks ma

Section 301 tariff lawsuit challenges presidential authority A coalition of 25 Democratic-led US states has filed a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs on imports from 60 trading partners. The case was filed in the US Court of International Trade and argues that the administration exceeded its authority by using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to impose broad import duties. The contested tariffs range from 10 percent to 1

Neeraj Chopra advice helps Yashvir Singh win CWG bronze after a dramatic final-round comeback at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026. Yashvir produced an 85.41m personal best throw, moving from seventh place to the podium and securing India’s second javelin medal at the event. Final-Round Throw Transforms Yashvir’s Campaign Indian javelin thrower Yashvi

Maharashtra TET paper leak investigation latest updates: The Maharashtra TET paper leak probe has revealed that the SET exam target may have been the next objective of the accused. Thane Police are investigating a suspected nationwide exam scam involving leaked question papers, examination centre manipulation and organized criminal networks. Probe Reveals Alleged Plan to Target SET

Indian spacetech startups have collectively raised $871 million across 285 companies, with Skyroot Aerospace leading the sector after Vikram-1 became the first privately built Indian rocket to reach orbit. The milestone signals growing investor confidence in India’s commercial space industry. Skyroot’s Vikram-1 Marks a Turning Point India’s private space sector reached a major milestone on July 18 when Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-

Fresh from her historic Japan Open Super 750 triumph, badminton star PV Sindhu joined the Andhra Pradesh Government's Jeevandan organ donation drive in Visakhapatnam, urging people to embrace organ donation awareness and describing it as a priceless gift that gives countless patients a second chance at life. PV Sindhu Supports Jeevandan Organ Donation Drive Indian badminton icon PV Sindhu participated in an organ donation awareness progr

Centre Clarifies Indian Passport and Citizenship Rules The Centre has told Parliament that Indian passports are issued to eligible Indian citizens following verification under the Passports Act, 1967. However, it did not directly declare a passport conclusive standalone proof of citizenship, renewing discussion about citizenship documents in India.