The upcoming listing of on 24 September is set to bring a new listed stock into India’s capital-market ecosystem. But for investors, the listing could also have a knock-on effect…
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MDR rollout will be monitored to protect users
New Delhi: The government would closely monitor the rollout of () from October 15 to ensure that merchants do not pass these charges to customers, officials said. “We are in…
Retirement paradox: 70% urban Indians want to exit workforce early — but fear running out of cash
A major study reveals widespread enthusiasm for early alongside severe fears about outliving personal funds. Roughly 70% of urban Indians wish to retire before the standard age threshold of 58…
EPFO Form 10C to claim pension benefits: Who can apply? Check step-by-step online claim guide
Navigating Form 10C ensures seamless pension withdrawals and service history retention during career transitions. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation () serves as a vital pillar for retirement security in India’s…
UPI new rules from Oct 15: Will your festive shopping bill get more expensive?
Your shopping bills might get slightly higher this festive season as retailers consider raising prices or offering fewer discounts to offset a new fee on high-value UPI transactions. From October…
Mutual fund analysis: From AMC behaviour to manager style, key checks you should make before putting your money
A ’s past return is easy to find. But for investors, the harder question is whether the Asset Management Company (AMC), fund manager, and fund itself have the characteristics to…
Mutual fund calculator: How ₹25,000 a month can yield wealth worth ₹28 crore, thanks to SIP top-up
Starting with ₹25,000 every month could accumulate roughly ₹28 crore over 30 years. We used a mutual fund calculator to find out the results. This projection requires SIP top-ups each…
Passing UPI MDR to customers is a criminal offence: Here’s what the law says — experts weigh in
With Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) set to apply from 15 October on eligible person-to-merchant (P2M) transactions above ₹2,000 at 0.4%, a key question for consumers is whether merchants can recover…
‘How seamlessly can rupee move..,’ Why UPI could drive India’s next crypto wave | Coinbase boss explains
India’s UPI could become a critical bridge between the country’s traditional financial system and crypto as digital assets move beyond trading and into payments, settlement and tokenised finance. The bigger…
UPI MDR explained: Flat ₹5, 0.40% or 0.02%? Know what applies to merchants, key sectors and capital markets
The Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework will take effect from 15 October 2026, with a 0.40% MDR applying to Person-to-Merchant (P2M) UPI transactions above ₹2,000 for standard merchants. However, the…