Online Payment
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Offline UPI payments with NFC support could soon arrive in India: No internet needed for transaction
Technology | Jul 25, 2026, 07:15 AM ISTIndia could soon introduce offline UPI payments powered by NFC technology, allowing users to make digital transactions without an internet connection. The feature is expected to work through a UPI Lite wallet, enabling tap-to-pay transactions of up to Rs. 2,000 at certified merchant PoS terminals.
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UPI payments above Rs 2000 may soon attract charges: Government mulls return of MDR
Technology | Jul 18, 2026, 09:45 AM ISTThe government is reportedly considering bringing back the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions above Rs 2000. If approved, merchants may have to pay a charge of up to 0.5 per cent on eligible transactions, while small businesses with an turnover of to Rs 1.5 crore could remain exempted.
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New Online Payment Rules from April 1, 2026: Big changes in digital payments
Technology | Mar 31, 2026, 12:37 PM ISTA viral message claims that from April 1, 2026, online payments in India will undergo major changes. These include stricter security measures, new OTP systems, and advanced verification methods.
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Apple Pay could arrive in India soon with Tap-to-Pay support on iPhone and Apple Watch
Technology | Jan 22, 2026, 07:15 AM ISTApple Pay is reportedly gearing up for its long-awaited launch in India by the end of 2026. According to reports, Apple is in discussions with banks, regulators, and card networks to roll out its contactless payment service, initially focusing on card-based tap-to-pay transactions.
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Tap-to-Pay fraud is targeting travellers worldwide: What is it and how to be cautious
Technology | Jan 05, 2026, 02:35 PM ISTA new digital payment scam called ‘ghost tapping’ is emerging as a concern for travellers across popular tourist destinations. By misusing tap-to-pay (NFC) technology on cards and smartphones, scammers attempt to steal money in crowded places like airports, festivals, and markets.
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E-payment systems and fintech could offer faster dispute resolution for cheque bounce issues: How?
Technology | Oct 09, 2025, 05:31 PM ISTIndia continues to push digital transactions like Digital payment systems, e-mandates and online dispute resolution (ODR) platforms as these tools could hold the key to preventing cheque-related disputes, ensuring faster financial justice.
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UPI users faced issues making online payments - Here's what NPCI says
Business | Aug 08, 2025, 08:32 AM ISTMeanwhile, NPCI has restricted the number of times a UPI user can check their account balance via apps to 50 a day. Earlier, there was no limit on checking the balance via the UPI app.
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UPI services crash across India: Users report widespread payment failures on social media
Technology | Aug 07, 2025, 10:22 PM ISTUPI services across India faced widespread outages on Thursday evening, leaving users frustrated and unable to complete digital payments. Reports began pouring in around 8:30 PM IST on Downdetector, with social media flooded by complaints and humorous takes on the situation.
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Big UPI changes from today: New rules for autopay, balance checks and others you must know
Business | Aug 01, 2025, 09:08 AM ISTThe new changes are likely to make UPI more user-friendly, ensuring its dependability, seamlessness, and free of disruptions, especially during peak hours.
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Terror groups exploiting e-commerce and online payment services for funding: FATF
Business | Jul 08, 2025, 08:12 PM ISTIn its 'Comprehensive Update on Terrorist Financing Risks', the FATF flagged that certain terrorist organisations have been and continue to receive financial and other forms of support from several national governments.
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Good News For UPI users: Response time to be 10-15 seconds for payments - Here's what it means
Personal Finance | Jun 16, 2025, 06:11 PM ISTEffective from today, the time taken in a UPI payment to validate the address will take just 10 seconds, as compared to 15 seconds earlier.
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Will UPI transactions be costly? Govt may consider charges on payment above THIS amount - Details
Business | Jun 12, 2025, 12:07 PM ISTThe Payments Council of India (PCI) has suggested a 0.3 per cent MDR for big merchants. Currently, credit and debit cards have an MDR of 0.9 per cent to 2 per cent, but RuPay cards are exempt from this.
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PM Modi offers linking UPI with payment systems of BIMSTEC: List of countries that use India’s UPI
Business | Apr 04, 2025, 12:35 PM ISTPM Modi also proposed establishing a BIMSTEC Centre of Excellence for Disaster Management in India to collaborate on disaster preparedness, relief and rehabilitation.
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UPI down again! Google Pay, PhonePe, SBI users face major payment disruptions across India
Technology | Apr 03, 2025, 06:38 PM ISTFrustrated users took to social media to report failed transactions, money deducted without confirmation, delayed refunds, and app crashes. Authorities are yet to confirm when services will be fully restored.
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UPI transaction value hits record high in March, reaches over Rs 24 lakh crore | DETAILS
Business | Apr 02, 2025, 07:56 AM ISTAccording to NPCI data, the UPI network processed over 590 million transactions daily on average, with a total transaction value of approximately Rs 79,910 crore per day. Compared to last year, UPI transactions in March reached a staggering Rs 24.77 lakh crore.
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'The shopkeeper looking at me': Memes flood Internet after UPI payments fail due to glitch
Trending | Mar 27, 2025, 10:14 AM ISTUPI services faced technical glitches which caused disruptions in payments. While it was frustrating for users, some of them took to X to share hilarious memes. Check out some of them here.
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Fake QR Codes: How to identify before making online payments?
Technology | Jan 23, 2025, 10:17 AM ISTWhile QR codes make payments quick and easy, they also pose risks if not used carefully. By following these tips and staying cautious, you can safeguard yourself from falling victim to QR code scams. Always verify before you pay.
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RBI asks National Payments Corporation of India to develop this facility to prevent fraud | Details
Business | Dec 30, 2024, 07:29 PM ISTRBI said that the NPCI shall not store any data relating to this facility. In case of a dispute, the remitting bank and the beneficiary bank shall resolve the dispute based on the unique lookup reference number and the corresponding logs.
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6 Ways to safely use your Credit and Debit cards in India
Technology | Dec 22, 2024, 03:05 PM ISTOnline payments offer convenience but demand caution. To shop safely and avoid cyber fraud, stick to trusted websites, use secure networks, enable two-factor authentication, and create strong passwords. By taking these simple precautions, you can enjoy a secure and hassle-free online shopping.
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UPI Lite to let you make payment without PIN or Password now: Know-how
Technology | Nov 02, 2024, 12:07 PM ISTA new rule of UPI has been implemented to make small payments easily, without any Password or PIN. Users could use the UPI Lite app to do the needful. Here is everything you need to know about the new rule.