Upi
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CRED introduces Biometric UPI payments: Now pay using face or fingerprint
Technology | Mar 27, 2026, 05:27 PM ISTCRED has introduced biometric authentication for UPI payments, allowing users to pay using face or fingerprint. The feature, developed with National Payments Corporation of India, aims to make transactions faster, safer, and more reliable.
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Shashi Tharoor hails UPI's global adoption, says 'India now a techno-diplomatic leader'
India | Mar 18, 2026, 07:40 AM ISTIndia's UPI has emerged as the world's most-used real-time digital payment system, powering over 50% of global instant transactions, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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HDFC Bank customers alert: UPI-based ATM withdrawal rules set to be changed from April 2026
Personal Finance | Mar 04, 2026, 03:33 PM ISTHDFC Bank customers alert: After the free transaction limit is reached, customers will be charged Rs 23 per transaction plus applicable taxes.
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EPFO update: New app to allow withdrawal through UPI - All you need to know
Personal Finance | Feb 10, 2026, 04:37 PM ISTThe Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is reportedly launching a dedicated mobile app in April 2026 to enable direct EPF withdrawals via UPI.
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Small Security Mistakes That Can Lead to Payment Fraud
Brand Content | Jan 29, 2026, 01:40 PM ISTOne of the most common mistakes people make is using the same password or PIN across multiple platforms. It is tempting to use a familiar string of numbers for your phone lock, your email, and your UPI app.
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Republic Day 2026: How BHIM, Aadhaar, DigiLocker and UMANG transforming everyday lifes
Technology | Jan 25, 2026, 02:11 PM ISTOn India’s Republic Day 2026, take a closer look at how Digital India initiatives like UPI, Aadhaar, DigiLocker and UMANG have simplified payments, governance and daily life for millions of citizens.
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BHIM and UPI: What’s the difference and what are the daily and per-transaction limits?
Technology | Jan 22, 2026, 06:04 PM ISTBHIM and UPI are often confused as the same, but they aren’t. Learn the key difference between BHIM and UPI, how each works, and which one you should use for digital payments in India.
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Stock market scam alert: How Telegram ‘Trading Groups’ are trapping investors and stealing lakhs
Technology | Jan 04, 2026, 05:10 PM ISTTelegram-based stock market frauds have emerged as a major threat. In a recent case, a woman from Mumbai lost nearly Rs 4 lakh after being lured into a fake stock trading group on Telegram. What looked like a smart investment opportunity turned out to be a well-planned digital trap.
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What changes for you from January 1? New rules on UPI, salary, Aadhaar-PAN and PM Kisan explained
Personal Finance | Dec 30, 2025, 05:21 PM ISTThe changes to come into effect in 2026 pertain to UPI, PM Kisan, government employee salaries, and Aadhaar-PAN linking rules.
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Credit card for UPI payment — Is It really free? NPCI’s new guidelines reveal the truth
Personal Finance | Nov 05, 2025, 01:20 PM ISTAny user having a RuPay credit card can link it to the UPI app (like PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm). Following this, he/she can make payments directly from the credit card by scanning the QR code.
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ChatGPT Go's free India launch hits snag: UPI activation issues frustrate users
Technology | Nov 04, 2025, 07:52 PM ISTUsers must provide a payment method (Credit Card or UPI) to activate OpenAI's free access. While no immediate charge is incurred, this is required to facilitate automatic billing once the 12-month free period ends.
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Samsung Wallet to offer PIN-free UPI payments by using biometrics on devices
Technology | Oct 31, 2025, 03:07 PM ISTThe Samsung Wallet feature is similar to the existing UPI Lite service, which enables PIN-free payments for minor transactions.
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Festive Buying Alert: 5 key safety tips to secure digital payments
Personal Finance | Oct 17, 2025, 05:38 PM ISTFestive Buying Alert: Genuine offers don’t require sensitive information or upfront payments, so customers must verify before engaging.
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UPI payments via ChatGPT soon: Razorpay showcases pilot at GFF 2025
Technology | Oct 11, 2025, 03:44 PM ISTYou will soon be able to make UPI payments through ChatGPT and other AI platforms, as NPCI has begun preparations to integrate UPI features directly into AI apps.
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Make UPI payments without PIN coming soon to Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm
Technology | Oct 09, 2025, 06:12 PM ISTThe new biometric UPI feature by NPCI and RBI will let users pay using facial or fingerprint recognition instead of a PIN, with a Rs 5,000 limit per transaction. It will be available soon on Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm, making everyday digital payments in India faster, safer, and PIN-free.
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Global Fintech Fest: PM Modi invites global investors to grow with India's growth story
Business | Oct 09, 2025, 05:37 PM ISTThe National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has revised the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transaction limit for Person-to-Merchant (P2M) payments.
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UPI payments are now possible using wearable smart glasses without needing PIN: Here's how
Technology | Oct 08, 2025, 12:07 PM ISTUPI users can now make payments using their wearable smart glasses and voice commands. This facility is currently available for UPI Lite transactions.
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UPI users: Forgot your UPI PIN? You can now reset it using your face, no need for ATM card
Technology | Oct 08, 2025, 07:49 AM ISTUPI launched this facility to enhance the user experience and provide an additional authentication method. This will especially benefit users who don't have access to their ATM cards.
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Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm users: Now use your face or fingerprint for UPI payments
Technology | Oct 08, 2025, 07:49 AM ISTUPI has introduced new features that enhance the customer experience, allowing users to make PIN-less payments authenticated by their face or fingerprint.
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How to create personalised UPI IDs on Paytm and Google Pay
Technology | Oct 01, 2025, 07:15 PM ISTPaytm now allows users to create personalised UPI IDs to protect their phone number or email during transactions, while Google Pay is set to introduce the same feature soon, enhancing privacy and security for India’s growing digital payments ecosystem.