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  WhatsApp allowed to expand reach: All users now eligible for using UPI payments

  January 01, 2025 17:58 IST

  Earlier, there was a limit on how many users WhatsApp could onboard to its UPI service. This limit was expanded to 100 million in 2022. NPCI has now completely removed the limit.

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  Good news for UPI users! NPCI extends deadline for transaction limits, relief for PhonePe users

  January 01, 2025 16:53 IST

  NPCI has extended the deadline for the market share limit on UPI transactions. This decision will benefit Google Pay and PhonePe, which currently dominate 85 percent of India's UPI transactions.

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  New Year 2025: From UPI to pension, key changes in various sectors in upcoming year | Check details

  Business | December 31, 2024 17:08 IST

  The new year is set to bring major changes in personal finances, lifestyle, education, and careers, among other areas. Here are some of the key changes that will affect various sectors.

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  RBI introduces new regulations for UPI apps starting January 1, Google Pay and PhonePe rejoice

  Technology | December 30, 2024 18:43 IST

  Significant changes are expected in the new year for users making digital payments through UPI. Users will now have a higher limit for UPI payments than before.

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  From new limits to new features: All changes made in UPI in 2024

  Technology | December 18, 2024 22:06 IST

  To enhance the smoothness of UPI transactions, the NPCI has implemented various rule changes this year. UPI users should be aware of these updates.

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  UPI achieves record 15,547 crore transactions worth Rs 223 lakh crore till November 2024

  Business | December 15, 2024 14:10 IST

  Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has set a new milestone by crossing 15,000 crore transactions from January to November this year. According to a study, by October 2023, 75 per cent of all retail digital payments in India were through UPI.

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  RBI to allow small finance banks to extend pre-sanctioned credit lines through UPI, check details

  Business | December 06, 2024 17:21 IST

  Credit line on UPI has the potential to make available low-ticket, low-tenor products to "new-to-credit" customers, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said.

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  UPI users alert: Staggering Rs 485 crore lost to fraud in the first half of 2024-25

  Technology | November 28, 2024 6:49 IST

  With the rise of internet usage, most people now make digital payments. However, in the last six months, there have been about Rs 485 crore in fraud cases involving UPI.

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  UPI merchants: THESE steps can help you avoid UPI-related scams

  Technology | November 12, 2024 9:20 IST

  With the rise of the internet and UPI, related scams are also increasing in India. UPI merchants can take the following steps to protect themselves and safeguard their hard-earned money.

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  UPI without bank account: Here is how to use UPI Circle for family members

  November 09, 2024 18:40 IST

  Know how to use UPI Circle to enable UPI transactions for family members without bank accounts. Discover how UPI Circle allows multiple users, including children and the elderly, to make payments through a single account with easy setup.

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  Beware of the UPI Refund Scam: What is it and how to stay safe?

  Technology | November 05, 2024 22:48 IST

  UPI scams have escalated and if you ever get a text message from an unknown source claiming that they have transferred money, then you need to be alert. This UPI-based refund scam is spreading like wildfire and people are losing money frequently. Here is everything you need to know.

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  HDFC Bank’s UPI service will remain shut for two days in November | Check full details

  Business | November 04, 2024 16:03 IST

  HDFC Bank UPI service: UPI has not only eliminated the need to carry cash but has also made transactions much easier and safer. However, this month, UPI will be unavailable in HDFC bank for two days, preventing people from using this service.

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  UPI Lite enables PIN-less payments on Google Pay, PhonePe, Amazon Pay: Here's how

  Technology | November 04, 2024 12:08 IST

  The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) launched the UPI Lite service some time ago, and new rules have taken effect as of November 1. As a result, users will have a higher limit on their payment transactions than before.

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  Paytm receives approval from RBI to onboard new UPI users

  Technology | October 24, 2024 13:18 IST

  Earlier this year, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) directed Paytm to halt several of its financial services due to repeated regulatory violations. Following the ban, Paytm requested approval from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) in August.

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  UPI vs UPI Wallet: Which mode of payment is more secure, convenient? Know Here

  Business | October 22, 2024 11:27 IST

  UPI is a payment system, used through payment apps like Paytm, PhonePe, and Google Pay, where a person has to link their bank account to send or receive payments instantly. However, UPI Wallet will not be linked to any bank account.

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  UPI now in Maldives: Muizzu introduces payment service amid fallout from 'India Out' campaign

  World | October 21, 2024 12:06 IST

  The agreement to introduce UPI in Maldives was signed during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's three-day official visit to the country in August.

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  RBI increases UPI Lite, UPI 123PAY transaction limits to boost 'digital payments'

  Business | October 09, 2024 11:54 IST

  The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised the transaction limits for UPI Lite and UPI 123PAY, increasing accessibility to digital payments. The UPI Lite limit has risen from Rs 500 to Rs 1,000, while UPI 123PAY limits have doubled to Rs 10,000.

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  Google UPI Circle launched in India for simplified payments

  Technology | October 03, 2024 21:48 IST

  With UPI Circle, Google Pay makes it easier for users to manage payments for others securely and efficiently. Whether you’re helping family members or managing payments for dependents, this new feature simplifies digital transactions while maintaining control and transparency.

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  Money being deducted automatically every month: Here's how to stop UPI AutoPay

  Technology | September 27, 2024 17:51 IST

  NPCI has introduced UPI AutoPay feature that allows users to manage recurring payments seamlessly. If you've activated AutoPay for any service, here's how you can stop it.

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  Will UPI users discontinue service if transaction fee is imposed? Check what survey reveals

  Business | September 23, 2024 14:12 IST

  For the first time, UPI transactions surpassed 100 billion, reaching a total of 131 billion in a single financial year, compared to 84 billion in 2022-23. In terms of value, UPI transactions hit an impressive Rs 199.89 trillion.