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Santrupt Misra said the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), which operates UPI, has large financial banks and platforms as its shareholders and promoters

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has firmly dismissed the government's recent proposal to impose fees on UPI transactions that exceed two thousand rupees. Party officials emphasized the need for the Centre to seek alternative funding sources for enhancing digital infrastructure. They proposed tapping into the Reserve Bank of India's dividends for this purpose, warning that this charge could adversely affect both merchants' earnings and consumer expenses.

In the letter sent in August, Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has said Tamil Nadu has been industry-friendly, making consistent efforts to attract business and investment; hence, better management of the airport is of paramount importance

A senior official said the fresh tranche of relief material, sent as part of India's humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) measures, was dispatched aboard the IAF's C-130 aircraft

In a candid moment, former captain Rohit Sharma opened up about his comfort food during Test matches. Facing long hours of play often stirred feelings of anxiety and sleeplessness, yet his mother's baked banana wafers brought him peace. With their familiar taste, these beloved snacks accompanied Rohit throughout his illustrious Test career, grounding him amid the pressure.

Jennifer Winget recently marked her nuptial celebrations with a dazzling function in Mumbai. The mehendi ceremony was filled with joy as the actress showcased her beautiful pink lehenga alongside her husband and renowned industry friends. The event built upon their intimate UK wedding, with celebrities gracing the occasion. Winget also took the opportunity to promote her upcoming project, Shaque: Trust No One, making it a memorable celebration.

The fire had damaged grasslands and small vegetation, while rocks in some areas remained highly heated. Burnt vegetation, loose soil, and rocks could pose a risk of slips, falls and falling rocks, the Forest Dept. said

PM Modi distributed more than 51,000 appointment letters virtually to newly selected youth, who will join various government departments and organisations

'Mirzapur The Movie' continues to add small but steady sums to its overall tally as it enters Day 16, with its India net collection now at Rs. 206.91 crore. The Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal and Ravi Kishan starrer, well past its opening surge, is now running on the strength of a loyal audience base in its third week, with the worldwide gross closing in fast on the symbolic Rs. 300 crore mark.

K. Bharat Kumar collapsed while giving connection to the sound system to the DJ machine on September 18

Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang has rejected fears that AI could lead to humanity's extinction by 2030. In response to Donald Trump's claims labeling such scenarios as a hoax, Huang insists that the technology does not threaten human existence. He advocates for rapid industry advancement while prioritizing the delivery of safe, consumer-ready products.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah skipped the September 19 programme due to ill health

Henry Ford initiated the Fordlandia project in the lush Amazon rainforest of Brazil to secure a steady rubber supply. However, his corporate methods often clashed with local traditions and agricultural practices. The plantation faced numerous obstacles, including pests and diseases harming the rubber trees. Despite investing heavily over seventeen years, Fordlandia ultimately succumbed to failure, illustrating the challenges of integrating foreign business models within local ecosystems.

A dedicated veterinary public health section was among the recommendations of Gita N. Potty panel cleared by Oommen Chandy Cabinet in 2016

A decades-long barrier blocking fish migration in Alameda Creek was removed in 2025. This action reopened over twenty miles of upstream habitat for migratory fish. Chinook salmon were documented in the newly accessible area shortly after the construction. This marked the first access to this watershed section since the 1950s. The project is part of a larger, nearly thirty-year restoration effort.