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The fee on larger UPI merchant payments is modest. Its size is not what should worry us.

IPS officer Bushra Bano was transferred from Kharagpur to state armed police. This move followed criticism on social media regarding a video she posted. The video discussed her UPSC preparation and Aligarh Muslim University's role. Several users objected to her use of religious greetings instead of national ones. The government has not officially linked the transfer to the video controversy.

A special NIA court has delivered a severe sentence to ten Maoists, condemning them to death for their role in the notorious 2013 Jhiram Ghati ambush, which claimed the lives of 27 individuals, among them senior Congress politicians and police officers. The ambush specifically targeted a Congress convoy in Bastar's Darbha region.

A woman was hit by a car and carried on its bonnet after an argument. She identified her attacker as Shahnawaz Ali, whom she knew as Yash Thakur. The confrontation began after she allegedly saw him with another woman in his vehicle. Police arrested Shahnawaz Ali and Danish, booking them under attempt-to-murder charges. The woman sustained injuries and lost consciousness after the incident.

Will Donald Trump impose 100% tariffs on India for its Russian crude oil buys? What will that mean for India’s exports to the US and its energy security situation amid the Middle East conflict?

The proposal comes as Canada looks to reduce its dependence on the United States following Trump's tariffs and repeated remarks about making Canada the 51st US state. Von der Leyen said the EU and Canada would build on their existing free trade agreement, known as CETA, through a wider partnership called the "Alliance for the Future". The proposed arrangement would aim to create "a common prosperity and economic security space."

The Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games will introduce Indian spectators to a range of unique sports, such as teqball, kurash, soft tennis, sepak takraw, and sport climbing. These events not only highlight athletic prowess but also celebrate Asian culture. With a delegation of 503 athletes, India will participate robustly, showcasing diverse sporting talents on an international scale.

Maha FDA Chief Urges Centre To Address 'Permissible Gap'

He urged China to take stronger action to stem the flow of precursor chemicals used to produce fentanyl, methamphetamine and other synthetic drugs

Wants To Comply With RBI Order, But Sans Listing

Under the Aravali Green Development Project, ₹250 crore has been invested in 19 districts for soil development and plantation efforts

The duty ​on ‌diesel exports has been cut to ₹20 ‌per litre from ​25 earlier. The levy ⁠on export of petrol been ‌cut to ₹0.5 per litre from ₹1.5 earlier

Former MLB star Matt Holliday's luxurious estate in Oklahoma has hit the market, boasting 62 acres of prime land including a private baseball field with professional-grade lighting. The stunning home, constructed in 2022, offers five spacious bedrooms and seven bathrooms. Among the standout features are a magnificent swimming pool and an indoor sports court. Originally listed for $12 million, it is now available for $9.8 million.

The Federal Reserve has set a new target range by increasing its benchmark interest rate, marking its first hike since 2023. President Donald Trump has called for a substantial reduction in interest rates, advocating for lower borrowing costs given the country's robust credit status. However, officials have stated that ongoing inflation remains a significant factor driving this adjustment.