India’s parliament has paved the way for merchant fees on certain UPI transactions, marking a significant shift from the country’s long-standing zero-cost digital payment model for large businesses amid growing financial sustainability concerns. India’s Parliament has opened the way for…
India is formalising its digital public infrastructure, including platforms like Aadhaar and UPI, into a diplomatic asset by signing cooperation agreements with 23 countries, signalling a shift from domestic use to international influence, especially across the Global South. India is…
The Reserve Bank of India has announced a new early-redemption timetable for Sovereign Gold Bonds, allowing investors to redeem six series by August 2026, amid changing tax proposals and a rising gold price link. The Reserve Bank of India has…
Mumbai-based Ionic Wealth launches AI-powered feature enabling investors to view personalised portfolio insights based on two decades of transaction history, signalling a shift towards more tailored, real-time wealth advice in India. Ionic Wealth has launched a new AI feature that…
India’s Reserve Bank will keep its overseas deposit window open until September 30, as a surge in foreign currency inflows supports the rupee and bolsters reserves, with expectations of surpassing $50 billion in total deposits. India’s central bank will keep…
While many taxpayers experience swift refunds, delays often stem from mismatched bank details, identity verification issues, or technical glitches, underscoring the importance of accurate and verified records during filing. Many taxpayers are finding that refunds can arrive astonishingly quickly, but…
ICICI Bank appears to support UPI for Hindu Undivided Family savings accounts, but customers face procedural nuances at branch level and app setup, highlighting evolving digital banking integration for shared family finances in India. ICICI Bank customers who hold a…
India’s expanding digital economy faces new risks from AI-driven scams, prompting authorities to emphasise AI literacy as a crucial layer of cybersecurity amidst escalating fraud cases and sophisticated impersonation techniques. India’s cyber authorities are increasingly treating AI as more than…
As digital commerce evolves, companies are adopting hybrid payment solutions, using gateways for online sales and links for quick, informal transactions, to optimise cash flow and customer experience. For many businesses, the real choice is not between a payment gateway…
India has introduced a new framework allowing e-commerce companies to hold stock for export, aiming to simplify cross-border trade and support smaller manufacturers in reaching global markets. India has moved to formally open a narrow but potentially important export channel…
