Business

New Bill to Charge UPI Payments Above ₹2000, Exempting Regular Customers

The government has introduced a bill in Parliament that will impose a charge on UPI transactions exceeding ₹2000, while exempting ordinary consumers from the fee.

05 Aug 2026

SEIL Energy Wins National CSR Award

SEIL Energy India has been honored with a national CSR award for its healthcare programme. The award recognizes the company's efforts in providing quality healthcare services.

05 Aug 2026

India Economy Outlook: Strong Growth & Lower Crude Prices Could Drive Next Market Rally

Business Today explores how India’s robust growth and falling crude prices might spark a new rally in the stock markets.

05 Aug 2026

India's Business Activity Hits Four‑Year Low in July as Services Sector Slumps

India's composite business activity index fell to its lowest level in over four years in July, driven by a sharp decline in the services sector.

05 Aug 2026

RBI Boosts FY27 GDP Forecast to 6.7%, Highlights Economic Resilience

The Reserve Bank of India has revised its growth projection for the fiscal year 2027 to 6.7%, citing steady resilience in the economy.

05 Aug 2026

Punjab Power Discom Plans Statewide Outreach Amid Consumer Backlash

Punjab's power distribution company announced a statewide consumer outreach program in response to growing public criticism over service issues. The initiative aims to address complaints and improve customer relations.

05 Aug 2026

APERC Unveils 2026 Procurement & Cost Control Rules for Andhra Power Utilities

The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission has announced new procurement and cost control regulations that will take effect in 2026, aiming to streamline power utility operations across the state.

05 Aug 2026

Andhra Pradesh Launches New Economic Transformation Phase Under Naidu

The state government has announced a new phase of economic transformation, aiming to boost growth and attract investment under Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.

05 Aug 2026

India Unveils Plug and Play Policy

The Indian government has introduced the Plug and Play Industrial Shed Policy. This policy aims to boost industrial growth and development.

05 Aug 2026

Flipkart CEO Commends Uttar Pradesh's Growth, Supports AI Vision

Flipkart's chief executive praised Uttar Pradesh’s economic progress and expressed strong backing for the state’s artificial intelligence initiatives.

05 Aug 2026

Sitharaman Unveils Tax Amendment Bill to Attract Global Capital and Boost Manufacturing

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced a tax amendment bill aimed at attracting foreign investment and strengthening India's manufacturing sector.

05 Aug 2026

UPI Payment Fees Likely to Apply on Transactions Above ₹2,000, New Bill Proposes Change

A new bill aims to lift the ban on fees for electronic payments, allowing banks and payment service providers to charge fees, including merchant discount rates, on UPI transactions exceeding ₹2,000.

05 Aug 2026