According to NPCI data, State Bank of India recorded 631.6 crore UPI transactions in June 2026. Of these, only 2.3 crore transactions were carried out through its own apps MUMBAI: State Bank of India chairman CS Setty on Friday said it is not possible to quantify the increase in operating costs due to UPI causing…
As the week unfolds, expect an emphasis on family obligations coupled with the need for thoughtful conversations. The solar eclipse on August 12 heralds profound changes in domestic life and financial matters. By August 13, a surge in confidence is on the horizon, although minor conflicts may arise. From August 15 onward, you’ll find value…
Officials said this is necessary considering that MPs arriving and leaving the new Parliament House wait for their vehicles out in the open NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has asked CPWD officials and its architects to consider the feasibility and submit a proposal for the construction of a porch at Makar Dwar, which…
The model treaty provisions require foreign investors to exhaust domestic legal remedies for five years before seeking international arbitration to resolve disputes. NEW DELHI: After years of discussion, government has finally got down to reviewing the model bilateral investment treaty (BIT), often cited as a roadblock to attracting investments.“The BIT is under review, and we…
Leonardo da Vinci was an Italian painter, sculptor, and architect, often called the archetype of the “Renaissance man.” He is renowned for creating masterpieces like The Last Supper, the Mona Lisa, and The Virgin of the Rocks, but his notebooks show that he was equally fascinated by anatomy, optics, hydraulics, flight, and the mechanics of…
Sanchez, Meloni clash over Ceuta migrant influx as Schengen dispute escalates Spain has imposed temporary border checks on air and sea travel from Italy as tensions between the two EU countries escalate over migration. Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni appeared at odds over the EU’s migration policy.According to the BBC,…
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami; and Rishabh Pant (Agency Photos) NEW DELHI: India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant made a rather unusual public appeal in the early hours of Saturday, directly requesting Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to help him acquire land in the state so he can shift his base from Delhi and build…
India’s captain Shubman Gill, (left), and head coach Gautam Gambhir during a training session. (PTI Photo) It’s been a year since a young Indian team came out of a grueling five-Test tour of England with a memorable 2-2 scoreline. “Our next four Test matches are going to be in India. And that’s going to be…
On August 8, 2026, the Taurus Moon brings a wave of stability and practical insight, beneficial for all zodiac signs. Each sign is assigned a lucky color and number to help manage resources wisely. Aries is advised to double-check invoice details prior to approving any financial disbursements. Taurus should focus on completing physical tasks early…
BJP demanded replies from Congress’ Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi on Congress functionaries’ claim about money was exchanged for ministerial berths NEW DELHI: The BJP on Friday seized on a leaked conversation allegedly between two Congress functionaries to claim that money was exchanged for ministerial berths in the recent expansion of the Karnataka cabinet and…
Quote of the day by Gaur Gopal Das (Photo: @gaurgopald/ X) Gaur Gopal Das is an Indian monk, motivational speaker, author, and lifestyle coach.He studied electrical engineering and worked briefly as a professional but left his corporate job in the 90s. Over the past three decades, he has become one of India’s most followed spiritual…
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has praised teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying the youngster’s fearless batting and ability to perform at such a young age make him special.Speaking to news agency ANI, Dhawan said it is a big achievement for a 15-year-old to reach the international level and deliver consistent performances. He also pointed to…
