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UPI transactions reach Rs 20.64 lakh crore in July: NPCI

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI)-based transactions surged once again in the month of July, reaching Rs 20.64 lakh crore against Rs 20.07 lakh crore in the previous month – a massive 35 per cent surge (year-on-year), the data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) Aug 1, 2024
Paris: The Eiffel Tower adorned with the Olympic rings ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics

Paris Olympics 2024: Amid controversy over Sindhu's saree, spectacular opening envelopes it

The 2024 Paris Olympics began with PV Sindhu and Sharath Kamal leading the Indian team, amid controversy over Sindhu's saree. The opening ceremony showcased French culture with performances by Lady Gaga and Céline Dion. India's rower Balraj Panwar advanced to the repechages in the men's singles scull competition. Amid other sports news, NASA shared stunning images of Paris from space as the Olympics began. Jul 27, 2024