Unified Payments Interface (UPI)

UPI Transactions Skyrocket, India Leads in Digital Payments

India's digital economy has witnessed a significant milestone with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) reporting a record-breaking surge in Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in August. The data revealed a 41% year-on-year growth, with UPI transactions reaching an all-time high of 14.96 billion. Sep 1, 2024
Centre notifies new Telecommunications Act provisions, focuses on spectrum utilisation

India's Telecommunications Landscape Undergoes Major Shift

India's new Telecommunications Act, 2023, replaces old laws, addressing advancements in the telecom sector. The Act allows government control of telecom services in emergencies, raising concerns about potential misuse of power. Aug 31, 2024
RG Kar tragedy: CBI finds documents for attempted renovation near crime scene

RG Kar tragedy: CBI 'finds' documents for attempted renovation near crime scene

Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officials probing the rape and murder of a junior doctor at state-run R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata earlier this month, have secured some crucial clues regarding instructions pertaining to attempted renovation near the scene of the crime, sources said. Aug 30, 2024