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NPCI clarified that GST on UPI Merchant Discount Rate will not burden most small merchants, as transactions up to Rs 2,000 remain MDR-free. It said over 96 per cent of UPI merchant transactions fall below this threshold, while P2P payments remain free

Actress Shilpa Shirodkar reunited with sister and former actress Namrata Shirodkar after nine months, sharing a selfie and describing her as a special person. Shilpa said the sisters should not let so much time pass before meeting again, highlighting their close bond

Comedian Pulkit Mani announced the cancellation of his upcoming shows in Noida, Lucknow and Kanpur, citing unforeseen circumstances and repeated threats from activists. The cancellations follow controversy over his mimicry of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an event alongside Rahul Gandhi

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar urged stakeholders to protect Tata Trusts’ institutional role and charitable ownership, calling for disputes over Tata Sons leadership and governance to be resolved through dialogue, due process and adherence to the company’s Articles of Association

The CRPF will commemorate the 40th anniversary of its first all-women battalion on September 25 in New Delhi. The force, which now has six women-only battalions and over 10,000 women personnel, will felicitate serving and veteran women personnel

The Supreme Court sought the Centre’s response to Carnatic vocalist TM Krishna’s plea challenging penal provisions mandating singing six stanzas of Vande Mataram. The bench said its national song status is undisputed but may examine penal consequences under fundamental rights

Nomura’s Rob Subbaraman expects the RBI to raise rates in October and December as inflation may exceed 6 per cent. He forecasts 7 per cent FY27 growth, stronger foreign investment, and sees further US Fed tightening amid persistent global inflation pressures

On World Rhino Day, Assam highlighted progress in greater one-horned rhino conservation, with nearly 80 per cent of the global population in the state and zero known poaching incidents in 2025. Kaziranga remains the species’ largest single population globally

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay launched the expanded breakfast scheme for Classes VI to VIII, benefiting 15.30 lakh additional students across 15,454 government and aided schools. The expansion received Rs 217.63 crore additional funding, taking the programme’s total budget to Rs 724 crore

World leaders gathering for the UN General Assembly face deep global turmoil, including wars in Europe and the Middle East, shifting alliances, economic uncertainty, climate disasters and pandemic risks. Diplomats hope discussions can restore predictability and advance solutions on security and peace

An intensifying El Nino, forecast to peak in December, could trigger severe drought, heatwaves, wildfires and flooding, threatening global food security. Southeast Asia faces particular risks to rice, palm oil, fisheries and water supplies, while rising energy and fertilizer costs compound vulnerabilities

Three rusted landmines were recovered and safely destroyed by Army personnel in Mendhar sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. The mines were found near Dharana Basoni village and disposed of by a bomb disposal team without causing damage

India’s High Commission in Kuala Lumpur warned nationals against using Malaysia’s 30-day visa-free facility to seek employment, cautioning that false job offers and unauthorised work could lead to overstaying, illegal immigration status, exploitation, detention and legal action under Malaysian regulations 

India’s Russian crude imports have risen sharply since the US-Iran war due to West Asia supply disruptions rather than discounts, averaging 60 million barrels monthly. Axis Bank said Russia’s share increased despite stable discounts and premiums, while higher oil prices could impact US inflation

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to constitute a special bench to hear NHAI’s plea challenging directions to construct shelters for stray cattle nationwide. NHAI said implementing the order would cost around Rs 7,000 crore and should involve local administrations

A major mishap was averted at Chennai Egmore railway station after RPSF constable Deepak rescued a passenger who slipped while attempting to board a moving Chozhan Express. CCTV captured the dramatic rescue, with railway officials praising Deepak’s alertness and bravery

  World leaders gather at the United Nations for the annual high-level meeting amid wars in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan, alongside climate, terrorism, hunger and AI concerns. India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will address the General Assembly on Saturday 

Veteran actor Anupam Kher has received a special proclamation from Ohio, recognising his over four-decade contribution to cinema and the stage performance of ‘Jaane Pehchaane Anjaane’. Kher thanked Governor Mike DeWine and Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel for the honour

BSP chief Mayawati criticised the Samajwadi Party’s ‘PDA Chariot’ ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, questioning its colour scheme and electoral strategy. She also accused the SP of shifting positions on social groups and highlighted BSP’s Ambedkarite ideology

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticised the Modi government over alleged rising food prices, citing increases in spices, pulses, cooking oils and onions. Referring to the song “Kya Hua Tera Wada”, he questioned the government’s response to inflation and sought immediate relief

Security was tightened across Srinagar as the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly’s autumn session began on Monday. Authorities introduced vehicle entry and parking restrictions around the Civil Secretariat and Assembly complex. The session will run until September 30 with seven sittings

Nagaland-set film “Angh”, directed by Theja Rio, won TIFF 2026’s Platform Competition, earning automatic eligibility for the 2027 Oscars’ International Feature Film category. The debut feature explores tradition, faith, family and cultural transformation through an Indigenous Naga perspective

Cockroach Janta Party convenor Abhijeet Dipke alleged that money power influences elections and raised concerns over university administration, MPSC examinations and facilities at tribal schools. He also criticised the Election Commission’s TMC decision and announced campaigns on student and education issues

Indian equity markets opened higher on Monday, with Sensex gaining 411 points and Nifty rising 33 points, supported by realty and auto stocks and softer crude prices. Asian markets also advanced, while mixed sectoral trends and elevated bond yields remained concerns