MUMBAI: Amid pushback from industry, National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has deferred the rollout of merchant discount rate (MDR) on select UPI transactions until after Diwali. In a statement on Tuesday, NPCI said that a new date of implementation will be notified separately. The merchant fee was earlier supposed to come into effect from…
Lisandro Martinez and Wayne Rooney Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has sparked controversy after openly criticising the club’s hierarchy following a 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, with former United captain Wayne Rooney accusing the Argentine of being disrespectful to his teammates.The defender’s post-match interview raised questions about United’s summer recruitment strategy and the…
Lucian Piane, who was best known for working on music for ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race ‘, passed away at the age of 46. (Instagram) Trigger warning: This article contains mentions of deathMusic producer Lucian Piane has passed away at the age of 46. He was best known for his work on the famed TV show ‘RuPaul’s…
At 25, Tushar Thakur is preparing for the UPSC examinations after a spinal cord injury left him wheelchair-bound. He was allegedly thrown from a moving train after objecting to smoking inside the coach. As the investigation remains unresolved, he continues to hope that he will walk again. At 25, life was supposed to be opening…
A college student struggled with her course choice and felt overwhelmed by disorganized daily routines. Implementing one small change, she committed to having breakfast at eight each day. This simple shift helped her gain clarity and make more thoughtful decisions. Krishna’s teachings in Bhagavad Gita emphasize the importance of balance in daily habits. Ultimately, she…
NEW DELHI: Govt is all set to roll out BS-VII emission standards, aligned with Euro 7 norms, in phases, starting April 2029. The new norms will set stricter limits on harmful pollutants, including nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons and particulate matter amid heightened pollution risks across Indian cities.BS-VII will start with new cars and SUVs manufactured from…
South Africa dropped in WTC rankings (Image: AP) South Africa have slipped to third place in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 standings following their 214-run defeat to Australia in the first Test at Durban. The result has strengthened Australia’s position at the top of the table, while New Zealand have moved into second…
‘Saiyaara’ co-stars Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday were back to ruling the top trends, after their latest photo went viral online.The photo, along with other reels and pics from the celebrations have since gone viral. The decor was a rather intimate affair, with pastel hues and balloon arches. Besides the decor, it has been reported…
When Diwali cleaning starts, the shopping list for cleaners tends to grow quickly: one for the kitchen, another for the bathroom, a third for the floors. Yet one cheap box of baking soda can handle a surprising number of those jobs. It’s mildly abrasive, so it scrubs without harsh scratching, and it neutralises odours rather…
General:Everything may not sparkle today, but it holds together. And for you, that counts. Income and expenses stay balanced, the day moves without major shocks, and you can work with that.Saturn, your ruler, prefers steadiness over show, and today’s pattern reflects that. Business gives average results, not poor, not outstanding. A long journey may get…
