Petrol pumps to stop accepting UPI above Rs 2000. Petrol pump dealers in Madhya Pradesh have announced that they will stop accepting UPI payments above Rs 2,000 from October 16, citing the additional merchant charges under the new UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework.The Madhya Pradesh Petroleum Dealers Association said fuel pump operators, who work…
Xu Jiayu of China, in yellow cap, competes in the men’s 50-meter backstroke heats in swimming at the Asian Games in Tokyo, Japan, Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. (AP Photo) India’s swimmers had another disappointing day at the Asian Games on Monday, with two-time Olympian Srihari Nataraj finishing 10th in the men’s 50m backstroke final, while…
Natural Star Nani’s much-awaited action thriller ‘The Paradise’, directed by Srikanth Odela, is gearing up for its theatrical release on September 24. Ahead of its worldwide debut, the film has received approval from the Telangana Home Department for a hike in ticket prices. The government order also permits a special screening of the film on…
Walk into almost any temple, old or new, and the first thing we do right after entering is ring the bell, or ghantas. We spot it even before reaching the deity. The bell is a heavy metal Ghanta hanging right at the entrance, worn smooth by generations of hands reaching up to ring it.It’s such…
Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra encourages commitments that endure pressure and challenges. The Capricorn Moon supports practical relationship building and long-term planning. Saturn in Pisces prompts reflection on relationship direction and life goals. Couples should discuss common objectives and focus on shared achievements. Choose partnerships aligning with future aspirations for sustained commitment. Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra promotes a…
The choice before India is therefore not between Atmanirbharta and globalisation, but between passive and strategic integration By Anuj GuptaThe WTO‘s 2026 World Trade Report comes at an awkward time for India. The world is becoming more fragmented, governments are rediscovering industrial policy, supply chains are being rearranged and confidence in ever-deeper trade liberalisation has…
Suchika Tariyal reacts after Singapore’s Hui Hoon Teo was awarded the semifinal win (left) and Suchika Tariyal takes a victory lap with the tricolour after securing a bronze medal Indian fighter Suchika Tariyal settled for a bronze medal in the women’s traditional 60kg Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) event at the Asian Games on Monday after…
Malayalam actor and producer Unni Mukundan is set to embark on a new chapter in his career as he turns writer-director with his upcoming 50th film. The actor will not only headline the project but will also write and direct it, making the film a significant milestone in his journey.The yet-untitled project will be backed…
We all have that one or two colleagues who somehow always manage to be there well before time, maybe 10- 20 minutes earlier?We often ask ourselves: How do they manage to do it nearly all the time?Are they more dedicated and really care about the job? Are those assumptions nobody really questions that we imagine…
The cosmic energies of today prompt introspection regarding your ambitions and emotions. With Saturn residing in Pisces, profound commitments in relationships take precedence. The Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra encourages a disciplined approach to creativity and long-term initiatives. Opt for enduring choices rather than fleeting ones in both personal and romantic matters. Consistent nurturing of projects and…
