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India’s economy likely to grow 7.3% in Q2 FY27: Finance Ministry

India’s economy is expected to grow by 7.3 per cent in the second quarter of FY27, supported by resilient domestic demand and investment, even as higher oil prices, tighter global financial conditions and trade uncertainties pose challenges to sust...

September 21, 2026 11:38 PM

UPI users will not be charged MDR, says Finance Minister Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on eligible UPI transactions will not be passed on to consumers. Speaking to ANI, Sitharaman said MDR is a charge within the payment ecosystem and is not a...

Last updated on: 21st October 2026

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