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April 9, 2025 6:30 PM

RBI Asks NPCI to Explore Raising UPI Transaction Limits

The Reserve Bank has asked the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to hold consultations with banks and other stakeholders to explore the possibility of increasing UPI transaction limits based on evolving user needs.   In a statement issued today, RBI said appropriate safeguards must be...

April 9, 2025 6:01 PM

BJP Calls Protests Against Waqf Amendment Law ‘Unfortunate’ & ‘Violent

BJP has described the uproar in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on the Waqf (Amendment) Act and protests in some areas in the country against the new law as unfortunate. Talking to media in New Delhi, party spokesperson Prem Shukla said the Waqf (Amendment) Bill has now become law after President Dro...

April 9, 2025 5:51 PM

Rupee Falls 43 Paise to 86.69 Against US Dollar Amid Trade Tensions

In the Forex market, the rupee today depreciated by 43 paise to close at 86 rupees and 69 paise against the US dollar amid heightened trade tensions. Even though crude oil prices fell sharply and the American currency remained weak, the Indian currency stayed under pressure due to the continued outf...

April 9, 2025 5:43 PM

Poshan Pakhwada 2025: Promoting Nutrition Awareness and Empowerment

The Women and Child Development Ministry is celebrating Poshan Pakhwada 2025 to promote nutrition awareness, improve health outcomes, and empower communities. This initiative is part of Mission Poshan 2.0, which focuses on reinforcing community engagement processes and fostering the empowerment of b...

April 9, 2025 5:24 PM

PM Modi Mourns Loss of Renowned Folk Artist Padma Shri Ramsahay Pandey

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the demise of renowned folk artist Padma Shri Ramsahay Pandey. In a social media post, Mr Modi said that with his amazing art, dedication and hard work, Ramsahay Pandey brought international fame to Bundelkhand's folk dance – Rai. The prime min...

April 9, 2025 5:16 PM

PM Modi Expresses Grief Over Demise of Veteran Leader Thiru Kumari Ananthan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the demise of veteran leader Thiru Kumari Ananthan. In a social media post, Mr Modi said Thiru Kumari Ananthan will be remembered for his noteworthy service to society and passion towards Tamil Nadu’s progress. The prime minister said the veter...

April 9, 2025 5:04 PM

Indian Stock Market Declines Amid Global Losses, Sensex Drops 380 Points

The benchmark domestic equity indices declined over half a percent today, tracking losses in global markets amid escalating trade tensions despite the Reserve Bank of India's decision to reduce the policy repo rate by 25 basis points and shift its stance to accommodative, signalling more rate cuts a...