Business

Will You Have to Pay Extra for UPI Transactions? Here's What the Proposed MDR Changes Mean

Government considers allowing Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on business UPI payments above ₹2,000, while person-to-person transfers are expected to remain free.

Assam Front·August 5, 2026

RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 5.25%; Governor Says India's Economy Outperforming Expectations

Governor Sanjay Malhotra says resilient domestic demand continues to drive growth as RBI lowers FY2026-27 inflation projection to 5%.

Assam Front·August 5, 2026

Star Cement Named Preferred Bidder for Mining Lease in Assam’s Dima Hasao

Company secures preferred bidder status for the Boro Lakhindong mining block, marking a significant development for its raw material expansion plans.

Assam Front·June 24, 2026

Centre revises highway toll rules: UPI users to pay 1.25x fee, cash payers double from Nov 15

Assam Front·October 5, 2025

UIDAI waives biometric update charges for children aged 5–17 for one year

Assam Front·October 5, 2025

Cygnett Hotels Expands in Northeast with New Dibrugarh Property

Assam Front·July 25, 2025

Peerless Hospital Inaugurated in Guwahati to Boost Northeast India’s Tertiary Healthcare

Assam Front·July 22, 2025

Sobha Group’s Philanthropy - Sri Kurumba Educational and Charitable Trust Celebrates 14th Year of Conducting Nearly 700 Dowry-Free Community Weddings

Assam Front·July 13, 2024

Easy Access to Domestic Education Loans on Bajaj Markets

Assam Front·July 8, 2024