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Why OTP Alone Won't Work Anymore: RBI's New Digital Payment Rules Explained
Under the new framework, two-factor authentication (2FA) will become mandatory for all digital transactions, fundamentally changing how users pay via UPI, cards, and mobile wallets.
Jet Fuel Prices More Than Doubled, Government Shields Domestic Airlines
The jump in jet fuel prices due to the US-Israel war on Iran - had it been implemented in full - would have been a heavy burden for local airlines, which are already grappling with thin margins.
Delhi Schools Begin Non-Plan Admissions For Classes 6-9, Apply Now
Delhi Schools Non-Plan Admissions 2026: According to the official schedule, the admission process will be conducted in three phases. The last date to apply in the first phase is April 7.
Adani Green Energy Adds Record 5 GW Of Renewable Capacity In FY26
Ahmedabad, April 1 (IANS) Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) on Wednesday said it added over 5 GW (5,051 MW) of renewable energy capacity in the financial year 2025–26, taking its total operational portfolio to 19.3 gigawatts (GW).
Suspended From AIUDF, Aminul Islam Joins Congress Days Ahead Of Assam Polls
Elections for all 126 Assembly constituencies in Assam will be held in a single phase on April 9, while counting of votes is scheduled for May 4
Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Markets Likely To Open In Green After US Stocks Rally
Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates: Indian stock markets are likely to see a gap-up opening on Wednesday.
More Heatwave Days In April-June In Parts Of East, Central Northwest India
India Meteorological Department forecasts above-normal heatwave days in east, central, and southeast India from April to June
Premium Petrol Price Rises To Rs 160 Per Litre, Jet Fuel Crosses Rs 2 lakh
US Israel Iran War: Premium Petrol, XP100, Price Hiked By Rs 11 per litre, Jet Fuel Crosses Rs 2 Lakh Per Kilolitre
Jamia Millia Islamia Free UPSC Coaching 2026: Applications Open, Exam On June 6
Jamia Millia Islamia Free UPSC Coaching: The written examination format aligns with the UPSC examination and comprises two papers: General Studies (objective type) and Essay writing. Both papers will be available in English, Hindi, and Urdu.
Gold Loans Now 36% Of All Loans In India, Small Towns Drive Surge: Report
Earlier, gold loans were mostly popular in southern states. Now, there is strong growth in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
Commercial LPG Prices Hiked By Rs 195.5, No Changes In Domestic Rates
Prices of commercial LPG were hiked by Rs 195.50 on Wednesday, on back of surge in global oil prices linked to the widening West Asia conflict.
Chhattisgarh's Sukma Declared Naxal-Free After 2 Naxalites Surrender: Cops
SP Chavan said the two women were members of Company Number 8 of the Naxalite organisation and had a combined bounty of Rs 16 lakhs on their heads.
"India-China Relations Moving In Correct Direction: Chinese Consul Qin Jie
Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Mumbai, Qin Jie, spoke about the future of India-China ties and expressed optimism as he recalled the meeting between PM Modi and President Xi Jinping.
India's Power Sector Targets Self-Reliance Amid Middle East War Oil Shocks
India's power sector is getting self-reliant with the rise in coal production and green energy diversification.
Rain, Thunderstorms Hit Delhi Again As Wettest March In 3 Years Ends
As the month comes to an end, Delhi recorded its most polluted March in four years in 2026.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin Kickstarts Poll Campaign, Slams AIADMK
Chief Minister MK Stalin assured pump sets without meters, benefiting over 20 lakh farmers.
Dispute Over Rs 50,000 Exposes Big Kidney Racket In Kanpur, 5 Doctors Arrested
Kidneys were allegedly bought for Rs 10 lakh and sold for Rs 60 lakh, but what blew their cover was a dispute over just Rs 50,000.
Ahead Of Tamil Nadu Polls, Piyush Goyal Releases 'Chargesheet' Against DMK
Tamil Nadu will go to the polls in a single phase on April 23, covering a total of 234 constituencies in the State.
Oracle Lays Off 12,000 Employees In India, Another Round Likely: Report
The company has offered 15 days' salary to each employee who has completed a year of service in India, in addition to one month of unpaid wages till termination date.
