India's UPI Boom Masks Stark Digital Divide
India's digital payments surge is uneven. Maharashtra's per-capita UPI use is 7x Bihar's, revealing a deep digital split. Explore the state-wise data and what it means for India's economy.
India's digital payments surge is uneven. Maharashtra's per-capita UPI use is 7x Bihar's, revealing a deep digital split. Explore the state-wise data and what it means for India's economy.
NPCI introduces a central portal for managing UPI autopay mandates, enhancing transparency and portability to curb dark patterns. Learn how this empowers Indian consumers.
India's new data protection law fuels AI tools for companies, but a critical innovation gap leaves citizens struggling to understand their privacy rights. Discover why empowering users is key to enforcement.
India's key macroeconomic data, including inflation, GDP, and industrial production, will get a base-year reset in 2026. New CPI series launches Feb 12, GDP on Feb 27, and IIP on May 28. Read for details.
Princeton University faces consolidated lawsuits after a data breach. The incident, part of a wider Ivy League security crisis, raises major concerns about digital protection in higher education. Learn the details.
Two minors in Koderma were held at gunpoint, forced into compromising acts, and extorted of Rs 4,635 after a video was recorded. Police have launched a high-priority investigation. Read for details.
A new report reveals India's payment shift: credit cards for high-value buys, UPI for daily needs, while debit card use falls. Explore the Q3 2025 data and trends shaping digital payments.
A new report reveals a 16% drop in debit card usage in India, as consumers prefer UPI for daily spends and credit cards for high-value purchases. Explore the changing landscape of digital payments.
NPCI's plan to limit any single app to 30% of UPI transactions by Dec 2026 faces major hurdles. Experts cite lack of MDR revenue & user habits as key barriers. Read the full analysis.
Kanpur cyber crime police dismantle a gang extorting money via 'digital arrest' scams. Five arrested after a Shravasti man's complaint. Read how they posed as police officers.
Giridih police arrested two men for UPI fraud after a Pratibimb portal tip-off. They impersonated bank officials. Read how the cybercrime was busted.
Running low on bank balance? Learn how to link your credit card to UPI apps like Google Pay, PhonePe for seamless transactions. Step-by-step guide inside.
Amazon Pay introduces UPI biometric authentication for Android users, enabling PIN-free transactions up to ₹5,000 using fingerprint or facial recognition for faster, more secure payments.
Google Pay partners with Axis Bank to launch FLEX, a RuPay-powered UPI credit card offering instant rewards. Also introduces 'Pocket Money' for kids and new merchant tools. Join the waitlist now!
Google Pay partners with Axis Bank to launch 'Flex', a first-of-its-kind UPI-powered credit card in India. Get instant credit, rewards, and seamless payments. Learn more!
Google Pay and Axis Bank launch a new RuPay-powered co-branded credit card, integrating UPI payments with instant rewards and flexible EMI options. Learn more about its features.
Amazon India launches biometric authentication for UPI payments, enabling faster, password-free checkouts. This move aims to boost digital payment security and convenience for millions of users.
Delhi Traffic Police integrates with Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS). Now pay challans instantly via UPI apps. Learn how it works, avoid fraud, and clear pending fines.
The Indian government confirms no security breach in the Aadhaar database, safeguarding data of 134 crore users with multi-layered encryption and ISO certifications. Read details.
A new ICRIER report reveals India's digital economy is booming but uneven. While states like Delhi and Kerala lead, gaps in access and cyber protection persist. Discover the key drivers and risks.
Delhi Traffic Police partners with SBI to enable Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS) for challan payments on all UPI platforms, boosting digital governance and convenience.
Times of India's 'In with the News' series tackles pressing issues: Is Red Gold a scam? Is your data safe? What's next for UPI? Get the crucial insights here.
Delhi Police's Cyber Cell arrests a Bihar man for running a fake hotel-booking website scam that defrauded a US victim of ₹57,186. Details on the modus operandi and seized evidence inside.
Delhi Police arrests 10 individuals for a sophisticated digital fraud scheme involving fake courier calls and UPI scams. Learn how they cheated over 200 people.
UK fintech Revolut plans to disrupt India's cross-border payments, targeting travel, education, and freelancers. CEO Paroma Chatterjee details strategy for 20M users by 2030.
PM Modi & Jordan's King Abdullah II forge stronger ties, target $5 billion bilateral trade in 5 years, and reaffirm a united stance against terrorism. Read about the key agreements.
TTD EO Anil Kumar Singhal directs officials to install UPI kiosks & QR codes in 60 temples, fast-track 5,000 new temples, and modernize staff quarters. Key decisions from Tirupati review meeting.
Kerala's State Central Library in Thiruvananthapuram lacks UPI payments and modern shelves, causing student inconvenience. Despite high demand, govt delays funds and digital shift. Read more.
The Andhra Pradesh government has declined to make public the MoU with Google for its $15 billion AI data centre in Visakhapatnam. Explore the details and implications.
Indian seniors are becoming avid digital users for bhajans, UPI, and family calls, but face addiction and scam risks. Experts weigh in on this demographic shift.