In graphs | Why private banks and foreign UPI apps stand to gain from the MDR charge
The Hinduby T C A Sharad Raghavan·16 Sept 2026
The new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI will affect a tiny proportion of UPI users, and will benefit a small number of banks — predominantly private ones like Yes Bank — and a few UPI apps such...
UK inflation rises to 3.1% as motor fuel prices jump by almost a quarter
World news | The Guardianby Richard Partington Senior economics correspondent·16 Sept 2026
UK inflation has returned above 3% as soaring fuel and transport prices triggered by the Iran war heap renewed pressure on British households.
The financial reality behind India's increasing dependence on private healthcare
The South Firstby South First Desk·16 Sept 2026
Synopsis [Partnered content]: Medical costs in India are rising fast, increasing the financial burden on households. One hospitalisation can wipe out years of financial progress.
Rupee loses 7 paise to settle at 95.95 against U.S. dollar
The Hinduby PTI·16 Sept 2026
The rupee stayed weak for the seventh consecutive session, declining 7 paise to 95.95 (provisional) against the U.S.
Kauvery Hospital deploys clinical communication platform
Business Lineby BL Chennai Bureau·16 Sept 2026
With an eye on strenghtening the digital core of its operations and with compliance of DPDP in mind, Kauvery Hospital announced on Wednesday it has deployed the NetSfere Secure Communications...
Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max review: It’s what’s on the inside that counts
Mashableby Stan Schroeder·16 Sept 2026
This is an unusual moment for Apple's iPhone Pro. Last year’s model was a big redesign; this year’s is all about refinement.
iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Review: Apple Is Just Flexing Hard Now
Gizmodoby Raymond Wong·16 Sept 2026
How do you top the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max, Apple’s two best—from a features standpoint—smartphones ever made?
Data brokers have detailed files on you. Here’s what’s in them — and how it impacts you
CalMattersby By Derek Kravitz for Consumer Reports and Colin Lecher, with illustrations by Catherine Twomey·16 Sept 2026
This story is coreported with Consumer Reports. In several states, new privacy laws are forcing brokers to disclose the companies that bought your data.
Shahzad Bhatti Network declared a terrorist outfit under UAPA: What to know about Pakistan-based group | Today News
Livemintby Garvit Bhirani·16 Sept 2026
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said that the government has designated the Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti Network (SBN) as a terrorist organisation under the Unlawful Activities...
UPI MDR: Retailers flag 0.4% charge and impact on MSMEs
Business Lineby Meenakshi Verma Ambwani·16 Sept 2026
The Retailers Association of India and the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India expressed concerns over the government’s decision to reintroduce a 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate (MDR)...
Stocks rise as oil falls, bonds steady ahead of Fed decision
Channel News Asiaby CNA·16 Sept 2026
Sept 16 : Global stocks advanced on Wednesday as recent rises in government bond yields and oil prices stalled ahead of a key U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate decision later in the day.
Keralam steps up push to fast-track flagship projects, attract investments
Business Lineby BL Kochi Bureau·16 Sept 2026
Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has said the State Government is prioritising the time-bound implementation of flagship projects while ensuring quality, as it steps up efforts to attract...
Whale Sells 866 BTC for 26,924 ETH Hours Before Bitcoin Price Tanked
Bitcoin Newsby Shiraz Jagati·16 Sept 2026
A trader sold 866 bitcoin and bought 26,924 ether on Sept. 15, hours before the U.S. Senate blocked the CLARITY Act, resulting in bitcoin’s price falling under $75,000 shortly afterward.
Centre debunks 'external pressure' myth over ‘foreign influence’ on UPI charges: ‘Goal to build…'
Hindustan Timesby HT News Desk·16 Sept 2026
Centre debunks 'external pressure' myth over ‘foreign influence’ on UPI charges: ‘Goal to build…' The government also reiterated several points regarding the new UPI framework and clarified that...
PM warns of 'difficult decisions' in Budget after inflation hike
Mail Onlineby James Tapsfield·16 Sept 2026
- See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source Andy Burnham warned of 'difficult decisions' in the Budget today after grim figures showed inflation rising.
TTD to provide ₹2 lakh insurance cover to Tirumala pilgrims
Business Lineby BL Hyderabad Bureau·16 Sept 2026
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has decided to provide insurance cover to every pilgrim visiting Tirumala, with an ex-gratia payment of ₹2 lakh if a pilgrim dies at the hill shrine, Chief...
US court dismisses 4chan's case against Britain's media regulator
Channel News Asiaby CNA·16 Sept 2026
Sept 16 : U.S. internet forums 4chan and Kiwi Farms' lawsuit against Britain's media regulator Ofcom has been dismissed by a court in Washington DC, which said it did not have jurisdiction to rule...
iPhone 18 Pro Max vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: potential three-year upgrade compared
AppleInsider Newsby Malcolm Owen <malcolm@appleinsider.com>·16 Sept 2026
After three years, iPhone 15 Pro Max owners are likely to consider upgrading to the newest version. Here's how the iPhone 18 Pro Max fares against its 2023 counterpart.
10 Years Too Late, McLaren Confirms SUV Plans | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Chris Chilton·16 Sept 2026
- McLaren has finally confirmed its rumored SUV project is happening. - SUV will be built in UK and could lead to other front-engined cars.
Global stocks advance ahead of Fed's interest rate decision
New Indian Expressby Associated Press·16 Sept 2026
HONG KONG: Global shares were higher Wednesday despite losses on Wall Street, as investors await the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates, with high expectations of a hike.
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