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Shopping in Qatar but concerned about the payment method in a foreign land? Now you can use UPI to pay for your spree in this mall.India has expanded its digital payment network overseas, with the launching of the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) in Lulu Group’s Stores in Qatar.The move comes after its roll out at…
Dubai real estate firms are targeting Indian investors during the festive period, offering special Diwali promotions and property exhibitions to attract buyers from primary and secondary cities, as property values in Indian metropolitan areas continue to surge.“Over the last few years, property prices in India have increased significantly, especially for new launches in metro cities…
India’s digital payments ecosystem is set for a major security overhaul as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduces new authentication guidelines, effective April 2026. The new framework will require banks to adopt a risk-based model for verifying transactions — a move aimed at strengthening fraud prevention while keeping the payment experience smooth for users.Under…
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Devdas’, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Jackie Shroff and Madhuri Dixit, remains an iconic film loved for its grand visuals, unforgettable dialogues, breathtaking dance numbers and gorgeous costumes. But not everything behind the camera was as polished as what audiences saw on screen.Recently, fashion designer Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla revealed…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday constituted a six-member Payments Regulatory Board (PRB) to supervise the functioning of payment systems across the country. The board is chaired by the RBI Governor and includes three nominees from the central government.The PRB replaces the earlier Board for Regulation and Supervision of Payment and Settlement System…
Salman Khan, known as Bhaijaan, ensured all co-stars got paid before performing, according to Sheeba Akashdeep. She recalled backstage payments hadn’t arrived, and Salman, already paid, called the organiser and refused to perform until everyone was paid. He also gave her marriage advice, encouraging her to marry quietly. Salman Khan, widely regarded as one of…
Qatar opens Hajj 2026 registration with new health requirements, QR10,000 deposit, and a 4,400 quota/Representative Image The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) has launched early registration for Hajj 1447 AH (2026), implementing stricter eligibility criteria, financial deposits, and streamlined digital processes. Running from October 1 to 31, 2025, the move aims to ensure…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday rolled out final guidelines to regulate payment aggregators, bringing in a new framework that takes effect immediately.Under the Regulation of Payment Aggregators Directions, 2025, the RBI has classified aggregators into three categories — PA-P for physical, PA-CB for cross-border, and PA-O for online, PTI reported. While banks…
