upi transactions

Merchant charges for UPI soon? LS passes bill authorising govt to allow banks to levy fees – top facts

Government is likely to permit banks and payment service providers to levy a merchant discount rate of between 0.25% and 0.4% on UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000. In a step closer to possibly introducing Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions, the Lok Sabha on Thursday approved a Bill amending the Payment and Settlement Systems…

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crche allowance under labour codes

Crèche benefits under India’s Labour Codes: What employers and working parents need to know

The crèche allowance is generally admissible for up to two children. For many working parents, one of the biggest challenges after the birth of a child is balancing childcare responsibilities with professional commitments. While employer-provided childcare facilities have existed under labour laws for many years, the newly notified Labour Codes have brought renewed focus to…

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bio gas

India eyes LNG import alternatives: Cabinet approves Rs 23,731 cr GOBARdhan scheme for compressed bio-gas

The government sees compressed bio-gas as a domestic solution to LNG. In a bid towards energy security, the Union Cabinet on Thursday approved a Rs 23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme for bio gas. GOBARdhan or the Galvanizing Organic Bio- Agro Resources Dhan scheme aims to push for the production of compressed bio-gas.The move assumes significance in…

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taxation and other laws amendment bill

Taxation bill to promote electronic manufacturing clears LS; allows provision for MDR on UPI transactions

The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill is aimed at drawing more foreign capital into India. The Lok Sabha on Thursday cleared the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill without discussion as continued sloganeering by Opposition members over several issues disrupted proceedings. Following the passage of the legislation, which also amends the Payment and Settlement…

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