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UPI users will not pay extra simply for transactions above ₹2,000. Here’s what changes under the new MDR rules from October 15, 2026, who pays the charge, and which UPI transactions remain free.

Home Loan Interest Rates 2026 can significantly affect your EMI and total borrowing cost. Understand repo-linked rates, floating loans and how to compare lenders before choosing a home loan.

RBI Repo Rate 2026 affects home loans, EMIs and deposit returns. Here’s how repo rate changes reach borrowers and FD investors in India.

EPFO members can check their FY 2025–26 interest by logging into the official EPFO Member Passbook portal and viewing their updated passbook. EPFO has set the annual interest rate at 8.25%. Some accounts may take additional time to reflect the updated interest entry.

A health insurance claim may be rejected because of applicable waiting periods, policy exclusions, non-disclosure of material information, inactive coverage or other policy-specific reasons. If a claim is rejected, policyholders should obtain the reason in writing, review their policy terms and use the insurer's grievance process if necessary.

EPFO is introducing UPI and ATM-enabled Provident Fund withdrawals under the EPFO 3.0 initiative. The government says the digital upgrade will reduce paperwork, speed up claim processing and provide faster access to eligible PF savings for millions of subscribers.