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2026 - Present

Lok Sabha Passes Bill That Could Bring UPI Charges in Future; Govt Says Consumers Won’t Be Charged

The new law empowers the Centre to permit merchant charges on UPI in future, but no fee has been imposed yet and the government says consumers will not bear any MDR.

India’s DPDP Act gives startups until May 2027 to prepare for sweeping data privacy compliance requirements

India's new data protection law is reshaping how startups collect, store and safeguard personal data, full enforcement from May 2027.

MCD Introduces Hygiene Ratings for Delhi Restaurants in Biggest Reform Since 1964

Delhi's new hygiene grading system will make restaurant inspections more transparent, helping diners make safer and better-informed food choices.

Trump in Spotlight as Iran, Oman Near Breakthrough on Strait of Hormuz Deal That Could Reopen World’s Most Critical Oil Route

Iran says its agreement with Oman is in the final drafting stage, raising hopes of restoring commercial shipping via Strait of Hormuz.

‘Don’t Bow Down to Our PM’: Kejriwal Accuses Meta After Claiming Instagram Account Was Restricted in India

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal alleged Meta restricted his Instagram account without explanation, while the company has yet to publicly respond.

Parliament Tightens Birth & Death Registration Rules; Court Nod Mandatory After 2-Year Delay

The amended law strengthens verification of delayed birth and death registrations to improve record accuracy and prevent fraudulent entries.

56% Of India’s Vehicles Are Uninsured: Supreme Court Pushes ‘No Insurance, No Fuel’ Pilot To Improve Road Safety

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and IRDAI to prepare a pilot project linking fuel supply to valid vehicle insurance.

Govt Raises Export Duty on Petrol, Diesel & ATF; Diesel Levy Increased to ₹25.5/Litre

The government has increased export duties on petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel while keeping domestic fuel taxes unchanged.

FSSAI Orders Dabur to Halt Sale of Food Products Carrying Misleading ‘100%’ Claims Across Multiple Categories

The food regulator directed Dabur to stop selling products carrying unverifiable '100%' claims and submit an Action Taken Report within 15 days.

UGC Regulations 2026 Protest: Karni Sena Breaches Barricades, Jaipur Police Respond With Water Cannons

A 24-day Karni Sena protest march against the UGC Regulations 2026 culminated in clashes with Jaipur Police after demonstrators breached barricades while attempting to reach the Collectorate.