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Kerala Woman Allegedly Loses ₹49.2 Lakh After Falling For Fake Nirmala Sitharaman Video On Facebook
A Kerala resident was defrauded of Rs 49.2 lakh after cybercriminals used an AI-manipulated Facebook video of Union FM Nirmala Sitharaman to promote a bogus high-return trading scheme.

India Cuts Visa Categories From 13 To 9, Application Form Fields Reduced By Up To 70%: Here’s What Changes
India streamlines its visa system, cutting categories and paperwork to simplify travel, education, healthcare and business.

RBI Guidelines Allow Customers Without Bank Accounts To Send Up To ₹50,000 Through Cash Pay-In Service
The RBI’s consolidated 2026 Domestic Money Transfer rules allow walk-in customers without bank accounts to remit up to ₹50,000 via NEFT at bank branches while mandating strict mobile and ID verification.

Centre Eases Passport And Visa Rules For Certain Foreign Nationals Living In India | Know More
The Union Home Ministry has eased foreign passport and visa renewal hurdles for select long-standing residents, persecuted minorities, and refugees, allowing them to regularise their legal stay in India.

FSSAI Accuses PepsiCo Of Misleading Consumers By Branding Sting, Adrenaline Rush As Energy Drinks
FSSAI has challenged PepsiCo’s use of the ‘energy drink’ label on Sting and Adrenaline Rush, citing misleading claims and consumer health concerns.

UPI Payments Now Accepted For Online Bookings At Tourist Attractions In UAE, Singapore: Check Rules
Indian travellers can now use UPI apps to book Burj Khalifa experiences and attractions at Singapore’s Resorts World Sentosa, expanding India’s digital payment reach overseas.

Jaipur Commission Orders PepsiCo To Pay ₹8,000 After ₹5 Lay’s Packet Allegedly Contains Just 4g Of Chips
A Jaipur consumer commission has ordered PepsiCo to pay ₹8,000 in compensation and litigation costs after a consumer alleged that a ₹5 Lay’s packet contained just 4 grams of chips against the declared 15 grams.

Indian Railways Charging Rules: Mobile, Laptop Charging Points To Remain Off From 11 PM To 5 AM; Know The Rules
The Railway Board has reiterated its existing 11 pm to 5 am charging restriction after a passenger’s power bank reportedly exploded aboard the Mumbai–Howrah Mail.

CCPA Fines Shangri-La Eros Delhi’s Mr. Chai ₹1 Lakh Over 10% Service Charge: What Consumer Rules Say
The consumer watchdog ruled that service charges must be voluntary, while the hotel said it discontinued them across all services from October 1, 2026.

PNB Customers Allege Crores Missing From Accounts In Greater Noida; Seek Answers As Probe Continues
Customers at a Greater Noida PNB branch allege unauthorised fixed-deposit closures and missing funds as police investigate.

Maharashtra FDA Suspends Blinkit Unit’s Licence Over Allegedly Expired Food Products Worth ₹32.71 Lakh
Maharashtra’s FDA has halted operations at Blinkit’s major Bhiwandi logistics hub and initiated criminal proceedings after discovering over 18,000 unaccounted, expired food products.

Car Insurance Compare & Buy Online – Best Plans India 2026
Compare the best car insurance plans in India for 2026, exploring coverage, add-ons, premiums, claim support and cashless garage networks.
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