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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
TopicUPI

Topic: UPI

Budget 2023 for tech sector: Digital India funds slashed, PAN ‘common identifier’, KYCs simplified

Sitharaman's 'technology-driven' also pushed for access to anonymised data, DigiLocker expansion & job creation through Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0.

Economic Survey hails UPI revolution during Covid & FY22 boom in rural internet connections

There was a 200% increase in rural internet subscriptions between 2015 & 2021, says survey. UPI enabled 52% of total digital transactions in FY22.

UPI to Aadhaar, Modi govt showcases ‘India Stack’ of digital goodies for global adoption

Govt says digital public services will be offered to other countries & startups during first annual stack developers’ conference to be held in Delhi Wednesday.

Did Covid do what demonetisation couldn’t? Usher in ‘digital India’ & cashless economy

Data show withdrawals from ATMs have remained largely the same since lockdown was lifted, while UPI payments ballooned — signs of behavioural change, even as currency in circulation goes up

UPI powers India’s digital transactions. RBI’s eRupee is compelling but must argue retail use

Could the eRupee piggyback as a key piece of the larger 'digital stack'? RBI's concept note gives a direction, but there are concerns that must be addressed.

UPI redefining digital economy but govt coercion can stifle innovation

The government should be neutral toward organisations involved in integrating the digital economy and let the market pick the winner.

Uber Files leak shows why India’s approach to security and privacy matters

The Uber Files investigation is a lesson for regulators, researchers and academics about the risks of platformisation of digital economies.

India building the future it desires with its own digital infrastructure. EU can learn

How do we ensure that the internet is fair and free? Not bigger penalties but building your own digital platforms with default mandates. UPI is a good example.

As globalisation is bombed, a ‘fortress economy’ is tempting, but India must know its limits

India can’t break free of global supply chains & will stay import-dependent for energy, weapons parts. Selective integration may work better by creating mutual interdependence.

Why e-payments firm BharatPe’s board wants to oust Ashneer Grover, who co-founded the company

Grover is locked in battle with fintech firm’s board as he faces allegations of financial fraud & misbehaviour that industry insiders attribute to ‘God Syndrome’ from his own success.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.