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Government Tells Supreme Court Merchants Not Promised Zero UPI MDR Indefinitely

The Indian government told the Supreme Court that merchants were never guaranteed zero Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on UPI transactions indefinitely. The Centre defended the proposed MDR on transactions above ₹2,000, stating the revised MDR framework was finalized after stakeholder consultation. It argued no assurance of a permanent zero-MDR regime was given and the state subsidy was discretionary. The government responded to a PIL challenging the MDR on constitutional grounds.

Hindustan Times·

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Lady Gaga's Foundation Donates $100,000 to Atlanta Youth Group

Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation donated $100,000 to COR, an Atlanta nonprofit supporting youth with mental health services, education, and essential resources. COR works with students and families through school-based programs to provide these vital supports. This contribution aims to enhance mental health and educational opportunities for young people in Atlanta.

TOI World··Atlanta

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SportsPhoto: Hindu Sport

Zakharova Defeats Vaishnavi in WTA Chennai Open Second Round

In the WTA 250 Chennai Open second round, Anastasia Zakharova defeated Indian wild card Vaishnavi Adkar 6-3, 6-0. Vaishnavi showed strong resistance in the first set but was overwhelmed in the second. Zakharova's movement and backhand pressured Vaishnavi, who had earlier won her maiden Tour-level match against Jodie Burrage. The match took place at SDAT Stadium's Centre Court with around 200 spectators.

Hindu Sport··Chennai

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Imran Hashmi's 'Gunmaster G9' New Poster Shows Fierce Look

Imran Hashmi's upcoming film 'Gunmaster G9' has released a new poster featuring him in a fierce look holding a gun. The poster includes a powerful dialogue warning about going to any extent for love. The film, starring Imran Hashmi and Genelia D'Souza, is set to release in theaters on November 27.

News18Hi Entertainment·

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Florida's Giant Burmese Pythons Spread Seeds, Altering Everglades

Florida's Everglades faces ecological challenges from invasive giant Burmese pythons. These snakes have devastated native mammal populations and disrupted the wetland ecosystem's delicate balance. Recent findings suggest the pythons may also be spreading seeds, further reshaping the Everglades environment.

TOI World·

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Delhi Building Owner Ignored Warning Before Collapse

Six months before the Delhi building collapse, the owner Samiullah received a warning but ignored it. An initial probe revealed that Samiullah carried out unauthorized construction on the second and third floors, violating an advisory issued in April. This unauthorized work is linked to the structural failure leading to the collapse.

NDTV··Delhi

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