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BusinessAI imageStarting October 15, 2026, merchants will have to pay new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on UPI transactions exceeding ₹2,000. This change affects how transaction fees are calculated for merchants using UPI payments, impacting their costs for higher-value transactions.
The Hindu·
PoliticsThe US military has completed the withdrawal of its last troops from Iraq after 23 years. Former President Donald Trump called this a decisive victory over ISIS. The operation, known as Inherent Resolve, marked the end of a 12-year mission against ISIS in Iraq. CENTCOM officially announced the completion of the US troop pullout.
Jagran·
Rohit Sharma ranks number one among top ODI batsmen with the biggest innings. Shubman Gill has surpassed Ishan Kishan and Virender Sehwag, becoming the fastest to score a double century in ODIs. The India-West Indies match at Guwahati saw five centuries and eight half-centuries, with several records broken including those of Dhoni, Chris Gayle, and Sachin Tendulkar. India set a world record by scoring 400+ runs most times and chased the highest target in ODI history.
Jansatta··Guwahati
EntertainmentThe Jupiter Festival Miami, held from October 6 to 9, will bring together leading figures from media, entertainment, and sports. The event aims to foster community building and collaboration, marking a new era in the media industry by providing a space for real-life connections and deal-making.
Variety··Miami
The Asian Games final match between India and Pakistan can be watched live on TV and mobile through easy methods. India recently achieved a historic win against Sri Lanka with 61 balls remaining, featuring a hat-trick by Abhishek. Ishan Kishan ranks number one among top batsmen, with Vaibhav Suryawanshi fifth. India has won by 100+ runs 11 times, including a record 124-run victory in the Asian Games.
India TV Hindi·
SportsFaf du Plessis, Trent Boult, and Kieron Pollard have been included in the shortlist for the SA20 mini-auction. This shortlist highlights key players expected to participate in the upcoming SA20 cricket tournament auction, attracting significant attention from teams and fans alike.
Cricinfo·
The Hindu·
Starting October 15, 2026, merchants will have to pay new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on UPI transactions exceeding ₹2,000. This change affects how transaction fees are calculated for merchants using UPI payments, impacting their costs for higher-value transactions.
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