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BusinessUPI processed 24.07 billion transactions worth Rs 29.37 lakh crore in September 2026, showing a 1.8% decline in volume and 1.5% drop in value from August. The monthly dip was partly due to one fewer day. Daily transactions averaged 802 million, up 1.4% from August's 791 million. Year-on-year, volume rose 23% and value increased 18%, indicating strong growth overall.
NDTV Business·2h ago
PoliticsIranian security forces dismantled a terrorist cell in Sistan and Baluchistan amid escalating clashes with Baloch militant groups near the Pakistan and Afghanistan borders. Recent operations included arrests, militant deaths, and recovery of weapons. Earlier in September, three IRGC personnel died in a clash with militants in Saravan. The conflict involves a coalition of Baloch factions, including the Popular Fighters Front and Jaish al-Adl, intensifying the insurgency in the region.
Firstpost World·33m ago
EntertainmentSwara Bhasker revealed a disturbing incident after the film Tanu Weds Manu, where a director insisted on rehearsing alone with her, making her uncomfortable. She shared this unsettling experience publicly, highlighting the challenges faced by actresses in the industry.
Amar Entertainment·12h ago
SportsVithya Ramraj, the Indian sprinter from Coimbatore, has gained rapid social media fame following her stellar performance at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. She won gold in the women's 4x400m relay, silver in the mixed relay, and bronze in the 400m hurdles, breaking a 42-year-old national record held by PT Usha. Her Instagram followers surged from 5,000 to 65,000 as fans celebrated her achievements.
HT Sports·25m ago·Coimbatore
HealthOvarian cancer involves cancerous growth in the ovaries and is often diagnosed late due to late symptoms. Gynaecologic oncologist Dr Parminder Kaur clarified common misconceptions that delay diagnosis and treatment. She debunked eight myths, including that ovarian cancer only affects older women and that it does not run in families. Genetics can contribute to about 20% of cases, and younger women can also be affected.
HT Health·45m ago
EntertainmentDivya Khossla criticized Govinda and his rumored girlfriend Komal Rani Swarnkar for their public appearance at Lalbaugcha Raja, supporting Govinda’s wife Sunita Ahuja. She questioned the significance of Komal Rani’s sindoor during their visit on September 22, urging them not to misuse religious symbols. Social media speculated about a secret wedding after Komal was seen with sindoor post-visit, but some said it was part of rituals.
News18 Movies·26m ago·Mumbai
NDTV Business·2h ago
UPI processed 24.07 billion transactions worth Rs 29.37 lakh crore in September 2026, showing a 1.8% decline in volume and 1.5% drop in value from August. The monthly dip was partly due to one fewer day. Daily transactions averaged 802 million, up 1.4% from August's 791 million. Year-on-year, volume rose 23% and value increased 18%, indicating strong growth overall.
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