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HDFC Bank credit card charges, rules to change from August 1, 2024: Know about new late payment fee, bill payment rules
HDFC Bank announced major revisions to its credit cardholders about terms and charges. The following changes to your HDFC Bank credit card charges will come into effect on August 1, 2024.
Pause on the cards: Fintechs may take a hit as most banks stay away from BBPS
RBI mandates credit card bill payments through BBPS, but only 8 of 34 banks are live on the network, causing concern among payment companies like PCI for an extension.
S&P 500, Nasdaq close slightly down ahead of US payrolls data
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite dipped from record highs ahead of key labor market data. Nvidia fell, while utilities and industrials dragged the S&P 500 lower. Investors await the U.S. nonfarm payrolls report, which may influence Federal Reserve decisions.
4 easy ways to repay a huge credit card bill
Credit cards can be a useful tool for financial management, but overspending can lead to challenging debts. Here are tips to efficiently pay credit card bills.
Overheating electricity: How India can address supply shortages and renewable energy challenges
With temperatures soaring to record levels across India, the Government of India has taken steps to address the impending surge in electricity demand by instructing idling power plants to increase operations. This move comes as a response to the high demand for electricity not translating into adequate purchases by utilities, leading to shortages in power supply.
Tide enables bill payments for MSMEs to streamline expenses
Tide’s Bill Payments are expected to help small businesses pay for a range of utilities such as electricity, gas, postpaid mobile and broadband bills.
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New credit card rules, changes in May 2024: These 4 banks have revised their credit card rules
Credit card customers should be aware of the changes and make sure to follow the latest fee and guidelines set by the bank or credit card company. The top banks that have revised their credit card rules this month are Bank of Baroda, Yes Bank, IDBI Bank, and HDFC Bank.
US announces new $400 mln military aid package for Ukraine, official says
The U.S. is set to provide a $400 million military aid package to Ukraine, utilizing the Presidential Drawdown Authority. This aid is part of a larger $95 billion bill, with expectations of increased contracts for defense companies like RTX and Lockheed Martin.
These NRIs can use international mobile numbers to make UPI payments in India: Step-by-step guide on how to do it
These NRI customers can pay using UPI in India using foreign mobile number. Earlier, in order to create a UPI ID and use any UPI app, an NRI required a working Indian mobile number. This will reduce non-resident Indians (NRIs) the cost of keeping an active Indian mobile number.
Lightning-fast bill payments with PayZapp: Know how you can pay electricity bills with a single swipe
PayZapp by HDFC Bank simplifies bill payments with digital banking, multiple bill management, one-swipe feature, promo code savings, and versatile payment options. Enjoy efficient bill payments with added benefits across Android and iOS devices.
NFL legend Bill Romanowski, wife opt for bankruptcy. Here's what has happened?
Former NFL star Bill Romanowski and his wife have opted for bankruptcy. Bill Romanowski and his wife find themselves embroiled in controversy.
Your preference for digital is leaving banks with a bigger bill
As more and more people in India take to paying digitally, banks are having to pick up a larger tab on account of rising costs of maintaining a competent IT system.
Credit card rule change: Utility bill payments made with YES Bank and IDFC First Bank credit cards to get costlier from May 1, 2024
Yes Bank and IDFC FIRST Bank credit card customers will have to pay a higher amount as fees for paying utility bills. Here is a look at the changed fee structure effective from May 1, 2024.
Life in the light: With solar energy, Sachin Shigwan is trying to bridge energy inequality in rural India
For villages in rural India, lack of electricity prevents people from leading a better life. With solar energy, Sachin Shigwan is trying to make a difference.
Rs 15,000 crore GST fraud: How a businessman cheated via 3,300 shell companies, 35 fake firms and electricity bills
Delhi-based businessman Tushar Gupta has been arrested in connection with a Rs 15,000 crore GST fraud exposed last year. Gupta was part of a syndicate that used fake documents to establish over 3,300 shell companies, generating e-way bills for transporting goods or services and claiming input tax credit (ITC).
Paying gas, electricity, and other utility bills using YES Bank credit card to get costlier from May 1, 2024
YES Bank has revised certain features available on all its credit cards except its premium card variant-private. Further experts say that YES Bank is the first bank in India to impose a 1% extra charge on all utility bill payments via credit cards. A utility bill payment can comprise of paying bills for gas, water, electricity, etc.
Modi-Gates discuss digital revolution, AI and their use in welfare of commoners
Prime Minister Modi and Gates engaged in a free-wheeling chat lasting over 45 minutes where they shared their views on issues ranging from AI and global warming to data security and protection against Deep Fake.
"Need to establish some dos and don'ts": PM Modi tells Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates
During a conversation with Microsoft Co-Founder Bill Gates, PM Narendra Modi stressed the necessity of establishing clear guidelines for using Artificial Intelligence (AI), especially to counter deepfake manipulation. He highlighted the importance of training and implementing watermarks on AI-generated content to prevent misinformation. Gates acknowledged AI's challenges and opportunities.
TikTok bill faces uncertain fate in the Senate as legislation to regulate tech industry has stalled
While more aggressive than most, TikTok's extensive lobbying campaign is the latest attempt by the tech industry to head off any new legislation - and it's a fight the industry usually wins.
CAA applicants can attach 9 documents to prove country of origin, 20 documents on arrival date in India
The Citizenship (Amendment) Act 2019 (CAA) allows non-Muslim migrants from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan to gain Indian citizenship by proving their nationality and belonging to specific religious communities. Applicants must renounce existing citizenship and provide various documents to prove their eligibility.
Bill Gates visits Bhubaneswar slum. What did the billionaire ask residents?
Bill Gates visited a slum in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, engaging with residents and discussing the impact of government welfare initiatives. He acknowledged India's contribution to global health, particularly in vaccination and the supply of vaccines to developing nations.
Budget 2024: Save up to Rs 18000 a year in electricity bills via Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana rooftop solar power scheme; who is eligible
Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharam announced a rooftop solar panel scheme for 1 crore houses up which will offer 300 units for free under Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana.
Kejriwal's Gift to Delhi: Earn Rs 900 monthly, plus enjoy zero electricity bills
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced the Delhi Solar Policy 2024, offering generation-based incentives for rooftop solar panel installations. The policy also requires government buildings with an area of 500 square metres to install solar panels within three years. Atishi, the Power Minister of Delhi, stated that the policy was approved by the Cabinet and will be implemented in 10 days.
Thermal power plants' capacity utilisation to rise to 69 pc in FY'25: ICRA
Coal has remained a dominant fuel source to meet the base load power demand in the country, and its share in the overall energy generation mix is estimated to decline from 73 per cent in FY2023 to about 58-60 per cent in FY2030, assuming the renewable capacity addition scenario of 200 GW between FY2024 and FY2030, as per ICRA estimates.
What are the new 2024 Property laws and how will they impact you? All you need to know
In 2024, new property laws can come into existence. King Charles III gave the first King’s speech in more than 70 years, where he introduced 20 bills and one draft bill. He introduced two new bills, the Renters (Reform) Bill and the Leasehold and Freehold Bill.
Banks leverage Bharat Billpay for loan and credit card repayments
For customers who have not adopted a mandate-based loan repayment system, banks are moving to using BBPS to send monthly EMI payment demands
PAN, Aadhaar become mandatory for making investments in PPF, NSC, other small savings schemes
Earlier, the investment in post office schemes or small savings scheme could be done with Aadhaar number. This was done by using any other official valid documents. However, from now on investment in small savings scheme will be done if PAN and Aadhaar is submitted by the individual at the time of making investment.
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