Different categories have separate UPI transaction limits set for various uses. These limits apply specifically to UPI Lite and UPI 123Pay services. As of the recent updates, the limits vary across different user types and transaction types. This segmentation helps manage risk and usage patterns across the digital payment ecosystem. Users should check the latest guidelines before making significant digital payments. 💸
world Three bodies were recovered from the Gandak river after reportedly drifting from Nepal amid devastating floods. This incident took place in Kushinagar district of Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, August 29, 2026. The bodies were spotted near barrage pier number 3 in the Madanpur-Sukrauli area on Friday, August 28, 2026. Authorities are working to identify the victims and have contacted Nepal's administration. Monitoring of the Gandak river continues as the immediate threat of flooding has eased. 🌊
entertainment Sunny Leone's horror comedy, Chudail, is set for a theatrical release by the end of September. This film is expected to clash with Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia's The Vvaan, which releases on September 25th. Chudail stars Mandana Karimi and features production by Rocky Sandhu and Paramveer Sandhu. Furthermore, producer Mahendra Dhariwal confirmed that Maa Tujhhe Salaam 2 is in the pipeline. This sequel is planned to bring high-stakes drama back to the silver screen. 🎬
A lorry driver suffered serious injuries after a massive pile of boulders and loose earth tumbled onto his truck. This incident took place at a quarry in the Maramuttam area of Kottakkal, Neyyattinkara, in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala. The event occurred around 7 am on Saturday morning when rocks loosened from the quarry's upper levels. The driver, Anilkumar, was rushed to the Government Medical College Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram with grave injuries. No other individuals were reported to have been hurt in this accident. 🤕
tech Xiaomi has officially confirmed the launch of the Redmi 17 5G in India on September 3, 2026. This upcoming 5G smartphone will feature a new design and a Snapdragon chipset. Leaks suggest it will sport a 50 MP AI camera and a Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 SoC. The device is also packing a massive 7900 mAh battery and a 120 Hz refresh rate display. Xiaomi plans to reveal more details, potentially starting prices above 22,000 rupees, by September 2, 2026.
business DHS has revived a regulatory proposal to remove certain H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B workers from employment authorization eligibility. This action would effectively roll back a 2015 rule that allowed qualifying H-4 spouses to apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). The proposal is currently at an early stage and is listed on the federal regulatory agenda for 2026. Currently, H-4 spouses with valid EADs are not immediately affected by this plan. This policy fight would severely restrict the ability of these spouses to work while their partners pursue permanent residency. 😟
business A woman farmer in Jharkhand, Jiwanti Bara, saw her income triple after her mangoes started reaching England. She and other women farmers in Simdega are now selling to organized buyers across India and even overseas. This shift followed the BHGY initiative, which supported 1.86 lakh acres of orchards. Farmers received training in sorting and quality control to meet global buyer demands. This success shows a path for small farmers to earn better prices and boost family income. 🥭
india A Grade Sub-Inspector from Thodupuzha police station in Idukki was suspended for posting communal remarks on social media. The officer, K Vijesh, shared a viral video claiming a hijab-wearing woman damaged an Onam pookkalam in Ernakulam district. This occurred on Friday, August 28, after the Thodupuzha Deputy Superintendent of Police submitted a special report. The District Police chief suspended him because the content violated expected police conduct. A detailed departmental inquiry will now be conducted by the Munnar DySP.
health A proposed peptide party in Bengaluru has been cancelled after the Karnataka FSDA requested detailed information from the organizers. The event, which was scheduled for August 29 in Koramangala, was set to feature peptide tastings and networking. The FSDA's notice cited that the exact identity and regulatory status of the preparations were not established in the publicity material. The department also requested documents regarding composition, dosage, and scientific evidence for the peptide products. The FSDA is now awaiting the required documentation from Upsurge Labs LLP before proceeding further. 😟
world An eight-year-old boy, Zoyal Ghale, survived devastating Nepal floods by climbing trees in a forest. His mother, Matti Maya Tamang, searched desperately in the flood-hit Rasuwa district after their school was swept away. Zoyal was airlifted with a broken leg and cuts, while UNICEF noted at least 17,000 children were affected across three districts on August 29, 2026. Tamang felt like her life was back after finding Zoyal and later her younger son. UNICEF is now working with the government to reunite all separated children. 😥
entertainment The action drama film, Captain India, is set to commence filming in London on September 1, 2026. Kartik Aaryan will star in this project, which is directed by Shimit Amin and produced by Bhushan Kumar. The shoot is planned to run through October, with the movie slated for release on August 13, 2027. The story is inspired by the true events of India’s evacuation mission from a war-torn country. This production aims to blend large-scale action with a deeply emotional narrative. 🎬
j / k or ↑ ↓ to move · space for next