KHATIMA NEWS
Almora
The Devbhoomi Udyog Nagar Vyapar Mandal submitted a memorandum to Almora District Magistrate Anshul Singh, alleging that traders face undue pressure during festive inspections. The group sought checks at district borders and Lodhiya barrier to stop adulterated products, while protecting local shopkeepers from action without firm evidence.
Nainital
The Akhil Ekta Udyog Vyapar Mandal has asked the central government to permanently abolish Merchant Discount Rate charges on UPI transactions. The traders’ body welcomed the decision to provide relief until 15 January, but said any future fee would increase the financial burden on merchants and affect a widely used payment method.
Bageshwar
Traders in Bageshwar have expressed concern over discussions about charging fees on UPI transactions. They say digital payments are now central to everyday business, and any additional cost could affect small shops, increase pressure on merchants and eventually burden customers who prefer cashless payments.
Khatima
Traders in Khatima staged a symbolic protest on Friday against the proposed merchant discount rate on digital payments. They covered UPI boxes and QR codes with black cloth, while trade body representatives sought dialogue with officials and payment-related institutions over the practical and financial difficulties faced by small and medium-sized businesses.
Kashipur
The Kashipur Distributors Association has urged the government to reconsider a proposed 0.4% charge on digital transactions from 15 October. Association representatives said distributors, retailers and wholesalers are already facing a slowdown, growing online competition and narrow margins, making any additional payment burden difficult for local businesses to absorb.
Rudrapur
In Rudrapur, farmers and adhatias (traders) gathered at the Agricultural Produce Market Committee complex to demand accountability over allotment of a portion of the government warehouse. They allege the space was leased to a single party for private gain, prompting industrial actions and a threat to intensify the protest if the issue isn’t resolved. Officials maintain the warehouse was leased through a transparent tender process to boost market income.
