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Haldwani traders seek permanent removal of MDR charges on UPI payments

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.

14 Oct 2026

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Kashipur

Kashipur distributors oppose proposed 0.4% digital transaction charge

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.

21 Sep 2026

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