Paytm’s Troubles Drive Indian Customers to Walmart, Google

Paytm’s Troubles Drive Indian Customers to Walmart, Google

Paytm’s regulatory troubles appear to have pushed Indian consumers to Walmart and Google-owned payments operations. Data released Wednesday (March 5) by the National Payments Council of India (NPCI) showed that the value of Paytm payments made using the country’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system fell 14% between January and February. Meanwhile, PhonePe, owned by Walmart and Google’s GPay, saw a respective 7% and 6% …

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Paytm Turning to Banks to Process UPI Transactions

Paytm Turning to Banks to Process UPI Transactions

Embattled Indian FinTech Paytm is reportedly turning to a group of banks for help. The company is likely to work with Aix Bank, HDFC, Yes Bank and the State Bank of India to process transactions though India’s popular unified payments interface (UPI), Reuters reported Monday (Feb. 26), citing two sources familiar with the matter. The news comes as …

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India UPI Power: List of countries where Bharat’s Unified Payments Interface can be used to make digital payments

India UPI Power: List of countries where Bharat’s Unified Payments Interface can be used to make digital payments

Indians can now use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to make payments in seven countries. Following its launch in Sri Lanka and Mauritius, UPI payments are accepted in France, UAE, Singapore, Bhutan, and Nepal. After the announcement, MyGovIndia shared a world map, highlighting the countries where Indians can use UPI to make payments. Unified Payments …

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UPI gets global launch at Eiffel Tower in France

UPI gets global launch at Eiffel Tower in France

India on Friday formally launched UPI at the iconic Eiffel Tower here, terming it as taking Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of taking UPI global. “UPI formally launched at the iconic Eiffel Tower at the huge Republic Day Reception. Implementing PM @narendramodi’s announcement and the vision of taking UPI global,” the official X handle of …

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How to reverse UPI transactions on PhonePe, Paytm, Google Pay, and other UPI apps

How to reverse UPI transactions on PhonePe, Paytm, Google Pay, and other UPI apps

Digital transactions in India have been revolutionised through the introduction of Unified Payments Interface (UPI). It offers unmatched convenience and speed when it comes to transferring money or making payments. However, there may be instances when you need to reverse a UPI transaction due to reasons such as accidental transfers, incorrect recipients, or unauthorised payments. …

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