UPI payments above ₹2,000 will attract a 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) from October 15, 2026, sparking a political debate. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has alleged that the move is linked to American pressure and has demanded the rollback of the charge. The Centre has rejected the allegation, saying the decision was taken independently and that customers will not have to pay the MDR. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia also responded to Rahul Gandhi’s claims. What is the new UPI MDR, who will pay it, and why has it triggered a political controversy? Watch the full story.
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