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• UPI fee: Government, payment gateways discuss ways to stop merchants passing burden to consumers

  17-09-2026 23:31 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The government is currently in talks with payment platforms to ensure that merchant fees do not get passed on to consumers. Starting from October fifteenth, officials will closely monitor this situation to protect consumers. They also reassured that merchants will not incur additional GST costs once the MDR is implemented. This initiative aims to support more domestic players in the market and encourage innovation.
  
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• She willed house to sister, revoked it; HC upholds second Will for adopted daughter

  17-09-2026 18:35 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The woman had a younger sister and a brother, who lived nearby. The brother used to visit and care for his sister as she grew older. On February 15, 2008, the woman Kaur revoked her first Will, which had originally intended to leave the property to the younger sister after her death.
  
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• NSE IPO: Why did India's second largest initial public offering not get fully subscribed on Day 1?

  17-09-2026 18:06 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  According to exchange data, investors bid for 3.83 crore shares against the 8.86 crore shares offered in the issue. Non-institutional investors subscribed to 72% of their quota, while the retail portion was subscribed 44%.
  
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• Who owns Tata, who runs it? The power struggle between Tata Sons and Tata Trusts explained

  17-09-2026 16:37 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Tata Sons said in a statement that "Chandra acceded to the Board's request to reconsider his decision". The board subsequently "resolved by a majority vote to re-appoint him as Executive Chairman for a further term of five years upon the expiry of his current tenure".
  
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• She declared Rs 43,796 income in ITR, misses Rs 14.02 lakh interest; hit with 200% penalty, but ITAT gave relief

  17-09-2026 15:22 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  This is the case of a 57-year old non-resident Indian (NRI) woman who ended up under-reporting her income when she filed her Income Tax Return, and the gap was huge.
  
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• NSE IPO subscription status: National Stock Exchange’s offer gets subscribed 42% on its first day

  17-09-2026 14:17 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  IPO subscriptions often gain pace in the later stages of the bidding period. The NSE issue will remain open until September 21, with the listing scheduled for September 24.
  
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• 'Implications for ties': How India, Russia & China reacted to US sanctions Bill

  17-09-2026 13:20 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  A new US sanctions bill allows tariffs on countries buying Russian energy. India prioritizes energy security and economic interests while monitoring developments. Russia criticizes the sanctions, stating they could hinder Ukraine peace efforts. China rejects US "long-arm jurisdiction" over its trade cooperation. The bill expands sanctions and tariff authorities against Russia and its energy partners.
  
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• Big battle breaks out: Tata Trusts call reappointment of Chandrasekaran as chairman 'illegal'

  17-09-2026 13:19 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Tata Trusts has declared N Chandrasekaran's reappointment as Tata Sons chairman illegal.The Trusts argue the board resolution is a legal nullity due to Noel Tata's opposition.This dispute arises after the RBI rejected Tata Sons' bid to surrender its core investment company status.The Tata Sons board also agreed to proceed with the company's stock market listing.The succession process now faces significant uncertainty and potential legal challenges.
  
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• Fortis moves Supreme Court against Delhi High Court order

  17-09-2026 12:57 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Fortis Healthcare has appealed to the Supreme Court against a recent Delhi High Court order. The order mandated a forensic audit of Fortis's dealings with IHH Healthcare and RHT Health Trust. This legal battle stems from Daiichi Sankyo's efforts to enforce an arbitral award against former promoters. Fortis argues the high court order unfairly impacts its public shareholders and IHH.
  
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• EPFO raises wage ceiling rises to Rs 25,000: What has changed and will your take home pay salary come down?

  17-09-2026 12:00 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The exact impact will vary depending on factors such as PF wages, previous PF and pension membership, and whether the employer currently contributes only up to the statutory ceiling or on actual wages.
  
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• NSE IPO: SEBI chief says no proposal from NSE seeking approval for trading on its own platform

  17-09-2026 11:55 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Since the issue is an OFS, NSE itself will not get any of the funds raised. After deducting issue expenses, the proceeds will go to the shareholders selling their shares.
  
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• Tata Sons reverses course, reappoints Chandrasekaran as chairman for another 5 yrs

  17-09-2026 11:38 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The Tata Sons board has approved a fresh five-year term for N Chandrasekaran as executive chairman. This decision reverses his earlier stance not to seek reappointment for the leadership role. The reappointment was approved at a board meeting held in Mumbai on Thursday. Chandrasekaran's current five-year term is scheduled to end in February 2027. No decision has yet been made regarding the potential listing of Tata Sons.
  
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• Gold, silver price prediction: Will gold, silver continue to fall? Check outlook on September 17, 2026

  17-09-2026 10:20 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  MCX Gold is likely to remain under pressure in the near term, with prices continuing to trade lower on a weekly basis and pointing to a sideways to bearish setup.
  
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• NSE IPO opens for subscription: From GMP to market cap & global comparison - top 10 things to know

  17-09-2026 09:48 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  NSE is positioned to gain from increasing retail participation in the capital markets. However, its earnings continue to depend substantially on transaction volumes. NSE’s post-issue price-earnings (P/E) multiple of 42.9 is lower than BSE’s 53, even though NSE holds a dominant position in the market.
  
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• Gold hallmarking costlier: Fee up 67% ahead of festive season; new charges explained

  17-09-2026 08:09 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  A hallmarked article carries three key markings: the BIS logo, the karat or millesimal fineness and a six-digit alphanumeric Hallmark Unique Identification (HUID) number.
  
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• Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for September 17, 2026 - check list

  17-09-2026 05:27 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Top stock market recommendations: Aegis Logistics, Aarti Pharmalabs, and Just Dial - are the top stocks to buy recommended by Aakash K Hindocha, Vice President - Research, Nuvama Professional Clients Group/Nuvama Wealth for September 17, 2026.
  
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• 100% Trump tariffs loom: Russia sanctions bill passed in US; will it make India stop buying crude from Moscow?

  17-09-2026 05:01 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Will Donald Trump impose 100% tariffs on India for its Russian crude oil buys? What will that mean for India’s exports to the US and its energy security situation amid the Middle East conflict?
  
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• RBI's FAQs keep Tata Sons boxed

  17-09-2026 04:22 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Holdco's Upper Layer NBFC Tag Anchored In Three Provisions In Explainer
  
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• After Senate, US House passes Russia sanctions bill; 100% tariff threat looms for India

  17-09-2026 00:40 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The US House has successfully passed a sanctions bill aimed at Russian officials and the energy sector. This new legislation empowers President Trump to impose tariffs on significant buyers of Russian oil. India might encounter a staggering 100 percent tariff on its imports due to its energy dealings with Russia. The bill also broadens sanctions against Russia and prolongs measures against Iran for an additional five years.
  
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