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India Goes Global: UPI Makes its Debut at the Eiffel Tower!!
Namaste, Paris! UPI conquers the Eiffel Tower! Easy payments for Indian tourists, global expansion begins! Digital future, stronger ties!
Key Points:
- India’s UPI payment system launches at the Eiffel Tower, marking a global expansion.
- Tourists can now use UPI to make payments in France, boosting convenience and India-France ties.
- Collaboration with French payments firm Lyra facilitates seamless transactions.
- Expansion planned across Europe, further promoting digital payments and financial inclusion.
- Initiative strengthens India-France strategic partnership in the digital era.
India Champions Timely Payments: Joins UN’s “Honour Roll”
India pays it forward! 🇮🇳 Joins UN “honour roll” with on-time budget contribution! Supporting global efforts, building a better future!!
Key Points:
- India contributes USD 32.89 million to the 2024 UN Regular Budget.
- Payment made within the 30-day due period, earning “honour roll” status.
- Demonstrates India’s commitment to supporting the UN and its global mission.
- Consistent record of timely contributions underlines India’s responsible stance.
Protecting Public Property: India’s Law Commission Proposes Stronger Measures
Smashing public property? Think again! Law Commission gets tough! ⚖️ Burden shift, hefty fines, bail reforms! Protecting taxpayer money & public assets!!
Key Points:
- Law Commission recommends stricter laws to combat public property damage.
- Key changes:
- Accused proves innocence (burden shift).
- Fines based on damage value.
- Bail requires depositing estimated damage cost.
- New laws for willful obstruction.
- Report cites various incidents highlighting the need for reforms.
- Retaining criminal defamation with safeguards, balancing free speech and reputation.
