India’s semiconductor industry is entering a new phase in 2026. With Semicon 2.0, the country is expanding its focus beyond chip fabrication to include chip design, semiconductor equipment, materials, advanced packaging, research and development, and talent development. The latest developments at SEMICON India 2026 have also brought fresh investment announcements and proposals from global semiconductor companies. The event is being held from September 17 to 19, 2026, at Yashobhoomi in Delhi under the theme “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem.” :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} For businesses, technology professionals and consumers, these developments could…
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iPhone 18 Pro India Launch 2026: Price, Availability and Key Features
Apple has officially launched the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in 2026, bringing a new generation of performance, camera controls, battery improvements and professional photography features. India is among the first-wave markets for the new Pro models. iPhone 18 Pro 2026 launch — image used for illustration. iPhone 18 Pro India Launch 2026: What’s New? The iPhone 18 Pro India launch 2026 brings Apple’s latest Pro smartphone to Indian customers with a redesigned internal architecture, a new A20 Pro chip, upgraded camera technology and improvements…
Read MoreUPI Transaction Charges New Rules 2026: What Changes From October 15?
UPI transaction charges 2026 are changing from October 15, 2026, with a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for certain merchant payments. However, the new rules do not mean that customers will have to pay a new UPI transaction fee. Under the revised framework announced by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), a 0.4% MDR will apply to specified person-to-merchant (P2M) UPI transactions above ₹2,000. The MDR is a charge within the merchant payment ecosystem and is not a direct customer fee. The new framework is scheduled to take…
Read MoreIndia’s New E-Commerce Rules 2026: What Online Shoppers Should Know
Online shopping in India is set to see several important changes after the government amended the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020. The new rules introduce additional requirements around search results, sponsored listings, discounts, seller information, dark patterns, consumer complaints and other aspects of online shopping. The changes are scheduled to take effect from January 1, 2027. For shoppers, the changes could mean clearer information about products, prices and promotions. For e-commerce platforms and sellers, the rules introduce additional responsibilities around transparency and consumer protection. What Are India’s New E-Commerce Rules?…
Read MoreAir India Introduces New Corporate Travel Payment Program: What Businesses Should Know
Air India is preparing to launch a new corporate travel payment program in India using UATP accounts. The initiative is designed to help businesses and travel agencies manage airline travel payments through a centralized account instead of relying on multiple individual payment methods. The announcement was made on September 15, 2026, by UATP. According to the announcement, the program is expected to go live in the coming months. For companies that regularly book flights for employees, clients, or business partners, the new system could make travel payment management easier while…
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