Socio-Economic Impact of Digital Payments in India: Report by Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance's Department of Financial Services has released a report titled "Socio-Economic Impact Analysis of the Incentive Scheme for Promotion of RuPay Debit Card and low-value BHIM-UPI Transactions (P2M)". This report assesses the effectiveness of incentive schemes in promoting digital payments in India. Conducted by an independent research agency with guidance from the National Payments Corporation of India, the study emphasizes digital payment adoption, financial inclusion enhancement, and unprecedented growth in digital transaction volume through UPI between 2021 to 2025. The report also outlines the economic benefits of these systems, calling for further strategies to boost RuPay card usage, especially in rural and semi-urban regions.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link