Proposed amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act aim to bring back merchant discount rate on select UPI transactions, potentially helping banks and fintech firms recover technology and cybersecurity investments, ET first reported on July 16.
RippleX expects to release xrpld 3.3.0 next week, reintroducing Batch and Permission Delegation amendments after previous versions were blocked due to authorization and fee-draining flaws. The update includes five proposed features, all requiring validator approval before activation, with no mainnet exploits or losses having occurred.
Crop nutrient content has declined for decades, prompting research into solutions. Regenerative agriculture, focusing on soil health, shows promise in boosting nutrient density in some studies, but faces skepticism regarding scalability and cost-effectiveness.
India's MHA defended proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, by citing comparable foreign funding laws in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada, emphasizing global concerns about unregulated foreign money affecting democratic institutions.
An amendment proposed by Rep. Lauren Boebert to codify a ban on transgender people serving in the U.S. military failed in the House, with two Republicans defecting. However, Rep. Nancy Mace successfully passed two amendments restricting TRICARE coverage for gender-related medical procedures and banning transgender girls from K-12 sports in DoD schools.
Hedge fund billionaire Ken Griffin is seeking a zoning change in Miami Beach to add a private helipad to his planned 3.7-acre marina for his $250 million superyacht. The proposal aims to create a private travel system, avoiding city traffic and connecting his properties directly to his yacht.
Hedge fund billionaire Ken Griffin is seeking a zoning change in Miami Beach to add a private helipad to his planned 3.7-acre marina. The facility is intended to house his $250 million superyacht and provide a private travel system.
UK's Representation of the People Bill faces scrutiny over big-money donations, particularly in crypto. Reforms aim to curb foreign and crypto donations, but critics argue they are insufficient. The article links wealthy crypto investors to the far-right, raising concerns about financial integrity and the potential for a 'crypto capital' that blurs crime and business.
Britain's GMB union has asked Labour MPs to vote against proposed caps on political donations, arguing it could harm union funding for the party. The union stated that affiliation arrangements differ from donations and face existing regulations. The debate comes amid controversy over funding for Reform UK.
Hilary Armstrong contrasts Tony Blair's approach to party discipline during the Iraq War with Keir Starmer's strict methods. Andy Burnham promises a more open culture, but current and former whips debate the necessity of discipline.
Northern Territory Children's Commissioner Shahleena Musk resigned, citing government "sidelining" and opposition to controversial child protection law changes. The new laws replace the Aboriginal child placement principle with a "universal principle" and are opposed by First Nations groups and advocates.
Labour MPs are planning to rebel and introduce amendments to the UK's political funding bill, aiming to make the temporary ban on cryptocurrency donations permanent. This move is fueled by recent large donations to Nigel Farage's Reform UK from crypto billionaires.
Labour MPs plan to rebel against the government's political funding reforms, proposing amendments to ban cryptocurrency donations and lower spending limits. The move follows controversies surrounding Nigel Farage's Reform UK party funding.
Labour MPs are planning to rebel against the government's political funding reforms, pushing for stricter measures. Key demands include a ban on cryptocurrency donations and lower spending limits, spurred by controversies surrounding Nigel Farage's Reform UK party funding.
Il Presidente del Senato, Ignazio La Russa, ha affermato che spetta al Parlamento decidere sulla legge elettorale e sulle preferenze, ricordando di aver presentato emendamenti in materia in passato. Ha espresso speranza che i partiti ora favorevoli alle preferenze trovino una mediazione.
Senegal faces political turmoil as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye rejects a controversial constitutional reform bill passed by parliament, opting for a referendum instead. The reform, aimed at curtailing presidential powers, has intensified a power struggle between Faye and parliamentary leader Ousmane Sonko, leading to protests and parliamentary clashes.
Hong Kong's Medical Council found a pediatrician guilty in a 16-year-old case, proving its earlier argument to end the probe on fairness grounds was unfounded. The delay sparked reforms.
Frequent traffic offenders will soon require mandatory re-tests for driving licence renewal as part of significant amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act. The government also plans to expedite accident victim compensation, increase appeal costs, and reinstate IRDAI's role in setting third-party insurance premiums.
The Indian government plans to mandate driving tests for license renewals of motorists with traffic rule violations. Amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act also propose interim compensation for accident victims and increased pre-deposit for appeals.
Hungarian PM Péter Magyar has filed a 12-point constitutional amendment proposal aiming to remove President Tamás Sulyok and curb Viktor Orbán's past administration's influence. Key points include terminating the president's term, term limits for parliament, an independent Constitutional Court, and an asset recovery office.
Bulgaria, Romania, and Turkey are expanding their joint Black Sea mine countermeasure mission to include surveillance and reconnaissance aimed at protecting critical underwater infrastructure from deliberate attacks. Amendments to a memorandum of understanding were approved by the Bulgarian government.
A parliamentary committee is set to adopt a report on an anti-corruption bill that could automatically remove PMs, CMs, and ministers after 30 days in detention for serious criminal charges. Amendments may be made to contentious provisions, with opposition parties expressing concerns about political misuse.
Ratification of EAEU Customs Code amendments for cross-border e-commerce continues, with implementation delayed from July 1, 2026, due to member states' preparations. The duty-free import threshold is set at 200 euros, with a 5% duty for exceeding it.
India's Railway Act has been amended under the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026, significantly increasing penalties for offenses like ticketless travel, misusing facilities, and entering women's coaches. Effective July 2026, many offenses shift from criminal charges to civil penalties and recovery procedures.
