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Legality of Extra Credit Card Charges for Indian Consumers
Merchants in India often charge extra for credit card payments, but experts state this is generally prohibited by card network rules and RBI regulations. The Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) is a fee paid by merchants, not customers, and funds card benefits. Many merchants prefer UPI due to lower costs.
Taxpayers Must Promptly Respond to Income Tax Department's Section 143(1) Intimations
Taxpayers receiving Section 143(1) intimations from the Income Tax Department with tax demands must respond within 30 days. Failure to do so can lead to 1% monthly interest penalties, classification as an 'assessee in default,' and initiation of recovery proceedings, even if the demand is disputed.
Ford and Aramark Review Self-Service Kiosks After Employee Theft Allegations
Ford Motors and Aramark are reviewing self-service kiosks at US factories after employees were fired over alleged snack theft. Workers claim payment failures and software glitches caused wrongful accusations, leading to some reinstatements and widespread reluctance to use the kiosks.
Johnson & Johnson's Ottava Robotic Surgical System Receives FDA Approval
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has secured marketing authorization from the US FDA for its Ottava robotic surgical system, allowing it to enter the soft-tissue robotic surgery market. The system, approved for several general surgery procedures, will initially launch with select US customers, challenging Intuitive Surgical's dominance.
Automakers Call for Independent Fuel Quality Checks Amid E20 Contamination Concerns
Automakers urge India's oil ministry for a formal system to detect fuel contamination at petrol pumps. Amid rising E20 ethanol blending, drivers report vehicle issues, with investigations revealing high chloride and moisture levels, prompting calls for independent fuel quality certification.
BCCI Raises Reserve Prices for Cricket Title and Associate Sponsorship Rights
The BCCI has significantly increased the reserve prices for its title and associate sponsorship rights, inviting new bids for cycles extending to March 2028. Title sponsorship is now ₹4.9 crore per match, up over 15%, while associate rights are ₹95 lakh per match, aiming to maximize revenue despite market concerns about bilateral cricket viability.