UPI Overhaul: Rahul Gandhi Brands Fee Change a 'Trump Tax'

Ladies and gentlemen, prepare your digital wallets! On October 15, 2026, India's UPI system is rolling out a new Merchant Discount Rate of 0.4% for transactions over ₹2,000. Rahul Gandhi is throwing shade, calling it a 'Trump tax' — classic political theatrics! The government claims it's all about sustainability, but the real showdown is brewing in the digital payments arena. Get ready for a financial face-off!