NPCI International launches UPI acceptance in Cambodia via KHQR

IANS | June 2, 2026 4:21 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) -- the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) -- in partnership with ACLEDA Bank Plc., on Tuesday launched Unified Payments Interface (UPI) acceptance in Cambodia through KHQR, the country’s national QR code system.

SEBI clarifies cousins of promoters not barred from independent director roles

IANS | June 2, 2026 3:58 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has clarified that cousins of promoters or directors will not automatically be treated as related persons under listing regulations, potentially allowing such individuals to be considered for independent director positions, subject to meeting other statutory conditions.

India, Germany explore partnership in quantum communications, photonics: Ministry

IANS | June 2, 2026 3:44 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) Mario Voigt, Minister-President of Germany’s Free State of Thuringia, on Tuesday met Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Jitendra Singh, with both sides exploring cooperation in quantum communication, photonics, space technologies and deep-tech innovation.

FCI rejects monopoly allegation in award of grain silo projects

IANS | June 2, 2026 3:43 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) The Food Corporation of India (FCI) has rejected allegations of favouritism and promotion of monopoly in the award of silo projects, asserting that the tendering process was open, transparent and conducted to enable more companies to participate in accordance with established procurement norms.

Govt opens applications for two Sebi whole-time member posts

IANS | June 2, 2026 2:36 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) The government has invited applications for two whole-time member (WTM) positions at market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), with the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) setting June 30 as the deadline for submissions.