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Paytm Shares Tumble 10% After Finance Ministry Rejects UPI MDR Reintroduction
Sarfraz Khan
3 minutes read
Paytm shares plunged 10% after the Finance Ministry dismissed speculation about reintroducing MDR on UPI transactions. Hopes for a new revenue stream were dashed, highlighting fintech's sensitivity to policy. Despite the setback, UPI continues its record growth, with the government committed to free services amidst sustainability questions.