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Credit card sops: MRTPC issues notice to HDFC

Credit card sops: MRTPC issues notice to HDFC

Rediff.com10 Nov 2006

The Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission on Friday issued a notice of inquiry to HDFC Bank for not preventing direct selling agents from making false promises to its credit card customers.

Lufthansa in talks with Taj, credit card firm

Lufthansa in talks with Taj, credit card firm

Rediff.com16 Jul 2007

The air carrier, which currently operates 47 flights a week, is also planning to tie up with a credit card service provider to integrate the Miles and More programme.

Now, pay shopping, credit card bills via mobile

Now, pay shopping, credit card bills via mobile

Rediff.com1 Nov 2006

PayMate is here with a mobile payment solution, which offers convenience and flexibility of making payments by simply sending an SMS.

Your cash deposits, credit card bills now under I-T scanner

Your cash deposits, credit card bills now under I-T scanner

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

Payments made by any person of an amount aggregating to Rs 100,000 or more in cash towards credit card dues will have to be reported.

Good news! No fine till 3 days after credit card bill's due date

Good news! No fine till 3 days after credit card bill's due date

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

The Reserve Bank has asked banks not to levy any late payment penalty on credit card customers till 3 days after due date.

Loan growth, margins set to improve for banks in Q3

Loan growth, margins set to improve for banks in Q3

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

The banking sector could see better loan growth in the third quarter of financial year 2026 (Q3FY26) with improved net interest margins (NIMs), though the full impact of latest rate cuts will be largely felt in the fourth quarter. There may be lower slippage in unsecured loans and microfinance institutions (MFIs) along with steady recovery trends, which should lower credit cost.

Easter Weekend Travel Picks Up

Easter Weekend Travel Picks Up

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

As temperatures rise, travellers are increasingly gravitating towards cooler climates, driving demand for hill stations such as Mussoorie, Munnar, Varkala, Ooty and Kodaikanal.

How to handle credit card debt after the death of a loved one

How to handle credit card debt after the death of a loved one

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

In order to make your life a tad easier, here are some pointers on what needs to be done with inheritance of credit card debt.

Gold is old, credit card users opt for rewards, cashback

Gold is old, credit card users opt for rewards, cashback

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

Customers are now exploring value propositions while selecting credit cards.

Gaganjeet Bhullar Impresses, Shiv Kapur Hits Hole-In-One At Singapore Open

Gaganjeet Bhullar Impresses, Shiv Kapur Hits Hole-In-One At Singapore Open

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar's solid round and Shiv Kapur's hole-in-one highlighted the first day for the Indian players at the Singapore Open, where Thailand's Ekpharit Wu and Japan's Jeongwoo Ham lead.

Credit card debt settlement doesn't end your woes!

Credit card debt settlement doesn't end your woes!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Settlement promises to trim your debt but going for a settlement isn't really a good idea. Find out why!

'Kerala Needs A Leader Who Can Think Out Of The Box'

'Kerala Needs A Leader Who Can Think Out Of The Box'

Rediff.com8 May 2026

'Among the leaders whose names are going around, V D Satheesan is the leader who will fit this kind of situation.'

BPCL Customers Face Charges Over Misappropriated Funds

BPCL Customers Face Charges Over Misappropriated Funds

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Seven customers of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) in Indore have been booked for allegedly misappropriating over Rs 5.7 crore that was wrongly deposited into their digital wallets. Police are investigating how Rs 129.55 crore was incorrectly credited to around 1,000 BPCL 'Smart Fleet' customers.

6 SMART ways to manage your credit card debt

6 SMART ways to manage your credit card debt

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

Have you reached a stage where you cannot even pay minimum amount due? You need some smart help to get that debt burden off you.

Credit cards: 4 things that can go horribly WRONG

Credit cards: 4 things that can go horribly WRONG

Rediff.com4 Sep 2012

Read this to find out what action you can take if these four things happen with you.

10 ways to get the best out of your credit card

10 ways to get the best out of your credit card

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

Getting yourself a credit card is easy. The problem arises when you don't understand how the system works. Here are some smart tips on how to make the most out of your credit card.

Why using credit cards to pay your wedding bills is a bad, bad idea!

Why using credit cards to pay your wedding bills is a bad, bad idea!

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

Apart from your wedding and honeymoon here are five instances when you will be tempted to swipe your credit card. And here is why it's a bad idea

Credit card, passport details of 45 lakh flyers leaked in massive Air India data breach

Credit card, passport details of 45 lakh flyers leaked in massive Air India data breach

Rediff.com22 May 2021

Air India's passenger service system provider SITA faced a sophisticated cyberattack in February this year leading to leak of personal data of 4.5 million passengers -- which included passengers of the national carrier -- from across the world, an official statement said on Friday. Personal data -- including name, date of birth, contact information, passport information, ticket information and credit card data -- which was registered between August 11, 2011, and February 3, 2021, has been leaked of a certain number of Air India's passengers, the statement issued by the airline said. "While we and our data processor continue to take remedial actions...We would also encourage passengers to change passwords wherever applicable to ensure safety of their personal data," it said.

'Quicker credit data updates will aid underwriting'

'Quicker credit data updates will aid underwriting'

Rediff.com18 May 2025

'This helps the consumers secure more favourable terms from CIs.'

Datanomics: Sending money from US to India gets costlier

Datanomics: Sending money from US to India gets costlier

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Sending money from the US to India has become costlier after a 1% excise tax on cash-based remittances took effect from January 1, 2026.

What you didn't know about your credit card

What you didn't know about your credit card

Rediff.com17 Jul 2007

Next time you get your credit card bill, look at the amount due carefully and repay the entire amount.

Pay credit card dues even if you DON'T get bills on time

Pay credit card dues even if you DON'T get bills on time

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

Remember, the obligation lies with YOU. Not the credit card company.

OnePlus 15T: Estimated Launch Date, Specs, Price In India

OnePlus 15T: Estimated Launch Date, Specs, Price In India

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The OnePlus 15T has been officially listed in OnePlus/OPPO's China store and is set to launch on March 24, 2026, marking its entry as a compact flagship focused on performance and battery life.

4 Indians charged with $200 million credit card fraud in US

4 Indians charged with $200 million credit card fraud in US

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

The defendants would make up a false identity to get cards and then use them.

SC admits StanChart, Citi pleas on credit cards

SC admits StanChart, Citi pleas on credit cards

Rediff.com9 Sep 2008

The Supreme Court on Monday admitted the appeals of Standard Chartered Bank, HSBC and Citibank challenging the order of the National Consumer Commission imposing restriction on charging credit card holders an interest rate in excess of 30 per cent.

'For FY26, We Expect Corporate Loan Book Upto Rs 4 Tn'

'For FY26, We Expect Corporate Loan Book Upto Rs 4 Tn'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

'We currently have new proposals worth Rs 1.48 trillion in the pipeline.'

Record 500 million ticket demand for 2026 WC

Record 500 million ticket demand for 2026 WC

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Beyond the three host nations, the highest number of applications came from Germany, England, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, Argentina and Colombia.

'No Fuel Shortage, Only Panic'

'No Fuel Shortage, Only Panic'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

'There is no shortage of fuel whatsoever.' 'India is stock surplus as far as petrol and diesel are concerned.'

Credit card fees: MRTPC wants to know it all

Credit card fees: MRTPC wants to know it all

Rediff.com21 Jun 2007

Alarmed by reports that credit card companies have collected over Rs 6,000 crore (Rs 60 billion) in a decade from customers by way of fines and late fee, India's anti- monopoly watchdog has ordered a probe into the fees levied by them.

ICICI asked to pay damages on poor credit card transactions

ICICI asked to pay damages on poor credit card transactions

Rediff.com10 Nov 2011

ICICI Bank has been directed by a Consumer Commission to pay over Rs one lakh to a businessman after payments made to him for goods purchased by customers through credit cards failed to get credited into his account.

Be careful with the 'no-interest' offer on credit cards

Be careful with the 'no-interest' offer on credit cards

Rediff.com5 May 2014

The option to carry forward the outstanding amount without any interest could lead the card holder to use the card recklessly and spend too much.

Be careful with the 'no-interest' offer on credit cards

Be careful with the 'no-interest' offer on credit cards

Rediff.com5 May 2014

The option to carry forward the outstanding amount without any interest could lead the card holder to use the card recklessly and spend too much.

Pitroda to bring digital credit card to your mobile phone!

Pitroda to bring digital credit card to your mobile phone!

Rediff.com7 Sep 2010

For the last 15 years, Pitroda and Desai's team is working on the technology to pay through mobile phones. Pitroda already has 11 patents with him and some 20 patents related to this technology are pending for registration.

Cyber Fraud Ring Busted: 11 Arrested in Delhi, Mumbai Operation

Cyber Fraud Ring Busted: 11 Arrested in Delhi, Mumbai Operation

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested 11 individuals involved in a cyber fraud racket operating from Delhi and Mumbai, which allegedly defrauded a senior citizen of over Rs 22 lakh with promises of high investment returns. The network is linked to international operators in Cambodia.

You too can be a victim of credit card fraud; these tips can help

You too can be a victim of credit card fraud; these tips can help

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

One must be extremely cautious while shopping with a credit card.

Soon, your smartphone to double up as a debit, credit card

Soon, your smartphone to double up as a debit, credit card

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

Customers can link their cards to banks' app and make payments after scanning a 'quick response' code.