UPI without internet: NPCI reportedly developing tap-to-pay up to Rs 2,000 for flights ...

India's National Payments Corporation (NPCI) is developing an offline, internet-free tap-to-pay system for UPI transactions up to Rs 2,000, initially targeting high-traffic venues like flights and underground trains. The system uses near-field communication (NFC) technology to enable payments without internet connectivity.

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