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India’s digital payments ecosystem is growing at record speed, driven by UPI adoption, fintech innovation, and rising smartphone usage. As the country moves closer to a cashless economy, 2026 is expected to bring major changes in how consumers and businesses handle payments.

Here are the top 5 digital payment trends in India for 2026 that everyone should watch.

1. Contactless and QR Payments Will Dominate Retail

2. Mobile Wallets and UPI Usage Will Continue to Surge

3. Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Will See Massive Adoption

4. Biometric Payments Will Improve Digital Payment Security

5. AI-Powered Fraud Detection Will Protect Users

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) ensures its energy-efficient and passenger-centric design infrastructure integrates with the surrounding urban fabric. In an exclusive interaction, Manisha Singh, Chief Architect, DMRC, also explains to Nisha Samant, Associate Editor, APAC Media, how DMRC is leveraging digital tools and smart design technologies to improve planning, execution and efficiency.

Join us at the APAC 11th Annual Sustainable Water Management Conclave in New Delhi — a leading water event in Delhi 2025. This upcoming water summit in Delhi will explore key aspects shaping the future of water sustainability.

Join AI for Viksit Bharat 2047 Summit by APAC Media in New Delhi on 3rd July 2025 at The Lalit. Explore India's AI Mission and the future of Artificial Intelligence.

New Delhi: In a decisive and targeted response to the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack, which claimed the lives of 26 individuals, including one Nepali national, India launched ‘Operation Sindoor’ early morning of 7 May, striking at the heart of terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK).

The Indian armed forces carried out 24 precision missile strikes on nine identified terror hubs, inflicting significant damage on terrorist capabilities without escalating into military confrontation with Pakistan.

At a joint press briefing held by officials from the Indian Army (Col Sofiya Qureshi), Indian Navy (Wg Cdr Vyomika Singh) and the Ministry of External Affairs, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri underlined that the operation was a direct consequence of Pakistan’s continued patronage of cross-border terrorism.

In an exclusive interaction with APAC Media & CXO Media, Siddharth Chaturvedi, Chancellor, Scope Global Skills University & Director, AISECT Group, explains how to bridge the gap between conventional academic education and real-world employability skills. He emphasizes the need for industry collaboration and advanced technology tools to employ blended learning.

In an exclusive conversation with APAC Media & CXO Media, Dr Mahendra Sharma, Group Pro Chancellor, Ganpat University outlines the digital initiatives undertaken and how technology is playing a key role in every facet of the university, making students ready for future industry trends.

In an exclusive conversation with APAC Media & CXO Media, Dr Mahendra Sharma, Group Pro Chancellor, Ganpat University outlines the digital initiatives undertaken and how technology is playing a key role in every facet of the university, making students ready for future industry trends.

In an exclusive conversation with APAC Media and CXO Media, Sushant Gaurav, IAS, Director of Industries, Jharkhand, formerly, District Collector, Gumla, shares the transformative journey of Gumla into the Ragi Capital of East India. He outlines the step-by-step approach that empowered farmers, enhanced nutrition, and strengthened the district’s economic resilience. Beyond agriculture, he highlights key interventions that have uplifted the socio-economic conditions of the district and provides valuable insights into sustainable development and community-driven change.

India, with its vast talent pool and rapidly growing economy, has the potential to become the world’s skill hub. As APAC Media prepares to host the 5th National Skill Conclave in Bhopal, it is imperative to explore the key sectors that will drive India’s workforce transformation.

Eight critical domains—AI & Robotics, Semiconductors, Cybersecurity, Green Jobs, Healthtech, Digital Literacy, Drone Technology, and Food Processing—demand immediate attention to accelerate the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and position India as a global leader in innovation and workforce development.

Let us delve into each of these sectors, assessing India’s current status and the opportunities for growth, setting the stage for insightful discussions at the upcoming conclave.