Find the latest industry news, policy changes, and market updates related to credit cards in India
HDFC Bank is retiring the original Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card and migrating every holder to Swiggy Ornge or Swiggy BLCK. Here is the fee math, the cashback rate cut hiding inside the default option, and exactly what you need to redo before your old card stops working.
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RBL Bank and Shoppers Stop launched three co-branded cards on 21 August 2026. Fees, reward rates, and whether the fee actually pays for itself.
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American Express is cutting the Platinum Travel Card again from 10 September 2026. The ₹1.9L milestone goes to zero, the ₹7L milestone loses 22,500 MR points for a ₹20,000 Taj voucher, and lounge access needs ₹1L quarterly spend from 1 October.
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SBI Card and Google Pay launched the Google Pay Flex SBI Card on 29 July 2026. ₹499 + GST fee waived at ₹1 lakh spend, Stars worth up to 1.6% back. We ran the maths on the ₹18,000 rewards claim.
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Axis Bank revises MyZone Credit Card terms from 28 August 2026 and 1 November 2026 as part of a portfolio-wide overhaul. The DCC markup goes from 1.5% to 3.5%, tolls and FASTag stop earning EDGE Reward Points, and the Buy One Get One District movie offer now needs ₹25,000 of spend in the preceding three months. Here is what each change costs you in rupees.
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Axis Bank revises Magnus for Burgundy terms from 28 August 2026, with identical changes on the standard Magnus. DCC markup rises to 2%, gift cards stop counting towards the ₹30 lakh fee waiver, tolls and FASTag stop earning EDGE Rewards, and Priority Pass no longer works at Indian domestic lounges. Here is the rupee cost of each change.
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Axis Bank is revising eight credit cards from 28 August 2026. Here is what actually changes, the DCC-vs-forex confusion cleared up, and who should care.
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HSBC has recently issued the full MCC list that shows which MCC codes earn 10% cashback on this card. Good news: Now you can earn more on same spends. Full details inside.
Anmol Ratan Sachdeva Standard Chartered is moving up to 4.5 lakh Indian credit card accounts to Federal Bank after 31 July 2026. Here is what happens to your credit limit, reward points and dues, and exactly how to get your new Federal Bank card.
Anmol Ratan Sachdeva From July 2026, HDFC caps accelerated SmartBuy points from GyFTR/Woohoo brand vouchers at 3,000 per month. Here's the real math and exactly what to do about it.
Anmol Ratan Sachdeva Live+ Credit Card benefits clipped. International cashback gone, lounge access slashed to 2 visits/year, new exclusions. Here's exactly what changes and whether to keep the card.
Anmol Ratan Sachdeva SBI has once again devalued another credit card, this time within 1 year of launch. So, what really changed? Find out inside.
Anmol Ratan Sachdeva Another devaluation announced in Indian credit card ecosystem. Read more about Jupiter Edge+ Card Devaluation including new terms.
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AU Small Finance Bank launches 4 new credit cards across premium to entry-level tiers. Are they worth your attention? Let's find out.
Sakshi Dubey Federal Bank's Fi Credit card discontinued on 20th March 2026, Here's what will happen. Know more with Monzy
Sakshi Dubey Scapia Federal Card cuts rewards on utilities & insurance and doubles lounge spend to ₹20K/month. Let's look at what changed.
Sakshi Dubey IndusInd Bank has changed free lounge access requirements. Now you are required to meet quarterly spend criteria on all its card. Let's look at the limits, in detail.
Sakshi Dubey Airtel Axis Card cashback on Airtel and utilities is tied to base spends now. Is it worth it after this massive devaluation? Let's find out.
Sakshi Dubey ICICI adds a ₹75,000 quarterly spend hurdle for lounge access on Adani One & MMT cards from July 1, 2026.
Sakshi Dubey Now you will earn lower bonuses and voucher benefits if you use Amex Platinum travel card. Read the full breakdown inside.
Sakshi Dubey BPCL SBI Card's annual fee waiver now needs ₹1 lakh in spends, up from ₹50,000. Monzy explains what's changed and what cardholders should do.
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Now you need 18L minimum in spends or 50L relationship value for even holding Infinia. Full details inside.
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There has been massive changes after the recent reward points calculation change. Are the premium card still worth it now?
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Is the new program a good initiative or an attempt at quiet devaluation?
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If you've been sitting on a pile of EDGE MILES waiting to hit that Accor All tier or Qatar Avios redemption, here’s what you should do.
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When the original Swiggy HDFC card first launched, it was an absolute beast. It came out swinging with 10% cashback on Swiggy and 5% on almost everything else online. But are the new variants good like the OG Swiggy card?
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It might not be the best card for you if you're used to spending more than 50,000 in a statement cycle. Check the new policies and see if it works for your spending habits.
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The one-card era is dying. Here's the math and rules driving India's 2026 credit card reset and what you should do after SBI Cashback Card devaluation.
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Flex by Google Pay is Axis Bank's lifetime free RuPay UPI credit card, earning 1 Star point per ₹500 and up to 1.6% at higher spends. Fees, reward tiers and how it compares to the SBI version.
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RBI directed partner banks to stop issuing OneCard credit cards. Here's what this means for existing cardholders, pending applications, and the best alternatives.
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If you’re a frequent traveller, IDFC First Bank has something for you.
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Can these cards be a new status symbol? We think they've potential. But which one's better?
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Should you get this BOB Card? Well, the cashback promise is not as lucrative for everyone. Check the details inside.
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Will the increased fee structure impact you? Yes, if you use apps like CRED to pay the education fee. Check full details inside.
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What can you get out of this super premium card offering as a savvy credit card user in India?
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Should you get these cards as a Lifestyle, Max, Home Center shopper? Will you get any benefits? Let's find out.
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Visa and Mastercard announced a settlement in their legal dispute with U.S. merchants over “swipe” or interchange fees. Here are the details.
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Will the usage lead to a long term shift in user behavior towards RuPay? Let's find out based on actual numbers & facts.
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Scapia’s latest add-on card appears to address long-standing concerns around control and transparency in shared credit. Should you get this add-on card for travel?
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Which cards launched at Global Fintech Fest in 2025? Have a look and tell us if you like any offering?
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Should you get these IndiGo co-branded credit cards? Check out our instant analysis to find out if these cards are worth it.
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