What is the Digital Rupee (e₹) and How It’s Changing the Way Indians Pay in 2025
What is the Digital Rupee (e₹) and How It’s Changing the Way Indians Pay in 2025 By Ganesh @ RupeeWise India is going digital — and now, so is our currency. The Digital Rupee (e₹), launched by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), is becoming one of the biggest finance trends of 2025. But what exactly is the Digital Rupee? Is it the same as UPI or crypto? Can you use it in daily life? Let’s break it down in simple words. --- What is the Digital Rupee (e₹)? The Digital Rupee is a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) — a legal, digital version of the Indian Rupee issued and backed by the RBI. Think of it as digital cash you can use directly from your mobile — without needing a debit card, UPI app, or wallet. --- How is it Different from UPI or Paytm? > Main difference: With e₹, money goes directly from person to person, like handing over cash — but digitally. --- Where Can You Use the Digital Rupee? As of May 2025, you can use e₹ to: Pay at select retail stores (using QR codes) Send m...