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- India’s Digital Payments Boom Reaches Foreign Shores
India’s Digital Payments Boom Reaches Foreign Shores

Summary
India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is gaining traction in international travel. Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts in Sri Lanka and the Maldives are adopting UPI, responding to Indian travelers' preference for digital payment methods. This aligns with longer stays and family trips, illustrating a digital-first expectation. The push indicates a broader shift toward digital payments in tourism.