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Stock Holding Corporation of India Limited (StockHolding) launches e-Stamping services in Goa, marking its presence in 25 States / Union Territories

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–  Inauguration of e-Stamping by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa Dr. Pramod Sawant

–  In distinguished presence of Hon’ble Revenue Minister, Govt. of Goa, Shri Atanasio Monserrate

–  This initiative will enable citizens to conveniently pay stamp duty online by visiting authorized stamp vendors, treasury and sub-treasury offices

PANAJI, India, March 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Stock Holding Corporation of India Limited (StockHolding), a key subsidiary of IFCI Limited, has launched its e-Stamping services in Goa, expanding its reach to the 25th State and Union Territory since the service began in 2007. Entrusted by the Government of India, StockHolding is responsible for the management and implementation of e-Stamping nationwide for property transactions, including purchases, sales, deeds, and rentals.

The e-Stamping service was officially launched by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant in the distinguished presence of Hon’ble Revenue Minister, Govt. of Goa, Shri Atanasio Monserrate. The event was graced by Hon’ble Chief Secretary of Goa Dr. V. Candavelou, IAS; Hon’ble Revenue Secretary Shri Sandip Jacques, IAS and Shri. Shashikant L. Nayak, Head – e-Services & Government Business, StockHolding. As a symbolic beginning, the inaugural e-Stamp of ₹500 was issued for an MoU signed between the Government of Goa and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd.

The occasion was further honored by the presence of several distinguished dignitaries, including Mr. Vivek Khurana, National Head – eServices & Government Business, StockHolding, and Mr. Debraj Ghosh, Regional Manager, StockHolding, among others.

StockHolding is the only Government entity authorized by the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs, Government of India to design and operate the Computerized Stamp Duty Administration System (C-SDAS) as the Central Record Keeping Agency (CRA) for the collection of non-judicial stamp duty in India. The system ensures accuracy, transparency and fraud prevention in stamp duty payments.

The e-Stamping service provided by StockHolding offers a digital and efficient alternative to the traditional paper-based and franking systems, enhancing convenience. The key benefits of this service include safety, security, and the ease of seamless transactions. Safety is ensured through the protection of user information on the digital platform, security is bolstered by the Unique Identification Number (UIN) that reduces the risk of fraud, and the ease of seamless transactions allows users to complete the stamping process efficiently online without the need for physical paperwork.

These developments mark a significant leap toward creating a fully optimized and protected stamp duty payment system in Goa. With the implementation of the Computerized Stamp Duty Administration System, the stamp duty collection process has become more seamless and secure. The e-Stamping system offers a host of benefits, including a 24×7 online process, faster and more convenient transactions, easy verification, a paperless approach, and flexible denomination options to ensure exact stamp duty payment. Additionally, its robust security measures make it tamper-proof, protecting sensitive data while also curbing revenue leakages and enhancing overall revenue generation.

Shri. Shashikant L. Nayak, Head – e-Services & Government Business, StockHolding, said, “StockHolding’s expansion into Goa marks a transformative shift for citizens who previously had to rely on the traditional physical stamping method, requiring visits to sub-offices for property transactions—a process that was cumbersome, time-consuming, and vulnerable to fraud. With the introduction of e-Stamping, StockHolding has significantly enhanced the safety, integrity, and authenticity of stamp duty payments in a seamless and highly convenient manner. Available 24×7, this technology-driven platform ensures transparency while enabling citizens to easily verify their e-Stamp certificates through the website or StockHolding’s e-Stamping mobile application.”

About Stock Holding Corporation of India Limited:

StockHolding, a Govt. Company, is India’s premier custodian and depository participant, with its Registered Office in Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra. StockHolding, the pioneer of financial and capital markets services was established in 1986 as a public limited company and is a subsidiary of IFCI. StockHolding, renowned for its pioneering role in the e-Stamping business, continues to maintain its leadership in this crucial sector. With the service adopted by 25 State Governments and Union Territories across the country, the company remains at the forefront of this vital industry. StockHolding is an authorised distributor of Financial products and is also authorised by the Reserve Bank of India as Agency Bank to distribute Govt. of India savings/relief bond 2003 and Sovereign Gold Bonds.

To know more, check out: https://www.stockholding.com/ or https://www.shcilestamp.com/

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Envision Marks First International Application of SAFc at Global Citizen NOW, Providing Environmental Attributes Corresponding to 10 Tonnes of CO₂ Emissions Reductions

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SYDNEY, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Envision, a global leader in green technology, expanded its Sustainable Aviation Fuel certificate (SAFc) solution internationally as the Sustainability Partner of Global Citizen NOW: Perth. This marks the company’s first international application of SAFc, demonstrating a practical pathway to integrate aviation decarbonization into the sustainability practices of major global events.

For this event, Envision delivered environmental attributes corresponding to 10 tonnes of CO₂ emissions reductions. These reductions are linked to the actual production and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with the associated attributes recorded and retired through a leading global Registry to ensure transparency and traceability.

Alongside this initiative, Envision’s Australian team participated in the event’s broader programme, including discussions on clean energy investment and industrial decarbonisation, bilateral meetings, and the Capital Mobilization Roundtable and Masterclass. Through these engagements, the team exchanged perspectives with leaders from business, investment and the climate community on Western Australia’s potential role in the next-generation green industries, while exploring opportunities to strengthen collaboration, mobilize investment and accelerate the clean energy transition.

Co-hosted by Global Citizen and the Government of Western Australia, the summit took place ahead of COP31, convening representatives from governments, businesses, philanthropic foundations, and First Nations communities to advance clean energy access, climate resilience, and inclusive economic development.

The Perth SAFc initiative builds on Envision’s SAFc application at the 26th China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT) in Xiamen in September, where the company demonstrated how SAFc could address the air-travel emissions of a major conference. Global Citizen NOW: Perth represents the next step—applying this model internationally and demonstrating its potential as a scalable solution for companies and major events seeking to tackle aviation-related emissions across global value chains.

The initiative also reflects Envision’s broader approach to corporate decarbonisation. Across wind and solar power, energy storage, green molecules, net-zero industrial parks, and green computing, Envision is developing integrated solutions to help companies tackle emissions across their operations and value chains.

“Envision will continue to explore the application of green fuels across aviation and international events, foster collaboration throughout the green fuel value chain, and support aviation’s low-carbon transition through transparent, traceable environmental attribute management,” said Bella Zhang, Head of Global SAF at Envision.

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More Than Business: ChinaMarket’s “Little Bees” Go the Extra Mile for International Buyers

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LINYI, China, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — When a Malaysian buyer experienced a sudden toothache during the Linyi Mall International Buyers Conference in China, he found help in an unexpected place.

A member of ChinaMarket‘s “Little Bees” service team, Chen Fuqing, promptly accompanied him to a local hospital and assisted him throughout the visit.

It was a small act of kindness, but it reflected something important about doing business in Linyi: international buyers have people they can turn to when they need help.

During the international buyers conference, ChinaMarket established its “Little Bees” service team to assist overseas visitors throughout their stay in Linyi.

From welcoming international buyers and arranging market visits to connecting them with suppliers, helping bridge language barriers, and responding to unexpected situations, the team works to make the sourcing experience easier and more comfortable.

Linyi is home to one of China’s major wholesale market clusters, attracting buyers from around the world with its diverse products, manufacturing resources, and extensive supply chains.

As the official digital platform of Linyi Wholesale Market, ChinaMarket connects global buyers with Chinese suppliers and provides integrated sourcing and trade services.

For international buyers, successful sourcing involves more than finding the right products. Clear communication, reliable coordination, and access to support are equally important.

The “Little Bees” team brings this commitment to life through personal, on-the-ground assistance.

A recent song released by ChinaMarket captures the spirit of the city:

“Come to Linyi, a city that welcomes you with open arms.”

In Linyi, global buyers can discover business opportunities, build partnerships, and experience the warmth of genuine hospitality.

Come to Linyi. Source with ChinaMarket.

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UnionPay and Cuscal Paymark Discuss Payment Acceptance and Digital Innovation

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AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mr. Dong Junfeng, Chairman of China UnionPay and UnionPay International, met with Cuscal Paymark, in Auckland on 19 October 2026 to discuss expanding UnionPay acceptance in New Zealand and opportunities for cooperation in digital payments. Mr. Mike Blomfield, Chief Executive Officer and Julia Nicol, Chief of Staff expressed support UnionPay’s plans and the advancement of key projects.

Cuscal Paymark is New Zealand’s largest payment switching and network services provider. The two parties have maintained a partnership since 2012.  To date, several major banks on its network support UnionPay payments at physical merchants. The company has also incorporated a number of UnionPay product standards into mandatory terminal upgrade requirements, providing a foundation for broader acceptance. Looking ahead, UnionPay will leverage Cuscal Paymark’s local network and transaction processing capabilities to upgrade online and in-store payment platforms and further improve UnionPay acceptance services.

Discussions also covered upgrades to support chip transactions on dual-branded cards, online payment gateway integration, and the joint promotion of SoftPOS solutions to acquirers. The companies agreed to strengthen technical coordination to maintain reliable payment processing during and after system upgrades.

Other topics included agentic payments, digital identity, biometric applications, and payment network connectivity.

Ms. Nicol reaffirmed Cuscal Paymark’s support for UnionPay’s ongoing development in New Zealand and the advancement of key projects. Both parties agreed to explore further cooperation in wallet connectivity and digital payments.

UnionPay entered the New Zealand market in 2008. Its acceptance coverage now exceeds 90%, and UnionPay cards are now widely issued by local financial institutions. UnionPay will continue working with partners to improve payment services, strengthen financial integration between China and other APEC economies, and advance cross-border payment cooperation between China and New Zealand and across the broader Asia-Pacific region.

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