India has taken a big step toward modernizing international travel by launching the new e-Passport. Designed to improve security and speed up immigration checks, this digital upgrade promises a smoother experience for Indian travelers. More importantly, it marks a major technological shift in how India will handle future travel documentation. What Is an e-Passport? An … Read more
Losing a PAN card or dealing with a damaged one can be stressful. The process of getting a new card has always felt long and complicated. But now, the Income Tax Department has made the entire experience much easier. You can now order a brand-new PVC PAN card online, right from home, in just a … Read more
The government is preparing to introduce a major change related to Aadhaar cards. Soon, hotels, event organizers, and similar venues will no longer be allowed to accept or keep physical photocopies of Aadhaar cards. According to a senior official, storing paper copies puts personal data at risk and also violates the Aadhaar Act. UIDAI has … Read more
Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s largest public sector banks, has not yet updated its Fixed Deposit (FD) rates after the recent repo rate cut by the RBI. The repo rate was reduced by 0.25% to 5.25% recently, which usually influences bank interest rates. However, PNB may revise its FD rates soon. If you … Read more
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has expanded the number of investment options available under the National Pension System (NPS) and the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). Two new auto-choice options have been introduced, increasing the total investment choices for Central Government (CG) subscribers from four to six. The newly added options are: Auto … Read more
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is introducing a new feature in the Aadhaar app that will allow users to update their address from home. This has been a long-requested feature and will remove the need to visit an enrollment center for address changes. UIDAI announced on X (formerly Twitter) that the update process … Read more
The government is planning to update the base year used for calculating national accounts. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman informed Parliament on Wednesday that the new base year will be 2022-23, effective from February 27th. This update aims to make economic data more accurate. Currently, the base year is 2011-12, which is over a decade old. … Read more
The Indian government has introduced eight new benefits for senior citizens, effective December 1, 2025. These measures aim to make life easier, safer, and more comfortable for the elderly. The benefits cover healthcare, travel, financial security, legal aid, and social welfare. Let’s look at the key benefits. Better Healthcare for Seniors Seniors above 60 can … Read more
Aadhaar cards are used everywhere today and are often considered essential for many services. However, if you live in Uttar Pradesh, this update is very important. The Uttar Pradesh government has announced that Aadhaar cards will no longer be accepted as birth certificates or as proof of date of birth. This decision came after the … Read more
Digital payments have grown rapidly in India, and credit cards have become a routine part of daily spending. But many people unknowingly cross their credit limits, leading to heavy overlimit charges. After receiving a rising number of complaints, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced an important change that brings major relief to card … Read more
The government has set December 31, 2025 as the final deadline to link your Aadhaar and PAN. Missing this deadline can cause serious disruptions. From January 1, 2026, your PAN will become inactive if it’s not linked, which means you won’t be able to file your Income Tax Return, claim refunds, or even receive certain … Read more