Getting access to pension services could become easier, especially for people living in remote and underserved areas. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has released an Exposure Draft proposing several changes to the rules for Points of Presence (PoPs) under the PFRDA (Point of Presence) Regulations, 2018. The proposed changes aim to make … Read more
Millions of small and large businesses across India could face trouble with digital payments if they fail to complete their re-KYC on time. The September 15, 2026 deadline set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for payment aggregators is getting closer. Merchants who do not complete the required verification could see their online payment … Read more
Rentomojo is preparing to launch its initial public offering (IPO) for investors. The IPO will open for subscription on September 9, 2026, and close on September 11, 2026. The total size of the IPO is ₹1,255.57 crore. It includes a fresh issue of 3.715 million shares, while existing shareholders will sell 27.4 million shares through … Read more
For senior citizens, fixed deposits (FDs) can be a popular option for earning regular and relatively stable returns. The good news is that many banks offer higher FD interest rates to senior citizens than they offer to regular customers. In some cases, the extra benefit can be as much as 0.50 percentage points. Some small … Read more
Several important immigration and visa changes are coming into effect in September. Indians planning to study, work, or settle abroad should carefully check the latest rules before submitting an application. Changes are expected in countries including the US, Canada, Belgium, and Cyprus. These include new visa fees, financial requirements for students, updated immigration forms, and … Read more
There is important news for around 5.5 million central government employees and 6.9 million pensioners. Work related to the 8th Central Pay Commission is moving faster after its Terms of Reference (ToR) were approved nearly 10 months ago. September has brought several key updates, including a possible DA hike, the Commission’s state visits, pension-related discussions, … Read more
Your Aadhaar card is one of the most important identity documents in India. It is used for everything from booking train tickets and getting a SIM card to accessing government and private services. But there is one thing many people are unhappy with: their Aadhaar photograph. Sometimes, the photo taken at the Aadhaar centre does … Read more
The August 31 deadline to file Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for AY 2026-27 is here for taxpayers with business or professional income whose accounts do not require a tax audit. According to the Income Tax Department, around 7 crore ITRs have already been filed. Those who are yet to submit their returns have one final … Read more
A small mistake at a railway station or inside a train could now cost passengers much more. Indian Railways has doubled the penalty for several activities that affect cleanliness. Under the updated rules, people violating the specified cleanliness requirements can now be fined up to ₹1,000, compared with the earlier ₹500. The amended rules came … Read more
Ahead of Raksha Bandhan, farmers in Greater Noida have received a major boost. The Greater Noida Authority Board has approved the biggest-ever increase in land compensation for farmers who give up their land for development projects. The compensation rate has been increased from ₹4,125 to ₹6,415 per square metre. This means farmers will now get … Read more
Penny stock Jonjua Overseas Ltd. has announced another bonus share issue for its shareholders. The stock, currently trading below ₹10, will offer 7 bonus shares for every 24 shares held. The company has also announced the record date, giving investors only a short time to check their eligibility. This is the fifth time the company … Read more