If you are 60 years or older and want to invest your savings safely while earning attractive returns, a Fixed Deposit (FD) can be a smart choice. At present, several small finance banks are offering up to 8.3% annual interest on 3-year FDs for senior citizens. These rates are applicable on deposits of up to … Read more
Several important rules have changed from August 1, 2026, and they could affect your daily expenses and finances. These include changes to LPG cylinder prices, Tatkal ticket booking, KYC, credit card rules, and the Ujjwala scheme. Here’s everything you need to know. LPG Cylinder Prices Reduced Oil marketing companies have reduced the prices of commercial … Read more
If you couldn’t file your Income Tax Return (ITR) for the Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26 before the deadline, don’t panic. Although the regular and belated filing deadlines have expired, you still have one option left—filing an Updated Income Tax Return (ITR-U). However, this facility comes with additional tax, interest, and in some cases, a late … Read more
Meta has updated its content moderation system after a controversy involving the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook video. The company admitted the incident was a mistake and has introduced new checks for VIP accounts to help prevent similar errors in the future. The move comes after the Indian government raised concerns and … Read more
If you are planning to invest in Fixed Deposits (FDs), looking beyond traditional public sector banks could help you earn better returns. Currently, many Small Finance Banks (SFBs) are offering much higher FD interest rates compared to large government-owned banks. Small finance banks are offering interest rates of up to 8.1% for general customers and … Read more
A major update has come for millions of central government employees and pensioners regarding the 8th Pay Commission. The Commission has announced a stakeholder meeting in Chandigarh in September 2026, where employees, pensioners, unions, and employee organizations can directly share their demands and suggestions. The meeting will include stakeholders from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and … Read more
The National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) has launched NCDEX Nidhi, a new mutual fund transaction platform designed to make investing easier for people living in rural and semi-urban India. The platform aims to reduce the investment gap by helping more people access mutual funds through a simple and digital system. It uses an API-first … Read more
The Yogi Adityanath government has announced a major relief for people living in rural Uttar Pradesh. Villagers will no longer have to travel to nearby towns or cities for Aadhaar-related work. The Panchayati Raj Department has started providing Aadhaar enrollment and update services directly at gram panchayats. People can now apply for a new Aadhaar … Read more
India Post has announced important changes that will take effect from August 1. For the first time, the Department of Posts has officially defined what qualifies as a “document” and what will be treated as a “parcel.” The move is expected to make postal services more organized and transparent. Along with this, India Post has … Read more
Indian Oil has launched Indane XTRALITE NOW, a new LPG connection designed to make cooking gas more convenient for customers. The new service comes with a lightweight composite cylinder, faster delivery, and a simpler connection process. The company has also introduced express home delivery for its 5 kg Chhotu LPG cylinder, making it easier for … Read more
Managing financial services is set to become simpler for customers with the launch of CKYC 2.0 (Central Know Your Customer 2.0) from August 2026. The upgraded system will allow people to complete their KYC verification only once and use the same verified details for multiple financial services. Currently, customers often have to submit the same … Read more