There is good news for senior citizens in Meerut and across Uttar Pradesh who are applying for pension benefits. The government has now allowed several alternative documents for age verification, reducing dependence on Aadhaar cards. This change is expected to make the pension application process easier, especially for elderly people who face difficulties due to … Read more
If you run a business, work as a freelancer, earn from stock market trading, or receive significant income from investments, this is an important deadline you should not ignore. The government has set June 15 as the due date for the first installment of advance tax for the financial year 2026-27. Missing this deadline could … Read more
Electricity consumers in Uttar Pradesh are likely to face higher power bills from June 2026. The Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) has decided to add a new “fuel surcharge” to electricity bills, which could increase monthly bills by around 10%. According to the power department, this surcharge is being introduced to recover the higher … Read more
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced major changes to the nomination process for demat accounts and mutual fund portfolios. The new rules aim to make investing simpler, reduce unclaimed assets, and ensure a smoother transfer of investments to nominees in the future. These changes will come into effect from September 1, … Read more
People using CNG in Mumbai and nearby areas will now have to pay more. Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) has increased CNG prices, taking the rate to ₹86 per kilogram in Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Andheri, Kurla, and surrounding regions. Along with CNG, the price of piped natural gas (PNG) used for cooking has also been … Read more
The Income Tax Department has activated online filing and Excel utilities for ITR-1, ITR-2, and ITR-4 on its e-filing portal for Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27. While many taxpayers prefer filing returns online, tax experts say using the offline Excel utility first can help reduce errors and lower the chances of receiving notices later. The tool … Read more
State-owned insurance company LIC is going to trade ex-bonus today. This is the first time the company is offering bonus shares. LIC had already announced May 29 as the record date for the bonus issue. Let’s understand all the important details. LIC Bonus Share Details LIC has informed investors that it will give 1 bonus … Read more
The month of May is ending, and several important financial changes may come into effect from June 1, 2026. These changes could directly affect your daily expenses, banking habits, travel plans, and investments. From LPG cylinder prices and ATM charges to UPI payments and PAN card rules, many new updates are expected in the coming … Read more
The Bihar government has taken a major decision to help poor and elderly ration card holders . With this new move, lakhs of senior citizens in the state will no longer need to stand in long lines at ration shops to collect their monthly food grains. The Food and Consumer Protection Department is preparing a … Read more
The Railway Board has introduced new rules for traders and businessmen who transport goods through parcel vans. Under the new system, traders will now have to pay a much higher security deposit while booking parcel vans. The rules will affect businesses that regularly send fruits, clothes, shoes, groceries, and other products through the railway network, … Read more
There is good news for people dreaming of buying a home in Delhi. The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has launched new flats in Pocket 13, Sector A1-A4, Narela under the DDA Karmayogi Awaas Yojana. Due to huge public demand, DDA has added more flats to the scheme and is offering a 25% discount. The scheme … Read more