In a major pre-election announcement, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has raised the monthly pension under the Social Security Pension Scheme to ₹1100 for the elderly, differently-abled individuals, and widowed women. Previously set at ₹400, this increase marks a significant move to improve the welfare of vulnerable citizens across the state. Enhanced Pension to Roll … Read more
In a significant move toward further digitalisation and fraud prevention, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is preparing to launch a new mobile app that will allow Aadhaar cardholders to update their details from home. The initiative aims to simplify the process for millions of citizens, eliminating the need to visit Aadhaar centers in … Read more
In a major development for India’s digital payments landscape, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is preparing to launch an upgraded version of its National Automated Clearing House — NACH 3.0. According to reports, this update will go live starting July 2025, with significant enhancements designed to make auto-payments, salaries, EMIs, and subscriptions process … Read more
Here’s some good news for taxpayers. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has introduced a new facility to enable seamless verification of PAN and bank account details on the Income Tax e-filing portal. This initiative will help taxpayers link their PAN and bank accounts more quickly and securely, improving the overall experience of filing … Read more
Good news for investors seeking safe and reliable options — if you want to become a millionaire without taking on market risks, Public Provident Fund (PPF) can be a smart and steady path. In today’s environment of falling interest rates on FDs and savings accounts, PPF continues to offer tax-free returns and guaranteed income. With … Read more
