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Big alert for all ration card holders across India! From January 2026, Aadhaar linking and e-KYC for every family member on the ration card is fully mandatory. If not completed, your ration card may become inactive, and you could lose access to free food grains under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). This strict enforcement … Read more
Big alert for all two-wheeler riders and drivers! From January 2026, traffic police across India are enforcing stricter rules on helmet wearing and over speeding. Key change: Even if you wear a helmet, if the strap is not properly fastened, you can be fined up to ₹2,000 – same as not wearing one. Over speeding … Read more
Good news for investors, seniors and families relying on safe returns! The government has kept interest rates on all Post Office small savings schemes unchanged for the January-March 2026 quarter. This means Post Office Monthly Income Scheme (MIS) continues at 7.4% for steady monthly payouts, while Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) stays at attractive 8.2% … Read more
In a major New Year financial boost, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced a special one-time bonus of ₹1,200 for all active subscribers with a valid UAN and contribution history in 2025. The amount will be credited directly to EPF accounts between January 10–15, 2026, benefiting over 7.2 crore formal-sector workers across India. … Read more
A major financial shock may hit Indian households this week: petrol and diesel prices are set to rise by ₹2.50–₹3.80 per litre from January 6, 2026, following a sharp 12% surge in global crude oil prices. With Brent crude crossing $89 per barrel—its highest level since October 2025—state-owned oil companies are under pressure to revise … Read more
Millions of Indians woke up on January 1, 2026, to a harsh financial reality: their Permanent Account Number (PAN) has been rendered inoperative because it was not linked to Aadhaar by the December 31, 2025 deadline. The Income Tax Department has confirmed that over 4.8 crore PANs are now inactive, blocking everything from opening bank … Read more
Starting January 1, 2026, millions of senior citizens across India will face a significant change in how Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) is applied on their fixed deposit (FD) interest income. Under revised Income Tax Department guidelines, banks will now deduct TDS at 10% on FD interest earnings even if the total annual interest is … Read more
The Wolf Moon is the first full moon of 2026 and also qualifies as a supermoon—one of the brightest and largest full moons of the year. It peaks on the night of January 2–3, 2026, and will be clearly visible across India, making it a major astronomical highlight for skywatchers, photographers, and families alike. Here’s … Read more
Big boost for Northeast travellers! Indian Railways is launching the country’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train in January 2026, with the inaugural service on the Guwahati-Howrah (Kolkata) route. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off this modern overnight train soon. This marks a major upgrade in long-distance rail travel, offering faster, safer and more comfortable … Read more
Big shock for smokers and chewing tobacco users! From February 1, 2026, cigarettes, gutkha, pan masala and other tobacco products will become more expensive. The government has replaced the old GST compensation cess with additional excise duty on tobacco products and a new Health and National Security Cess on pan masala. These new taxes will … Read more