The government has rolled out the Income Tax New Rules effective from April 1, 2025, bringing several changes aimed at simplifying the tax structure and offering relief to a broad section of taxpayers. These changes were part of the Union Budget 2025 and are now officially in force for the financial year 2025-26. From revised … Read more
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is rolling out significant changes to its pension system starting in 2025. These updates aim to improve convenience, increase benefits, and modernize the pension delivery process. The latest EPFO Pension new rules will impact millions of pensioners across India. Pension Anywhere, Anytime from January 2025 One of the biggest … Read more
The RBI has officially announced the introduction of new ₹100 and ₹200 banknotes as part of its routine currency update. These new notes bear the signature of the newly appointed RBI Governor, Shri Sanjay Malhotra, who took charge as the 26th Governor in December 2024. While the design, size, and security features remain unchanged, the … Read more
The Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana is one of the most affordable and impactful insurance schemes launched by the Modi government. With an annual premium of just ₹20, it provides accident insurance coverage to millions of Indians. Introduced as part of the Jan Suraksha initiative, this scheme has become a strong pillar in India’s financial … Read more
From April 1, 2025, the Central Government will roll out the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), bringing in a new structure for pension and gratuity benefits for employees under the National Pension System (NPS). One of the key components of this scheme is the UPS Gratuity Rules, which outline how gratuity will be calculated, paid, and … Read more
In India, many people still prefer to keep cash at home for emergencies or daily needs. But how much cash is too much? While there’s no fixed cash limit for home storage, there are strict rules you must follow to avoid legal trouble. No Legal Cap on Cash at Home You are allowed to keep … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed the SASSA payment dates for April 2025. Beneficiaries can now plan ahead as payments will follow a staggered schedule, helping to reduce congestion at collection points. April 2025 SASSA Payment Dates SASSA grants will be paid on the following dates: Grant Type Payment Date Older … Read more
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced major reforms to make EPFO claim settlement faster and easier for its members. These changes include simplified documentation, faster approvals, and the removal of unnecessary delays. Millions of employees will now benefit from a smoother process when withdrawing their provident fund (PF) money. No More Cancelled Cheques … Read more
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has increased toll charges across national highways and expressways starting April 1, 2025. The hike, ranging between 4-5%, is part of the annual adjustment based on inflation. This change impacts 855 toll plazas, including major routes like the Delhi-Meerut Expressway and Delhi-Jaipur Highway. Commuters traveling on these roads … Read more
The Union Cabinet has approved a 2% DA hike for central government employees and pensioners. The increase takes effect from January 1, 2025, raising Dearness Allowance (DA) from 53% to 55%. Employees will receive their arrears for January to March 2025 in April, alongside their salaries. This decision benefits around 48.6 lakh employees and 66.5 … Read more