Starting today, important changes will impact daily life. Prices for essential items may change this month. New rules for Aadhaar cards, credit cards, LPG cylinders, and fixed deposits (FDs) are also in effect.
The Aadhaar card update deadline is extended to September 14. You can update your Aadhaar for free until then. After September 14, a fee will apply for updates.
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has new rules starting today. These rules aim to protect customers from fake calls and messages. TRAI will take strict action to stop these scams.
Credit card rules are changing as well. HDFC Bank will no longer give reward points for utility payments and will not offer reward points for educational payments made on third-party apps. IDFC Bank is changing its minimum payment amount, which will now be due 15 days before the scheduled time instead of 18 days.
Central government employees might see an increase in their dearness allowance (DA). The government may raise the DA by up to 3%, bringing it from 50% to 53%, which could provide financial relief.