From credit cards to cooking gas, Tatkal tickets and ITR, these 5 big changes in August will impact your pocket

Rule Change: Starting August 1, 2026, several major changes will impact your pocket and daily expenses. Changes to rules related to ITR filing, credit card rewards, bank charges, railway Tatkal ticket...

Gold Price Today: Check Latest 22K & 24K Gold Rates Before Buying Jewellery

Gold prices remained largely stable in India today, August 1, 2026, with slight variations across cities due to local taxes and making charges. Whether you're planning to buy jewellery or invest...

Petrol & Diesel Prices Today: Check Latest Fuel Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Other Cities

There has been no change in petrol and diesel prices across most parts of India today (August 1, 2026) despite fluctuations in global crude oil prices. State-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs)...

Aadhaar Update Alert: These 8 Mistakes Can Cause Problems in Banking, PAN, Passport and Government Schemes

Your Aadhaar card has become one of the most important identity documents in India. It is linked to bank accounts, PAN, passports, mobile numbers, LPG connections, EPFO, and numerous government scheme...

Samudra Manthan Scheme: Cabinet Approves ₹84,084 Crore Plan to Boost India's Oil and Gas Production

In a major step towards strengthening India's energy security, the Union Cabinet has approved the Samudra Manthan Scheme, a massive ₹84,084 crore initiative aimed at increasing offshore oil and n...

PM-Surya Sarovar Yojana Approved: Government Launches ₹5,070 Crore Scheme to Boost Floating Solar Power

The Union Cabinet has approved the PM-Surya Sarovar Yojana, a new initiative aimed at expanding India's floating solar power capacity. With a total outlay of ₹5,070 crore, the scheme is expected...

PM-KISAN Scheme Extended for 5 More Years: Farmers to Continue Receiving ₹6,000 Annual Assistance

The Central Government has approved a five-year extension of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, ensuring that eligible farmer families continue to receive financial assistan...

8th Pay Commission Announces Stakeholder Meeting Schedule: Delhi and Chandigarh Sessions Planned

The 8th Pay Commission has announced its schedule for meetings with employee associations, trade unions, and pensioners in Delhi and Chandigarh. These consultations are part of the Commission's e...

E20 Petrol Won't Damage Your Engine, Says Government; Mileage May Drop Slightly in Older Vehicles

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has dismissed concerns that E20 petrol is causing widespread engine damage in vehicles. According to the ministry, there is no verified evidence to sugge...

LPG Price Cut from August 1: Commercial Gas Cylinders Become Cheaper, Check New Rates

There is welcome relief for commercial LPG users as the prices of 19-kg commercial gas cylinders have been reduced with effect from August 1, 2026. The latest revision lowers cylinder prices in s...