New PAN deadline: Replace Aadhaar enrolment ID with actual number by Dec 31; here’s why

New PAN deadline: Replace Aadhaar enrolment ID with actual number by Dec 31; here’s why

If you used your Aadhaar Enrolment ID to apply for a PAN before October 1, 2024, it’s now mandatory to update that with your actual Aadhaar number. According to a Gazette notification issued on April 3, 2025, the government has directed all such PAN holders to replace the Aadhaar Enrolment ID with their original Aadhaar … Read more

MGNREGA wage revised from ₹349 to ₹370 a day from April 1

MGNREGA wage revised from ₹349 to ₹370 a day from April 1

People digging a pond near Honna Kiranagi village in Kalaburagi district in Karnataka under MGNREGA. | Photo Credit: ARUN KULKARNI The daily wage for workers under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) has been revised from ₹349 to ₹370 per person with effect from April 1. Announcing this update on March 31, … Read more

Frequent flyers’ guide 2025: India’s top credit cards for airport lounge access

Frequent flyers’ guide 2025: India’s top credit cards for airport lounge access

In 2025, airport lounge access has become a crucial perk for frequent travelers in India. Whether you’re a business traveller seeking comfort or a leisure flyer looking for a hassle-free experience, credit cards with complimentary lounge access can enhance your journey. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the best credit cards offering airport lounge benefits in … Read more

Threat to national security, sovereignty grounds to deny foreigners entry and stay, Immigration Bill says

Threat to national security, sovereignty grounds to deny foreigners entry and stay, Immigration Bill says

The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 that is expected to be introduced in the current session of the Parliament, is likely to introduce for the first time, threats to national security and sovereignty as ground to refuse entry or stay to a foreign national in the country. It may also have provisions to bar the … Read more