The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has announced plans to implement a new IT system aimed at thwarting intermediaries from controlling and profiteering from visa appointment slots. The objective is to promote fairness in the appointment allocation process, ensuring that only legitimate applicants have access to appointments while eliminating the influence of middlemen. The … Read more
PAN 2.0 card: The Centre is introducing PAN 2.0 with the aim of establishing it as a universal identifier for multiple business and tax requirements, similar to the Aadhaar card which serves as the primary proof of identity. The PAN 2.0 number will serve as a universal identifier linked to various key registrations such as PAN, … Read more
Aadhaar free update: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has yet again extended the date for free updates of Aadhaar details. On Saturday, the UIDAI said the the last day to update Aadhaar details for free of cost has been extended to June 14, 2025. Earlier, the last date was December 14, 2024. Starting … Read more
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recently announced exceptions for certain classes of employees regarding seeding Aadhaar in order to settle their physical claims. Typically, EPFO subscribers are required to link their UAN (Universal Account Number) with Aadhaar for claim settlements; however, specific exemptions have been outlined in a circular dated November 29, 2024. The … Read more
PAN 2.0: The Income Tax Department has launched PAN 2.0 to improve the efficiency of assigning and maintaining Permanent Account Numbers (PAN). This initiative is designed to enhance convenience and security by providing e-PAN cards with a QR code to applicants’ registered email IDs at no charge. A nominal fee is required for a physical … Read more
The government’s latest project, PAN 2.0, is designed to overhaul the existing PAN/TAN system, enhancing efficiency and convenience for taxpayers. This initiative aims to modernise the procedures linked to Permanent Account Number (PAN) and Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN) services. The primary goal is to expedite, streamline, and fortify the process of taxpayer … Read more
UP Chief Election Officer Navdeep Rinwa addressed allegations concerning burqa checks at polling stations. He clarified that identity verification is a routine procedure and that complaints should be directed to police officers. Rinwa announced the suspension of five officials following a complaint by Akhilesh Yadav about women being asked to remove burqas for identity verification. … Read more