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New month, new rules, from LPG price cuts to UPI restrictions, railway booking reforms, and pension flexibility, October 1 brings major changes that touch daily lives.
October 1 will mark the beginning of a series of important regulatory changes across India, directly impacting household budgets and personal finances. Four major rules, covering LPG prices, railway ticket bookings, UPI transactions, and pension investments, are set to be implemented from tomorrow.
LPG price update
With the festive season beginning, all eyes are on LPG cylinder prices. While the government had recently slashed prices of 19 kg commercial cylinders, consumers now expect a reduction in the cost of 14 kg domestic cylinders. A price cut could ease the burden on households at a crucial festive time.
Railway ticket booking rules revised
To curb fraud in Tatkal bookings, the Indian Railways has introduced a new system. Starting October 1, only passengers who have linked their Aadhaar card with IRCTC will be allowed to book Tatkal tickets within 15 minutes of counters opening. The rule aims to bring more transparency and fairness to ticket availability.
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UPI transaction changes
In one of the most significant digital payment reforms, NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India) has rolled out new guidelines for UPI apps like PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm. From October 1, the direct peer-to-peer (P2P) money transfer feature will be removed. This change is designed to enhance user safety and prevent rising cases of online fraud. Users will now have to explore alternative modes within the app ecosystem for money transfers.
Pension system overhaul
The National Pension System (NPS) will also see sweeping changes. Non-government subscribers can now invest up to 100% of their pension corpus into equity-linked schemes, a major jump from the earlier 75% cap. Additionally, private-sector employees will now need to pay charges while opening a PRAN (Permanent Retirement Account Number). This change offers greater investment flexibility but also introduces new costs.
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