In a landmark move following a Supreme Court ruling, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a new directive making it mandatory for all market intermediaries to ensure their digital platforms are fully accessible to people with disabilities (PwDs). The circular, issued on July 31, 2025, aims to protect investor rights and … Read more
In a major relief for thousands of taxpayers, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the deadline for processing electronically filed income tax returns (ITRs) that were incorrectly marked as invalid. This crucial move aims to fix long-standing issues caused by technical errors at the Centralised Processing Centre (CPC), Bengaluru, which led to … Read more
The Income Tax Department is stepping up its game, using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to keep a closer eye on taxpayers. They’re building detailed profiles by tracking your online activity, like how often you check your Annual Information Statement (AIS), and flagging high-value transactions that don’t match your tax returns. AI Uncovers Discrepancies and Targets Misleading … Read more
UIDAI is launching a new initiative to update children’s biometrics for Aadhaar directly through schools. This program aims to reach over 7 crore children who haven’t yet completed their mandatory biometric updates (MBU), which are crucial for maintaining accurate Aadhaar data and accessing government services. Why is This Important? Currently, Aadhaar for newborns and children … Read more
Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) subscribers! You can now access a range of EPFO services directly through DigiLocker, making it easier than ever to manage your provident fund. What’s New with EPFO on DigiLocker? UAN Activation Just Got Easier Understand the ELI Scheme The Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme is a major initiative by PM Modi … Read more
Is More Money Leading to Less Discipline CoinSwitch Co-founder Ashish Singhal is sparking a vital conversation about India’s new tax regime. While the shift promises simplicity and higher liquidity for salaried individuals and startup employees, Singhal questions whether this newfound financial freedom is truly fostering better habits or just delaying the inevitable tax scramble each … Read more
The Income Tax Department has rolled out some big changes, making Aadhaar-based OTP verification a must for several crucial actions on their e-filing portal and for new PAN applications. Mandatory Aadhaar OTP for Updating Contact Details Now, if you want to update your email ID or mobile number on the income tax e-filing portal, you’ll … Read more
Tax Refunds Just Got Faster: NPCI Revolutionizes PAN and Bank Account Verification Great news for taxpayers! The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is making tax refunds quicker and smoother with a new real-time validation system for PAN and bank account details. Announced on June 17, 2025, this initiative is all about speeding up the … Read more
E-Way Bill 2.0 Portal Launching July 1, 2025: Enhanced Inter-Operability and Business Continuity New Delhi, India – Get ready for a significant upgrade in how e-way bills are managed! The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has announced the launch of the E-Way Bill 2.0 portal (https://ewaybill2.gst.gov.in) by NIC, effective July 1, 2025. This new … Read more
Prime Minister hails India’s Youth-Led Tech Innovation as Nation Strengthens Self-Reliance Prime Minister highlights the transformation brought about in lives of people through 11 years of Digital India Posted On: 12 JUN 2025 10:00AM by PIB Delhi The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today lauded India’s young innovators for their pivotal role in advancing technology … Read more