7 Key Rule Changes from July 1 That Will Impact Your Daily Life
From July 1, key rule changes impact daily life: train fare hikes, Aadhaar-linked services, UPI updates, MG car price rise, LPG cut, and Delhi fuel ban.
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As the new financial quarter begins, several important rule changes have come into effect across India, significantly impacting daily life. These changes affect travel costs, fuel access, digital transactions, identity documentation, and vehicle ownership. Here's a breakdown of the seven major updates now in force:
1. Train Travel Gets Costlier
The Railway Ministry has revised fares for mail and express trains.
- Non-AC coaches: ₹0.01/km hike
- AC coaches: ₹0.02/km hike
For instance, a 500 km journey will now cost ₹5 more in non-AC and ₹10 more in AC classes.
2. Aadhaar Now Mandatory for Tatkal Tickets
Tatkal train ticket bookings on IRCTC will now require Aadhaar verification.
- Only Aadhaar-linked accounts can book tickets in the first 10 minutes.
- Agents and bots are restricted during this time, aiming to improve ticket availability for genuine users.
3. Aadhaar Required for New PAN Cards
Starting today, Aadhaar is compulsory to apply for a new PAN card.
- The online e-PAN process remains simple and fast, with a fee of ₹107.
- This move is aimed at curbing tax evasion and strengthening identity checks.
4. Real Name Displayed in UPI Transactions
To reduce fraud, UPI apps will now display the receiver’s real name during transactions.
- This will help users verify recipients and prevent transfers to wrong accounts.
- The change applies across all major UPI platforms.
5. Price Hike on MG Cars
JSW-MG Motor India has increased prices by up to 1.5% across all models.
- The hike follows a similar increase earlier this year.
- Rising input and production costs are cited as the reason, impacting car buyers.
6. Commercial Gas Cylinder Becomes Cheaper
The price of the 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has been cut by ₹58.50.
- New Delhi: ₹1665
- Mumbai: ₹1616.50
This will bring relief to restaurants, eateries, and other commercial users.
7. Fuel Ban for Old Vehicles in Delhi
Starting today, End-of-Life (EOL) vehicles in Delhi will not be allowed to refuel.
- Vehicles beyond their legal age limit will also face confiscation.
- ANPR cameras at 520 petrol pumps will identify and block non-compliant vehicles through a central database.
Conclusion:
These rule changes are designed to promote transparency, boost environmental compliance, and improve service access. While some will lead to increased costs, others aim to simplify and secure transactions and identity verification. Citizens are urged to update their documents and adapt to the new guidelines to avoid disruption.