Introduction Senior citizens looking for safe and rewarding investment options have reason to celebrate with reports circulating about SBI launching a new FD scheme tailored for them. According to viral claims, investing ₹200,000 in this SBI senior citizen FD scheme could yield a fixed interest of ₹83,652 over a 5-year tenure, translating to an attractive … Read more
Introduction Landlords across India are taking note of the latest updates in rental regulations as 2025 brings significant changes to how properties are rented out. If you want to rent out your house or shop under the new rent rules, mandatory digital registration of the rent agreement is now a key requirement in many states, … Read more
Introduction As a salaried employee in India, you might think your taxes are safely handled through TDS deductions by your employer—but income tax notices for employed people are more common than ever in 2025. With advanced data matching from Form 16, Form 26AS, Annual Information Statement (AIS), and high-value transactions, the Income Tax Department frequently … Read more
Introduction As the year draws to a close, millions of bank account holders in India are buzzing about the Reserve Bank of India’s latest announcement regarding minimum balance requirements. Rumors and reports suggest that RBI will introduce new minimum balance rules for bank accounts effective December 31, aiming to standardize practices across savings and current … Read more
Introduction Central government employees and pensioners eagerly anticipate the 8th Pay Commission 2026, set to revise salaries, allowances, and pensions from January 1, 2026. With the commission formed in late 2025, experts project a fitment factor between 1.83 and 2.86, potentially boosting minimum basic pay from ₹18,000 to ₹33,000–₹51,000 or more. This 8th Pay Commission … Read more
Introduction Millions of retirees under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS-95) are hopeful as discussions intensify around a potential EPFO pension hike 2026, aiming to raise the minimum monthly pension from the current ₹1,000. This long-pending revision could provide much-needed relief to seniors, widows, and disabled citizens who rely on these payments amid rising living costs. … Read more
Introduction As northern India braces for intense winter conditions, many states have extended school holidays to safeguard students from severe cold waves, dense fog, and low visibility. While there’s no uniform nationwide closure from December 31, 2025, to January 14, 2026, several regions—especially in Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, and Haryana—feature overlapping breaks that effectively keep schools … Read more
Introduction Senior citizens looking for a reliable way to generate substantial monthly income can turn to the Post Office Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) 2025, a government-backed plan offering one of the highest interest rates among small savings options. With the current SCSS interest rate at 8.2% p.a. paid quarterly, a maximum lump-sum investment of … Read more
Introduction A widespread rumor claims that after 10 years of renting, tenants automatically become owners of the property, often linked to Supreme Court rulings or adverse possession laws. This misconception alarms landlords and confuses tenants across India. In reality, recent Supreme Court judgments in 2025 clarify that tenants cannot claim ownership through adverse possession, no … Read more
Introduction Students in several northern Indian states are enjoying an extended break as school holidays have been declared due to severe cold waves, dense fog, and peak winter conditions. While no nationwide order closes all schools till January 14, 2026, many regions—particularly Delhi, Haryana, and parts of Uttar Pradesh—face closures extending into mid-January for student … Read more