<p>New Rules From January 1, 2026: Several rules, including the 8th Pay Commission, ITR, LPG, car prices, and digital payments, are changing from January 1, 2026. Let’s find out how these will affect your pocket.</p><img><p>2026 brings many changes impacting finances, from banking and taxes to LPG prices and the 8th Pay Commission. Key updates include post office rates, ITR fees, and digital payments.</p><img><p>The government reviews rates for schemes like PPF and SSY quarterly. After a recent RBI repo rate cut, experts expect a reduction in post office scheme interest rates from January 1.</p><img><p>Dec 31 is the deadline for revised/belated ITR for FY 2024-25. Missing it could halt your refund. Filing later requires an updated return with a heavy penalty and no loss claims.</p><img><p>The Dec 31 deadline to link PAN and Aadhaar applies to those who used an enrollment ID for their PAN. Failure to link will make your PAN inoperative, blocking ITR filing and more.</p><img><p>From Jan 1, 2026, digital transaction rules will tighten to fight fraud. UPI apps like Google Pay must use stricter KYC, adding security layers to verification to stop fake accounts.</p><img><p>With CNG/PNG prices dropping from Jan 1, 2026, LPG users may also see a price cut. Oil companies review prices monthly. With crude oil at its lowest since 2021, a drop is likely.</p><img><p>The government has announced the 8th Pay Commission, with recommendations effective from Jan 1, 2026. Central government employees and pensioners can expect a large sum in arrears.</p><img><p>Planning to buy a new car? Prices will rise from Jan 1, 2026. Nissan, BMW, MG, Renault, and Ather will hike prices by up to 3% due to rising raw material costs. Others may follow.</p>
