Fema / RBI : The issue concerns delays in pension credit caused by banks. The guidelines mandate 8% interest compensation for such delays. The ...
Income Tax : This guide breaks down the complete taxation of salary income in India—covering allowances, perquisites, retirement benefits, an...
Finance : A comprehensive overview of India's National Pension System (NPS), covering eligibility, account types, investment choices, tax be...
Income Tax : Learn how pensioners can file income tax returns effortlessly using TaxBuddy’s DIY platform. Step-by-step instructions tailored ...
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Corporate Law : PFRDA has introduced the AI-powered Pension Sahayak portal, replacing the earlier CGMS with a multilingual, voice-enabled grievanc...
Corporate Law : PFRDA introduced multiple NAVs to reflect different fee structures for government and non-government subscribers. The change ensur...
Income Tax : The issue revolved around concerns of exemption removal under the new tax regime. The Government clarified that the exemption cont...
Corporate Law : Authorities cautioned investors about entities promising monthly returns on deposits without regulatory approval, advising the pub...
Corporate Law : Madras High Court permits senior citizen to withdraw ₹2 lakh monthly from attached pension account, citing hardship, while tax a...
Corporate Law : Patna HC rules on joint option under EPF and Pension Scheme for higher pensions, citing Supreme Court precedents, impacting retire...
Income Tax : ITAT Ahmedabad held that PFRDA Act, 2013 doesn’t prescribed any due date for payment of employee’s contribution to National Pe...
Income Tax : In the case of G.K. Reddy vs. DCIT, Madras High Court has directed the Income Tax Department to lift the attachment of a pension a...
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Corporate Law : PFRDA introduced NPS PRIDE–DISHA, an XIRR-based digital toolkit using historical NAV data to help NPS subscribers compare Pensio...
Corporate Law : PFRDA has introduced the StAR NPS platform to enable a fully digital and assisted onboarding process for NPS subscribers. The fram...
Corporate Law : PFRDA has introduced a Regulatory Sandbox framework allowing controlled testing of innovative pension products and FinTech solutio...
Corporate Law : PFRDAs 2026 amendment redefines the assets of the National Pension System Trust, expressly covering subscriber funds, securities, ...
Corporate Law : The Office Memorandum increases Dearness Relief rates for CPF beneficiaries and eligible family members under the 5th Central Pay ...
The regulator has reconstituted its Pension Advisory Committee with effect from January 5, 2026. The new panel includes government officials, industry leaders, and pension experts.
Regulators have opened the door for banks to independently set up pension funds under strict eligibility norms. The move is aimed at improving competition, governance, and subscriber protection in the NPS.
The regulator has mandated OTP or e-sign authentication for online NPS registration, ensuring explicit consent and declarations are captured digitally at the end of onboarding.
The regulator revised PoP charges for NPS schemes, introducing quarterly AUM-based fees with an optional ₹200 first-year flat charge and clear rules on recovery.
EPFO has approved acceptance of transgender identity certificates for name and gender corrections. The move strengthens inclusivity while easing member profile updates.
The amendment introduces a one-time option for UPS subscribers to revert to NPS within defined service timelines. The key takeaway is added flexibility, with clear conditions on contributions and loss of assured UPS benefits after switching.
The ruling allows monetary incentives for PoPs facilitating NPS enrolments via FPOs, addressing higher outreach costs and improving last-mile pension access.
PFRDA consolidates and updates NPS Tier-I & II investment rules for non-government sectors, specifying asset classes, limits, and rating norms. Ensures risk management and fiduciary responsibility.
The PFRDA issues an updated master circular superseding prior guidelines, clarifying investment norms for UPS/NPS/APY schemes and ensuring regulatory compliance.
The circular introduces Life Cycle 75 and Aggressive options, expanding NPS investment choices to six. The update allows higher equity exposure with structured age-based tapering.
