Many big changes are being implemented across the country and these will have a direct impact on the pockets and everyday life of common people. From petrol diesel to LPG Aadhaar, Railway Passport, Credit Card and vehicle prices, many rules are changing from the new month. To avoid any problem or extra expense, it is important to understand these changes in advance.

The ban on sale of petrol and diesel is being lifted

Due to the West Asia crisis, the government had imposed some temporary restrictions on the sale of petrol and diesel on June 12. Under this, a limit of maximum 200 liters of diesel per day was fixed at retail pumps to every customer or vehicle. Also, big consumers associated with industry and business were asked to take oil from the designated consumer pumps instead of retail pumps. This step was taken to stop hoarding and black marketing.

Now the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas issued an order on June 29 and removed these restrictions from July 1. The ministry says that after reviewing the supply situation, it was found that these measures are no longer necessary. This means that the limit of 200 liters of diesel is ending and big consumers will again be able to buy oil in the normal way. According to the ministry, their return is a sign of improvement in supply and normalization of supply.

Prices of LPG, CNG and ATF may also change

On the first of every month, oil companies review the prices of gas and fuel. In such a situation, even on July 1, the prices of commercial LPG cylinders, CNG, PNG and airplane fuel ATF may increase or decrease. The prices of domestic LPG cylinders have remained stable in the last few months, so this time too everyone will keep an eye on the new prices.

Updating email in Aadhaar is now free

Unique Identification Authority of India i.e. UIDAI has given great relief to the common people. Now adding or changing email ID in Aadhaar has become free. Earlier, Rs 75 had to be paid for this service, but from July 1 to December 31, this facility will be absolutely free. This discount will be available only on the new Aadhaar mobile app. If you update your email through any other method, you will have to pay the full fee. Along with this, the old mAadhaar app is being discontinued and in its place a new Aadhaar app has been introduced which has more security and easy-to-use features.

Getting a passport now more expensive than before

The Ministry of External Affairs has increased the passport fees. This change has happened under the Passport Amendment Rules 2026 issued on June 20 and is coming into effect from July 1. This is the first major change in passport fees after about fourteen years.

Now the fee for 36-page ordinary passport has increased from Rs 1500 to Rs 2500 and its Tatkal fee has increased from Rs 3500 to Rs 5000. At the same time, the fee for ordinary passport with 60 pages has been increased from Rs 2000 to Rs 3500 and the Tatkal fee has been increased from Rs 4000 to Rs 6000. Now you will have to pay more for getting your passport renewed, for lost or damaged passports and for police clearance certificates as well as passports for minors. However, there is no change in the validity of the passport and the passport of elders will remain valid for ten years as before.

Traveling by train without ticket will now be expensive

From July 1, the minimum fine for traveling without a ticket or without a valid ticket will increase from Rs 250 to Rs 500. This change has been made in Section 137 and 138 of the Railway Act 1989 under the Public Trust Amendment Act 2026. Railways says that this step has been taken to stop ticketless travel and to tighten ticket checking. The maximum punishment given by the court will remain the same as before, which can be jail up to six months or a fine of Rs 1000 or both.

Changes in credit card rules also

SBI Card: The reward point rules of select PhonePe SBI Credit Cards are changing from July 1, which will affect some cardholders. At the same time, the rules of HDFC Bank’s Regalia Gold Credit Card are also changing. Now to avail the free domestic airport lounge facility on this card, you will have to spend at least Rs 60,000 in the last quarter, that is, those who use this card for travel benefits will now have to fulfill the condition.

Buying cars will also be expensive

The beginning of July can be difficult for people thinking of buying a new car. Tata Motors is increasing the prices of its petrol, diesel and electric vehicles by 1.5 percent from July 1. The company is also increasing the prices of its commercial vehicles by 2.5 percent. Apart from this, Kia India is also increasing the prices of all its vehicles by 2 percent from July 1. Both the companies have cited the rising cost of raw materials and inflation as the reason for this.

An important thing regarding income tax return

In many places, income tax returns are also being counted among the rules that will be changed from July 1, but this is not correct. No rule or date related to income tax return is changing on July 1. The work of filing returns for assessment year 2026-27 is already underway. The last date for salaried and unaudited taxpayers is 31 July. This date is 31st August for unaudited businesses and 31st October for audited cases. Therefore, do not delay in filing the return so that you can avoid fines and troubles later.

New rule for those with both LPG and PNG connections

The government had given a time limit of 90 days for those consumers who have connections of both LPG cylinder and piped gas i.e. PNG. This deadline is ending on June 30 and such people were asked to shift to PNG.

This rule can be implemented on the ground from July 1, although it is important to keep in mind that till now no government announcement has been made to immediately stop the gas supply to those having both the connections. Therefore, there is no need to panic, it will be better to update your connection in time.

Overall, many small and big changes are being implemented simultaneously from July 1. Some of these will increase the burden on your pocket while some will also provide relief. In such a situation, it is better to know these rules in advance and complete your important work on time.

PNG Connection: Amidst the ongoing tension in the Middle East and increasing pressure on LPG supply, the Central Government is considering taking a big step towards promoting Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections. According to the report, the government is planning to launch a national centralized portal, where users will be able to directly apply for PNG.

As of now, users have to apply separately to the City Gas Distribution (CGD) company of their area. Through the proposed portal, people will be able to apply from a single platform. After this, the concerned gas company will have to dispose of the application within the stipulated time.

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Plan to make gas pipeline map online

Along with this, the government is also considering making the gas grid maps available online to make the PNG network more transparent. With this, users will be able to get information whether PNG connection facility is available near their home or establishment or not. However, there are security concerns over making the detailed maps related to the pipeline public, so discussions are still going on.

According to sources, through this centralized portal the government will get near real-time monitoring of the functioning of CGD companies. This will enable us to know how fast the applications are being processed and whether the companies are following the prescribed timelines or not.

Plan to shift from LPG to PNG

The important thing is that this step of the government is part of the strategy to shift users from LPG to PNG. India imports about 60 percent of its total LPG requirement, of which about 90 percent comes from the Middle East.

New rules are already in effect

In March 2026, the government had issued an order that domestic users will not be able to have both LPG and PNG connections simultaneously. Where PNG is available, LPG users were instructed to shift to PNG within three months and if anyone does not do so, the LPG connection can be terminated.

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PNG connection increase

According to the Petroleum Ministry, gas supply has started in about 8.6 lakh PNG connections from March 2026. Infrastructure has been prepared for approximately 3 lakh additional connections. Along with this, 8.8 lakh new users have registered for PNG connection. Till May 31, about 78 thousand users have surrendered LPG connections, because PNG facility started being available in their area.

LPG-PNG Rules: Due to the ongoing war between Iran and the US, crude oil prices are increasing globally. Due to which the prices of petrol and diesel are continuously increasing in India also. Not only this but shortage of gas is also being seen. In such a situation, the government has now made a master plan to control it. Under which changes have been made in the rules of gas connection and LPG supply.

change in rules
In fact, on Monday, the Central Government has made an important change in the rules related to LPG i.e. cooking gas. This change will provide relief to lakhs of consumers whose PNG i.e. Piped Natural Gas connection has been installed in their homes and they were confused about the LPG connection. Under the new rules, consumers who have LPG connection and also purchase PNG will have two options.

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What will be the two options?
The first option is that they can get their LPG connection closed within 30 days of getting the PNG connection.
The second and new option is that they can take a transfer voucher with the help of which they can get their LPG connection restarted if they move to a non-PNG area in future.

These people will benefit from the change
This change was especially important for those people whose jobs are transferable, like government employees, bank employees or people in the private sector who often move from one city to another. Apart from this, tenants, students and migrant families can also take advantage of this facility.

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Iran War Impact on Indian Economy: The impact of the Iran-America-Israel war has now directly reached the farmers of India. In March 2026, the production of fertilizer and urea in the country has fallen by 24.6 percent as compared to a year ago i.e. March 2025, which means about one-fourth less fertilizer was produced. This data has been released by the Commerce Ministry of the Central Government.

Urea production started decreasing due to rust

Fertilizer production has fallen by 24.6 percent in March 2026 as compared to March 2025, that is, about one fourth less fertilizer was produced. Natural gas is required to make urea. This gas largely comes from the Middle East i.e. Gulf countries, but due to the Iran war, the movement in Hormuz i.e. the sea route through which Gulf oil and gas goes around the world, almost came to a standstill. About one-third of the world’s fertilizer passes through this route. If the road was closed then gas did not come and if gas did not come then urea could not be made.

Now the Kharif season i.e. the time for sowing of paddy, maize and soybean is about to come. Urea is needed the most in this season. More than 45 percent of the country’s population is dependent on agriculture. If there is less urea, then either the farmer will have to buy fertilizer at an expensive price or the crop will be less. In both the circumstances, the farmer is at a loss.

Not only fertilizers but other sectors also faltered

Crude oil production has decreased by 5.7 percent. Coal has come down by 4 percent. Electricity production also decreased by 0.5 percent. Less coal means less electricity, this is a direct connection. Domestic production of natural gas increased by 6.4 percent, this has brought some relief. Steel i.e. iron and steel production has increased by 2.2 percent. Cement remained above 4 percent as construction work on roads and houses continued in the country.

The combined index of eight major industries fell by 0.4 percent in March 2026. It increased by only 2.6 percent in the entire financial year 2025-26, which is much less than in the last several years. Now that the Strait of Hormuz is still closed, the figures for April and May may be worse. The government will have to arrange for alternative supply of urea as soon as possible, otherwise both farmers and inflation can become a problem.

Condition of 8 big sectors of India amid Iran war

• Coal – 4% fall – impact on supply of imported coal due to disruption in shipping routes.
• Fertilizer – 24.6% fall – the biggest shock. Production halted due to stoppage of supply of urea and phosphate from Iran
• Crude oil – fell 5.7% – tension on Hormuz affected crude oil supply to domestic refineries
• Electricity — decreased by 0.5% – Coal shortage and expensive LNG depressed electricity production slightly.
• Natural Gas – increased by 6.4% – Domestic production gave relief but LNG imports became expensive.
• Refinery products – increased by only 0.1%. Despite the war, the refineries somehow kept running, a big relief.
• Steel – increased by 2.2% – domestic demand remained strong, direct impact of war less.
• Cement – increased by 4% – infra project continued, demand remained in the market.

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LPG Shortage: There is a shortage of LPG gas for the last several days, due to which the government has also taken a big decision. Under this decision, now the industries running in the states will get LPG within the limit. For which the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has also instructed the states to limit the supply of gas for industrial use.

The government has taken this step with the aim of removing the problems related to the supply of LPG. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has directed states to allocate 70% of non-domestic LPG to other sectors, along with limiting the supply to industrial users. Apart from this, the government has also launched another scheme keeping the reforms in mind, under which additional 10% allocation of LPG will be given to the states that are actively promoting alternative fuels like PNG.

Industrial supplies will be limited
One of the main reasons for giving this instruction is to control industrial consumption. Many sectors like pharma, processing food, steel, glass, ceramics, packaging and chemicals will now be given only 70% of the pre-March 2026 bulk LPG consumption level. Additionally, this supply is capped at 0.2 metric tons per day, effectively limiting the total quantity available to industries. This decision of the government will have a greater impact on those industries which are completely dependent on LPG.

These companies will get LPG first
After this decision of the government, first of all LPG will be given to those factories or companies where natural gas cannot be used. Along with this, companies will have to register with OMCS i.e. oil companies and will have to apply to urban gas distribution companies for PNG connection. After this decision, those states will benefit more which will promote the connection of PNG gas.

LPG Cylinder Booking Tax: Due to increasing tension in the Middle East, gas supply is being seriously affected. Its direct impact is visible on the prices of LPG in India. Recently, the government had increased the prices of domestic and commercial gas cylinders, due to which people are facing a lot of problems, but in the meantime, the Chamber of Trade Industry (CTI) has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding to make LPG and PNG tax-free.

CTI says that if the tax on these is removed, then the prices of gas will fall, due to which the common people can get a lot of relief.

At present, 5 percent GST is levied on domestic LPG cylinders, while up to 18 percent GST is levied on commercial cylinders. If we talk about PNG, it is not yet under the purview of GST and state governments levy VAT on it at different rates, which ranges from about 3 percent to 14.5 percent. For example, 5 percent VAT is applicable on PNG in Delhi.

LPG will be cheaper after GST is removed

Domestic LPG Cylinder: Currently its price in Delhi is Rs 913. After removal of GST, it will remain around Rs 870, i.e. it will be cheaper by around Rs 43.

Commercial Cylinder: Its price in Delhi is Rs 2078. After removal of GST, it will become approximately Rs 1760, i.e. there will be a saving of around Rs 318.

People will get relief by removing GST

CTI Chairman Brijesh Goyal has appealed to the government that tax relief should be given in view of the current circumstances. He believes that this will not only benefit the common consumers but will also provide relief to small businesses. Other officials of the organization say that due to the increasing crisis in West Asia, there has been instability in the global oil and gas market, due to which the demand in India has also increased.

Especially in Delhi, a rapid increase in the number of PNG connections has been seen. While in February 2026, about 686 new connections were being added every day, by March this figure increased to about 2000 every day. Overall, if the government gives tax exemption on LPG and PNG, it will provide great relief to the general public.

LPG Cylinder Crisis Iran War: The impact of the ongoing war and increasing tension in Western Asia has now reached the kitchens of the common people of India. The shortage of LPG is increasing across the country and especially in Delhi, while the demand for PNG is increasing rapidly. However, the taxes imposed on both these fuels are putting additional burden on the pockets of the general public and traders.

Brijesh Goyal, Chairman of the Chamber of Trade and Industry, the top organization of businessmen of Delhi and the country, has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding this serious issue. In the letter, he has raised the demand to make LPG and PNG completely tax free, so that the common people can get relief.

Different tax burden on LPG

According to the organization, currently 5 percent GST is levied on residential LPG in India, while this tax on commercial cylinders reaches 18 percent. In such a situation, it is having a direct impact on business activities.

PNG is also not untouched by tax

Although PNG does not currently come under the purview of GST, VAT ranging from 3 percent to 14.5 percent is levied on it in different states. 5 percent VAT is applicable on PNG in Delhi, which increases its cost.

Brijesh Goyal says that the Central Government should reduce GST on LPG to zero and VAT on PNG should also be completely abolished. He believes that this will provide great relief to both consumers and traders across the country.

Domestic impact of global crisis

According to CTI Senior Vice President Deepak Garg and Vice President Rahul Gandhi, the increasing conflict in West Asia has created a global oil and gas crisis. Its effect is clearly visible in India, where there is a shortage of LPG and a rise in the demand for PNG.

Sharp jump in PNG connections in Delhi

General Secretaries Gurmeet Arora and Ramesh Ahuja said that the number of people taking PNG connections in Delhi has increased rapidly. While in February 2026, an average of 686 connections were being given daily, in March this figure has reached around 2000.

Despite this, there are about 56 lakh domestic LPG connections in Delhi. In such a situation, both the availability and price of gas remain a matter of great concern for the common people.

In view of the constraints in the supply of LPG due to global political activities, the Maharashtra government has taken a big decision. Devendra Fadnavis government has ordered to complete the expansion of City Gas Distribution (CGD) network on war footing.

As per the Cabinet decision, all pending permissions for the pipeline will now be deemed approved and new applications will be approved within 24 hours. To speed up the work, road repair fees have been waived and companies have been allowed to work 24 hours.

NOC will not be required

Apart from this, there will be no need to take NOC from the fire department or traffic police now, as all the terms and conditions have been relaxed.

‘Will be considered essential service’

PNG will now be considered an ‘essential service’ like water and electricity. Giving priority to domestic use, 50 percent supply will be given to hotels, schools, hospitals, community kitchens and hostels at commercial rates.

To monitor this entire process, Rationing Controller and Civil Supplies Director have been appointed as nodal officers. This order will remain effective till June 30, 2026.

On the gas crisis arising due to the Middle East war, the Central Government said that in the last two weeks, 1.25 lakh new connections have been given to PNG. Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said that in the last 3 days, 5600 LPG customers shifted to PNG. He said that the Government of India is making every possible effort at every level to provide LPG to domestic customers, hence people should not pay attention to rumors and trust only the official information.

Situation worrying due to Middle East war: Government

Sujata Sharma said that in the case of commercial LPG, about 17 state governments have issued allotment orders and commercial LPG has been supplied to all the states and union territories. He said, ‘The situation remains worrying due to the Middle East war. However, there is no report of shortage of LPG at any distribution. Yesterday LPG online booking was Rs 56 lakh and supply was Rs 55 lakh. The delivery of LPG cylinders is going on normally.

Government took steps to stop black marketing

Joint Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said, ‘Yesterday, the Government of India has written another letter to all the state governments requesting them to take all necessary steps to stop black marketing and hoarding and take action under the law if violations are found. According to information received from state governments, control rooms have been set up in about 31 states and union territories. Apart from this, district level monitoring committees have also been constituted in about 25 states and union territories.

’15 states issued orders for kerosene allocation’

Sujata Sharma said, ‘About 15 states and union territories have issued orders for additional kerosene allocation. Bookings being done out of panic are decreasing. Around 57,000 refill bookings were received yesterday. The condition of crude oil and operation of refinery plants is normal. There has been no information about shortage of oil at retail pumps. All retail outlets are functioning normally. The supply of domestic crude oil and CNG for transportation is 100 percent assured without any cut.

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PNG Connection Availability: The impact of the ongoing oil crisis in the Middle East is now being felt even in the homes of India. In many places, concern has increased among people regarding the supply of LPG cylinders and people have started booking cylinders quickly. But in the areas where there is pipeline gas facility. The families living there are thinking of taking PNG connection.

With this, there will be no need for cylinders and there will be continuous supply of gas to homes. If people shift to PNG then the demand for LPG can also be reduced and the supply system can be managed in a better way. This is how to know whether PNG is available in your area or not.

What is the difference between PNG and LPG?

Talking about cooking gas, people generally use LPG cylinders. In this, the gas is filled in a cylinder and delivered to the home and when it runs out, booking has to be done again. On the contrary, PNG directly reaches the kitchen of the house through pipeline. There is no need to keep a cylinder in it and the supply of gas is available continuously.

Advantages of PNG:

• There is no need to book the cylinder.
• Gas supply is available 24 hours.
• It does not take up space for keeping the cylinder in the kitchen.
• Bill comes according to usage.

How many days does it take to get a new connection?

If PNG pipeline is available in your area then the process of getting a new connection does not take much time. After applying, the gas company team first checks whether the pipeline can reach your house or not. If technically everything is fine then further work is started.

Process to get connection:

• First application and registration is done.
• After this the company’s team surveys the house.
• Installation begins when the pipeline is feasible.
• Generally work starts in 2 to 4 weeks.
• The entire process is completed within 3 months.

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How to check whether PNG is available in your area or not?

If you want to know whether PNG connection is available in your city or locality or not. So there are some easy methods for this. First of all, you can get information by going to the website of the gas company of your city and entering the pin code.

Ways to check PNG availability

• Have to go to the website of the gas company.
• Enter your state, city and pincode.
• If your area appears available then you can apply.
• If you do not get the information, you can call the customer care number.
• All companies have helpline numbers on their websites.

Many companies provide piped gas service in different cities of the country. For example, companies like Indraprastha Gas Limited in Delhi NCR, Mahanagar Gas Limited in Mumbai and Gujarat Gas Limited in Gujarat provide PNG connections. Through these you can get information about gas facility in your area.

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