Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: A series of regulatory, financial, transport and welfare-related changes took effect from June 1, impacting everything from household expenses and tax compliance to banking transactions, public transport and renewable energy projects, according to an Express Web Desk report.
The changes span multiple sectors, including cooking gas pricing, income tax rules, banking norms, solar energy regulations, education, transport and state welfare schemes. While some are routine monthly revisions, others are implementation of new policies and deadlines. Here are some key changes which have taken place from June 1.
West Bengal’s Annapurna Yojana
Applications for the Annapurna Yojana opened on June 1 in West Bengal. The scheme, announced by the BJP Government led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, provides eligible women with monthly financial assistance of Rs 3,000 and is set to replace the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme introduced in 2021 by the previous Mamata Banerjee government.
The changes span multiple sectors, including cooking gas pricing, income tax rules, banking norms, solar energy regulations, education, transport and state welfare schemes. While some are routine monthly revisions, others are implementation of new policies and deadlines.
Free bus travel for women in West Bengal
Since June 1, women in West Bengal have been allowed free travel on all state-run buses. The scheme was one of the BJP’s key election promises and is aimed at improving mobility and access to public transport for women across the state.
Noida international airport begins ops
Commercial flight services from Noida International Airport in Jewar began from June 15. The airport has become the second international airport serving the Delhi-NCR region alongside Indira Gandhi International Airport. Authorities expect the new facility to help ease congestion and expand passenger-handling capacity.
First advance tax deadline
June 15 is the due date for payment of the first advance tax instalment for FY2026-27. Taxpayers with an estimated net tax liability exceeding Rs 10,000 must pay 15 per cent of their advance tax by this date. This is also the first advance tax cycle being implemented under the new Income Tax Act, 2025, and Income Tax Rules, 2026. Failure to meet the deadline can attract interest at 1 per cent per month.
Domestic solar cell sourcing now mandatory
A new Centre-mandated rule requiring the use of domestically manufactured solar cells came into force from June 1. The requirement applies to all net-metering and open-access solar projects commissioned after that date.
Net-metering projects primarily include rooftop solar installations, such as those under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, where consumers can export excess electricity to the grid. Open-access projects largely serve commercial and industrial consumers sourcing renewable energy directly from developers. The move is intended to reduce dependence on imports and support domestic manufacturing.