New rules from July 1, 2026: Aadhaar, passport, ITR deadline, credit card and railway changes you must know

July 2026 ushers in significant financial shifts for Indians. Expect revised credit card benefits, increased passport fees, and stricter railway penalties. Aadhaar email updates become free for a period, while new RBI rules aim to curb financial product mis-selling. Car prices are also set to rise, and taxpayers face approaching ITR deadlines. These changes will impact household budgets and require careful financial planning.