From LPG, aviation turbine fuel price hikes to new US visa rules: Key changes from September 1
From price revisions to new visa rules, here's a list of key changes coming into effect from the start of this month:
From Tuesday, September 1, a series of changes will impact various aspects of life for Indians, both at home and abroad. The price of 19kg commercial LPG cylinders has increased by ₹9.50 per cylinder, raising the price to ₹2,738 in Delhi. This price hike affects businesses like hotels and restaurants. Meanwhile, aviation turbine fuel (ATF) has risen by ₹6.28 per litre, or 5.46%, bringing the price to ₹121.26 per litre. This increase is attributed to the West Asia crisis, following two consecutive monthly reductions.
The Bureau of Immigration has streamlined the departure process for Indian travelers by eliminating the requirement to stamp boarding passes during immigration. International travelers can now present an e-boarding pass or a printed copy. The electric commercial vehicle industry will also see changes under the government's PM E-DRIVE scheme, which requires domestic manufacturing of traction motors and critical components for EVs to qualify for subsidies.
Travelers should be aware that US visa holders, including students and scholars, now have a fixed admission period of up to 4 years instead of an open-ended ‘duration of status’.
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