e‑Passport in India: Step‑by‑Step Process, Documents required, Fees, and Key Features
India’s e‑passport follows the same application flow as a regular passport through the Passport Seva system, but the booklet contains an embedded RFID chip compliant with ICAO standards for stronger security and faster immigration processing. Applicants apply online, book an appointment at a PSK/POPSK, complete biometrics and document verification in person, and receive the e‑passport…
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BIHAR State 2026 Bank Holidays
Here is the NI Act (gazetted) list of bank holidays in Bihar for 2026, as approved by the Bihar Government for observance under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. Dates below reflect the state-notified list for banking operations and cheque clearing. Notes for practitioners Disclaimer: While due care and diligence have been exercised in compiling the…
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DA Rates for Bank Staff: Nov 2025 – Jan 2026 Quarter
The Labour Bureau has released the Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) for July, August, and September 2025 as 146.50, 147.10, and 146.90 respectively. The average CPI-IW for the quarter works out to 146.83. Based on this average index, the Dearness Allowance (DA) payable to bank employees and officers for the quarter of November…
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The Labour Bureau has released the Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) for July, August, and September 2025 as 146.50, 147.10, and 146.90 respectively. The average CPI-IW for the quarter works out to 146.83. Based on this average index, the Dearness Allowance (DA) payable to bank employees and officers for the quarter of November…
Read article DA Rates for Bank Clerical Staff: Nov 2025 – Jan 2026 Quarter
The Labour Bureau has released the Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) for July, August, and September 2025 as 146.50, 147.10, and 146.90 respectively. The average CPI-IW for the quarter works out to 146.83. Based on this average index, the Dearness Allowance (DA) payable to bank employees and officers for the quarter of November…
DA Rates for Bank Officers: Nov 2025 – Jan 2026 Quarter
The Labour Bureau has released the Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) for July, August, and September 2025 as 146.50, 147.10, and 146.90 respectively. The average CPI-IW for the quarter works out to 146.83. Based on this average index, the Dearness Allowance (DA) payable to bank employees and officers for the quarter of November…
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