New Delhi – September 1, 2026 has brought 11 major regulatory changes affecting Indian households and businesses. From LPG cylinder prices and milk rates to GST compliance and demat account rules, the new month reshapes costs and obligations across the board. Here is a complete breakdown of every change.
LPG, ATF and Fuel Prices Rise
Commercial LPG cylinders (19 kg) rose by Rs 9.50 to Rs 2,747.50 in Delhi. Five-kg FTL cylinders increased from Rs 762 to Rs 764. Domestic LPG prices remain unchanged. Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) saw a 5.46 per cent hike to Rs 121.28 per litre, which could push airfares higher.
Mumbai Milk Prices Cross Rs 100
Milk rates in Mumbai jumped by Rs 9 per litre from September 1. A litre now costs Rs 102, up from Rs 93. Dairy organisations cited rising fodder costs as the reason for the increase.
LPG e-KYC and GST Compliance
LPG consumers who have not completed biometric e-KYC may face delays in subsidised cylinders. New GST registrants must link their bank accounts to the GST portal within the stipulated timeframe or risk action against their registration.
Demat Nomination and Bank Card Changes
Single-holder demat accounts and mutual fund folios now require nomination or a formal opt-out. Axis Bank introduced a 3.5 per cent markup on DCC transactions for certain debit cards. HDFC Bank may reset debit card limits to base levels if customers have set higher limits.
ITR Late Fees and Travel Simplification
Taxpayers who missed the August 31 ITR deadline face late fees between Rs 1,000 and Rs 5,000. International travel is now simpler – physical stamps on boarding passes are no longer mandatory. Travellers can use electronic boarding passes for immigration.
PNG Expansion and State-Level Changes
The government is pushing PNG connections to more households with incentives for city gas companies. Sikkim introduced digital registration for tourism establishments while Tamil Nadu adopted handheld device-based stock management at TASMAC outlets.
