6 financial changes from July 1: What changes for ITR, Aadhaar, passport fees and bank rules

Starting July 1, 2026, several financial changes will affect you. Income tax filing deadlines are set, and updating your Aadhaar email becomes free for a period. Expect shifts in SBI Card rewards and HDFC Bank credit card lounge access eligibility. Passport fees are rising, and new RBI rules will protect bank customers from mis-sold financial products, ensuring refunds and compensation.