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Rule change 1 October:The month of September has ended and October 2025 has begun. With the start of this new month, many major changes have also come into effect (Rule Change From 1st October), which are coming into effect from the first day i.e. 1st October 2025.
While oil companies have shocked customers by increasing LPG cylinder prices, UPI rules have also changed. The impact of these changes will be felt in every household and every pocket. Let’s explore five such major changes in detail…
October Begins with Changes
Every month begins with many changes, both small and large, including financial ones. The month of October has also begun in a similar way, and from the first of October, many things have changed for everyone, from the common man to UPI users and Indian Railways passengers. While the increase in LPG prices during the festive season has shocked customers, Indian Railways has also changed the rules for online train ticket booking, which is likely to affect rail passengers.
First Change: LPG cylinders become more expensive
Among the changes coming from October 1st, people are most focused on the change in LPG cylinder prices, as it is directly linked to their kitchen budget. It should be noted that oil marketing companies had reduced the prices of 19-kilogram commercial LPG gas cylinders in the past few months, but on the first day of October, they were increased, making them more expensive from Delhi to Mumbai.
According to the IOCL website, the price of a cylinder in Delhi has been increased by ₹15, and it will be available for ₹1595 instead of ₹1580. In Kolkata, the price has risen from ₹1684 to ₹1700. In Mumbai, a 19-kilogram cylinder, which was previously available for ₹1531, now costs ₹1547, while in Chennai, it has been increased from ₹1738 to ₹1754. However, the price of a 14-kilogram domestic LPG cylinder has remained unchanged.
Second Change: Air Travel May Become Expensive
The second change on the first day of October concerns air travelers. Following the reduction in aviation fuel prices last September, airlines have now significantly increased ATF prices during the festive season. Based on the new rates effective October 1, 2025, the price in Delhi has increased from ₹90,713.52 per kiloliter to ₹93,766.02 per kiloliter.
In Kolkata, the price has increased from ₹93,886.18 per kiloliter to ₹96,816.58 per kiloliter, in Mumbai from ₹84,832.83 per kiloliter to ₹87,714.39 per kiloliter, and in Chennai, the price has increased from ₹94,151.96 per kiloliter to ₹97,302.14 per kiloliter. The increase in air turbine fuel prices will increase airlines’ operating costs, which could lead to increased flight ticket prices.
Third Change: Online Tickets Only for Such Passengers
The third change is going to be implemented for rail passengers. In order to prevent fraud in rail ticket booking, Indian Railways announced a change in rules effective October 1, 2025, which will come into effect today. Under this, only those who have undergone Aadhaar verification will be able to book tickets online within the first 15 minutes after reservations open. This rule will apply to both the IRCTC website and app. Currently, this rule applies to Tatkal bookings. However, no changes have been made for those purchasing tickets from computerized PRS counters.
Fourth Change: This Rule Change Related to UPI
October is also beginning with a major change for Unified Payment Interface, or UPI, users. In a circular dated July 29, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) shared that it would be removing one of the most widely used UPI features, peer-to-peer (P2P) collect transactions, effective October 1, 2025. This feature is being removed from UPI apps as a step to strengthen user security and prevent financial fraud.
Fifth Change: Bumper Bank Holidays
The month of October is full of festivals, and if you have any urgent bank-related work, check the October Bank Holiday List issued by the Reserve Bank of India before leaving home, lest you arrive at the bank and find it locked.
In fact, the month begins with the Durga Puja holiday, and throughout the month, there are 21 holidays, including Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra, Lakshmi Puja, Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti, Karva Chauth, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath Puja. These include the second and fourth Saturdays, as well as the weekly holiday on Sunday. However, these bank holidays may vary from state to state and city to city.
