<h1>India Unifies DIN and DPIN for Streamlined Compliance; PAN Mandatory for DIN by September 30, 2011 to Avoid Penalties.</h1> The Ministry of Corporate Affairs in India has integrated the Director's Identification Number (DIN) and the Designated Partnership Identification Number (DPIN) to streamline processes under the Companies Act, 1956, and the Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Act, 2008. Effective from July 9, 2011, individuals will receive a single identification number for both roles. Existing DPINs will be converted to DINs, and no new DPINs will be issued. Additionally, the Permanent Account Number (PAN) is mandatory for obtaining DINs, and holders must submit their PAN by September 30, 2011, to avoid penalties and deactivation.