dearness allowance
Finance Ministry Confirms No Plans to Merge Dearness Allowance with Basic Pay for Central Government Employees
Dec 02, 2025 12:21 am CST
The Finance Ministry has officially stated that there are no current plans to merge dearness allowance with basic pay for central government employees, despite speculation around the 8th Central Pay Commission. Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary confirmed this in Parliament, addressing concerns from employee unions about inflation and compensation adjustments.
Andhra Pradesh Announces Comprehensive Diwali Benefits Package: Dearness Allowance and Financial Relief for Government Employees
Oct 19, 2025 03:06 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced a substantial Diwali benefits package for government employees, featuring Dearness Allowance implementation from November 1, earned leave payments for police personnel, property tax waivers, and health insurance reforms. Despite financial challenges, the government has prioritized employee welfare while addressing substantial expenditure allocation differences compared to neighboring states.
8th Pay Commission 2026: Complete Guide to Expected Salary Hikes, Fitment Factor, and Allowances for Government Employees
Oct 13, 2025 05:50 pm CST
The upcoming 8th Pay Commission is expected to bring substantial salary increases for over 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners in India. With a projected fitment factor of 1.96, minimum basic salaries could nearly double, while total compensation including allowances will see significant growth. This comprehensive guide explains how the new pay structure will work, including calculation methods, implementation timeline, and estimated increases across different employment levels.
Government Approves 3% Dearness Allowance Increase for Employees Ahead of Festive Season
Oct 01, 2025 05:50 pm CST
The Indian government has announced a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief for employees and pensioners, effective from July 1. This festive season benefit, confirmed by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, follows a 2% hike in March and will impact compensation calculations until the Eighth Pay Commission implements new salary structures in 2026.