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Tamil Nadu Increases Dearness Allowance by 3% for Government Employees Ahead of 2026 Elections
Nov 13, 2025 05:14 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance for government employees, teachers, and pensioners, raising it from 55% to 58% effective July 2025. This pre-election measure will benefit approximately 16 lakh individuals and cost the state Rs 1,829 crore annually, coming amid growing pressure over unfulfilled pension reform promises.
Mahagathbandhan's Bihar Election Manifesto: Government Jobs Promise and Waqf Law Opposition
Oct 28, 2025 07:53 pm CST
The Mahagathbandhan opposition alliance in Bihar has released its election manifesto ahead of the November polls, promising government jobs for one family member per household, rejection of the Waqf Amendment Act, permanent status for contract workers, and enhanced social security benefits including financial assistance for women and increased pension schemes for vulnerable populations.