8th pay commission Update: Millions of central government employees and pensioners were expecting a DA/DR announcement this Navaratri. They are eagerly waiting for the DA/DR (Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief) announcement from the Centre, as one is due this year. These allowances, which are linked to inflation, are typically revised twice every year. With the second revision of 2025 now due, there is growing anticipation as well as frustration among employees and pensioners. The enthusiasm on the issue is now been shifted to Diwali.
The Confederation appeals to FM Niramala Sitharaman
The Confederation of Central Government Employees and Workers has written to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The letter urged immediate action, pointing out that the DA/DR installment effective fr