Pay & Allowances

Indian Army Army’s proposal for an increase in MSP in the 8th Pay Commission

8th Pay Commission 2026 : Army Proposes 130% MSP Hike, 40% Family Pension for Soldiers

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February 12, 2026

MSP in 8th pay Commission : For many citizens, the 8th Pay Commission (8th CPC) 2026 may appear to be just another routine salary revision.....

February 12 nationwide strike in India as workers and trade unions protest labour codes.

February 12 Nationwide Strike: Why Workers Across India Are Saying “Enough Is Enough”

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February 10, 2026

On February 12, India will witness something far bigger than a one-day strike. Crores of workers across the country — from factories and banks to....

Dirghayu App showing central government pension details and PPO information on mobile

Dirghayu App for Pensioners 2026: Check CPAO Pension Details, Transactions & PPO Online

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February 3, 2026

The Dirghayu App has become a game-changer for Central Government pensioners, offering seamless access to pension information and transaction details on mobile. For years, pensioners....

Central government employees to get 60 percent DA DR from January 2026 based on CPI IW data

DA & DR Likely to Reach 60% from January 2026 — What CPI-IW Data Reveals

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February 2, 2026

The Central government employees and pensioners may get a fresh relief in the new year, as Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) could touch....

FNPO Demands ₹54,000 Minimum Pay, 3.00 Fitment Factor

8th CPC News: FNPO Demands ₹54,000 Minimum Pay, 3.00 Fitment Factor, Higher CEA & Transport Allowance

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January 18, 2026

8th pay Commission News: The Federation of National Postal Organisations (FNPO) has submitted a detailed and well-researched memorandum to the 8th Central Pay Commission (8th....

Income Tax Calculator FY 2025-26 – Old vs New Regime Comparison (India)
Central government announced 3% DA hike from July 2025

Central Government announced 3% DA Hikes to 58 Percent from July 2025.

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September 25, 2025

Central Government announced 3% DA Hikes to 58 Percent for the central Government employees are set to some relief from rising inflation. As per recent....

NPS Subscriber now invest upto 100 percentage in Equity: 7 Key Points You Should Know

NPS Subscriber now invest upto 100 percentage in Equity: 7 Key Points You Should Know

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September 18, 2025

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has announced a major reform in the National Pension System (NPS) for the non-government sector. Starting October 1, 2025 – celebrated as ‘NPS Diwas’ –....

Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) key features & Benefits UPS vs NPS which is better

Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) key features & Benefits: UPS vs NPS which is better?

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September 15, 2025

The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) is a long-awaited middle path between the generous but unfunded OPS and the sustainable but volatile NPS. It brings back....

nps-partial-withdrawal rules and conditions

NPS Partial Withdrawal Rules: Eligibility & Withdrawal Percentage Explained (2025 Update)

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September 13, 2025

The National Pension System (NPS) is a government-backed retirement savings scheme that encourages long-term investments for future financial security. While it is primarily designed for....