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Centre approves 3% DA, DR hike for employees and pensioners

Deccan Age · India · 2 min read
Parliament House, New Delhi
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The Union Cabinet has approved a 3-percentage-point increase in dearness allowance for Central Government employees and dearness relief for pensioners.

The Union Cabinet has approved a 3-percentage-point increase in dearness allowance for Central Government employees and dearness relief for pensioners.

The rates rise from 60% to 63% of basic salary or pension, offering relief amid rising living costs.

The hike takes effect ahead of the festive season and benefits lakhs of serving staff and retirees.

Originally reported by Chennai Vision. Article compiled by the Deccan Age desk.
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