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Dearness Allowance

Dearness Allowance

Explore everything about Dearness Allowance (DA), a cost-of-living adjustment allowance paid to government employees, public sector employees and pensioners in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. Understand its calculation, impact, and latest updates.

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8th Pay Commission: Will private sector employees also see Rs 10,000 salary hike?

Apr 17 2025, 08:36 AM IST
The 8th Pay Commission, expected in 2026, is anticipated to double the salaries of central government employees. It is also speculated to positively impact private sector salaries.
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Tamil New Year gift? Tamil Nadu govt likely to announce DA hike for employees soon

Apr 14 2025, 11:23 AM IST
An important update regarding the dearness allowance hike for Tamil Nadu government employees and teachers has been released. Chief Minister Stalin is likely to announce it as a New Year's gift.
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Uttar Pradesh govt mirrors Centre's move, raises DA by 2%; check details

Apr 13 2025, 12:52 PM IST
The central government recently increased the DA for its employees. Following suit, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced a DA hike.
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Assam govt hikes DA by 2%, state employees now get 55% Dearness Allowance

Apr 08 2025, 09:15 AM IST
A state government has surprised everyone by increasing the DA or Dearness Allowance. Along with that, a big announcement from the state, which has made the state government employees happy.
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Teachers, govt employees in Tamil Nadu demand DA hike, appeal made to Chief Minister

Apr 06 2025, 09:33 AM IST
Tamil Nadu government employees have written a letter to the Chief Minister requesting to increase the dearness allowance. Request to provide an increase equivalent to central government employees.
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Madhya Pradesh govt employees to get salary hike, promotion; here's when it kicks in

Apr 05 2025, 09:01 AM IST
Madhya Pradesh government employees are getting a salary hike and promotion opportunities. Employees and pensioners will benefit from the implementation of the 7th Pay Commission from April.
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DA hike ALERT! 2% increase plus arrears coming in April salary for central employees

Apr 04 2025, 10:43 AM IST
The dearness allowance has been increased by 2% for central government employees and pensioners. The arrears will also be included in the April salary. This will increase monthly income.
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Centre proposes Rs 30,000 minimum salary for graduates: Will it apply to private sector?

Apr 03 2025, 12:21 PM IST
Graduates in India must be paid a minimum salary of Rs 30,000! Will the Center issue the same rule for both government and private sectors?
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Centre proposes Rs 30,000 minimum salary for graduates: Will it apply to private sector?

Apr 02 2025, 12:03 PM IST
Graduates in India must be paid a minimum salary of Rs 30,000! Will the Center issue the same rule for both government and private sectors?
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DA arrears payout for central govt staff: Check payment schedule

Apr 02 2025, 10:56 AM IST
Central government employees and pensioners get a 2% DA hike, raising it to 55%. Check payment dates, arrears, financial impact, and how to verify the credit in your salary.
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