7TH PAY COMMISSION
DA hike announcement: How salaries of Level 1-18 employees will rise after 2% dearness allowance hike
DA hike for central government employees: A 2% hike in DA will take it from its current rate of 58% to 60%. With this hike, dearness relief (DR) for pensioners has also been increased to 60%. The announcement is for January 2026 and central government employees and pensioners will get arrears from the back date.
Cabinet clears 2% DA hike as pay demands build ahead of 8th Pay Commission
Central government employees will see a 2% Dearness Allowance increase. This modest salary boost comes as employee unions push for significant pay restructuring. The National Council–Joint Consultative Machinery has proposed a higher fitment factor. This could substantially increase the minimum basic pay, impacting the overall salary structure.
8th Pay Commission demands for pensioners: One rank one pension, gratuity up to Rs 75 lakh; 10 things key employee body has demanded
Central government pensioners' rights are a key focus in the NC-JCM's 51-page memorandum for the 8th Pay Commission. Demands include a same fitment factor for employees and pensioners, increased gratuity to Rs 75 lakh, and the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme. The memorandum also calls for a reduced pension commutation period and expanded CGHS facilities.
8th Pay Commission salary hike: Why NC-JCM wants minimum basic pay to rise from Rs 18,000 to Rs 69,000
8th Pay Commission pay hike: Employee unions calculate the minimum pay for an employee based on the rates of a food basket for a month. The food basket includes protein sources, dairy consumption, fruits, vegetables, spices and the things of daily use. The drafting committee of NC-JCM has also recommended for five family units instead of three.
8th Pay Commission update: NC-JCM seeks Rs 69,000 minimum basic pay, 3.83 fitment factor for employees, pensioners
8th pay commission NC-JCM memorandum: A minimum pay of Rs 69,000, fitment factor of 3.83, annual increment of 6%, merging 18 employee levels in the 7th Pay Commission into seven, minimum five promotions during service and restoring the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) are some of the 8th Pay Commission-related demands of the draft committee of National Council (Joint Consultative Machinery).
DA hike delay: Central government employee body to hold protest over dearness allowance delay
In a letter to the Cabinet Secretary of India, the Confederation of Central Govt. Employees & Workers (CCGEW) writes that its affiliated organisations will hold a lunch hour protest at all work places on April 16, 2026. The government last announced the DA hike in October 2025, which was for July 2025. While central government employees and pensioners have got their arrears for that hike, their wait for the January 2026 DA hike is still not over.
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Bengal will reply to bombs with votes, form double-engine govt: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated West Bengal will respond to violence with votes. He predicted a BJP 'double-engine' government in the assembly elections. Shah also emphasised the election's purpose is to remove infiltrators. He assured adequate central forces are deployed for fair polls. Shah warned TMC workers to stay home on poll day or face jail.
West Bengal election manifesto: Rs 1,500 vs Rs 3,000 jobless benefit, 7th Pay Commission, how BJP plans to unseat TMC, Didi
The BJP has released its manifesto for the West Bengal Assembly polls, targeting women and youth voters with key promises. The Trinamool Congress has also detailed its electoral pledges. Elections are scheduled for April 23 and April 29. The BJP's manifesto includes financial aid for women and unemployed youth, and the implementation of the 7th Pay Commission.
BJP West Bengal Assembly Election Manifesto 2026: Cash dole, jail for corrupt, & UCC dictate Amit Shah’s ‘sankalp patra’
The Bharatiya Janata Party has released its election manifesto for West Bengal. Union Home Minister Amit Shah presented the document as a plan for farmers, youth, and women. He stated the manifesto aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a developed India. Shah criticized the current government, calling the past 15 years a nightmare for the state.
West Bengal polls 2026: Murshidabad sees highest voter deletions in Bengal roll revision; tribal belt reports lowest
West Bengal's voter rolls saw significant deletions. Shamsherganj and Lalgola in Murshidabad district reported the most removals. Purulia and Jhargram had the fewest. Electoral rolls are now frozen for upcoming elections. The Chief Minister alleged targeted exclusions. Affected voters are seeking legal recourse to restore their names.
PM Modi’s big pay boost promise in West Bengal: 7th Pay Commission for state govt staff amid 8th CPC buzz explained
Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised the 7th Pay Commission for West Bengal state government employees if the BJP wins the upcoming assembly elections. This announcement comes amid anticipation for the 8th Central Pay Commission salary hike, highlighting the divergence in pay commission timelines between the Centre and various states, with some states like West Bengal still operating under the 6th Pay Commission.
DA hike delay: Will government skip it or just postpone it? Experts weigh in
Central government employees are eagerly awaiting their dearness allowance hike. The announcement, usually made earlier, is now delayed. Experts suggest this is due to administrative transitions and the upcoming 8th Pay Commission. Employees will receive arrears from January 1, 2026, regardless of the announcement date. The government is expected to issue the official order soon, possibly by mid-April.
DA hike delay sparks concern: Employees’ bodies urge FM Sitharaman for quick announcement
SB Yadav, secretary general, Confederation of Central Govt Employees & Workers, in a letter dated April 8, 2026, wrote to the Finance Minister to step in announce the dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) for employees and pensioners, respectively. The confederation wrote that the delay in announcement is triggering severe discontent and apprehensions amongst employees and pensioners
West Bengal elections: Even in 100 years, TMC cannot absolve itself of sins it committed against youth, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong attack on the Trinamool Congress, accusing them of failing Bengal's youth and hindering the state's development. He expressed confidence in the BJP's victory, drawing parallels to the 2021 Nandigram election and predicting a similar outcome across West Bengal.
8th Pay Commission salary: When will employees get it? Key employee body meeting set for April 13, 2026; 8th CPC salary increment details
8th Pay Commission salary hike: The 8th Pay Commission salary increment will depend on the fitment factor that the 8th CPC decides. Employee bodies have been demanding for as high a fitment factor as 3.25. Amid such a backdrop, NC-JCM, the umbrella body of the central government employee and pensioner bodies, will hold a meeting on April 13, 2026, where it will discuss the final memorandum that will be sent to the 8th Pay Commission.
BJP alleges 'assault on democracy'; Amit Shah targets Mamata Banerjee's 'sympathy' politics
Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a BJP chargesheet detailing 15 years of Trinamool Congress misrule. The document highlights issues like infiltration, corruption, and economic decline. Shah promised to stop illegal infiltration and restore West Bengal's glory. The Trinamool Congress plans to respond with its own chargesheet against the Union Home Minister.
8th Pay Commission salary hike: How 6th and 7th CPC decided fitment factor and what to expect now
Central government employees await the 8th Pay Commission's salary and pension revision, with recommendations expected within 18 months. Past commissions saw significant hikes, and potential increases for the 8th CPC are being estimated based on various fitment factors, sparking employee curiosity.
8th Pay Commission news: Railway body wants more allowances, pension inclusion, new classification of posts
In a letter written to Ranjana Desai, chairperson, 8th Pay Commission, KV Ramesh, secretary general, IRTSA, wrote that stakeholders should be allowed to submit responses offline and the commission should also include questions related to more allowances, pension and pensioner rights, new classification of Group A, B and C employees, among others.
DA Hike for central government employees: When will government announce dearness allowance increase?
Central government employees are eagerly awaiting the Dearness Allowance (DA) hike for January 2026. The government typically announces these increases around major festivals. Past trends suggest an announcement could be made anytime now until early April. The DA hike is calculated based on inflation and impacts employee salaries.
8th Pay Commission implementation date: Employee body AITUC wants salary, pension & other allowance revisions from this date
Central government employees and pensioners await the 8th Pay Commission's recommendations, with AITUC advocating for implementation from January 1, 2026, to ensure no loss of arrears. Past trends show governments often backdate pay revisions, and AITUC also calls for the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme and improved benefits for pensioners.
8th Pay Commission DA calculation: Why defence employee body wants to change the way dearness allowance is decided
The All India Defence Employers’ Federation (AIDEF) is urging the 8th Pay Commission to adopt a new dearness allowance calculation index based on actual retail market prices, moving away from the current AICPI-IW. AIDEF also advocates for dispensing with fixed-term employment like Agniveer, replacing Military Service Pay with a dynamic premium, and continuing the old pension scheme.
8th Pay Commission demands: Commuted pension after 11 years, fitment factor of 3, revised DA calculation; what AITUC wants from 8th CPC
The All India Trade Union Congress has presented 12 significant demands to the 8th Pay Commission chairperson. Key proposals include a 3.0 fitment factor, restoration of the Old Pension Scheme, and a 6% annual increment. Other demands focus on increased leave encashment, revised DA calculations, and higher compensation for specific employee groups.
From Rs 55 to Rs 2.50 lakh: How salaries have changed in Pay Commissions & why employee bodies want to fix salary ratio in 8th Pay Commission
Employee bodies are urging the 8th Pay Commission to reduce the compression ratio, which signifies the disparity between the lowest and highest basic pay. The Federation of National Postal Organisations proposes a 1:8 ratio, citing historical widening of the gap in recent commissions and advocating for a uniform multiplication factor and need-based minimum wage.
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