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The Modi government is reportedly set to raise dearness allowance for central government employees from 50 to 54 percent, according to reports circulating ahead of the July 2026 revision. The hike, if confirmed, would raise the basic salary payouts of lakhs of employees and pensioners. Official confirmation is still awaited, and no formal announcement has been made yet.
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The Centre is expected to announce an increase in dearness allowance for central government employees before Dussehra, ending a long wait. Reports suggest a possible hike along with about three months of arrears, with the revised rate taking effect from July 2026. Employees and pensioners are closely watching for official confirmation of the percentage increase.
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Livemint explains how dearness allowance fits into an employee's annual cost-to-company and how it is taxed. DA, paid by the government and some employers to offset inflation, is treated as part of salary for tax purposes and is fully taxable. The piece clarifies its impact on CTC structure and taxation.
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Uttar Pradesh has announced a 25% salary increase for certain categories of employees, with reports detailing the revised monthly pay. The news comes alongside ongoing discussion about central government staff: calculations suggest some employees could face losses of up to ₹3.32 lakh in 8th Pay Commission arrears, while a fresh inflation figure has raised hopes of a 5% dearness allowance hike this time.
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Talk around 'mahagai bhatta' — a cost-of-living or dearness allowance — is circulating in India, with attention on whether the government will raise allowances to help people cope with rising prices. Discussions reflect ongoing concern over inflation and household expenses.