8th Pay Commission

The 8th Pay Commission (8th CPC) is expected to bring major reforms for central government employees and pensioners. One of the most significant proposals under discussion is the reduction of the pension commutation period from 15 years to 12 years. If implemented, this means pensioners can start receiving their full pension 3 years earlier, ensuring … Read more

Imagine this:During the height of the pandemic, Lakshmi—a devoted central government employee—noticed a gap in her salary. The three frozen Dearness Allowance (DA) hikes, spanning January 2020 to June 2021, amounted to 18 months DA arrears. These were held back to ease the financial burden on the government. Fast forward to August 2025: DA hikes … Read more