Union Cabinet approves 3% dearness allowance rise for central staff and pensioners
Reports say the increase lifts DA from 60% to 63% with effect from 1 July 2026. Outlets differ on beneficiary numbers and on the day of the meeting.
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Union Cabinet approves 3-point DA and DR hike for central staff and pensioners before Diwali
Dearness allowance and dearness relief rise from 60% to 63% of basic pay and pension, effective July 1, 2026, Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced.