Breaking: Union Cabinet clears DA hike to help Central govt employees, pensioners

Babushahi Bureau

New Delhi, October 1, 2025: The Union Cabinet has approved the release of an additional installment of three per cent (3%) Dearness Allowance (DA) for Central Government employees. The move also covers Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners.

This increment is aimed at helping government employees and pensioners cope with rising inflation and the increasing cost of living. The new DA and DR rates will be effective from July 1, 2025, and are expected to benefit millions of employees and pensioners across the country.

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