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After months of eager anticipation from millions of central government employees, the wait is finally over! Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the Union Cabinet on Tuesday, approving the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the 8th Central Pay Commission, paving the way for a potential salary overhaul beginning January 1, 2026.

Key Composition of the Commission

The Cabinet has established a lean and focused team to spearhead the initiative, igniting excitement across government offices. Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, a respected former judge, steps in as Chairperson. Joining her will be Professor Pulak Ghosh as a part-time member, bringing academic expertise to the table, and Pankaj Jain, who is currently serving as secretary in the Mini

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