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    Col. (Retd.) N. Muthukrishnan

    Retired Colonel, Indian Army

    30+ years in the Indian Army · Retired Colonel

    About Col. (Retd.) N. Muthukrishnan

    Col. N. Muthukrishnan served the Indian Army with distinction, retiring at the rank of Colonel. He has first-hand experience of Military Service Pay, OROP, the Defence Pension Adalat process and the unique allowance structure of the armed forces. He reviews CG Seva's defence pay and pension content for service accuracy.

    Areas of expertise

    Defence PayPensionAllowances

    Government news reviewed by Col. (Retd.) N. Muthukrishnan

    Schemes & Benefits
    NHAI Toll Exemption for Defence Personnel: Full Guide
    NHAI toll exemption for defence personnel: full Rule 11 list, registration steps, tollgate basics, and every myth cleared with official sources.
    Schemes & Benefits
    FD Interest Rates for Government Employees 2026
    FD interest rates for government employees and defence personnel compared across banks, with pension corpus, tax, and retirement planning angles.
    DA & 8th CPC
    8th Pay Commission Chandigarh Visit: Sep 16-18 Dates
    8th Pay Commission Chandigarh meeting is set for 16-18 September 2026. Here is the application deadline, eligibility, and how to apply.
    Pension & NPS
    Zila Sainik Board Dependent Card: Is It Really Needed for Your Family?
    Many ex-servicemen believe the Zila Sainik Board Dependent Identity Card is compulsory for their family members. Learn what this card is truly for, what it isn't, and which documents actually matter for your family's benefits.
    Pension & NPS
    SPARSH Portal New Update 2026: Download Pension Circulars Without Login
    Defence pensioners can now access official Government circulars on OROP, gratuity, disability pension, and more directly from the SPARSH portal, without needing to log in.
    Govt Orders
    Kiren Rijiju Salary & Net Worth 2026
    Kiren Rijiju salary as a Union Minister is about ₹2.6 lakh a month and his net worth around ₹4.9 crore. Break-up of his pay, assets and Arunachal roots.
    Govt Orders
    Rajnath Singh Salary & Net Worth 2026
    Rajnath Singh salary as Defence Minister is about ₹2.6 lakh a month and his net worth around ₹7.4 crore. Full break-up of his pay, assets and simple roots.
    Schemes & Benefits
    CSD Canteen Smart Card 2026: Liquor & Grocery Limits
    CSD Canteen Smart Card 2026: monthly grocery and liquor limits by rank, the IMFL bottle quota, annual caps, and the new any-URC and two-month purchase rules.

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