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Every revision to Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance and other central allowances, tracked and explained. See the revised rates, the arrears position and exactly what each change adds to your salary.
IDA Rate July 2026: New Rates for CPSE Staff
IDA rate July 2026 is out: DPE has revised Industrial Dearness Allowance for CPSE executives and supervisors under 1987, 1997, 2007 and 2017 pay scales.
Night Duty Allowance for Defence Staff: What the New Order Means for Your Pay
The Ministry of Finance recently issued an important order on Night Duty Allowance (NDA) for employees in Defence Establishments. This guide explains how NDA is calculated, who benefits, and what it means for your monthly salary.
Nirmala Sitharaman Salary & Net Worth 2026
Nirmala Sitharaman salary as Finance Minister is about ₹2.6 lakh a month and her net worth ₹2.75 crore. Full break-up of her pay, assets, scooter and perks.
Children Education Allowance 2026: ₹2,812.50 Per Child, No Bills Needed
Children Education Allowance 2026 is ₹2,812.50/month per child — fixed, no bills needed. See the new CEA & Hostel Subsidy rates, who's eligible and how to claim.
Expected DA from July 2026: How Much Will Your DA Rise? (63% Projected)
Expected DA from July 2026 is 63% — a 3% hike from 60% — based on AICPI-IW data up to May 2026. See the exact rupee gain for your pay level, how it is calculated, the arrears, and when it becomes official. Free DA calculator inside.
Confirmed: DA/DR from July 2026 at 63% — AICPIN May 2026 Locks the 3% Hike
The Labour Bureau's AICPI-IW for May 2026 (150.8) locks Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief for July 2026 at 63% — a confirmed 3% rise from 60%. Here is the official position, the rupee impact on your salary, arrears, and when the formal order is expected.
DA Hiked to 60% from January 2026: What It Adds to Your Salary
Dearness Allowance for Central Government employees rises to 60% from January 2026. Here is the exact rupee impact on each pay level, the arrears position, and how it interacts with the 8th CPC.
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