News for 'Dearness Relief'

IPL 2026, RCB vs MI: Can Royal Challengers batters snap two-match losing run vs Mumbai Indians?

IPL 2026, RCB vs MI: Can Royal Challengers batters snap two-match losing run vs Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be looking to improve their batting performance and end their two-match losing streak when they face Mumbai Indians. RCB's batting lineup needs to regain its form to secure a spot in the IPL playoffs.

Pakistan Brokers Ceasefire In Iran War

Pakistan Brokers Ceasefire In Iran War

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

'On behalf of the Islamic Republic of Iran, I express gratitude and appreciation for my dear brothers HE Prime Minister of Pakistan Sharif and HE Field Marshal Munir for their tireless efforts to end the war in the region.'

13 killed, 21 injured in blast at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh

13 killed, 21 injured in blast at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A boiler explosion at a power plant in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district resulted in nine fatalities and fifteen injuries, prompting rescue operations and a government investigation.

Diwali bonanza! DA for 1.18 cr govt staff hiked by 3%

Diwali bonanza! DA for 1.18 cr govt staff hiked by 3%

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday increased Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) by 3 per cent for about 49.19 lakh central government employees and 68.72 lakh pensioners.

Can Sitting Cross Legged Cause Knee Pain?

Can Sitting Cross Legged Cause Knee Pain?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan suggests how to recover from pain and injury-related illnesses.

Dearness allowance of central govt staff hiked by 4%

Dearness allowance of central govt staff hiked by 4%

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

Ahead of Diwali festival, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday increased the dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief by 4 per cent effective July 1, 2022, benefiting 41.85 lakh central government employees and 69.76 lakh pensioners. The additional instalment of DA and dearness relief (DR) is an increase of 4 per cent over the existing rate of 34 per cent of basic pay/pension. The combined impact on the exchequer on account of both DA and DR would be Rs 12,852.5 crore per annum, said Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur while briefing reporters about the decisions of the Union Cabinet.

'We Would Have Done Sholay Together But...'

'We Would Have Done Sholay Together But...'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

'Dharmendra has never coveted other actors' roles, never indulged in competitive games.' 'There is not a malicious bone in that rugged body.'

Cash row: No relief for Justice Varma as SC backs misconduct finding

Cash row: No relief for Justice Varma as SC backs misconduct finding

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court dismissed Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma's plea seeking invalidation of a report that found him guilty of misconduct in the cash discovery row.

DA for over 1 crore central govt staff, pensioners hiked by 3%

DA for over 1 crore central govt staff, pensioners hiked by 3%

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

The Centre on Wednesday increased the Dearness Allowance (DA) by 3 percentage points effective from July 1 this year, benefitting more than 1 crore employees and pensioners ahead of the Diwali festival. The Union Cabinet has approved to increase Dearness Allowance (DA) to central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners by three percentage points of the basic pay/pension ahead of Diwali, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said after the Cabinet meeting.

Central govt employees' DA hiked to 50% of basic pay

Central govt employees' DA hiked to 50% of basic pay

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

The Centre on Thursday hiked Dearness Allowance (DA) to 50 per cent of basic pay from the existing rate of 46 per cent effective from January 1 this year, benefitting over 1 crore employees and pensioners ahead of general elections. The Union Cabinet has approved to release an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners from January 1, 2024, representing an increase of 4 percentage points over the existing rate of 46 per cent of the basic pay/pension, to compensate against price rise, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said after the Cabinet meeting.

9 killed in stampede at Andhra Pradesh temple on Ekadashi

9 killed in stampede at Andhra Pradesh temple on Ekadashi

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

The public thought that something was falling and panicked. They fell from a height of about six feet. Since the collapse was from a height of six feet, one person fell on another, and that led to the incident, he added.

DA for central govt employees, pensioners hiked by 4%

DA for central govt employees, pensioners hiked by 4%

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

The Union Cabinet on Friday increased the dearness allowance and dearness relief by 4 per cent to 42 per cent to benefit 47.58 lakh central government employees and 69.76 lakh pensioners. The combined impact on the exchequer on account of both Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief will be Rs 12,815.60 crore per annum, I&B Minister Anurag Thakur told reporters after the meeting of Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA).

Kishtwar tragedy: A father searches for his daughter

Kishtwar tragedy: A father searches for his daughter

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

A father searches for his missing daughter after a devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed dozens and left many others untraced.

Kishtwar cloudburst: Mud-covered bodies, survivors reveal horror

Kishtwar cloudburst: Mud-covered bodies, survivors reveal horror

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

The shocking scenes of physical and psychological trauma unfolded on a massive scale as search and rescue operations were underway, digging out mud-buried bodies and rescuing the injured trapped in slush and rocks after flash floods triggered by a cloudburst devastated Chositi village in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Thursday.

DA for central govt employees hiked by 3%

DA for central govt employees hiked by 3%

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday hiked Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) by 3 per cent to 34 per cent to compensate for the price rise, benefitting over 1.16 crore central government employees and pensioners. The additional instalment will be effective from January 1, 2022, said an official release after the Cabinet meeting. "The Union Cabinet...has given its approval to release an additional instalment of DA to central government employees and DR to pensioners w.e.f. January 1, 2022, representing an increase of 3 per cent over the existing rate of 31 per cent of the Basic Pay/Pension, to compensate for price rise," an official statement said.

How To Treat Frozen Shoulder, Slip Disc

How To Treat Frozen Shoulder, Slip Disc

Rediff.com21 May 2025

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan, a senior consultant physiotherapist, guides you on how to identify and treat pain and injuries effectively.

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'I have a deep affection for Indian cricket. If someone asked me to come back, I wouldn't say no.'

Actor Vijay meets TN guv over sex assault at varsity

Actor Vijay meets TN guv over sex assault at varsity

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Actor-politician Vijay has urged Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi to take steps to ensure the safety of women in the state, amid outrage over the sexual assault of a woman student at a technical varsity. Vijay, the founder of the Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), met with the Governor and submitted a memorandum, calling for "protecting" law and order and ensuring women's safety in all places. Vijay's move was lauded by BJP state chief K Annamalai, who called for justice for the victim and urged functionaries of all parties to come forward. The TVK also pressed for the release of Central funds towards Cyclone Fenjal relief.

Govt hikes DA after to 28% effective July 1

Govt hikes DA after to 28% effective July 1

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

The decision on the DA and DR was taken at the Union Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Union Government had frozen the three additional instalments of the DA and DR which were due from January 1, 2020, July 1, 2020 and January 1, 2021. There will be no payment of arrears this time, as the rate of DA/DR for the period from January 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 shall remain at 17 per cent of basic pay/pension.

'My Mother Received An I-T Notice For...'

'My Mother Received An I-T Notice For...'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

rediffGURU Vipul Bhavsar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

DA hike to 31% effective from July 1: FinMin

DA hike to 31% effective from July 1: FinMin

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Dearness Allowance for central government employees has been hiked to 31 per cent of the basic pay from 28 per cent with effect from July 1, 2021, the Finance Ministry said. In an office memorandum, the Department of Expenditure, under the Finance Ministry, said the term 'basic pay' means the pay drawn as per the 7th pay commission matrix and does not include any other type of pay like special pay, etc. "....the Dearness Allowance payable to central government employees shall be enhanced from the existing rate of 28 per cent to 31 per cent of the basic pay with effect from July 1, 2021," said the office memorandum dated October 25.

New Tax Regime: 'How Much Tax Do I Pay in 2025-26?'

New Tax Regime: 'How Much Tax Do I Pay in 2025-26?'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries.

NPS vs UPS: Which is Best for YOU?

NPS vs UPS: Which is Best for YOU?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Switching to the UPS could be a game-changer for your retirement planning, especially if you value guaranteed benefits and higher government contributions, observes Ramalingam Kalirajan.

How To Get Relief From Knee Pain

How To Get Relief From Knee Pain

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

rediffGURU Rebecca Pinto, a physiotherapist and nutritionist, has been helping patients with physical difficulties resulting from illness, injuries and ageing.

Govt hikes DA for govt employees, pensioners by 4%

Govt hikes DA for govt employees, pensioners by 4%

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

It will benefit about 48.34 lakh central government employees and 65.26 lakh pensioners.

DA hiked by 6%, to benefit 1 crore employees, pensioners

DA hiked by 6%, to benefit 1 crore employees, pensioners

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

The government on Wednesday announced that dearness allowance for govt employees has been hiked to 6 per cent.

Govt approves 100% DA, Rs 1,000 minimum monthly pension

Govt approves 100% DA, Rs 1,000 minimum monthly pension

Rediff.com28 Feb 2014

The move will benefit 50 lakh (5 million) employees and 30 lakh (3 million) pensioners.

'Children wake up in middle of night, fearing landslides'

'Children wake up in middle of night, fearing landslides'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

With their near and dear ones gone and staring at an uncertain future, survivors recount their most traumatic experience ever that unfolded in the wee hours of July 30.

'Unmarried Couple Harassed by Neighbour. Pls Help'

'Unmarried Couple Harassed by Neighbour. Pls Help'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

rediffGURU Dr Ashish Sehgal counsels individuals on how to resolve conflicts and prioritise mental wellbeing.

Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, dies at 100

Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, dies at 100

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president and a champion of peace and human rights, has died at the age of 100. Carter, who was known for his work with the Carter Center, promoting democracy and conflict resolution, was also a close friend of India. He visited the country in 1978, forging a lasting relationship between the two nations.

Dear Nirmalaji, please incentivise savings

Dear Nirmalaji, please incentivise savings

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Esha Wali, who is the vice president of technology at a Mumbai bank, tells Rediff.com's A Ganesh Nadar what she would like to see in Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget.

Maharashtra farmers seek better pricing for produce

Maharashtra farmers seek better pricing for produce

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

A group of onion traders gathered at the Pimpalgaon Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC), near Nashik, to inspect one of the season's final harvests of red onions as they look to place their bids. They were surrounded by farmers, who brought their produce here from different parts of the district. Farmers have reasons to be optimistic.

Kerala looks at early rehabilitation of Wayanad's disaster-hit

Kerala looks at early rehabilitation of Wayanad's disaster-hit

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Land, houses and other infrastructure facilities required for the rehabilitation procedure would be constructed at the earliest, the authorities said.

7 Physio Tips For A Slimmer Waistline

7 Physio Tips For A Slimmer Waistline

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Start with 20 to 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio -- like brisk walking, cycling, or jogging -- three to five times per week to increase calorie burn, says rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan.

Govt revises pensions under OROP effective from July 1, 2019

Govt revises pensions under OROP effective from July 1, 2019

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

The decision taken at a meeting of the Union Cabinet presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi will result in an additional annual expenditure of Rs 8,450 crore, according to the defence ministry.

Modi's pre-poll gift: DA hiked by 3%

Modi's pre-poll gift: DA hiked by 3%

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

The hike will benefit about 48.41 lakh central government employees and 62.03 lakh pensioners.

Bright Diwali for central staff as govt hikes DA by 5%

Bright Diwali for central staff as govt hikes DA by 5%

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the 5 per cent additional DA/DR (dearness relief) over the existing rate of 12 per cent of the basic pay/pension due in July 2019, the government said.

Mirabai Chanu disappoints: No medal in Paris Olympics

Mirabai Chanu disappoints: No medal in Paris Olympics

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Mirabai Chanu's dream of clinching a second successive Olympic medal was dashed

Five smart ways to use your bonus, DA windfall

Five smart ways to use your bonus, DA windfall

Rediff.com24 Mar 2010

Windfall gains are easier to dream about than manage. Here is some advice on using the money:

How To Deal With Bad Breath, Yellow Teeth?

How To Deal With Bad Breath, Yellow Teeth?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Bad breath or 'halitosis' can have many causes such as decayed teeth, infected gums or even respiratory or gastrointestinal infections, points out rediffGURU Dr Shyam Jamalabad.