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PCMC withdraws Rs 50,000 fuel allowance proposal; Mayor cancelled foreign tour

PCMC withdraws Rs 50,000 fuel allowance proposal; Mayor cancelled foreign tour

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The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) on Wednesday withdrew a proposal to increase the monthly fuel allowance for civic officials to Rs 50,000 following criticism and concerns over fuel conservation. The proposal had appeared on the agenda during a Standing Committee meeting and quickly sparked public debate. PCMC Commissioner Vijay Suryawanshi confirmed that the proposal was cancelled during the meeting. Mayor cancels his proposed Baku visit Meanwhile, Pune Mayor Ravi Landge also cancelled his proposed foreign visit to Baku in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. The Mayor’s office stated that the administration remains committed to responsible governance, transparency and acting in the public interest. According to a statement issued by the Mayor’s office, the proposal regarding the fuel allowance hike had already been kept under review and would be formally withdrawn during the General Body proceedings scheduled for May 15, 2026. RTI activist questions proposed fuel expenses RTI activist Vijay Kumbhar strongly criticised the proposed increase, questioning the justification behind such a large fuel allowance. He pointed out that Rs …

Dearness Allowance hike likely in April 2026 for central govt employees; arrears also expected| India News

Dearness Allowance hike likely in April 2026 for central govt employees; arrears also expected| India News

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Central government employees are likely to receive a salary increase in April 2026, as an announcement regarding the January 2026 Dearness Allowance (DA) hike is expected next month. If this happens, both employees and pensioners will see an increase in their April 2026 payments. According to official estimates, the move will benefit approximately 50 lakh serving central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners nationwide. (Bloomberg) According to a report by Live Hindustan, the DA hike is revised twice a year. The first revision usually takes place in March, around Holi, and is effective from January 1. The second revision happens in October/November and is effective from July 1. However, this year, no announcement regarding a DA hike was made during Holi. It is therefore quite possible that the hike may be announced in April, the report said. How much will the hike be? Currently, the DA for central government employees stands at 58%. According to the aforementioned report, there could be an increase of 2–3%, which would take the DA to 60% or 61%. This …

Punjab govt raises daily food allowance for drug rehab centre inmates to ₹200

Punjab govt raises daily food allowance for drug rehab centre inmates to ₹200

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The Punjab health department has increased the daily food allowance for inmates at drug de-addiction and rehabilitation centres across Punjab from ₹150 to ₹200 per person for three meals. The department has also introduced a standardised food menu to improve nutrition for patients undergoing treatment. Earlier in January, the Punjab government had fixed ₹150 per inmate for three meals a day, a decision that drew criticism from employees of de-addiction centres. (AP File) The revised menu includes fruits, salad, dry fruits, paneer or eggs once a week, and a daily serving of lassi supplied by Verka, according to an order issued by deputy director (mental health) Dr Rohini Goyal to all civil surgeons. According to the order, a copy of which is with HT, the move aims to ensure balanced meals for patients and bring uniformity in the food served at rehabilitation centres across the state. Earlier in January, the Punjab government had fixed ₹150 per inmate for three meals a day, a decision that drew criticism from employees of de-addiction centres. According to the …

Section of Bengal govt employees on ‘cease-work’ over dearness allowance dues

Section of Bengal govt employees on ‘cease-work’ over dearness allowance dues

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A commotion broke out outside Khadya Bhavan, the headquarters of the West Bengal Food and Civil Supplies Department, on Friday (March 13, 2026) as a section of State government employees tried to prevent colleagues from entering the office during a ‘cease-work’ agitation over pending dearness allowance. The protest was called by the ‘Sangrami Joutha Mancha’ (Joint Movement Forum) to press the State government for payment of DA arrears, and implementation of a recent Supreme Court direction on the issue. Forum leader Bhaskar Ghosh claimed that most State government employees abstained from work, and said the protesters appealed to those who turned up to stay away in solidarity with the agitation. “We offered red roses to those who came to work, requesting them not to attend office today. Many listened, while those who did not acted as per their conscience,” he told reporters. Mr. Ghosh denied allegations that protesters blocked vehicles from entering the premises on Free School Street, and alleged that “provocations came from a few pro-TMC government employees”. However, a spokesperson of the Trinamool …

Mamata govt announces Rs 1,500 monthly allowance under Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme 2026 – check eligibility, how to apply | Kolkata News

Mamata govt announces Rs 1,500 monthly allowance under Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme 2026 – check eligibility, how to apply | Kolkata News

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2 min readFeb 13, 2026 08:05 PM IST Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme 2026: The West Bengal government has announced that its new scheme, ‘Banglar Yuva Sathi’, will be launched from April 1. The scheme was earlier scheduled to be introduced in August. On Tuesday, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that applications for the Banglar Yuva Sathi scheme will open from February 15. Here’s a look at who is eligible for the scheme and how to apply: Banglar Yuva Sathi eligibility In the interim budget 2026, the West Bengal government announced the ‘Banglar Yuva Sathi’ scheme to provide financial support to individuals aged 21-40 who have passed secondary school until they secure employment. In addition, the applicant must also be a resident of West Bengal to be eligible for the financial assistance. However, those who are already receiving benefits under other state government welfare schemes, apart from the scholarships (Aikyasree, Medhasree, smart card schemes like ‘Sikhasree’ and Swami Vivekananda merit-cum-scholarship), would not be eligible for the ‘Banglar Yuva Sathi’ scheme. Banglar Yuva Sathi Scheme: How to apply …

Odisha CM unveils new SOG training centre, announces risk allowance for anti-naxal forces

Odisha CM unveils new SOG training centre, announces risk allowance for anti-naxal forces

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Bhubaneswar, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday inaugurated a new training and briefing centre along with a state-of-the-art counter-terrorism training complex of the Special Operations Group at Chandaka to strengthen operational capabilities of the state’s elite anti-Maoist force. Odisha CM unveils new SOG training centre, announces risk allowance for anti-naxal forces He also inaugurated 16 police stations, 70 police quarters, barracks, armouries, office and administrative buildings in 16 districts. Majhi said the new training and briefing centre of the SOG will enable training of up to 400 personnel at a time. Lauding the role of the SOG in anti-naxal operations, the CM said the government is committed to cracking down on organisations and individuals involved in violence. He called on the Maoists to surrender and join society’s mainstream and become pilots of the state’s progress. The chief minister said the state would certainly meet the Centre’s target of eliminating Left Wing Extremism by March 2026. He said the recent mass surrender of 22 Maoists in Malkangiri district was an encouraging step in this …

From Rs 1 lakh to over Rs 3 lakh: Odisha MLAs pass Bill for 3-fold hike to their salary, allowance | India News

From Rs 1 lakh to over Rs 3 lakh: Odisha MLAs pass Bill for 3-fold hike to their salary, allowance | India News

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Members of the Odisha Legislative Assembly will get a three-fold hike in their monthly salary and allowances as the House passed a Bill in this regard on Tuesday. Officials said the monthly salary and allowances of the MLAs was increased to around Rs 3.45 lakh, compared to around Rs 1 lakh that they get at present. “Keeping in view the inflationary situation, prevailing rate of salaries and allowances of members and pension and other allowances of ex-members in different states and the recommendation of the advisory committee of Odisha Legislative Assembly, it is considered desirable to enhance the salaries and allowances,” said Parliamentary Affairs Minister Mukesh Mahaling, who moved the Bill in the House. The minister said the salary and allowances of the members have remained static for the past seven years and was last hiked in September 2018. Members across party lines voted to pass the Bill. As per the provisions of the Bill, the monthly basic salary of a legislator has been increased to Rs 90,000 from Rs 35,000. The members of the …

Now, Bihar MLAs, MLCs to receive Rs 8,300 monthly telephone allowance

Now, Bihar MLAs, MLCs to receive Rs 8,300 monthly telephone allowance

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The facilities for members of the Bihar Legislature, both MLAs and MLCs, have been expanded.   From now on, legislators will receive a monthly telephone allowance of Rs 8,300, and they will no longer be required to submit vouchers or bills for reimbursement. State Parliamentary Affairs Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary on Thursday presented a copy of the Bihar Legislature Members` Salary, Allowances and Pension (Amendment) Rules, 2025 in the House, formally introducing the new system. Under this rule, legislators may use any number of phone connections, whether one or ten, with all expenses covered under the fixed monthly amount. This move is being viewed as part of the government`s effort to modernise legislative functioning. In another major development, Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan has approved 11 important bills passed by the Legislature. The timing of this approval is significant as the enhanced telephone allowance for MLAs and MLCs has already generated sharp political reactions. Among the approved legislation is the Bihar Appropriation (No. 3) Bill, 2025, which outlines the state`s financial roadmap, and the Bihar …

Section of Bengal govt employees on ‘cease-work’ over dearness allowance dues

Dearness Allowance for judges, judicial officials raised to 58% in Andhra Pradesh

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The Andhra Pradesh government has announced a Dearness Allowance (DA) hike for serving and retired members of the judiciary. Minister for Law and Justice N. Md. Farooq said on Thursday that the Law Department issued orders raising the DA for High Court judges, judicial officers, retired judges, pensioners, and family pensioners to 58% from the existing 55%. The decision followed a communication from the Law Ministry, the Minister said in a release. The revised DA rate would be effective from July 1, 2025, he added. Published – December 04, 2025 07:01 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Uttar Pradesh DA hike Cabinet approves 2 per cent hike for state government employees good news Dearness Allowance

Uttar Pradesh DA hike Cabinet approves 2 per cent hike for state government employees good news Dearness Allowance

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Uttar Pradesh DA hike: CM Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh Government increases Dearness Allowance (DA) for State Government employees by 2% with effect from 1st January 2025 – from 53% to 55%. Uttar Pradesh DA hike: The Uttar Pradesh government increased the Dearness Allowance (DA) of state government employees by 2 per cent on Wednesday (April 9). CM Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh Government increases Dearness Allowance for State Government employees by 2% with effect from 1st January 2025- from 53 per cent to 55 per cent. A big gift for the state employees by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, as the CM has approved a 2 per cent increase in the Dearness Allowance for government employees. Around 16 lakh state employees will get benefits from this. The approved increase in Dearness Allowance will be effective from January 1, 2025. (Image Source : INDIA TV )Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approves 2 per cent DA hike for state employees. The Government of India has decided to provide a Dearness Allowance at the rate of 55% of the basic salary to employees …