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  Govt opposes lifetime ban on convicted politicians: 'Solely within domain of Parliament'

  India | February 26, 2025 17:49 IST

  Ban on convicted lawmakers: The central government has filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court opposing a PIL plea seeking a lifetime ban on politicians who are convicted offenders from being able to contest elections.

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  8th Pay Commission: How much will government employees' salaries increase? Here's the formula

  February 04, 2025 14:54 IST

  The 8th Pay Commission is expected to bring substantial salary and pension hikes for over 1 crore government employees. Find out how the Aykroyd Formula will affect the new pay structure, with salaries potentially rising to Rs 51,480 for employees and pensions increasing to Rs 25,740.

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  Is Centre bringing 125th Constitution Amendment during Budget Session? CM Himanta fuels speculations

  Assam | January 28, 2025 22:53 IST

  Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma was in Kokrajhar to mark the fifth anniversary of the Bodo Peace Accord, a tripartite agreement signed in 2020. The 125th CAB deals with amendments in the Sixth Schedule relating to the administration of tribal areas.

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  Central govt employees can now use over 380 'premium' trains under LTC travel | Check full list

  Business | January 18, 2025 12:07 IST

  The Central government employees must be knowing that the Leave Travel Concession (LTC) is a travel allowance scheme prepared for government employees, allowing them to visit their hometown or any destination within India over a four-year block period.

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  8th Pay Commission: What to expect for central government employees? FAQs

  January 16, 2025 18:51 IST

  The 8th Pay Commission, effective January 1, 2026, proposes a 34.1 per cent pay hike for central government employees, with a fitment factor of 2.28 and a minimum wage increase to Rs 41,000. Know about key changes, challenges, and recommendations here.

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  Budget 2025: Will govt announce 8th pay commission? What govt employees must know

  Budget | January 07, 2025 15:58 IST

  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget in the upcoming Budget Session of Parliament. The pre-budget consultations, which started on December 6, have concluded. The central government employees and pensioners are hence waiting for the announcement of the commission.

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  Yearender 2024: A look at 10 big announcements by Modi government

  India | December 23, 2024 18:01 IST

  Yearender 2024: The Modi government introduced several transformative policies and initiatives aimed at uplifting underprivileged communities and accelerating India’s development across various sectors. Let’s take a look at some of them.

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  Centre hikes copra Minimum Support Price by up to Rs 420 for 2025 season

  India | December 20, 2024 20:58 IST

  The MSP for 'milling copra' has been increased by Rs 420 to Rs 11,582 per quintal, while for 'ball copra' by Rs 100 to Rs 12,100 per quintal for 2025, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told media.

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  Modi govt to launch week-long good governance campaign from today: Know details here

  India | December 19, 2024 6:07 IST

  As part of Good Governance Week 2024, activities have been planned in New Delhi, States/UTs and all the districts across the country. A National level workshop will be organized in Dr Ambedkar International Center, New Delhi on December 23.

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  Will new cities be added under 'Smart Cities Mission'? Check Modi govt's response

  India | December 16, 2024 22:59 IST

  The Smart Cities Mission has played a pivotal role in redefining urban spaces by integrating technology, enhancing infrastructure, and addressing the challenges of urbanisation.

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  Arvind Kejriwal hits out at Centre over law and order in Delhi, holds Amit Shah 'accountable'

  Delhi | November 29, 2024 17:26 IST

  Arvind Kejriwal alleged that since Amit Shah assumed the role of Union Home Minister in 2019, the law and order situation in the national capital has worsened. He emphasised the need for immediate attention to address the security concerns of Delhi's residents.

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  Centre dispatches 90 additional security force companies to Manipur amid fresh violence

  Manipur | November 22, 2024 20:01 IST

  Amid fresh violence in Manipur, the Central Government has deployed 90 additional companies of security forces to restore law and order. This move comes as authorities work to prevent further escalation and ensure civilian safety, with a focus on stabilising the region.

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  Central govt pensioners to get additional pension after turning 80: Check new guidelines here

  Business | October 25, 2024 21:22 IST

  By implementing these changes, DoPPW seeks to make the system more accessible, helping senior pensioners navigate their benefits with greater ease and efficiency.

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  Flights bomb threats: Central govt reprimands X, asks to cooperate in investigation

  India | October 23, 2024 14:29 IST

  Over the last 9 days, nearly 170 flights, domestic and international, have received bomb threats. These threats turned out to bo hoaxes but caused widespread panic and financial losses to airlines.

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  Central govt would have hanged me by now had there been no democracy: Satyendar Jain | VIDEO

  India | October 19, 2024 12:49 IST

  Satyendar Jain bail: The Rouse Avenue Court on Friday (October 18) granted bail to AAP leader Jain in a money laundering case. He was arrested in May 2022 in this case and Special Judge Vishal Gogne granted bail to Satyendar Jain.

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  Modi govt approves 3 per cent DA hike ahead of Diwali: What does it mean? Explained

  Explainers | October 19, 2024 16:56 IST

  The Dearness Allowance/Dearness Relief is paid to central government employees/pensioners to adjust the cost of living and to protect their basic pay/pension from erosion in the real values. These are revised twice a year.

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  Modi Cabinet clears 3 per cent hike in DA for central govt employees ahead of Diwali

  Business | October 16, 2024 14:56 IST

  The Union Cabinet has approved a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners, raising it from 42% to 45%, effective from July 1, 2024, just in time for Diwali.

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  Big relief for consumers as govt begins tomatoes sale at subsidised rate of Rs 65 per kg in Delhi

  Delhi | October 07, 2024 18:15 IST

  The NCCF has launched a market intervention to address rising tomato prices by directly procuring the produce from mandis and offering it at a subsidized rate. To reach consumers effectively, NCCF has deployed mobile vans across 50 colonies in the national capital.

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  Good news for Railway employees: Centre approves Rs 2,029 crore bonus ahead of festive season

  India | October 03, 2024 23:23 IST

  The payment of productivity linked bonus acts as an incentive to motivate railway employees for working towards improvement in the performance of the Railways.

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  Centre rolls out 'PM Internship Scheme' for EWS unemployed youths: All you need to know about it

  India | October 03, 2024 18:15 IST

  Announced in the Union Budget 2024, the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme in Top Companies will also provide insurance coverage to the interns. The scheme will be implemented through an online portal developed by the corporate affairs ministry.