Central government employees are expected to receive a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) starting July, following an increase in the Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) to 150.8 in May. This adjustment will lead to a significant salary jump for millions of employees. Additionally, updates regarding the 8th Pay Commission suggest it may be implemented from January 2026, with the official DA announcement likely around October or Diwali. https://odishasambad.in/central-government-employees-da-hike-7th-vs-8th-pay-commission-arrears-news/ #creator program