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DA was hiked to 50 percent in March 2024, consequent to which Gratuity ceiling is automatically hiked as per rules.

Latest on DA hike: The Central government increased the dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) by 4% in March 2024. This hike in DA to 50% also increased various components of a central government employee’s salary.

The Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees was increased by 4% to 50%. Dearness relief (DR) for retirees of the central government has been increased by 4% to 50% to counteract price hikes.

India Business News: The central government has recently announced a 4% hike in Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, effective from January 1, 2024. This adjustment will increase the DR to 50% for eligible pensioners. Eligibility and calculation details are provided in a March 13, 2024 Office Memorandum from the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW). Here's what you need to know about who qualifies for this increase and when they can expect to receive it.

7th pay Commission: The government sanctioned a 4 per cent rise in DA for central employees which will be effective from January 2024.