The government typically announces DA hikes twice a year, however, unions argue that the current method no longer reflects the real cost of living in today’s economy.

Central government employees' unions have demanded a change in the Dearness Allowance (DA) calculation formula, arguing that the current method underestimates real living costs. With the 8th Pay ...

Employee unions are continuing to push for a major change in the upcoming 8th Pay Commission, demanding that the “family unit” used for minimum wage calculations be increased from 3 to 5 members. They ...