Military Veterans Welfare
Rules, Regulations and Updated orders & Instructions on Indian Defence related issues
DoPPW Releases Minutes of 35th SCOVA Meeting Held Under the Chairmanship of Dr. Jitendra Singh The Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, has released the official minutes of the 35th Meeting of the Standing Committee of Voluntary Agencies (SCOVA) held on 10 March 2026 at CSOI, KG … Read more
Every year thousands of young aspirants dream of becoming officers in the Indian Army. However, many candidates are confused about whether they should choose the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun or the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. Although both academies train Army officers, they lead to different types of commissions, career paths, and retirement benefits. … Read more
The Ministry of Defence (MoD), Government of India, through the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DESW), has launched the DESW Internship Scheme, offering Indian students and young graduates a unique opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to policies and welfare initiatives designed for India’s veteran community. The internship allows participants to study and understand various aspects of … Read more
Armed Forces personnel and veterans are entitled to buy car from CSD in concessional rate as applicable for CSD. In this article we will know rank wise CSD car purchase eligibility. The Canteen Stores Department (CSD) has issued revised guidelines regarding the purchase of four-wheelers through the Armed Forces Personnel (AFD) portal. The policy, effective … Read more
Important Advisory for Ex-Servicemen and Family Pensioners Receiving Defence Pension A serious advisory has been issued for defence pensioners, family pensioners, and SPARSH users following reports of misleading information being circulated on social media regarding unofficial WhatsApp services and fake contact numbers purportedly associated with SPARSH and the Office of the Principal Controller of Defence … Read more
SPARSH ek comprehensive digital platform hai jo Ministry of Defence ke under, Principal Controller of Defence Accounts dwara develop aur maintain kiya gaya hai. Yeh ek centralized system hai jo defence pension se related sabhi services ka end-to-end management provide karta hai. SPARSH ke through defence pensioners—jaise ex-servicemen, defence civilians aur unke families—bahut hi aasani … Read more
Whether you are in service or retired, you are entitled to get Liquor quota from CSD. In this article we will discuss the details of revised quota of Liquor in 2026. The Canteen Stores Department (CSD) provides subsidized liquor facilities to eligible serving defence personnel, ex-servicemen, and certain dependent categories through authorized military canteens. The … Read more
Major Decision on Pay Fixation for Re-employed Ex-Servicemen in Department of Posts Thousands of re-employed Ex-Servicemen serving in Central Government departments have been fighting for their rightful pay fixation benefits for decades. To address this long-standing anomaly, a draft Office Memorandum (OM) has already been prepared proposing a uniform pay fixation framework for all ranks … Read more
Thousands of Central Government employees, Defence Personnel, and Pensioners who retired just one day before their annual increment date have received significant relief following the landmark Supreme Court judgment on 11 April 2023. The Court clarified that an annual increment is not a reward for future service but an entitlement earned through the previous year’s … Read more
The Record Office (RO) is the most important administrative authority for every soldier and veteran of the Indian Army. It acts as the permanent custodian of a soldier’s service records and personal documents throughout service and even after retirement. Whether a soldier is serving, retired, or a family pensioner, the Record Office remains the primary … Read more
How to Get Arrears and refix your Pay and Pension If you were promoted during the implementation of the 6th Central Pay Commission (6th CPC) or had already been promoted before 01 January 2006, this article is especially relevant to you. Due to incorrect pay fixation under the 6th CPC, many soldiers received lower basic … Read more
NPS vs UPS for Re-employed Ex-Servicemen : A Detailed Analysis The introduction of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) has created significant interest among Central Government employees covered under the National Pension System (NPS). For re-employed ex-servicemen working in government departments, PSUs, autonomous bodies, and other civil organizations, the decision between NPS and UPS can have … Read more
What Is Disability Pension Disability pension is paid to service members who suffer a medical disability attributable to, or aggravated by, military service. In some cases two different components may be credited through separate Pension Payment Orders (PPOs), yet both parts constitute “disability pension” for tax purposes. After introduction of SPARSH, Service element and disability element/pension is combined … Read more
Financial Relief for Armed Forces Families Through Home Loan Interest Subsidy Owning a house is a lifelong dream for every family. Recognizing the sacrifices made by military personnel and their families, the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) provides a special financial assistance scheme in the form of interest subsidy on home loans for War Widows, War … Read more
Major Financial Boost for Agniveers in 2026 The Indian Army has announced an important update in 2026 that brings significant financial benefits for Agniveers serving across various operational and field areas. According to the latest advisory, both the Risk & Hardship Allowance (RHA) and Dress Allowance have been revised upward, providing additional financial support to … Read more
SPARSH PPO Number Changed After Migration? Don’t Worry Many defence pensioners and family pensioners have recently noticed that their old PPO (Pension Payment Order) number is no longer accepted on the SPARSH portal. This has created confusion and login issues for thousands of pensioners. The reason is simple: during migration from the legacy pension system … Read more
The clarification came in response to concerns raised by Kerala Member of Parliament Kodikunnil Suresh regarding reports that some beneficiaries were facing difficulties while availing CSD canteen facilities, particularly concerning ATM card usage and purchases made by attendants. The Defence Minister’s response provides significant relief to veterans and their families by reaffirming that the long-standing … Read more
A New Debate on Wage Determination Ahead of the 8th Central Pay Commission The 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) has begun receiving representations from Service Associations, federations, pensioners’ bodies, and individual employees. A key issue emerging from these submissions is the demand for a revised minimum wage calculation based on a daily requirement of … Read more
What Is the NPS Retirement Income Scheme (RIS)? The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) introduced the Retirement Income Scheme (RIS) and Drawdown options under the National Pension System (NPS) on 15 May 2026. This initiative fundamentally changes how retirees can access their accumulated pension wealth. Until now, NPS subscribers had a binary choice … Read more
India’s defense modernization program is entering a new phase with the development of advanced electronic warfare systems, next-generation missile technologies, special operations platforms, and indigenous artillery solutions. At the same time, emerging geopolitical developments in South Asia are creating new strategic challenges for Indian defense planners. From DRDO’s highly secretive MITHYA electronic warfare system to … Read more