रंगों का भारत: परंपरा आस्था और उत्सव की अद्भुत होली

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भारत विविधताओं का देश है—भाषा, संस्कृति, परंपरा और आस्था की अनगिनत रंगों से सजा हुआ। होली का पर्व इन रंगों को एक सूत्र में पिरो देता है। यह केवल रंगों का त्योहार नहीं, बल्कि प्रेम, भाईचारे और सांस्कृतिक एकता का जीवंत प्रतीक है। देश के अलग-अलग राज्यों में होली अलग अंदाज़ में मनाई जाती है, … Read more

8th Central Pay Commission Questionnaire Released: Government Invites Structured Inputs from Employees & Pensioners

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In a significant development towards the implementation of the 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC), the Office of the Comptroller & Auditor General of India (CAG) has issued an official communication dated 25 February 2026 regarding the circulation of the 8th CPC Questionnaire. The questionnaire has been placed online to invite structured suggestions and responses … Read more

Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 Recruitment

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Last Date Extended • Age Limit Increased • 10+2 Pass Eligible ✈ The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 Recruitment under the Agnipath Scheme, inviting applications from eligible Indian youths who wish to serve the nation through four-year contractual engagement as Agniveervayu personnel. Important Update: Last Date … Read more

Family Pension for Armed Forces Personnel

Family Pension for Armed Forces Personnel

A Comprehensive Guide Based on Pension Regulations for the Army, Navy and Air Force Service in the Indian Armed Forces is not merely employment—it is a lifelong commitment to national security. Recognizing this extraordinary responsibility, the Government of India has established a structured and legally defined Family Pension system under the Pension Regulations for the … Read more

Armed Forces & the Disability Law Gap: A Question Few Are Asking

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How many citizens are aware that combatant personnel of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force are excluded from the protections of India’s disability rights laws? While India has progressively strengthened disability protections through the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995 and later the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, a critical and … Read more

SPARSH will Deduct DR with Life Certificate ? Analysis of PCDA Circular No. 200 and Pension Regulations

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Re-employment after military retirement is common among Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) and Other Ranks (ORs). However, confusion persists regarding Dearness Relief (DR) on pension and pay fixation rules in Central/State Government offices, PSUs, autonomous bodies, and banks. The PCDA (Pensions) Circular No. 200 dated 12 April 2018 provides authoritative clarification on when DR is admissible … Read more

Defense Ministry Approves 100% Increase in Financial Assistance for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and Their Dependents

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Govt Welfare Schemes for Exservicemen On 15 October 2025, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) issued a statement confirming that the Ministry of Defence, under the approval of the Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has sanctioned a 100% increase in financial assistance under various welfare schemes for ex-servicemen (ESM) and their dependents. This decision reflects the government’s … Read more

Wearing of Medals by Ex-Servicemen on Civil Attire — Official Guidelines

Let’s hold the Legacy of Wearing Medals by Exservicemen Medals are not just metallic insignia — they are symbols of honour, service, sacrifice, and the lifelong pride of having served the nation in uniform. Even after retirement, ex-servicemen remain ambassadors of the Indian Armed Forces. Wearing medals on civil attire during appropriate occasions serves as … Read more

Jawans Won : Delhi High Court Finally Accepts AFT Orders in favour of Soldiers

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What was the case ? The Union of India filed a series of writ petitions in Delhi High Court challenging the orders passed by various Benches of the Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT). These orders had granted disability pension benefits to retired armed forces personnel (both officers and other ranks) whose disabilities were incurred during or … Read more

Why Govt Should Start Additional Pension from 65 Years Instead of 80 – A Critical Look at the Parliamentary Recommendation

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Introduction: The Pension Dilemma in India India’s senior citizen population is rapidly growing, and so are their financial and health-related needs. One significant concern raised in the Lok Sabha was about the age threshold for receiving additional pension. Currently, 20% extra pension is provided only after the age of 80, but a Parliamentary Standing Committee … Read more