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Updates on Disability Pension applicable to Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force Officers, JCOs/WO and other Ranks as per Pension Regulations for the Army 2008 (2021), ER & GMO 2023 and extended Govt orders and instructions thereof.

Strategic Victory for Retirees: Centre Confirms Notional Increment for Pension Calculation in Rajya Sabha

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In a landmark confirmation that brings clarity to thousands of former Central Government employees, the Union Government has officially validated the issuance of orders regarding notional increments for pensionary benefits. This development marks the culmination of a protracted legal and administrative struggle for retirees who stepped down just hours before their scheduled annual increments. The … Read more

CSD towards Aadhaar Biometric Billing System

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What the matter is ? A retired Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) has, over the past few years, submitted multiple applications and DO letters to the then General Officer Commanding (GOC), Dakshin Bharat Area, highlighting serious operational and systemic issues related to Dakshin Bharat Area Canteens (DBACs) and their Extension Counters (ECs). In the interest of … Read more

Exservicemen Must Follow – AGI Extended Insurance Benefit 2026 – Complete Guide

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Background and Objective of Army Group Insurance (Extended) Benefit for Exservicemen Family The Extended Insurance Benefit 2026 has been introduced to ensure continued financial protection to defence personnel and eligible beneficiaries beyond the standard insurance coverage period. The scheme primarily aims to safeguard families of service personnel and ex-servicemen against financial hardship arising from death … Read more

Will Commutation Deduction Stop after 11 Years ? Court Orders Speaks Different

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Allahabad HC: Employees Cannot Challenge Pension Terms Accepted “With Open Eyes” — Commutation Plea Rejected 1. Case Overview Retired employees of Punjab National Bank challenged the 15‑year commutation restoration period stipulated in the Punjab National Bank (Employee) Pension Regulation, 1995, arguing it should be reduced to 10 years since deductions matched the lump‑sum commutation within … Read more

Visit Republic Day Celebration 2026 in Delhi : Online and Offline Sale of Tickets

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Visit Republic Day Celebration 2026 in Delhi : Online and Offline Sale of Tickets

Introduction The Government of India has issued an official Press Release regarding the online and offline sale of tickets for events associated with the Republic Day Celebration (RDC) 2026. These events include the Republic Day Parade, Beating the Retreat (Full Dress Rehearsal), and Beating the Retreat Ceremony. The notification outlines ticket prices, sale dates, purchasing … Read more

Project ECHS – Sewa Aur Samman: AWAA Certificate for Volunteers under ECHS Initiative

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The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), under the Ministry of Defence, has launched a socially significant initiative titled “Project ECHS – Sewa Aur Samman” with the objective of strengthening support services for ECHS beneficiaries through structured volunteer engagement. To recognise and honour voluntary service rendered under this initiative, eligible volunteers are awarded the AWAA Certificate, … Read more

No Deduction from Family Pension Towards Commutation After Death of Pensioner : Support Service Available

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MILITARY PENSION RULES

Background: What is Pension Commutation? Under the Central Civil Services (Commutation of Pension) Rules, 1981, a government servant (including defence civilian pensioners and similar categories) is allowed to commute up to 40% of his pension. This system is widely used by pensioners, including many Ex-Servicemen (ESM), to meet post-retirement financial needs such as housing, medical … Read more

ECHS Recruitment 2026: for Ex-Servicemen & Medical Professionals

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ECHS RECRUITMENT FOR EXSERVICEMEN

The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has officially announced its Recruitment Drive for 2026, opening up 175 contractual vacancies across medical, paramedical, technical, and administrative categories. This recruitment drive is a significant opportunity for Ex-Servicemen (ESM), retired defence personnel, and qualified civilian medical professionals who wish to serve the veteran community while continuing their professional … Read more

Double Gratuity for Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Facts Rules Myths and Legal Position

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Gratuity Rules and Recent Changes Gratuity is a statutory retirement benefit paid in recognition of long and continuous service. For Ex-Servicemen (ESM) who retire from the Armed Forces and later join civil employment (Central/State Government, PSU, Autonomous Bodies, Banks, etc.), a long-standing question arises: Is an Ex-Serviceman entitled to gratuity twice—once for military service and … Read more