The Indian central government has officially confirmed an increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) to 60% for all central government employees by December 2025. This decision aims to shield employees from the persistent impact of inflation, ensuring better purchasing power and financial stability. This increment is part of a biannual revision mechanism. The DA is reviewed … Read more
In the 2025 Union Budget, the Government of India is poised to formally launch the long-anticipated labor reforms under a new legal framework. These labor codes aim to merge, modernize, and simplify India’s outdated labor regulations. By streamlining 29 central laws into four consolidated codes, the government targets enhanced social security for employees and improved … Read more
In a strategic move to improve the user experience for Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) members, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has raised the auto-settlement threshold for advance claims from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh. This significant policy upgrade was officially approved during the latest Central Board of Trustees (CBT) meeting in May 2025. It … Read more
In a pivotal update as of May 2025, the Government of India has officially merged the Dearness Allowance (DA) with the basic salary for Central Government employees and pensioners. This policy change affects over 50 lakh serving employees and around 65 lakh retirees. While the merger has brought some welcome improvements to salary structures, many … Read more
For students pursuing or recently graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a similar technical field, Deloitte India is offering an outstanding internship opportunity in May 2025. Interns selected for the Digital Excellence Centre (DEC) will receive a monthly stipend of ₹30,000 and gain unparalleled real-world experience. But this internship isn’t just about … Read more
In May 2025, the Supreme Court of India passed a landmark judgment that dramatically reshapes the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS-95). The decision raises the minimum monthly pension to ₹7,500 and introduces Dearness Allowance (DA) as a permanent feature, ensuring inflation-adjusted pensions for retirees. This long-anticipated verdict benefits around 78 lakh pensioners across the country who … Read more
Deloitte, a global leader in professional services, has taken a major step in strengthening its footprint in India by opening a new office in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, as of May 2025. This expansion highlights Deloitte’s continued investment in India’s emerging cities and aligns with Uttar Pradesh’s strategic push to become a $1 trillion economy by … Read more