EPFO has discontinued UAN activation through its official portal, making the UMANG app with Aadhaar Face Authentication the new mandatory process. Key Highlights EPFO Introduces New UAN Activation Process The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced a new process for activating the Universal Account Number (UAN). The organisation has...
Higher Salary Benefits Expected Key Highlights The 8th Pay Commission is expected to bring a substantial increase in the salaries of central government employees, with House Rent Allowance (HRA) likely to witness a notable jump as revised basic pay comes into effect. Since HRA is calculated as a percentage of...
PF contribution rates, UAN and interest rules largely remain unchanged under the updated framework. Key Highlights New Delhi, July 3, 2026: The Central government has notified the Employees’ Provident Funds Scheme, 2026, replacing the decades-old EPF Scheme, 1952, under the Code on Social Security, 2020. The new scheme came into...
Dearness Allowance to rise to 38% from October, boosting salaries and pensions. Kolkata, June 22, 2026: The West Bengal government has announced a major relief package for state government employees and pensioners by approving a 20% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA). The announcement was made by Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta...
Employee and pensioner groups set to present demands as panel continues nationwide consultations. Lucknow, June 22, 2026: The 8th Pay Commission has begun a crucial two-day meeting in Lucknow, where representatives of employee and pensioner organizations are expected to present their demands and recommendations regarding salary and pension revisions. The...
Members can withdraw up to 75% instantly; full withdrawal still allowed under special conditions. New Delhi, June 21, 2026: Employees may soon find it easier to access their Provident Fund (PF) savings as the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) rolls out reforms under EPFO 3.0. The updated system aims to...
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