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The much-awaited 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) has received another extension for collecting important information related to salaries, allowances, pensions, and manpower across various Central Government departments. The deadline, which was expected to end earlier, has now been pushed to July 31, 2026. This extension gives ministries and departments additional time to submit detailed … Read more

Buying a car through the Canteen Stores Department (CSD) is one of the biggest benefits available to serving and retired defence personnel in India. Every year, many armed forces members and veterans wait for the latest updates regarding eligibility, price limits, and purchase rules before planning their next vehicle. In 2026, the CSD continues to … Read more

The CSD AFD (Against Firm Demand) Portal has become one of the most useful online services for serving defence personnel, ex-servicemen, and eligible dependents across India. Instead of visiting CSD depots repeatedly to complete paperwork, beneficiaries can now register, log in, and purchase eligible items through the online portal from the comfort of their homes. … Read more

The Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) Scheme has always been an important financial protection program for employees covered under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF). With the introduction of the Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme, 2026, the government has brought updated provisions through Gazette Notification G.S.R. 526(E). The revised rules aim to make the scheme more … Read more

The Government of West Bengal has announced an important step toward improving services for retired defence personnel by making the Digital Smart Card mandatory for all new ex-servicemen from 1 April 2026. The initiative will be managed through the Rajya Sainik Board and is aimed at creating a modern, paperless system for maintaining the records … Read more

The Army Welfare Placement Organisation (AWPO) has once again opened the door to exciting employment opportunities for ex-servicemen through its latest recruitment drive for 2026. The organization is offering vacancies for retired Army personnel in Officer as well as JCO/OR (Junior Commissioned Officer/Other Ranks) categories across different parts of India. The latest openings are expected … Read more

LThe Railway Board has announced a major employment opportunity by approving 7,220 Gateman vacancies for ex-servicemen across different railway zones in India. This decision has brought welcome news for thousands of retired Army, Navy, and Air Force personnel who have been searching for stable government jobs after completing their military service. One of the biggest … Read more