Expected DA/DR from July 2026 @ 63%– All-India CPI-IW for the month of Feb, 2026 issued

Expected DA/DR from July 2026 @ 63%– All-India CPI-IW for the month of Feb, 2026 issued

  Expected DA/DR from July 2026 @ 63%– All-India CPI-IW for the month of Feb, 2026 issued | StaffNews

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LIC GROUP MEDICLAIM PREMIUM 2026-27

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IRDAI Actuarial, Finance and Investment Functions of Insurers), (Amendment) Regulations, 2026

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YOUR BLOG STATISTICS AS ON TODAY

Countrywide viewership of my blog for the month of Match 2026

150th issue of Eastern News April 2026

Respected Members/Readers,

India's cultural richness shines beautifully in April, when many regions celebrate their own version of the New Year based on traditional solar calendars. These festivals are not just about marking time but also about harvests along with   community joy. Here's a quick tour across the country: Bengal -Naba Barsha/Pahela Baisakh, Assam Rangoli Bihu, Punjab-Baishakhi, Tamil Nadu- Puthandu, Keralam-Vishu, Maharashtra - Gudi a,  Andhra Pradesh/ Karnataka- Ugadi, Bihar/ Himachal Pradesh- Vaishakha  and so forth. What's fascinating is that although these festivals differ in rituals and names, they all symbolize new beginnings, prosperity, and gratitude for harvests. It's like India celebrates multiple New Years in one month, each with its own flavour and tradition

In our effort to keep readers informed, we aim to highlight issues that touch our daily lives—whether through our own activities or matters that spark wider interest in society. The current scenario demands awareness not only of global developments but also of concerns closer to home.

For retired individuals, challenges such as financial security, healthcare access, and social engagement remain central. Equally important are the lives of those who depend on us, where education, employment, and well-being shape their future. By discussing these areas, we hope to create a platform that encourages reflection, dialogue, and solutions.

Our endeavor is not limited to reporting events but extends to exploring how these issues affect us personally and collectively. In doing so, we aspire to foster a community that is better informed, more resilient, and prepared to face the realities of modern life.

Please find attached the 150^th April 2026 issue of Eastern News for your valuable insight on our topics and activities. The responses/views received from the readers are being incorporated in each edition and we sincerely hope that more such feedback will be forthcoming.

We extend our heartfelt wishes to all our readers for days ahead filled with growth, joy and lasting happiness.

With regards

Uttam Bandyopadhyay

General Secretary,

LIC Retired Class-I Officers' Association
Mob:8240414561

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CREDIT OF PENSION ON 2nd April,2026

Today, we have been informed by LIC Central Office, P&G section that our pension for March, '26 will be credited in Pensioners Bank A/C only on 2 nd early morning. Reason is tomorrow bank holiday because of Mahaveer Jayanti and 1st  April banks

will not be opened for account holders because of Closing of Accounts. National clearing also will be closed on that day. If they start functioning from 1 st April night then there is a possibility some may get 

credit of pension. 

 Please pass on this message to all pensioners. 

   U. Banerjee. 

General Secretary, 

 GIPAIF.

ECI Not Targetting Bengal

ECI Not Targetting Bengal, More Officers Transferred In Other Poll-Bound States: Calcutta HC On ECI's 'Undisputed' Power Under Article 324

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FORM NO. 121

 

[See rule 211]

Declaration under section 393(6) for receipt of certain incomes without deduction of tax

[To be Filled by the person for receipt of certain incomes without deduction of tax]

SUPREME COURT CASE

SUPREME COURT CASE

Yet another disappointing  Week. Our case  slated for Wednesday & Thursday, has not been listed in this week too.

As reported earlier we are at the mercy of the Judicial System. Mentioning twice before  Justice Maheshwari by the Sr. Advocates, yielding no results. 

We are heading towards a very complex situation , if our case is not concluded before May 26. The month of June may see the Summer Holidays in SC and the retirement of Sr Judge Justice Maheshwari. 

Then our case would go to entirely new Judges. 

 May God help us. 

S. K. Awasthi

Key Income Tax Changes from April 1, 2026 under Income-tax Act, 2025

Key Income Tax Changes from April 1, 2026 under Income-tax Act, 2025 

Income Tax Changes from April 1, 2026 under Income-tax Act, 2025

Key Income Tax Changes from April 1, 2026 under Income-tax Act, 2025 Starting April 1, 2026, India will implement a significant tax reform by replacing the Income-tax Act of 1961 with the new Income-tax Act, 2025. This marks a ma...

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Income Tax Act 2025 vs Income Tax Act 1961 – Changes from April 1, 2026 India's new tax law restructures the Income-tax framework without increasing tax burden. The key takeaway is that while compliance becomes simpler, professionals must adapt to major structural changes and renumbered provisions....

AICPI-IW FOR FEBRUARY 2026 IS 148.5

 AICPI-IW FOR FEBRUARY 2026 IS 148.5

+        148.6000 Jan
+        148.5000 Feb
+        148.5000 Mar (est.)
-----------------
+        445.6000
/          3.0000
-----------------
+        148.5333
*          2.8800
*          4.6300
*          4.9300
-----------------
+       9764.3700
-        9728.0000
-----------------
+         36.3700
/          4.0000
-----------------
+          9.0925

Ie 9 Slabs of DA

The AICPI-IW FOR FEBRUARY 2026 IS
148.5.
IF IT REMAINS THE SAME FOR NEXT MONTH
THERE WILL BE RISE OF 9 SLABS OF DA
WEF 01.05.2026 FOR LIC In service Employees. 

R K SAHNI 

Central Government Pension Reforms: A Positive Update for Employees | StaffNews

Central Government Pension Reforms: A Positive Update for Employees | StaffNews:

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AICPI-IW FOR FEBRUARY 2026 IS 148.5

 

+        148.5000 Apr
+        148.5000 May
+        148.5000 Jun
-----------------
+        445.5000
/          3.0000
-----------------
+        148.5000
*          2.8800
*          4.6300
*          4.9300
-----------------
+       9762.1809
-       9728.0000
-----------------
+         34.1809
/          4.0000
-----------------
+          8.5452
The AICPI-IW FOR FEBRUARY 2026 IS
148.5.
IF IT REMAINS THE SAME FOR NEXT 4 MONTHS
THERE WILL BE RISE OF 8 SLABS OF DR
WEF 01.08.2026 FOR LIC PENSIONERS.

AICPI-IW FOR FEBRUARY 2036 IS 148.5

                                         AICPI-IW FOR FEBRUARY 2026

     

                                                              148.5

                                                          (9762.18)

If it remains the same for next four months, the DR will rise by 8 slabs wef 01.08.2026 for LIC PENSIONERS. 

 

Gift from Spouse: Tax-Free%2�%6 Until You Fail to Prove

"Gift from Spouse: Tax-Free%2�%6 Until You Fail to Prove It": 

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मन की बात की 132वीं कड़ी में प्रधानमंत्री के सम्बोधन का मूल पाठ (29.03.2026)

मन की बात की 132वीं कड़ी में प्रधानमंत्री के सम्बोधन का मूल पाठ (29.03.2026)     https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2246615&RegID=3&LID=2

PIB::Prime Minister shares glimpses of his address in the 132nd Episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’

Prime Minister shares glimpses of his address in the 132nd Episode of 'Mann Ki Baat'     https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2246645&RegID=3&LID=1

English rendering of PM’s address in the 132nd Episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on 29.03.2026

English rendering of PM's address in the 132nd Episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on 29.03.2026     https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2246616&RegID=3&LID=1

CBDT Order: TDS Certificate Issuance Extension for Quarter Ending Dec 2025 | StaffNews

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AIRIEF CIRCULAR NO. 44 DATED 27.03.2026

 Ref: AIRIEF/Cir.no.044/

Datee : 27 March 2026

To,

All members of AIRIEF through affililiated units.........

1.Legal Case - It's been ovever a month now since I posted my last communicacation, contents of which in no way could be said to be heartening so far as the case in the Hon'ble Suprpreme Court stood, which was ordered on 3rd Dec. 202025 for hearing on 4th Feb.2026 but not listed/takeken up on this date and in the meantime the Bench was reconstituted with weird thoughts arising in ourr minds as to what the status of the case would be. Our legal team rushed to Delhi and met the Sr Couunsel to know the ramification, post re-constitution of the bench vis-a-vis finer intricacies in our case ass it stood. Assured by the Sr Counsel of no offshoot effect of the reconstitution of bench, he was reququested to make a Mention before the Presiding Jus. JK Maheshwari which he made on 10th Feb. 20266. The response of the Bench was nothing more than an reassurance of being looked.

Amendment in Employees' Pension कर्मचारियों की पेंशन में संशोधन Pension on minimum 10 years service or 58 years age | StaffNews

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 Amendment in Employees' Pension कर्मचारियों की पेंशन में संशोधन Pension on minimum 10 years service or 58 years age: Lok Sabha Starred Question No. 433

रामनवमी की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं

Credit of Pension in time

Tonight I sent an email to CEO& MD for insuring   the credit of Pension in time. But nevertheless, the leadership at Z.O & DOs need to be in touch with authorities of O. S & A/C Deptts., So that pension Module & making of NEFT batches are completed in the first half of the 30.3.26.

The Mang. A/c must alert the Bank for timely payment and should see that there is no shortage of Funds. 

S. K. Awasthi

Credit of Pension in time