AICPI-IW FOR JANUARY 2026
148.6
(9768.7548)
Friday, 27 February 2026
AICPI-IW FOR JANUARY 2026 IS 148.6
AICPI-IW FOR JANUARY 2026
+ 148.6000
* 2.8800
* 4.6300
* 4.9300
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+ 9768.7548
- 9728.0000
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+ 40.7548
/ 4.0000
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+ 10.1887
ie 10 slabs of DA for Employees
wef 01.05.2026 if it remains the same for
February and March 2026
R K SAHNI
*Today is Madras Day* Some details on Madras (Chennai):
*Today is Madras Day*
Some details on Madras (Chennai):
*Chennai - MADRAS*
Chennai is the first city in India to have a Skyscraper
*LIC Building* at Mount Road (now Anna Salai)in India.
Chennai is the only city in India which will have 3 international ports, Chennai port, Ennore port, 3rd one coming up at Kaattupalli.
Chennai is the only city where ROYAL ENFIELD Bikes are manufactured, in the World.
Chennai has the Longest Beach in india, 12 kms urban beach, 2nd Longest in the World.
Chennai is the only city which houses a National Park within city limits. The Guindy National Park.
Chennai is the only city which has three rivers flowing through it, Adai aaru (Adayar), Coovum Aaru, Kottralai (Kosasthalai) Aaru. Aaru — river.
Chennai's OMR - Old Mahabalipuram Road is the Single Largest IT corridor in India.
Chennai is the Single Largest Automobile Manufacturer in Asia. Fondly called the Detroit of Asia.
Chennai is the 2nd city in the world to become a Municipal corporation next to London, in the year 1688.
Chennai houses the Largest Bus Terminus in Asia at Koyambedu.
Chennai is the birth place of Chicken 65, Hotel Buhari.
Chennai has the Largest Library in Asia, Aringnar Anna Centenary Library.
Chennai's Vandalur Zoo is the Largest Zoo in India.
Chennai's Guindy Engineering college, the Oldest in India, 1794.
2 of the Top Ten Engineering Colleges in India located in a single road, IIT Madras, CEG(College of Engineering — Guindy / Guindy Engineering College), at Sardar Patel Road, Chennai.
Chennai houses the Oldest Shopping Mall in India, Spencer plaza, 1863.
Oldest Human Habitat, in the world found at Athirambakkam, Chennai
The Madras High Court is the World's second Largest Court Complex.
Chennai is the only Indian city attacked during World War.
Chennai, City of Flyovers, Largest number of Flyovers in India.
Kathipara Flyover, is the Largest Clover Leaf Flyover in Asia.
Chennai is the Indian city with most number of Foreign Visitors Annually.
Chennai is the Health Capital of India, with most number of foreign and domestic foot falls.
Chennai has the Highest number of Grand Masters in chess.
Royapuram railway station, is the Oldest Functioning Railway station in India.
Integral Coach Factory(ICF), Chennai is the World's Largest Rail Coach Manufacturer.
Madras Medical college, the Oldest Medical College and Oldest Hospital in India, 1664.
The first ever flight in Asia flew in and around Chennai, 1910.
Oragadam is the Largest Automobile hub in South Asia, with 22 Fortune 500 Companies.
Chennai has the Highest number of Cinema Theatres in india. Quite obvious, Tamil Film industry has given 4 Chief Ministers to the State.
Chennai has the Oldest race tracks in India, both Horse Race and Motor Race (obviously, being the Auto capital of Asia).
Madras School of Art is the Oldest Fine Arts Institute in India(1850).
Higginbothams, Mount Road, Chennai is the Oldest Book Store in India (1844).
EID Parry, Chennai is the Oldest company in India (1780).
MRF, Chennai is the largest Tyre Manufacturer in India.
Madras Regiment is the Oldest Infantry Regiment of Indian Army(1750).
AVM Studio is the oldest surviving Film Production house in India.
St. George's Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School is the oldest School in India (1715).
❤️ CHENNAI 🌹
Courtesy : V Gopalan
Thursday, 26 February 2026
Why do Many Western countries Envy Everyday Life in India
Why do Many Western countries Envy Everyday Life in India 🤣🤣🤣
Because what is luxury in America or Europe, is basic, affordable and accessible in India.
1. Daily newspaper at your doorstep by 7 AM — not a paid luxury, just routine.
2. 300+ TV channels for just ₹500/- month + low-cost OTT — entertainment doesn't empty wallets.
3. Nationwide high-speed 5G for ~₹300/- month — world's cheapest data at massive scale.
4. World-class airports across major cities — clean, modern, fast-growing.
5. 10 - 20 minutes delivery for groceries and essentials — convenience unmatched globally.
6. Doctors available without long waiting lists — consult same day, often without appointments.
7. Home sample collection & diagnostic tests at low prices — health is accessible.
8. Doorstep laundry/ ironing services at pocket-friendly rates — luxury abroad, normal here.
9. Affordable domestic help — maids, cooks, drivers, and childcare support — making life easier.
10. Fresh milk delivery every morning at 5 AM — straight to your door.
11. Free water at restaurants + cheap bottled water everywhere — not charged for basics.
12. UPI payments anywhere, even for ₹5 — instant, universal, digital-first economy.
13. No litigation-fear culture — relatives don't sue each other over minor issues.
14. A calmer life if you avoid the material rat race — community warmth over cut-throat hustle.
India isn't perfect — but it is wonderfully livable.
Affordable. Convenient. Connected. Human.
India is not just a country — it is a comfort living. You grow spiritually. Size and diversity of country offers so much to visit places.
We realise this when we go out of our country. 🙏🙏
GROUP MEDICLAIM POLICY
ALL INDIA INSURANCE PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION
25.02.2026.
The CEO & Managing Director, LIC of India, Central Office, Mumbai –400 021.
Dear Sir,
The Group Mediclaim Policy applicable to employees /retirees is due for renewal from 01.04.2026 for the policy year 2026-27. We would like to place before you following facts for your serious consideration. Please weigh the facts and arguments projected and consider making necessary changes before effecting renewal of GMC Policy for the year 2026-27.
The Cadre Sum Insured available now is Rs.10 lakhs / Rs.15 lakhs with subsidy to the extent of 75%. Of course, you were kind enough to waive premiums payable by Pensioners aged 71 and above during last policy year. We appreciate your gesture and request you to extend this benefit to all Pensioners, irrespective of their age. In this connection, we draw your kind attention to the representation we handed over to you in person on 23.08.2025, during your visit to Coimbatore. We urge upon you to increase the Cadre Sum Insured to Rs.20 lakhs/Rs.30 lakhs with subsidy, in view of the steep cost escalation for treatment, procedures and medicines.
We request you to consider our demand for making provision to cover expenses incurred by the Pensioners for dental procedures. Necessary provision may also please be made for reimbursement of cost of hearing aids and other geriatric / age related treatments.
Robotic surgeries are in place in almost all the hospitals of the Country. It is a very innovative surgical procedure widely acclaimed for its precision and accuracy. Unfortunately, as of now, expenses incurred for Robotic surgeries are restricted to limited number of procedures only. We have been actively pursuing the matter with CO officials including Executive Director (Personnel ) since May, 2024 for allowing all types of Robotic surgeries. A positive consideration is the need of the hour.
The Group Mediclaim Scheme precludes the expenses incurred by Pensioners for domiciliary treatment without hospitalisation. We have been demanding payment of a monthly Cash Medical Benefit to meet such exigency. Cash Medical Benefit is paid to Central Civil Service Pensioners as also to Pensioners of Reserve Bank of India. We brought this to the attention of ED(P) on 24.05.2024 when our delegation met him. Copies of relevant Circulars were also made available. Kindly consider this long pending, just and genuine demand of senior citizens seriously and come out with a positive decision without further delay.
The IRDAI advisory issued to Heath Insurance Companies directed them not to increase premium for Health Insurance policies at the time of renewal in an unchecked manner, in the case of seniors. This benevolent approach is to protect the senior citizens from sharp premium hikes and to prevent financial strain on elderly policy holders. We appeal to you to keep the spirit of IRDAI advisory in mind and consider freezing premiums payable by all Pensioners at the age band 60-65 and not to increase premium beyond that specifically for optional top up portion.
GST charged on Insurance policies / Health Insurance policies stands withdrawn. But, this benefit is available to Individual policy holders only. In the circumstances, the GST payable under Mediclaim policy may please be borne by LIC of India and thus give relief to Pensioners on that count as a goodwill gesture.
Several family pensioners have gone out of the Scheme for one reason or other, especially unable to afford to pay high premium. We request you to allow one more option for such family pensioners to join Group Mediclaim Scheme, as a special case.
We once again request you to consider demands put forth by us earnestly and to make necessary changes /additions in the GMC Policy before its renewal for the ensuing year.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
General Secretary.
AIBPARC ON M C SINGLA CASE IN SC ON 25TH FEB'26
AIBPARC ON M C SINGLA CASE IN SC ON 25TH FEB'26
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MOHAN P
ALL INDIA BANK PENSIONERS & RETIREES CONFEDERATION (A.I.B.P.A.R.C.)
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4, Netaji Subhas Road, 1 Floor, Cubicle no: 170 KOLKATA-700 001
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MAYUR VIHAR, PHASE-1 57 A, POCKET 3, DELHI 110091
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Circular no 25-26
Date: February 25, 2026.
For circulation among members of the Governing Council, State Secretaries, Special Invitees, Advisors, Affiliates, Constituents of CBPRO and Members.
Dear Comrade,
Sub: Updates on the M.C. Singla case on Pension Updation pending before the Hon'ble Supreme Court.
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We are reproducing here under the gist of the message received by Com K. V. Acharya, President, AIBPARC and Joint Convenor of CBPRO from Shri Sewaram, our advocate on the above subject:
Gist of message from Shri Sewaram, Advocate.
"MC Singla case for updation of pension was listed for arguments today ie 25.02.2026. The Senior Advocate for PNB/IBA mentioned in the court at 10.30 AM that he has to argue another case in the other Court which was part heard and hence requested for adjournment of our case after the Holi Festival holidays. Our Senior Advocates Dr Manish Singhvi and Mr Kavin Gulati objected to the adjournment. Dr Singhvi desired to continue his arguments.
The Court agreed to the request of our lawyer and told PNB/IBA Senior Advocate that he can complete his arguments in the other court and come back.
However, in the meantime, they will hear the arguments of Dr Singhvi and Mr Gulati while PNB/IBA Senior Advocate can reply later or on next date.
However, our case came up at 12.35 pm. Our Senior Advocates alongwith Kerala Bank Pensioners Forum's Advocate were briefly heard. Since PNB/IBA Senior advocate could not come, on the request of their Advocate on Record, the case is adjourned to 12.03.2026 for further proceedings. Our Senior Advocates were assisted by Sarvashri Sewa Ram, PK Manohar, Arpit Prakash and Sunny Chaudhary, Advocates.
Dr. JD Sharma Vice President, AIBPARC/ARISE, Shri Nand Kishore Jamadagni, General Secretary of AIPNBROA, Shri DK Hans, Organising Secretary, ARISE, Shri T R Subramanian, ARISE were also present to help and provide on the spot darifications/Inputs, if so required.
Arguments are expected to reach the crucial stage on 12th March 2026."
Future developments will be made known to you by our circular.
With best wishes and regards, Comradely yours,
KV. Acharya.
President, AIBPARC & Jt. Convenor, CBPRO
Suprita Sarkar
General Secretary
Names of the 12 months of the Indian Civil Calendar and their correlation with the Gregorian calendar:
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Names of the 12 months of the Indian Civil Calendar and their correlation with the Gregorian calendar:
1. *Chaitra* (30/ 31* Days) Begins March 22/ 21*
2. *Vaisakha* (31 Days) Begins April 21
3. *Jyaistha* (31 Days) Begins May 22
4. *Asadha* (31 Days) Begins June 22
5. *Shravana* (31 Days) Begins July 23
6. *Bhadra* (31 Days) Begins August 23
7. *Asvina* (30 Days) Begins September 23
8. *Kartika* (30 Days) Begins October 23
9. *Agrahayana* (30 Days) Begins November 22
10. *Pausa* (30 Days) Begins December 22
11. *Magha* (30 Days) Begins January 21
12. *Phalguna* (30 Days) Begins February 20
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Wednesday, 25 February 2026
India officially recognized the State of Israel on 17 September 1950
India officially recognized the State of Israel on 17 September 1950.
At that time, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's government granted formal recognition, but India did not establish full diplomatic relations immediately.
Key Milestones:
1950 – India formally recognizes Israel.
1953 – Israel opens a consulate in Mumbai (then Bombay).
29 January 1992 – India and Israel establish full diplomatic relations.
15 May 1992 – Israel opens its embassy in New Delhi.
So, recognition came in 1950, but full diplomatic ties were established only in 1992.
While addressing Parliament of Israel, PM Shri Narendra Modi stated that he was born on the day India formally recognised the State of Israel.
The Date of Birth of Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, is:
17 September 1950
He was born in Vadnagar, in present-day Gujarat, India.
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EXCLUSIVE PAST FEEDBACK FROM ALL OVER INDIA ON PENSIONERS COURT CASES –A PANORAMA OF INVOLVEMENT, A KALEIDOSCOPE INDEED: as part of RIEA Chennai Silver Jubilee Celebrations :RBKishore 8/8/2023 to 8/8/2O24
The hearing for the M.C. Singla vs. Union of India case in the Supreme Court concluded for the day a short while ago.
The hearing for the M.C. Singla vs. Union of India case in the Supreme Court concluded for the day a short while ago.
While a final "judgment" was not delivered today, the proceedings were significant as the case remains "Part-Heard."
Summary of Today's Outcome (Feb 25, 2026)
The bench of Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta focused primarily on the technical data and financial implications submitted by the Indian Banks' Association (IBA).
* Review of IBA Documents: The Court examined the ~200-page document and year-wise pension charts filed by the IBA. These charts detailed the financial impact of pension updation for different categories of retirees (1986, 1987–2003, and post-2003).
* Core Discussion: Arguments revolved around Regulation 35(1) of the Bank Pension Regulations. The petitioners argued that bank pensions should be updated in a manner similar to the RBI and Central Government, while the respondents (IBA/Union) highlighted the massive financial burden such a move would place on public sector banks.
* Part-Heard Status: The hearing did not conclude the entire matter. The case has been adjourned and is expected to be listed again shortly to continue final arguments.
What Happens Next?
* Next Hearing Date: An official date for the next session will be reflected in the written order. Based on the current trajectory, the court is looking to resolve this as a priority "Weekly List" matter.
* Daily Order: The formal written order signed by the judges will likely be uploaded to the Supreme Court's official portal by late tonight or tomorrow morning. This will contain the specific technical directions given to the counsel during today's session.
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Monday, 23 February 2026
IBA has submitted reply to Supreme Court on 19.2.26
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Message as received 👇👇
It is learnt that finally IBA has submitted reply to Supreme Court on 19.2.26 that clause 35(1) is available in pension regulations which paves way for pension updation.
Let us wait for 25th Feb 26. The case is numbered as 1
[22/02, 1:23 pm]
Now IBA accepts updation as per 35(1) Regulations means that their earlier affidavit submitted in S C in 2022 is false tantamount to wrongful siubmission.
They now understand the view of Supreme Court sans doubt. If it is true, they want to save their faces.That will pave way for getting pension updation with retrospective effect with the date of one's retirement. Let us Hope on 25th.
S. Ganapathy
SBI Chennai.
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Sunday, 22 February 2026
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