​8th Pay Commission factcheck: Will pensioners lose DA, other benefits?​ - 8th Pay Commission factcheck

A message circulating on WhatsApp and social media has caused anxiety among retired government employees, claiming that the Finance Act 2025 has withdrawn post-retirement benefits such as Dearness Allowance (DA) hikes and future Pay Commission revisions, including those linked to the proposed 8th Pay Commission. The message also suggests that lakhs of pensioners will be affected by a major policy shift. 8th Pay Commission factcheck