Latest Union Ministry of Food Processing Industries News & Updates

Patna, May 13 (IANS) In a major decision benefiting lakhs of state employees and pensioners, the Bihar government has approved a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA), raising it from 58% to 60%. The decision was taken during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, where a total of 18 agenda items were cleared.The revised DA will be effective from January 1, 2026, and its financial impact will be visible from June.Around 9 lakh government employees and pensioners will rece…