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PLB Bonus 2026: Calculation Ceiling ₹7,000 & Eligibility Guide

Indian Railways Employees News

Jan 17, 2026

PLB Bonus 2026: Calculation Ceiling ₹7,000 & Eligibility Guide

Expecting a bonus? Don't miscalculate. The PLB Bonus 2026 is capped at a salary of ₹7,000. Check the exact payout for 78 days (Railways) vs...

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Transport Allowance Stoppage 2026: Full Calendar Month Rule

8th Pay Commission & Salary Updates

Jan 17, 2026

Transport Allowance Stoppage 2026: Full Calendar Month Rule

When is Transport Allowance stopped? Check TPTA Stoppage Rules 2026 for Leave, Training, and Suspension. Avoid recovery by knowing the 'Calendar Month' rule.

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Overtime Allowance (OTA) Rules 2026: Operational Staff List & Calculation Rates

8th Pay Commission & Salary Updates

Jan 16, 2026

Overtime Allowance (OTA) Rules 2026: Operational Staff List & Calculation Rates

OTA in 2026 is restricted to 'Operational Staff' only. Check the eligible categories, 7th CPC Calculation Formula, and why Office Staff get only ₹15.85/hr.

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Jan 16, 2026

DA on Tour 2026: Hotel, Food & Travel Rates (Level Wise)

Travelling on official duty? Check the 2026 Daily Allowance (DA) limits for Hotel, Food & Taxi. Know the 6-hour rule and why GST bills are...

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Jan 11, 2026

8th Pay Commission HRA Calculation: Will House Rent Allowance Reset to 24%?

With HRA currently at 30%, will 8th Pay Commission reset it to 24%? Understand the "Rationalization Logic" and why a lower % on 8th CPC...

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Transport Allowance (TA) Rules 2026: Why Base Rate Did Not Increase by 25%?

Dearness Allowance (DA) & Other Allowances

Jan 11, 2026

Transport Allowance (TA) Rules 2026: Why Base Rate Did Not Increase by 25%?

Confusion cleared: Why Transport Allowance (TA) base rate did NOT increase by 25% after 50% DA like HRA/CEA. Understand the TPTA + DA calculation for...

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