Wed Jan 29 23:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Government Approves Eighth Pay Commission for Central Employees and Pensioners
**New Delhi:** The Indian government has approved the formation of the Eighth Pay Commission, signaling a major overhaul of the compensation structure for millions of central government employees and pensioners. The move comes ahead of the scheduled expiry of the Seventh Pay Commission in December 2025. While specific details are yet to be released, the new commission is expected to significantly impact the salaries and pensions of approximately 50 lakh employees and over 65 lakh pensioners. The government is expected to announce the commission’s composition and mandate in the coming weeks, setting the stage for a period of review and potential changes to salary scales, allowances, and pension benefits. This marks a significant step towards modernizing the compensation framework for a substantial segment of the Indian workforce.
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