The Dearness Allowance (DA) of the central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners have been increased by 3 per cent to 34 per cent of the basic pay with effect.
National Center for Polar and Ocean Research, an autonomous institute working under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, has successfully implemented the Polar Science and Cryosphere Research Scheme.
The Labour and Employment and MoEFCC Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav have launched a book titled "Role of Labour in India's Development" as part of the 'Iconic Week' celebrations of the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'.