8th Pay Commission: Govt Debunks Fake Retirement Benefit Claims

• Government debunked a fake message claiming withdrawal of post-retirement benefits (like DA hikes, Pay Commission revisions) under the Finance Act.
• PIB Fact Check confirmed the message, widely circulated on social media, was false.
• Rule 37 of CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, was amended regarding forfeiture of retirement benefits for absorbed PSU employees dismissed for misconduct.
• The 8th Pay Commission's Terms of Reference were approved on November 3, 2025, to study basic pay, pensions, and allowances.
• There is currently no proposal to merge Dearness Allowance (DA) with basic pay.

Why It Matters: It clarifies government employee retirement benefits, debunking false claims.