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India's Unified Pension Scheme Sees Low Adoption
PoliticsTimes of India28d ago

India's Unified Pension Scheme Sees Low Adoption

The Indian government reported that the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for central government employees has attracted only 4% of National Pension Trust subscribers, indicating low adoption rates for the new scheme.

Cyprus Government Workers Plan Nationwide Strike
Worldcyprus-mail2mo ago

Cyprus Government Workers Plan Nationwide Strike

Hourly paid government employees in Cyprus are preparing for a 24-hour nationwide strike and protest march, with demonstrations expected to impact central Nicosia routes near the finance ministry and presidential palace.

TMC Challenges EC Order on Vote Counting Staff in Supreme Court
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-times4mo ago2 sources

TMC Challenges EC Order on Vote Counting Staff in Supreme Court

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has approached the Supreme Court to contest an Election Commission order that excludes state government employees from supervising vote counting duties. The party seeks to ensure the appointment of state staff for election vigil.

Amit Shah Vows to End 'Love Jihad' and 'Land Jihad' in Bengal
Politicshindustan-times4mo ago

Amit Shah Vows to End 'Love Jihad' and 'Land Jihad' in Bengal

Indian Home Minister Amit Shah stated in Bengal's Saptagram that both 'Love Jihad' and 'Land Jihad' would cease after May 4. He also promised that farmers and state government employees would benefit from schemes implemented by the BJP if they come to power.

Eastern Samar gov’t starts 4-day workweek
Businessinquirer5mo ago

Eastern Samar gov’t starts 4-day workweek

TACLOBAN CITY — The provincial government of Eastern Samar will begin implementing a compressed four-day on-site workweek in provincial offices starting Monday, following an executive order issued by Gov. Ralph Vincent Evardone. The directive, contained in Executive Order No. RVE-2026-03-014, adopts energy conservation measures and introduces a revised work schedule for provincial government employees while

Income cannot be sole decider of OBC creamy layer: SC
PoliticsTimes of India5mo ago

Income cannot be sole decider of OBC creamy layer: SC

The Supreme Court ruled that parental job status, not just income, must determine OBC 'creamy layer' exclusion. This decision impacts wards of PSU and private sector employees, aligning their criteria with government employees. The court emphasized that income alone is insufficient for exclusion, stressing the importance of job category and status.

More Zambales towns adopt 4-day workweek
Worldinquirer5mo ago

More Zambales towns adopt 4-day workweek

SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — More towns in this province have begun adopting a four-day workweek for government employees as part of efforts to conserve fuel and electricity amid rising global oil prices. Local government units (LGUs) in the municipalities of San Antonio, Masinloc, and Candelaria announced on Monday the implementation of a compressed workweek. San

Revised work schedules set for  S. Kudarat, Cotabato employees
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Revised work schedules set for S. Kudarat, Cotabato employees

KORONADAL CITY – Government employees in the provinces of Sultan Kudarat and Cotabato may either opt for a four-day onsite work arrangement (compressed workweek) or a five-day work week but with a designated one-day work-from-home setup in line with the efforts to conserve energy amid rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict. Governors

US pulls diplomatic staff from Karachi, Lahore amid pro-Iran protests in Pakistan
WorldSCMP5mo ago

US pulls diplomatic staff from Karachi, Lahore amid pro-Iran protests in Pakistan

The United States has ordered non-emergency staff at two Pakistani consulates to leave the country and granted permission for staff to leave missions in Saudi Arabia, Cyprus and Oman as Iran retaliates over US-Israeli raids. The State Department ordered non-emergency US government employees and their family members at the consulates in Lahore and Karachi to leave Pakistan due to “safety risks”, the US embassy in Islamabad said in a statement on Wednesday. It said there was no change to the...

Politicsnewsday-zw2d ago

Civil Servants Face Uncertainty Amid Proposed Job Cuts

Government employees across Zimbabwe face significant uncertainty as reports emerge of potential widespread job cuts within the civil service. Workers and labor unions are demanding transparency regarding the proposed restructuring plans.

Worldhindustan-times3mo ago

BMS urges Odisha CM to halt contractual employee layoffs

The BMS union has called on the Odisha Chief Minister to stop the removal of thousands of contractual government employees, threatening intensified protests if their demands for reinstatement and job security are not met.

PoliticsDaily Star BD3mo ago

Ninth Pay Commission Under Discussion

Discussions are underway regarding the Ninth Pay Commission, which typically reviews and recommends changes to the salary structure and benefits for government employees.

Philippines' GSIS Offers Loan Moratorium Amid Rising Living Costs
Financephilstar5mo ago

Philippines' GSIS Offers Loan Moratorium Amid Rising Living Costs

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) in the Philippines is offering a three-month loan moratorium to government employees through a refund scheme, aiming to alleviate financial burdens as households grapple with higher living costs exacerbated by the escalating Middle East conflict.

Strike over DA sees mixed outcomes in Bengal; 75% absent at Calcutta HC, Nabanna, block offices report high attendance
Politicshinduindian-express5mo ago2 sources

Strike over DA sees mixed outcomes in Bengal; 75% absent at Calcutta HC, Nabanna, block offices report high attendance

A strike by West Bengal government employees demanding Dearness Allowance (DA) arrears has seen mixed outcomes across the state, with high attendance reported in some block offices and Nabanna, while Calcutta High Court saw 75% absenteeism. The protest is organized by the 'Sangrami Joutha Mancha' to demand payment of DA arrears and implementation of a Supreme Court directive.

Laguna mayor urges workers to bike, walk to work amid fuel hikes
Environmentinquirer5mo ago

Laguna mayor urges workers to bike, walk to work amid fuel hikes

LUCENA CITY, QUEZON, Philippines — The mayor of San Pedro City in Laguna province had urged local government employees to walk or ride bicycles to work as fuel prices continue to rise amid tensions in the Middle East. In a memorandum issued on Friday and posted on his Facebook page Saturday, Mayor Art Mercado encouraged

US orders non-emergency consular staff in Karachi, Lahore to leave Pakistan
WorldTimes of IndiaDawnndtv+1dhaka-tribune6mo ago4 sources

US orders non-emergency consular staff in Karachi, Lahore to leave Pakistan

The US State Department said on Wednesday it had ordered non-emergency personnel from US consulates in the cities of Karachi and Lahore and their families to leave Pakistan due to security concerns. “The Department of State ordered non-emergency US government employees and the family members of US government personnel from US Consulates Lahore and Karachi to leave Pakistan due to safety risks,” the US Mission in Pakistan said in a statement. It said there was no cha...

US orders personnel and families to evacuate Israel as Iran tensions escalate
Worldder-standardstraits-timesbalkan-web+1in-cyprus6mo ago4 sources

US orders personnel and families to evacuate Israel as Iran tensions escalate

The United States State Department has authorised the departure of non-emergency government personnel and their family members from Mission Israel, citing safety risks, the US Embassy in Jerusalem announced on Friday. The embassy said it may further restrict or prohibit US government employees and their families from travelling to certain areas of Israel, the Old […]

DDA Offers Discounted Flats Under Karmayogi Housing Scheme
BusinessTimes of India19d ago

DDA Offers Discounted Flats Under Karmayogi Housing Scheme

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has launched an offer of 1,224 ready-to-move flats in Narela, North-West Delhi, with a 25% discount, specifically for government employees and qualified professionals under the Karmajeevi Awaas Yojana.

Russian Hackers Steal UK Government Employee Credentials
Worldmorgunbladiddigi241mo ago2 sources

Russian Hackers Steal UK Government Employee Credentials

Russian hackers have stolen login credentials belonging to British government employees, which were subsequently offered for sale on the dark web. The breach involved sensitive information, raising concerns about national security.

Hungarian PM's Office Salaries Show Wide Disparity
Politicstelexhvg3mo ago2 sources

Hungarian PM's Office Salaries Show Wide Disparity

Reports citing RTL reveal significant salary differences within the Hungarian Prime Minister's Office, with some staff earning over 3 million forints monthly while others receive considerably less. This highlights a broad range in compensation among government employees.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Announces 2% Dearness Allowance Hike
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv3mo ago4 sources

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Announces 2% Dearness Allowance Hike

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has announced a 2% increase in the Dearness Allowance for government employees and teachers. This decision raises the allowance to 60% and comes shortly after his trust vote win.

UP Cabinet approves One District One Dish scheme, new transfer policy
Cultureindian-express3mo ago

UP Cabinet approves One District One Dish scheme, new transfer policy

The Uttar Pradesh cabinet has given its approval to the 'One District One Dish' scheme and a new transfer policy. The 'One District One Dish' scheme aims to promote local culinary traditions and boost the economy by highlighting unique dishes from each district. The new transfer policy is expected to bring more transparency and fairness to the process of transferring government employees.

Dutch Labor Talks Resume After Strikes
Businessnl-times4mo ago

Dutch Labor Talks Resume After Strikes

Negotiations for a new collective labor agreement have resumed for over 160,000 Dutch central government employees following weeks of strikes that impacted parliament and slaughterhouses.

Singapore Government Sets 25C Standard to Cut Air-Con Costs Amid Energy Crisis
BusinessBBC4mo ago

Singapore Government Sets 25C Standard to Cut Air-Con Costs Amid Energy Crisis

Amid an ongoing energy crunch and rising energy prices, Singapore is taking steps to conserve energy. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong encouraged residents to use fans, and now government employees are asked to work in offices set to 25C to reduce air-conditioning costs, reflecting the nation's deep reliance on air conditioning and Asia's dependence on Gulf oil.