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DA hike: Karnataka increases dearness allowance by 2.5%, and Arunachal Pradesh by 3% ahead of Diwali Check details

DA hike news: The Karnataka govt raised dearness allowance and dearness relief for state employees and pensioners by 2.5% to 18%, effective July 1, 2026. Arunachal Pradesh also approved a 3% increase, to 63%.