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Press release on Consumer Price Index on Base 2024=100 for March, 2026

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-press-release-on-consumer-price-index-on-base-2024-100-for-march-2026) on 2026-04-13, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to inform the public and stakeholders about the latest Consumer Price Index, which is crucial for determining the cost of living and adjusting wages accordingly.

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Gazette ID central-press-release-on-consumer-price-index-on-base-2024-100-for-march-2026
Category Labour Code
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers and HR departments should review the updated Consumer Price Index and adjust the dearness allowance for their employees accordingly, to ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Labour Code

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers and HR departments should review the updated Consumer Price Index and adjust the dearness allowance for their employees accordingly, to ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations.

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to inform the public and stakeholders about the latest Consumer Price Index, which is crucial for determining the cost of living and adjusting wages accordingly.

Summary

The Central Government has released a press release on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) with a base year of 2024=100 for the month of March 2026, which may impact the calculation of dearness allowance for employees. This release provides insight into the current inflation trends and its potential effects on labour-related matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-press-release-on-consumer-price-index-on-base-2024-100-for-march-2026)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-04-13.
What is Gazette Notification central-press-release-on-consumer-price-index-on-base-2024-100-for-march-2026 about?
The purpose of this notification is to inform the public and stakeholders about the latest Consumer Price Index, which is crucial for determining the cost of living and adjusting wages accordingly.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification central-press-release-on-consumer-price-index-on-base-2024-100-for-march-2026?
Employers and HR departments should review the updated Consumer Price Index and adjust the dearness allowance for their employees accordingly, to ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-press-release-on-consumer-price-index-on-base-2024-100-for-march-2026?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).