GS Paper 2The Hindu · Current Affairs
PF Rules notified; no word on hike in minimum pension, allege unions
New EPF and EPS Rules Issued Amid Union Concerns
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Samachar Pathshala Desk
Published 3 Jul 2026 · 1 min
The Union Labour Ministry has published new rules for EPF, EPS, and EDLI schemes following the 2025 Social Security Code.
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Relevance to Current Affairs
Awareness of changes in pension schemes is crucial for understanding workers' rights and social security in India.
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