The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) has issued a new clarification under the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 2021, defining how pension and family pension are calculated. According to the update, an employee’s pension will now be determined based on the rules in force on their final working day whether it’s the date of retirement, resignation, discharge, or death. This move eliminates ambiguity, ensuring a fair and uniform pension process for all government