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The Quarterly Employment Survey is based on an outdated frame and will perpetuate incorrect estimates

It's time for a new QES

Given the widespread loss of jobs and incomes, there is an immediate need to accelerate the pace of job creation

A push for labour-intensive manufacturing

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Regardless of the approach we use, there is no denying the fact that unemployment rates in India are high

Looking beyond the unemployment rate

In this backdrop, the proposal to introduce fixed-term employment (FTE) in all sectors is indeed a welcome step

India needs to put in place appropriate safeguards to prevent misuse of FTE

The growing use of contract workers reflects a significant informalisation of the workforce in India's organised manufacturing sector, and raises concerns about the sustainability of employment growth

Radhicka Kapoor & P P Krishnapriya: Doing away with unequal contracts

New Delhi [India], December 13: The highly anticipated song from Jai Hind Jai Sindh promises to be an emotional tribute to the strength and global achievements of the Sindhi community following Partition. Celebrating their extraordinary journey, the song highlights how Sindhis have preserved their rich cultural heritage while achieving success across the world.

Sammy\'s Magic Cinema, adds a melodious patriotic song, with well known Sindhi names, for its movie Jai Hind, Jai Sindh

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], December 13: IIFL Capital Services Limited (formerly IIFL Securities Limited) today announced the unveiling of its state-of-the-art office in Bengaluru, dedicated to wealth management services for High Networth Individuals (HNIs) and Ultra High Networth Individuals (UHNIs). IIFL Capital Services is one of the largest wealth managers in India, with about $30 billion (Rs 2.5 lac crore) worth of assets under management, advice and custody.

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The SC urged peaceful protests, prioritised farmer leader Dallewal's health, and directed a panel to mediate with farmers to consider halting highway blockades

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Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 13: Maruti Infrastructure Ltd (BSE - 531540) - a leading Infrastructure and Construction company of EWS Housing Projects and Urban Infra Projects has received the expression of Interest for strategic partnership and collaboration from MEINHARDT GROUP, Asia's Largest Privately Owned - Global Planning, Design, Engineering, Project and Construction Management Firm. This expression of Interest is regarding partnership for providing comprehensive and innovative solutions related to various Buildings, Industrial  &amp;  Infrastructure Projects, Sports  &amp;  Recreation.

Maruti Infrastructure Receives EOI for Strategic Partnership from MEINHARDT Group, Stock price rise 6 percent

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 13: Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited, the first standalone health insurance company in India, today announced the launch of its revolutionary retail health insurance product, 'SUPER STAR'. This innovative policy offers a long-term policy for the retail health segment, combining advanced features and highly customisable covers to address the growing complexities of modern lifestyles, rising medical expenses, and unforeseen emergencies.

Star Health Introduces \'SUPER STAR\'- A Long-Term Retail Offering

Markets Highlights: Friday ended in favour of the bulls, as 41 out of 50 constituent stocks ended in the green, led by Bharti Airtel, ITC, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Hindustan Unilever, and UltraTech Cement

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Stock market crash: The Indian stock market crashed heavily on Friday, with the BSE's Sensex dropping 1,207 points or 1.48 per cent to its intraday low of 80,082

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At just 18 years old, Gukesh's triumph marks a historic milestone in chess, making him the youngest player to ever claim the World Chess Championship title.

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Latest news updates: Catch all the latest news updates from around the world here

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Stocks to watch, Dec 13: From RIL to HDFC Bank, here is a list of stocks that will be in focus today

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Several doctors and healthcare professionals have signed a petition calling for the immediate suspension of all COVID-19 mRNA products because they fear the jabs could be contributing to an alarming rise in excess deaths.
A petition known as the HOPE Accord attracting signatures from around the world went online recently to alert the international community on the continued use of the COVID mRNA vaccines. These vaccines, using gene-based technology, were given emergency use authorisation as one of the tools to address the coronavirus pandemic.
A growing body of evidence suggests that the widespread rollout of the novel Covid-19 mRNA vaccine products is contributing to an alarming rise in disability and excess deaths, reads the Hope Accord petition.
This new technology was granted emergency use authorisation to address a situation that no longer exists. Going forward, the burden of proof falls on those still advocating for these products to compellingly demonstrate that they aren't .

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The global airline industry is projected to report a net profit of USD 36.6 billion in 2025, slightly higher than expected this year, helped by lower oil prices and cost control, IATA said on Tuesday.
Passenger numbers are expected to rise 6.7 per cent to 5.2 billion next year compared to 2024. In 2025, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects the industry's revenue to cross the USD 1 trillion mark for the first time to USD 1.007 trillion, which will be an increase of 4.4 per cent compared to 2024.
While the operating profit is estimated at USD 67.5 billion, expenses are anticipated to reach USD 940 billion next year.
At a briefing here, IATA Director General Willie Walsh said India is witnessing significant growth and that there is a clear recognition that growth is also dependent on air connectivity.
China and India are among the fastest-growing domestic aviation markets, he added.
"Net profit is expected to be USD 36.6 billion in 2025 for a 3.6 per cent net pr

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Tahir Hussain began his political career as a member of the AAP, where he served as a councillor in the East Delhi Municipal Corporation, but was expelled from the party following the 2020 Delhi riots

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has directed officials to enhance the governance and high-quality development in the country's border areas prioritising national security and social stability.
It is essential to prioritise national security and social stability as the bottom-line requirement for governance in border areas, Xi said while presiding over a group study session of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China on Monday.
He said it is essential to uphold the party's overall leadership in all aspects and throughout the entire governance process in border areas.
"No border area shall be left behind in advancing Chinese modernisation," he was quoted as saying by the state-run Xinhua news agency Tuesday.
In recent years, China has been focussing on the development of border areas in Tibet along India and Bhutan borders by establishing hundreds of well-developed villages.
Tibet had built more than 600 well-off, high-standard border villages, with accessible roads, accord

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The recent Jet Airways' liquidation case prompted the apex court to highlight how tribunal members often lack the domain knowledge required in high-stakes insolvency matters

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Highlighting the historical presence of Hindus in Bangladesh, stating, "We are vanished from Afghanistan. We are vanished from Pakistan. This is the high time. If we are not saved now, we will be

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Despite the growth slowdown, a rate cut-cycle is unlikely to start anytime soon

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The suicide of a Bengaluru techie brings intense scrutiny on India's family courts, raising questions about their ability to protect vulnerable individuals in disputes

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Sitharaman said that intergenerational debt is mounting on countries, and it is important for the government and industry to work together to manage debt at the national and sub-national levels

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In the absence of meaningful private investment and job creation, India is slipping back into its pre-Covid-19 rut, and its economic czars are once again publicly refusing to acknowledge the slowdown

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Unlocking MSME potential

It's time for a new QES

A push for labour-intensive manufacturing

Looking beyond the unemployment rate

India needs to put in place appropriate safeguards to prevent misuse of FTE

Radhicka Kapoor & P P Krishnapriya: Doing away with unequal contracts

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Sammy's Magic Cinema, adds a melodious patriotic song, with well known Sindhi names, for its movie Jai Hind, Jai Sindh

IIFL Capital Unveils New Office in Bengaluru, Dedicated to Wealth Management Services for HNIs & UHNIs

'Either halt farmers' agitation or relocate it from highways': SC to panel

Maruti Infrastructure Receives EOI for Strategic Partnership from MEINHARDT Group, Stock price rise 6 percent

Star Health Introduces 'SUPER STAR'- A Long-Term Retail Offering

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