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More competing for fewer healthcare jobs in FY24, says new WorkIndia report

Lab technicians and other medical roles saw the highest increase in minimum pay - around 13 per cent

Indian job market stays strong amid global uncertainty: Michael Page India

The Indian job market has shown resilience despite global uncertainties, with strong hiring across multiple industries, as the country's strength lies in deep technical expertise, cost efficiency, and a rapidly upskilling workforce, a top official of global recruitment firm Michael Page India has said. While economic slowdowns in certain regions have led to cautious hiring, India continues to see demand for skilled professionals, particularly in technology and digital transformation, as companies accelerate their digital roadmaps, Nilay Khandelwal, Senior Managing Director, Michael Page India told PTI. The country has actively positioned itself as a talent hub through STEM dominance, competitive salary structures, government-backed upskilling initiatives and expansion of Global Capability Centres (GCCs). GCCs are now focusing on AI, automation, and R&D, making India a strategic hub for innovation. Moreover, programs like Skill India and AI-driven workforce development are ...

Unemployment rate dips marginally to 4.9% in 2024, shows govt survey

Unemployment rate among persons of 15 years or above slipped to 4.9 per cent in calendar year 2024 from 5 per cent in the previous year, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) released on Wednesday. In rural areas, there is a marginal decline in overall unemployment (4.3 per cent to 4.2 per cent), with slight reductions for both men and women, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation said in a release. Urban male unemployment rose (6.0 per cent to 6.1 per cent), but female unemployment declined (8.9 per cent to 8.2 per cent), keeping the overall urban rate stable at 6.7 per cent. At all-India level, unemployment saw a minor drop (5.0 per cent to 4.9 per cent), suggesting slight improvements in employment opportunities, it stated. It also stated that decline in unpaid helpers in household enterprises seems to have contributed to the drop in WPR (workers population ratio) as well as LFPR (labour force participation ratio) among rural females, as the ...

Pvt employers can specify court jurisdiction for job related disputes: SC

The Supreme Court has said private employers can include a clause in appointment letters specifying that any employment-related disputes must be resolved in a particular court or jurisdiction. A bench comprising Justices Dipankar Datta and Manmohan said a contract was a legally binding agreement, regardless of the parties involved or their strengths. "The right to legal adjudication cannot be taken away from any party through contract but can be relegated to a set of courts for the ease of the parties," it said. In the dispute at hand, the court observed, the clause did not take away the right of the employee to pursue a legal claim but only restricted them to pursue the claims before the courts in Mumbai alone. The apex court was hearing appeals filed by two employees of HDFC Bank appointed in Patna and Lord Krishna Bank in Delhi, respectively. The banks in both cases had mentioned in their appointment letters that any dispute between the parties leading to legal action must be .

LinkedIn's 2025 top companies in India: TCS, Accenture, Infosys top in list

Artificial intelligence, AI engineering and mobile application development are the most sought after skills at the top 3 Indian companies of 2025. They also offer opportunities for learning and growth

Raj CM distributes 7,800 joining letters, launches key education schemes

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma along with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated Rojgar Utsav Avam Yuva Sammelan here on Saturday and distributed 7,800 appointment letters to job aspirants. The participants attended the event in person and online from various districts across the state. Sharma also launched the Mukhya Mantri Shikshit Rajasthan Abhiyan and released a booklet on the AI Act, student attendance app, On Demand Exam (Open School), Skill Policy, Youth Policy, directives on the scheme of assistance of Rs 10,000 for employment and Atal Knowledge Centre. Anakshi Jaiswal, daughter of a victim of the 2008 blast in Jaipur, was among the recipients of job appointment letters as a junior assistant in the Jaipur collector office. Speaking on the occasion, Sharma said the state government is moving ahead with its Resolution Letter to provide 1 lakh jobs in a year, out of which 67,000 have already been provided. He slammed Congress over their criticism of employment in t

Internship opportunities in India doubled in last 3 years: Report

Internship opportunities in the country have doubled over the past three years as organisations are trying to equip young professionals with industry-ready skills, a report has said. Internships are taking centre stage as companies gear up to equip young talent with real-world skills, said a report by global job site Indeed. According to data from Indeed, India witnessed a 103 per cent increase in internship postings over the past three years (February 2022 till February 2025), underscoring how businesses are doubling on internships to bridge the gap between academics and industry expectations. The report by Indeed is based on an analysis of data on its platform from February 2022 to February 2025. It further revealed that as industries evolve-especially with the rise of AI, data analytics, and digital transformation, companies are using internships not only to offer hands-on experience but also to spot and groom top talent early on. Delhi, Karnataka, and Maharashtra lead the pack

Govt working on single job portal for recruitment: Jitendra Singh

The Centre has started working on creating a single job application portal for all government recruitment, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Saturday. He said the aim behind the portal is to ease the burden on job seekers so that they save time and energy from applying across multiple platforms. Chairing a high-level meeting at the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) in North Block here, Singh emphasised the government's commitment to streamlining the recruitment process and enhancing governance through technology-driven reforms. He instructed the creation of a single job application portal' to ease the burden on job seekers and save their time and energy from applying across multiple platforms, according to a Personnel Ministry statement. Later, talking to PTI, the minister said, "The work has already begun. We will try to complete the work in a time-bound manner. It will help job seekers a lot," said Singh, the Minister of State for Personnel. He also hailed the ...

PLI scheme creates 26,351 jobs in India's telecom manufacturing industry

PLI scheme covers 33 telecom and networking products, against which companies can claim incentives, as mentioned in the release

As technology advances, fear of future shock for India's workforce

A large chunk of it is unprepared for new skills as AI and machine learning become common

Most professionals in India looking for new job in 2025: LinkedIn research

A significant percentage of professionals in India are looking for a new job this year, but the search is tougher than ever, according to new research from leading global professional network LinkedIn. More than two-thirds (69 per cent) of Indian HR professionals feel it has become more challenging to find qualified talent for a role, signalling a necessary shift in the way professionals will need to apply for - and land a job in 2025. According to LinkedIn, 49 per cent of job seekers are applying to more jobs than ever, but are hearing back less. Hirers are also finding the process increasingly challenging. Over one-fourth (27 per cent) of HR professionals spend between 3-5 hours a day reviewing applications and 55 per cent said that less than half the job applications they receive meet all the criteria, LinkedIn added. "The job market is tough, but it's a reminder for Indians to take a more thoughtful approach to their job search," Nirajita Banerjee, Career Expert and Sr. Managi

Unincorporated enterprises rise 12.28%, sees 10% rise in jobs: Govt survey

Unincorporated sector enterprises witnessed a 10.01 per cent increase in employment to over 12 crore during the year ended September 2024, while the number of establishments rose 12.28 per cent to 7.34 crore, according to a government survey. The survey, which covers unincorporated non-agriculture sector enterprises, showed gross value added (GVA) grew 16.52 per cent during the October 2023 - September 2024 period. These findings form part of the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) for 2023-24 for the reference period -- October 2023 - September 2024 -- referred to as ASUSE 2023-24, released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) on Tuesday. The sector employed more than 12 crore workers between October 2023 and September 2024, marking an increase of more than one crore workers from 2022-23 and reflecting robust labour market growth. The total number of workers employed increased to 12,05,99,800 in ASUSE 2023-24 from 10,96,26,000 i

White collar hiring rises by 2% in Nov driven by non-IT sector: Report

White-collar hiring activity reported a modest 2 per cent growth in November compared to the same month last year, mainly driven by sectors including oil and gas, artificial intelligence-machine learning (AI/ML), FMCG among others, a report said on Tuesday. Naukri JobSpeak Index, an indicator of white-collar hiring activity, reported modest trends in November, coming in at 2,430 points, reporting a 2 per cent year-on-year growth. This positive trend is driven by strong growths in key non-IT sectors like Oil and Gas (16 per cent), Pharma/Biotech (7 per cent), FMCG (7 per cent), and Real Estate (10 per cent), alongside sustained momentum in emerging domains like AI-ML (30 per cent) and global capability centres (11 per cent), the report said. The IT sector continues to hold steady, registering a flattish trend compared with last year. In November, standout performers included Oil and Gas (14 per cent), Artificial Intelligence-Machine Learning (20 per cent), FMCG (6 per cent) and GCCs

Unemployment rate remains unchanged at 3.2% from July 2023 to June 2024

Unemployment rate for persons aged 15 years and above has remained unchanged at 3.2 per cent in July 2023 to June 2024, according to the labour force survey annual report released on Monday. The unemployment rate (UR) is defined as the percentage of persons unemployed among the persons in the labour force. The report stated that while the UR for male has shown a marginal decline from 3.3 per cent during July 2022 June 2023 to 3.2 per per cent during July 2023 June 2024, among female it has increased from 2.9 per cent to 3.2 per cent during the same time span. Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in usual status for persons of age 15 years and above was 60.1 per cent during July 2023 - June 2024 higher than 57.9 per cent in the previous year. The same for male and female was 78.8 per cent and 41.7 per cent, respectively. LFPR is defined as the percentage of persons in labour force (i.e. working or seeking or available for work) in the population. LFPR for female of age 15 year

47% Gen Z professionals prioritise work-life balance in job search: Report

Forty-seven per cent Gen Z professionals plan to leave their jobs within two years, while as many prioritise work-life balance when evaluating potential employers, according to a survey. The report, titled "Gen Z at workplace", is based on a survey of over 5,350 Gen Z and 500 HR professionals, conducted by Unstop -- a talent engagement and hiring platform for students and graduates. The report highlighted a significant concern among Gen Z professionals, with 51 per cent expressing fear of job loss at present. This anxiety extends to their career prospects, as 40 per cent worry about securing positions in their preferred fields upon entering the job market. "Despite these reservations, Gen Z demonstrates a clear set of priorities when it comes to their careers. 77 pc of the respondents prioritise the role or brand over commercials, with 43 pc specifically seeking hands-on experience and growth opportunities. This focus on professional development is further emphasised by the fact tha

High-paying jobs in India: What does it take to get into that club

Why the best-paid professions in 2024 stand out compared to other more modest roles

20,000 govt jobs given in last three years: Tripura minister Tinku Roy

Tripura Labour Minister Tinku Roy on Thursday claimed that 20,000 people have been recruited in various government departments in the last three years. During a discussion on the unemployment issue initiated by Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman, the minister said 20,000 people have been recruited in different categories -- regular scale, contractual and fixed pay -- in the government sector in the last three years. The minister said the process has already begun to fill up 20,000 more posts in various government departments. He claimed that the number of registered unemployed youths has reduced from 7,41,305 on March 31, 2018 to 3,09,882 on March 31, 2024. "It is not true that job aspirants are frustrated... The number of registered unemployed across the state has reduced by almost double from 2018 to 2024 due to all-out efforts to address the issue," he said. Earlier, Roy Barman attacked the BJP-led government, saying, "The number of unemployed engineers stood at 1,800 while there ha

We must raise the bar to impart lifelong learning in B-schools: Bijapurkar

Reflecting on her own experiences, Bijapurkar noted that her generation, which largely lacked formal economics training before the 1991 economic reforms, survived by continually learning

Trade unions divided over the new employment linked incentive schemes

Labour ministry said that the ELI schemes have been designed to encourage businesses to generate more employment as well as to provide meaningful and sustainable jobs for the youth of the country

Govt to soon launch scheme to train young girls for non-traditional jobs

The government will soon launch a scheme to train 14-18 years old girls in non-traditional job roles, a move aimed at increasing women's participation in the labour force, a top official said on Wednesday. The pilot of the scheme will be launched in the next 2-3 weeks, Secretary in Ministry of Women and Child Development Anil Malik said. The scheme, which is being launched in 27 districts in the pilot phase, will eventually be expanded to cover 218 districts across the country, he said. A non-traditional career is generally defined as a certain role that has less than 25 per cent of a specific gender, either men or women. As part of the 'Introduction of Special Project for Empowering Adolescent Girls & Women', 14-18 years old girls would be provided training near their schools and homes while they continue their education. The secretary shared that the pilot will be launched in 2-3 weeks under which training in non-traditional job roles will be provided along with digital ...