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How will we give jobs? PM Modi's strong pitch for privatisation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday stressed on the private sector's vital role in the economy and asserted that the culture of 'abusing' it for votes is no longer acceptable. If the public sector is important, the role of the private sector is also vital, he said during his reply in Lok Sabha to the discussion on the motion of thanks to the President's address. Watch the video for more.

India to see marginal hike in average salary to 6.4% in 2021: Survey

Salaries in India are projected to rise by an average of 6.4 per cent in 2021, marginally higher than the average actual increase of 5.9 per cent in 2020, according to a Willis Towers Watson survey. According to Willis Towers Watson's latest Salary Budget Planning Survey report, an average salary increase of 6.4 per cent in 2021 translates to a median increase of 7 per cent. "As companies in India respond to the economic implications of the COVID-19 crisis, there is an increased optimism on business recovery, but it is yet to translate into the salary increment budget," said Rajul Mathur, Consulting Head Talent & Rewards, Willis Towers Watson India. Mathur further said that with compensation budgets lower than previous years, companies are likely to prioritise allocation towards protecting critical and high skilled talent. "Through 2021, we can continue to expect greater emphasis on pay for performance and pay linked to business output," Mathur said. As per the survey, on ...

Europe hiring by IT firms set to go up with deal wins on the rise

TCS to hire 1,500 employees in UK; with large deals coming from Europe headcount will go up, say analyst

Job postings in cybersecurity domain rise 16% in January: Report

As more and more companies have adopted online medium of doing business, there is a spurt in job postings for cybersecurity domain rising 16 per cent y-o-y in January, according to a report.

US employment growth likely rebounded; more government money still needed

President Joe Biden is pushing the U.S. Congress to pass a $1.9 trillion recovery plan, which has been met with resistance from mostly Republican lawmakers

Reliance deal will save jobs of 25,000 employees: Future Retail lawyer

The Delhi High Court is hearing the appeal filed by Future Retail Limited (FRL) against the Court's order passed earlier this week

3 in 4 Indian professionals to actively look for new job in 2021: LinkedIn

The job market is set to become more competitive this year as three in four Indian professionals are likely to consider changing jobs or actively look for a new roles in the next 12 months

Three in four Indians to seek jobs in 2021, reveals LinkedIn survey

LinkedIn also released a new list of "Jobs on the Rise" in India to empower professionals with critical insights about the dynamic employment scenario in the country

Priority & challenge of Budget 2021: Job-creation, boosting consumption

Looking at the announcements, the perception is one of a choice made towards efficiency and pragmatism rather than aiming for the spectacular

Localisation strategy for jobs would help address protectionism: Nilekani

He said the strategy for the companies is to be an active player in every market that they operate and have an articulation of partnership with that country and which reflects its priorities

In fight for Bengal's vote, debate on state's economy goes beyond Singur

With Assembly elections looming, the Trinamool Congress is highlighting its industry-friendly tag as the Bharatiya Janata Party vows to transform the state into an investment paradise

Statsguru: Recovery uneven, but upturns expected in banking, construction

Construction may grow at 4.4 per cent in H2 - significantly better compared to other major sectors. If this really happens, it could help reverse the job losses in the informal sector to some extent

Labour markets disappoint in Dec

The count of the unemployed mounted to 38.7 million in December 2020 compared to 27.4 million in November, registering a massive increase of 11.3 million

Tripura govt to offer jobs to families of those lost in political violence

The six-member committee, headed by the law minister, scrutinised ten applications in the first meeting held on Thursday

SBI PO admit card 2021 released at sbi.co.in; check exam dates and schedule

Registered candidates can download their SBI PO hall ticket from the official website of the SBI at - sbi.co.in

Top headlines: SC allows farmer protests; Agarwal makes $10 bn India plan

Business Standard brings you top news of the evening

TNUSRB answer key released for police constable exam on tnusrbonline.org

TNUSRB answer key 2020: Objections, if any, can be raised against the answer key till December 23

Govt trying to create five crore jobs in next 5 years: Nitin Gadkari

Union Road Transport and Highways and MSME Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Tuesday that the government is trying to create five crore jobs in the next five years.

Azim Premji calls Covid-19 a magnifying glass for structural injustices

Says the pandemic has been a sharp reminder that the economy is a part of society and that human well-being matters in all its dimensions equally

Railways to begin recruitment drive on December 15; Covid disclosure must

The first round of the exams will be held from December 15 to December 18. The next phase will be from December 28 till March 2021 tentatively, and the third round will be till the end of June 2021