Advanced Dimensionality Reduction: t-SNE, UMAP, and PCA for Feature Space Simplification
Imagine walking into an art gallery filled with thousands of intricate paintings. Each painting represents a data point, with colours, textures, and patterns symbolising features. Now, picture trying to find relationships between these artworks — which ones share similar themes,…
Campus hiring in India sees strong resurgence, driven by financial, life sciences, consumer goods companies: Survey
Campus hiring in India is seeing a strong resurgence, underlining strategic skill alignment and long-term retention, according to a report by professional services firm Aon. The ‘Campus Study Report 2025-26’, based on a survey of more than 220 organisations, highlights…
Employees entitled to assured payout on pro rata basis on VRS after 20 yrs service or more: Govt
Central government employees are entitled to “assured payout on pro rata basis” on opting for voluntary retirement after completion of service of 20 years or more under the recently-notified rules, the personnel ministry said on Tuesday. The Department of Pension…
Skills Ministry notifies changes to Apprenticeship Act; paves way for higher stipend
The Ministry of Skills Development and Entrepreneurship notified key changes to the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, paving way for enhance stipend to Rs 12,300 from Rs 6,800 per month along with reforms such as promoting degree apprenticeships, remote or virtual apprenticeships…
Delhi government to recruit over 1,000 doctors for Aarogya Mandirs
The Delhi government will recruit over 1,000 doctors for its Aarogya Mandirs, aimed at strengthening primary health centres. The recruitment process will follow the standard procedure under the National Health Mission guidelines, with doctors being engaged on a purely contractual…
Diageo India introduces carer’s leave policy to support employees with caregiving responsibilities
Diageo India introduced a carer’s leave policy, reaffirming its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. The policy offers up to five paid days of leave annually for all full-time employees who need to support loved ones requiring long-term…
MP Police Constable recruitment 2025: Notification for 7,500 vacancies out; Check steps to apply, important dates & other details
The Madhya Pradesh Staff Selection Commission (MPSSC) on Sunday published the official notification for the recruitment of 7,500 constable posts in the state’s police department. The application process, which will be online, will begin on Monday, September 15 and will…
India’s tech workforce becomes more discerning; flexibility now core differentiator
Most tech professionals are open to new opportunities, but they are increasingly selective about job roles that align with their values regarding purpose, career progression, and physical & emotional well-being, according to a report. In its latest Talent Trends Spotlight…
India’s tech workforce becomes more discerning; flexibility now core differentiator
Most tech professionals are open to new opportunities, but they are increasingly selective about job roles that align with their values regarding purpose, career progression, and physical & emotional well-being, according to a report. In its latest Talent Trends Spotlight…
500 doctors to be recruited soon to fill shortage in Haryana govt hospitals: Health minister Rao
Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao Friday said that 500 doctors will be recruited soon and there will be no shortage of doctors in government hospitals. The proposal for recruitment has already been prepared, and the hiring process will begin…
Apprenticeship rules revised: Stipend hiked 81% to Rs 12,300
New Delhi: The ministry of skills development and entrepreneurship has notified key changes to the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 paving the way for an increase in stipend to ₹12,300 per month from ₹6,800. The changes also usher in reforms such as…
SSC warns against discussion, analysis of question papers of recruitment exams on social media
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has warned that strong penal action will be taken if there is any “discussion/analysis” on social media of question papers of government jobs recruitment examinations conducted by it. All such activities are strictly prohibited under…
Indian professionals see AI as a skill that could lead to higher pay, promotions: Survey
Many in India are preparing for the next wave of workplace change by embracing AI as a means to stay employable, grow in their careers and secure future opportunities, according to a new report. The Work Ahead report, Indeed’s latest…
ISB Online's Certificate Programme in Business Strategy: Shaping the strategists of tomorrow
ISB Online’s Certificate Programme in Business Strategy is a 30-week immersive experience designed for professionals seeking strategic roles. The program equips learners with the mindset and tools to analyze competitive environments and build future-ready business models.
Flexibility emerges as core differentiator in fight for tech talent : Report
Tech talent in India is at the forefront of redefining workplace priorities. While nine in 10 tech professionals are open to new opportunities, they are being increasingly selective about job roles that align with their values regarding purpose, career progression,…
Work-retire-work: How Gen Z and millennials are ditching the hustle culture for multi-retirement
Retirement is no longer a one-off milestone at the end of a working life: it’s becoming a series of deliberate pauses. A new HSBC report shows that affluent Gen Z and millennial Indians are leading a global trend in taking…
Real money gaming ban leaves 2,000+ workers searching for new jobs
Resumes from employees in the gaming sector have surged in the job market after the recent ban on online money games left many professionals uncertain about their careers. “More than 2,000 professionals are currently on the lookout for opportunities,” Aditya…
Rajasthan Constable Recruitment Exam 2025 city intimation slip out on sso.rajasthan.gov.in; check how to download
The Rajasthan Police Department has made the city intimation slip for the Constable Recruitment Examination 2025 available online. Registered applicants can now log in to the official portal using their SSO ID and password, or by entering their application number…
IBPS RRB PO, Clerk Registration 2025: Application invited for 13,000 posts, check key dates, eligibility, selection process
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification for the 14th Common Recruitment Process (CRP RRBs XIV) for Regional Rural Banks. The online application process began on September 1, 2025, and will continue until September 21, 2025….
Quess adds 1.33 lakh new formal jobs, 23% includes women: Pulse report
While 80% of India’s 570 million workers are still in the informal economy, formalisation is steadily gaining momentum, finds a new report by staffing and workforce solutions provier Quess Corp. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization recorded 139.78 lakh net new…
Quick commerce to hike festive workforce by up to 60%
Quick-commerce platforms are set to bolster their temporary workforces by 40-60% this festive season to cope with a likely surge in demand, according to staffing and recruitment services firms. Additionally, Redseer estimates that the share of quick commerce deliveries this…
WBSSC to use unique security feature in question paper in teacher recruitment exam: Chairman
The West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) on Saturday said several unique security features have been added to the question papers for detecting any malpractices during the SLST examination slated to be held on September 7 and 14 where an…
UNIRAJ results 2025: Rajasthan University declares B.Ed Part I & II results; here’s how to check marks card
University of Rajasthan on Saturday declared results of B.Ed Part I, II. Candidates who attempted the B.Ed Part I and B.Ed Padt II examinations can now check the results on the official website of Rajasthan University at result.uniraj.ac.in. Additionally, the…
Meesho generates over 1 mn job opportunities ahead of festival season
Mumbai, Softbank-backed e-commerce firm Meesho on Monday said it has generated over a million job opportunities through its sellers network as well as logistics space ahead of the festival season this year. The job opportunities in the logistics sector have…
Formal job creation down for two fiscals after record FY23
Net formal job creation under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) fell for two straight years through FY25, sharply retreating from its record in FY23. A total of 12.9 million net formal jobs got created under EPFO in the last…
IIT JAM 2026 registration process begins at joaps.iitb.ac.in : Here is direct link, steps to apply & other details
IIT Bombay has begun the registration process for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (IIT JAM) 2026 on Friday. The national-level exam is for postgraduate science programs (M.Sc., Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., Dual Degree, etc.) in IITs and IISc. The application will…
SSC to provide scribe to candidates with benchmark disability
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will provide scribe to eligible candidates appearing in different recruitment examinations conducted by it, an official statement said.The decision follows comprehensive guidelines issued on August 1, 2025, by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with…
Inside Wharton Executive Education’s Chief Financial Officer Program — India
India’s breakneck growth isn’t just keeping pace with global shifts. It’s also actively setting trends. As industries across the country embrace digital transformation, sustainability, and smarter capital strategies, the role of the chief financial officer (CFO) is being redefined. Today’s…
Future-proofing tech leaders in India’s $300 billion digital economy
The tech world has moved past the days when you could succeed by being purely technical or purely business-focused. Today’s organizations need leaders who speak both languages fluently: people who understand code and algorithms, but can also craft compelling product…
ICAI exams postponed: CA Final and Intermediate papers delayed in Punjab cities and Jammu due to floods, heavy rain
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has postponed the CA Final and Intermediate examinations scheduled for 3rd and 4th September 2025 at select centres in Punjab and Jammu City. The announcement was made on Tuesday, as a partial…
Bengaluru professionals look to future-proof their careers in age of AI and tech disruptions: Survey
Professionals in Bengaluru are doubling down on future-proofing their careers, with 88% planning to pursue certificate courses in this financial year to acquire new technical skills amid the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology disruptions, said a report…
SBI PO Prelims Result 2025 Declared at sbi.co.in: What’s next and key points to remember
The State Bank of India (SBI) has declared the results of the Probationary Officer (PO) Preliminary Examination 2025. The exam was held on August 2, 4, and 5. Candidates can check their results on the official website, sbi.co.in, under the…
White-collar hiring up 3 pc in Aug; non-IT, AI-ML roles drive growth
India’s white-collar job market experienced a modest 3 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in hiring in August 2025, primarily driven by robust hiring in non-IT sectors and a surge in demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) roles,…
All India 12 State Agniveer Vayu recruitment rally started in Odisha’s Baripada; thousands young aspirants participate
The Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Recruitment Rally 2025 commenced today at the Chhau Padia ground in Baripada, Odisha, with thousands of young aspirants from 12 states participating. The rally will run until September 3, 2025, and offers a golden…
Management jobs to increase with AI advent, B-schools need to prepare students: GIM Director
The number of jobs in the management sector is going to rise with the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI), but they will require a different skill set from the present prerequisites, according to Goa Institute of Management Director Ajit Parulekar….
GATE 2026 registration window open: Here’s how to apply, important dates, fees & other details
GATE 2026: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati on Thursday opened the registration window for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026. Interested candidates can apply for the entrance examination on the official website — gate2026.IITG.ac.in. GATE 2026 will…
JKSSB JE 2025 exam postponed again due to bad weather conditions
Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board on Saturday postponed JKSSB JE 2025 exam due to heavy rains in the state. The examination for Junior Engineer (Civil), which was to be held on September 7, has now been deferred without mentioning…
ISB Online’s Leadership with AI programme equips senior executives for the GenAI and Agentic AI era
Fluency in Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming a core leadership skill, and it’s not limited to tech roles any longer. Anyone driving growth, performance, or long-term relevance needs to understand AI. According to McKinsey (2025), 92% of companies plan…
E-commerce platforms ramp up seasonal hiring ahead of festivities, create over 3.8 lakh jobs
Indian e-commerce platforms are ramping up seasonal hiring as they anticipate a surge in demand over the upcoming festive season. Major e-commerce platforms, including Flipkart, Amazon, and Myntra, have created over 3.8 lakh seasonal job opportunities across their supply chain,…
India’s AI boom: 1 qualified engineer for every 10 open GenAI roles, says Teamlease Report
India’s AI market is on the cusp of hyper-growth phase, seen at USD 28.8 billion by 2025 but faces severe talent crunch with only one qualified engineer available for every 10 open GenAI roles, a report by TeamLease Digital said…
Formal job postings dips in July; tech sector continues to drive growth: Report
Even as formal job postings witnessed a decline in July, but was still 70 per cent above the pre-pandemic level, signaling a sustained hiring momentum, a report said on Thursday. According to a report by global job matching and hiring…
Ecommerce companies go big on gig hiring for festive play
New Delhi: Seasonal hiring by ecommerce companies is at a three-year high this festive period, driven by market leaders Amazon and Flipkart that are also onboarding far more female and differently abled temporary workers compared with the previous seasons. Ecommerce…
Looking for your first job? You’re AI’s prime target
Artificial intelligence has long promised to reshape the labour market but new research from Stanford University has just confirmed what many young workers are already feeling. Entry-level employees are among the first to be displaced by generative AI. Led by…
Madhya Pradesh police to fill 22,500 entry-level posts over three years
The Madhya Pradesh government has announced that it will fill 22,500 entry-level posts in the state police force over the next three years to improve law and order, and in light of the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2028, an official…
Digital transformation and jobs are evolving—is your AI readiness keeping up?
Global organisations are undergoing a decisive shift. According to the IBM Global AI Adoption Index 2023, 42% of enterprises have actively deployed artificial intelligence (AI), while 40% are experimenting with the technology. At the same time, workplace expectations are evolving….
Are you ready for the CXO track? This senior leadership programme prepares you for the leap
Strategic leaders are in short supply and high demand. According to a 2023 study by Harvard Business Review, global organisations spend over USD 60 billion annually on leadership development Yet, Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace Report 2024 reveals a…
Women’s employment rate nearly doubled to 40.3 pc in last seven years
Women’s employment rate in India nearly doubled in past seven years from 22 per cent in 2017-18 to 40.3 per cent in 2023-24, the labour ministry said on Monday. It said that the unemployment rate dipped from 5.6 per cent…
Seven in 10 startups want to upskill employees in AI, Blockchain, Product Management: Imarticus Learning report
New Delhi: More than 70% of startups are looking to upskill their employees in AI-based applications in their domain, Blockchain, and product management through short-term, skill-based programmes, according to a report by Imarticus Learning, a professional education and corporate training…
EPFO sees record number of net formal jobs added in June
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation added a record 2.18 million net formal jobs in June, which is the highest recorded addition since payroll data tracking began in April 2018, shows the provisional payroll data released by the ministry of labour…
Global warming is curbing workers’ productivity, WHO says
A warming planet is weighing on workers’ health and productivity, according to a report highlighting the economic risks of climate change. As the frequency and intensity of heat waves increase, workers face a growing risk of heatstroke, dehydration, kidney disfunction…
PPU UG Admit Card 2025 released at ppuponline.in: Here’s how to download hall ticket
Patliputra University on Saturday released the admit cards for the undergraduate second semester examinations. Students, who will appear for the examination, can download their hall tickets from the official website at ppuponline.in. To download the hall ticket, candidates will need…
Maharashtra govt to recruit 15,631 police, prison constables
The Maharashtra government on Wednesday approved recruitment of 15,631 police and prison constables. In a special concession, candidates who crossed the maximum age limit in 2022 and 2023 too will be allowed to apply, said a Government Resolution (GR) or…
WBJEE 2025 results out at wbjeeb.nic.in; check how to view scorecard, reasons for delay and what’s next
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) announced the final results of the WBJEE 2025 on Friday, after much delay due to legal troubles. Candidates who appeared for the test can now access and download their rank cards from…
The games leaders play—master them with this advanced management programme
Today’s business landscape is evolving at a relentless pace. Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), digital-first business models, shifting geopolitics, and intensifying stakeholder expectations are reshaping the competitive game. From global supply chains to investor priorities, the rules are being…
SSC shortened exam notice duration from 45 days to around 21 days: Govt in RS
The Staff Selection Commission has introduced different reform measures to shorten the recruitment cycle, including reduction in the duration of exam notice from around 45 days to 21 days, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Thursday. Due to the cumulative…
CSIR-UGC NET 2025 final answer key released at csirnet.nta.ac.in: Check direct link to download here
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Wednesday released final answer key for the CSIR-UGC NET June 2025 session on its official website csirnet.nta.ac.in. The final answer key has been released following a answer key and the objection window, which allowed…
CSIR-UGC NET June 2025 results declared at csirnet.nta.ac.in: Check direct link, steps to download scorecard here
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Wednesday released the results of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) University Grants Commission (UGC) National Eligibility Test (NET) (Joint CSIR UGC NET 2025) for the June 2025 session. Candidates who appeared…
CGBSE Supplementary Result 2025 declared on cgbse.nic.in; check how to download result, key highlights & more
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) has declared the Class 10 and Class 12 Supplementary Result 2025. Students who appeared for the supplementary examinations can now check their results online through the official website cgbse.nic.in. To access the marksheet,…
UK’s Compass plans to boost India headcount as GCCs drive growth
Compass Group, the world’s largest caterer, plans to boost its India workforce by up to 75% over the next three years as it adds more clients, including global capability centres, an executive told Reuters. The UK-based company, which employs about…
RPSC Senior Teacher Recruitment 2025: Registration starts for 6,500 vacancies, check key dates, eligibility, application fee, how to apply
RPSC Senior Teacher Vacancy 2025: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has opened the registration process for Senior Teacher posts today on August 19, 2025. The application window will remain open till September 17, 2025. The recruitment drive aims to…
Amazon India creates 150,000 seasonal jobs, up from 110,000 last year
In an attempt to reach out to more customers this festive season, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, Amazon India has created more than 150,000 seasonal work opportunities across its network of fulfilment centres, sort centres and last-mile delivery stations,…
ICMAI CMA Result 2025 declared: Here’s how to check Intermediate and Final scorecards on icmai.in
ICMAI CMA Result June 2025 Announced: The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) has announced the results for the CMA Intermediate and Final examinations for the June 2025 session today, Monday, August 11. Candidates who appeared for these exams…
UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025: Registration window to close tomorrow; check steps to apply & other details
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is set to close the registration window for EPFO recruitment 2025 tomorrow, August 18. Aspiring candidates can apply for Enforcement Officer and Assistant PF Commissioner vacancies on UPSC’s official website, upsc.gov.in. The drive aims to…
More big four pros landing at C-suite spot as firms become leadership pipeline
Mumbai: The Big Four are fast emerging as a powerful pipeline of C-suite talent, with their breadth of exposure, sector expertise, commercial acumen and ability to drive change now valued well beyond their finance and tax roots.Industry experts say around…
FYJC Admissions: Maharashtra to start special round to fill vacant Class 11 seats; check all details
The centralised admission process for Class 11 in Maharashtra has now moved into a decisive phase, with the Education Department announcing a “Special Round” to address remaining vacancies and accommodate students who were unable to secure seats earlier, according an…
Women are changing the ‘spirit’ of the industry; percentage in alcobev, tobacco close gap with FMCG
Kolkata | Bengaluru: India’s large alcohol and tobacco companies are ramping up hiring of women professionals. The diversity and inclusion push is aided by a young workforce that has shrugged off the negative social perception associated with working in these…
Nitish Kumar announces uniform fee of Rs 100 for prelims of all Bihar competitive exams; mains to be free
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday announced a uniform fee of ₹100 for preliminary tests of all competitive examinations in the state, with no fee to be charged for appearing in the mains. Kumar said the decision will benefit…
Maharashtra cabinet approves recruitment of 15,000 police personnel
The Maharashtra cabinet on Tuesday approved the recruitment of 15,000 police personnel in the state, the Chief Minister’s Office said. The cabinet also approved Viability Gap Funding for Solapur-Pune-Mumbai route. In another decision, the cabinet relaxed norms for guarantors of…
SBI launches special loan scheme for Agniveers on occasion of 79th Independence Day
State Bank of India on Thursday announced the launch of a special personal loan scheme for Agniveers under the Government of India’s short-term Agnipath recruitment programme on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day. Under this loan scheme, Agniveers with…
Bajaj Finance MD Rajeev Jain best paid NBFC top exec in FY25
Mumbai: Bajaj Finance managing director Rajeev Jain emerged as the highest-paid top executive of a non-banking finance company in fiscal 2025 with a total package exceeding ₹65 crore. Including employee stock options worth ₹40 crore, his overall earnings crossed ₹105…
COMEDK UGET counselling 2025 Round 2 result out at comedk.org: How to check online and next steps
The Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) announced the Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET) 2025 Round 2 counselling seat allotment on Tuesday. Candidates who attempted the exam can check their seat allotment results on the official website,…
NEET UG Counselling 2025 Round 1 seat allotment delayed as choice submission deadline extended
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced an extension for the deadline to submit preference choices for the first round of NEET UG counselling 2025. Originally, students were required to finalize and submit their college and course preferences by August…
PwC India plans to triple its revenue and create 20,000 jobs in next five years
PwC India, is looking to increase its annual revenue to three times its current level within the next five years as part of its Vision 2030 strategy, the firm said Tuesday. The growth will be supported by annual investments equivalent…
AP Mega DSC 2025 results announced at apdsc.apcfss.in: Check details, what’s next
The Department of School Education (DSE), Andhra Pradesh, has declared the Mega DSC 2025 results. Candidates who appeared for the recruitment exam can now check their qualifying status on the official website, apdsc.apcfss.in, by logging in with their credentials. The…
CGBSE supplementary result 2025 date: Check likely announcement, official site and how to download scorecard
CGBSE 10th, 12th Supplementary Result 2025: The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) is set to release the supplementary exam results for Classes 10 and 12 soon. The review of answer sheets from the second main exam is almost complete,…
ICMAI CMA June 2025 Final, Intermediate results Declared at icmai.in; how to check marksheet & more
ICMAI CMA Inter, Final Result 2025 OUT: The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) declared the results for the CMA Intermediate and Final examinations for the June 2025 session today, Monday, August 11. Candidates who appeared for the exams…
CBSE to launch open book exams for Class 9 in 2026-27 academic session
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will roll out open book assessments (OBAs) for Class 9 starting in the 2026-27 academic year, following a decision taken at its governing body meeting in June. As per the meeting minutes, the…
AI isn’t the only culprit: GCCs in the spotlight in India’s IT layoff story
Some Bengaluru-based doyens may disagree, but as recent events would suggest, Vishal Sikka was probably the most prescient of recent Indian IT CEOs. In 2015, under his leadership, Infosys invested $1.4 million in ANSR (pronounced Answer) which helped foreign companies…
Millennials, Gen Z make up two-thirds of all blue collar job applications: Report
In the blue collar category, Millennials and Gen Z continued to remain among the country’s highest job-seeking population, accounting for 65 per cent of all job applications in 2024 as well as 2025, a report said on Saturday. Among these,…
BITS Pilani placements jump 11% for 2025 batch; salaries, offers hit record highs
Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani has seen an 11% year-on-year increase in placements for the class of 2025, with students bagging more offers and higher median and average salary packages from companies across sectors such as semiconductor,…
SBI PO Prelims Result 2025: Check likely date, official site and how to download scorecard
The State Bank of India (SBI) has completed the Probationary Officer (PO) Prelims Exam 2025, conducted on 2, 4, and 5 August at centres across the country. The results are expected to be declared soon on the official website, sbi.co.in….
BSF Constable Recruitment 2025: Application window open to fill 3,588 vacancies; check eligibility criteria, selection process here
Border Security Force (BSF) has called for applications Constable posts. Candidates can apply till 3,588 vacancies through the official website of BSF at rectt.bsf.gov.in. The last date for application is August 23, while the correction window will open on August…
India tops global GenAI learner count, but skills gap looms large
India has emerged as the global leader in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) course enrolments, according to Coursera’s Global Skills Report 2025 released on Thursday. With more than 1.3 million GenAI learners in 2024, India led the world in terms of…
WBJEE 2025 results to be announced tomorrow at wbjeeb.nic.in: Steps to check and more
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB) is set to release the WBJEE 2025 final results on August 7. Once declared, candidates can access their scorecards on the official website — wbjeeb.nic.in. Following the result announcement, the board will…
GATE 2026 registration likely to begin in August; Check dates, eligibility & required documents
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati is expected to begin the GATE 2026 registration process in August 2025. Candidates aiming for MTech or research programmes can find details on eligibility, required documents, and application steps below. Based on past…
Only 15% of PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana beneficiaries land jobs, govt data shows
Amid persisting concerns over youth unemployment, government data shows that out of more than 1.6 crore candidates trained under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) since 2015, only 24.3 lakh have secured job placements, accounting for less than 15%…
APPSC planning for a major change: Prelims could be held only if applications cross 200 times the vacancies
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) on Monday proposed a major change in the examination process for government job recruitments across various departments in the state. APPSC is planning to conduct the preliminary exam only if the number of…
CBSE Class 10 supplementary results 2025: Check how to download marksheet from results.cbse.nic.in
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to release the Class 10 supplementary results 2025 shortly on its official website, results.cbse.nic.in. Students who appeared for the supplementary exam can download their provisional mark sheets immediately after checking their…
Andhra to launch first portal to link job seekers with corporates
Andhra Pradesh government is set to launch a LinkedIn-like portal to connect blue-collared job seekers with corporates, marking a significant step towards delivering its election promise of generating two million jobs in five years. The first-of-its-kind portal Naipunyam, which literally…
NEET PG 2025: With the exam concluded, will NBE release the answer key for candidates to predict scores?
The NEET PG 2025 examination concluded on Sunday and the answer key will be released by several coaching institutions soon. The exam was concluded on Sunday at 233 test cities across country. The exam was conducted by NBE in a…
For girls to go into engineering, they need role models, and that starts in the classroom, not the boardroom: Mary Ellen Randall
It is an organisation that pretty much touches every soul on the planet and yet not many know about it. The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is the world’s largest technical professional organisation, and it oversees the setting…
KCET first round result 2025: Final college allotment to release today at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will release the first round final seat allotment result for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET or UGCET) counselling today, August 2, 2025. Candidates who filled college course preferences can check their allotment status on…
KCET, NEET UG 2025 provisional seat allotment announced: Check steps to check result here
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on Friday declared the provisional seat allotment results for both the Undergraduate Common Entrance Test (UGCET or KCET) and Karnataka’s state quota for NEET UG 2025. Candidates who applied can check the allotment on the…
White-collar hiring grows 7% in July: Report
India’s white-collar job market grew 7% year-on-year in July, with the Naukri JobSpeak Index rising to 3,074, up from 2,877 a year earlier. The uptick was largely powered by non-IT sectors, with hospitality (+26%), insurance (+22%), education (+16%) and oil…
First-time job seekers benefit most by PMVBRY: Provident fund official
Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharath Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) is a great help to first-time job seekers who often are perceived as lacking in basic skills, said Salil Sankar, Regional PF Commissioner I, EPFO, on Thursday. He was addressing an awareness session…
Rozgar Mela will continue to catalyse expeditious filling up of vacant posts: Govt
Rozgar Mela will continue to act as a catalyst for expeditious filling up of vacant posts in various government bodies and organisations, Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh said on Thursday. Filling up of vacant posts is a…
Govt plans fresh pilot for PM Internship scheme as candidate dropouts remain high
New Delhi: The government will likely roll out one more phase of its pilot project in a month before launching an expanded version of the PM Internship scheme later this fiscal, people aware of the details said. Given that internship…
CAT 2025 to be held on November 30, IIM Kozhikode to conduct exams
New Delhi: Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode will conduct this year’s Common Admission Test for MBA programmes in India, or CAT 2025, the institute said in a news release on Wednesday. Registration for CAT 2025 will open on August 1…
Electric vehicle companies to drive wage boom
Bengaluru: Employers in key industries are planning measured compensation increases, with salary increments projected to range between 6.2% and 11.3% across industries, according to the TeamLease Services’ Jobs and Salaries Primer FY26. Some city and role-level salary increments may go…
TS EAMCET 2025 Phase Seat Allotment Result released at tgeapcet nic in: Check key dates, next steps, admission formalities
The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has released the phase 2 seat allotment results for the Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET) 2025 today, July 29. Students who took part in phase 2…
RRB NTPC 2025 Result: Here are the websites and steps to download scorecard, toppers list
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) NTPC result will be declared soon on RRB websites and candidates are advised to keep a check regularly. RRB NTPC exam was held from June 5 to June 24, 2025, with about 12 lakh candidates…
60 psychologists, counsellors to be recruited for Punjab jails: Minister Harpal Singh Cheema
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Monday said 60 psychologist and counsellors will be recruited for state jails to bolster mental healthcare of inmates within the state’s correctional facilities. An approval regarding this has been granted, he added. In…
UP government renews MoU with Vision India to create more jobs for ITI trained
The UP government is now focusing on creating more job opportunities for the skilled labour force of the state. The state government is trying to create more entry level jobs for the ITI trained youth in the state. To fulfil…
NEET UG 2025 Counselling: MCC revises first round schedule, extends registration window till July 31
NEET UG Counselling 2025 Schedule Revised: The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) on Sunday revised the schedule for the first round of NEET UG 2025 counselling following candidates’ request to extend the deadline. The new last date for registration is July…
1.09 lakh vacancies in CAPFs, recruitment for 72689 posts going on: Govt
There were 1.09 lakh vacancies in the Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles as on January 1, with the recruitment for 72,689 posts ongoing, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Wednesday. Replying to a written question, Minister of State…
Over half of Indian job postings now disclose salary: Indeed survey
Salary transparency is increasingly becoming a common feature in job postings in India, with some sectors being more open than others in disclosing pay information, according to a survey based on postings on job platform Indeed. In early 2025, the…
Delhi University admission: Check colleges, courses and number of seats available for second round
DU Admission 2025: Candidates who could not get an admission into Delhi University for undergraduate courses have another chance, with several popular colleges reporting vacancies in sought-after programmes. The merit list for the second round under Common Seat Allocation System…
Seven in 10 Indian employees carrying at least one lifestyle-related health risk: Survey
India’s healthcare and workplace wellness landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with wellness emerging as a national priority in the road to Viksit Bharat 2047, according to a new report. This is being shaped by rising medical inflation (14%), increased…
Women’s share in blue-grey collar jobs growing, attrition remains a challenge: Report
Mumbai: Even as women’s overall share in blue-grey collar roles rose to 19 per cent in 2023-24, there is a huge attrition rate, especially with those with less than one year of experience, a report said on Thursday. Despite women’s…
Half of entry-level women in blue-grey jobs plan to quit within a year
More than half of India’s blue-grey collar women workers with less than one year of experience plan to leave their jobs within the next 12 months, according to a report by the Udaiti Foundation in partnership with staffing firm Quess…
Small towns, big hiring: India’s festive jobs boom moves beyond metros
Bengaluru | Kolkata: India’s tier-II and III cities are driving a sharp uptick in manpower demand ahead of the festive season, as companies ramp up hiring in these centres to tap into the next wave of growth beyond metros. Demand…
India’s AI talent gap widens as demand surges
Technology firms are grappling with a major shortage of AI-trained professionals, with only 15–20% of the workforce equipped with artificial intelligence skills. This talent gap has led to a noticeable change in hiring approaches across the industry. Whether it’s large…
CLAT 20226 examination date revealed: Check eligibility criteria, application fees and and key application dates here
The Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLUs) on Monday announced the exam date for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026. According to the notification, the premier law entrance test will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 2…
AP EAMCET 2025 seat allotment result today: Check how to download result, direct link, documents checklist
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) and the Department of Technical Education will announce the round 1 seat allotment results for AP EAMCET 2025 counselling on Monday, July 22. Candidates can check their seat allotment status on…
Skill development top motivator for Indian workers pursuing mobility experience, finds EY survey
Employee mobility is becoming a critical part of talent strategy as companies look for new ways to close skill gaps and build future-ready teams, found a survey by professional services firm EY. The EY 2025 Mobility Reimagined Survey delved into…
DGCA, BCAS, AAI have 4,291 vacant posts; shortfall not impacting their functioning: Govt
As many as 4,291 positions are lying vacant at aviation regulators DGCA and BCAS as well as at state-owned Airports Authority of India but the shortfall has not impacted the functioning of these organisations, the government said on Monday. Many…
TNEA 2025 Round 1 date: Allotment list Result likely today at tneaonline.org. Check how to download, option selection process
The Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Tamil Nadu, will release the tentative seat allotment result for round 1 of Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) 2025 today, July 17. This round covers candidates with ranks from 1 to 39,145. The choice…
IBPS PO & SO Recruitment 2025: Last date to apply on July 21; check direct link, eligibility criteria, application fees here
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will close the registration window for IBPS PO and SO Recruitment 2025 on Monday, July 21. The recruitment drive aims to fill 6,215 vacancies, including 5,208 posts for Probationary Officers (PO) and 1,007…
Voice-based roles dwindle to 26% in India’s BPM sector as AI, tech jobs rise
India’s business process management (BPM) industry is in the midst of a structural overhaul, with voice-based roles, once the sector’s bedrock,now accounting for just 26% of active job openings, according to a new report. Hiring is pivoting sharply toward non-voice,…
ESIC hires 451 UPSC candidates left out of final list via Pratibha Setu Portal
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), under the Ministry of Labour, has appointed 451 candidates as insurance medical officers through the Union Public Service Commission’s (UPSC) Pratibha Setu portal, reported TOI. These candidates had cleared all stages of the Combined…
Got a job interview? Be ready to impress a bot
Artificial intelligence is now handling initial job interviews in many tech companies. Firms like Fractal Analytics and UST are using AI to screen candidates. AI conducts interviews, designs tests, and checks for cheating. It also analyzes candidate communication. This technology…
MHT CET 2025 Provisional Merit list to release tomorrow; Check how to download on cetcell.mahacet.org & more
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, is set to publish the provisional merit list for MHT CET 2025 on July 18, 2025. Candidates who appeared for the entrance exam will be able to check their provisional standings by visiting…
India’s GCC hiring rebounds 8-10% in Q1 as focus shifts from volume to value
India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) saw a rise in hiring volumes by 8-10% in the first quarter of FY26, compared to a subdued fourth quarter of FY25, which saw a decline of 3-6%, reflecting a return to strategic, skill-focused recruitment…
India has become an epicentre of innovation in digital: Graig Paglieri, global CEO of Randstad Digital
India has become an epicentre of innovation in all things digital, evolving into much more than an option to gain wage arbitrage, said Graig Paglieri, global CEO of Randstad Digital. During a recent visit to India, Paglieri said India is…
Small cities, big growth: Hiring scene hots up in Tier 2, 3 cities
India’s employment landscape is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation. Once overshadowed by major metropolitan hubs like Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Gurgaon, smaller cities such as Udaipur, Vizag, Warangal, Lucknow and Indore are now emerging as dynamic centres for job…
AP ECET seat allotment 2025 result announced at ecet-sche.aptonline.in: Check next steps, dates and direct link
AP ECET seat allotment 2025: The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), along with the Department of Technical Education, has announced the AP ECET 2025 seat allotment result. Candidates who took part in the web counselling can now…
HUL gets first woman CEO, but India Inc still far from gender parity at the top
Hindustan Unilever’s move to appoint Priya Nair as the first female chief executive and managing director in its 92-year history marks a milestone for India’s largest fast-moving consumer goods company. Data, however, shows a glaring absence of women continues at…
Why is Big Tech dangling millions of dollars for chosen AI engineers?
Strange things seem to be happening in tech. On the one hand, there is a profusion of job cuts, most of which are attributed to artificial intelligence (AI), with bosses claiming that it can do the jobs of mainly entry-level…
PM Modi distributes over 51,000 appointment letters at 16th Rozgar Mela
New Delhi [India], July 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to newly appointed youth in various government departments and organisations via video conferencing at the 16th edition of Rozgar Mela. The recruits, selected…
Festive season hiring surge: Consumer goods and e-commerce companies increase workforce by 20-25%
Consumer goods companies, retailers, ecommerce platforms and logistics firms have stepped up hiring requirements for the upcoming festive season by 20-25% more than last year, expecting a strong recovery in sales, said senior executives of companies and hiring firms. Gig…
Breaking the glass ceiling: Female CEOs and managing directors in India Inc
Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) appointed Priya Nair, president of parent Unilever’s Beauty and Wellbeing division, as its new managing director and CEO, effective August 2025. With this move, Nair becomes one of the few women to head a major publicly…
Sabih Khan joins elite league of India-born C-suite executives at global giants
Moradabad-born Sabih Khan has joined an elite league of India-born C-suite executives at global giants after being elevated to the position of chief operating officer of iPhone maker Apple, following the path laid by the likes of Indra Nooyi, Satya…
India, China & Japan among world’s top 10 tech markets in 2025
As AI, cybersecurity, and digital innovation reshape global hiring strategies, India has emerged as a core pillar in the global tech talent economy. Led by Bengaluru and Hyderabad, six Indian cities now rank among the Asia Pacific’s top 10 destinations…
India is not just a market, it’s a growth accelerator: Jennifer Richards, Aon Asia Pacific CEO
Professional services firm Aon has made significant strides in India recently. Last year, it expanded its risk, health, and reinsurance capabilities through a key acquisition. It has also accelerated its “Aon United” strategy, bringing together talent and capability across verticals….
Odisha govt introduces fail system at Class 5, 8 examinations
The Odisha government has introduced a fail system at Class 5 and 8 annual examinations from the current academic year, an official notification said. To implement the decision, the government on Wednesday brought necessary amendments to Odisha Right of Children…
KCET Counselling 2025 starts; how to avail optional entry on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and more
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has started the KCET 2025 counselling process for candidates who qualified the Karnataka Undergraduate Common Entrance Test (UGCET). If you’re eligible, you can now enter your college and course preferences online. To do this, candidates…
Before replacing humans, AI is fighting over them
Ironically, artificial intelligence (AI), which is supposed to render a lot of humans redundant, is fighting over humans, for the moment. Big as well as small AI companies are competing to hire the brightest minds in the field, triggering talent…
Hiring momentum shifts towards tier 2 cities
India’s tier 2 cities continue to emerge as key engines driving the nation’s employment growth, according to the latest foundit Insights Tracker. While overall national hiring held steady month-on-month (0%) and grew by 20% YoY, tier 2 markets have surged…
TS ICET results 2025: Check how to download scorecard from icet.tgche.ac.in, counselling and admission process
The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) will announce the Telangana State Integrated Common Entrance Test (TS ICET) 2025 results on July 7. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their scores on the official website, icet.tgche.ac.in, once the…
CUET Result 2025 date: Final answer key released; check when scorecards will be released at cuet.nta.nic.in and what happens next
After releasing the answer keys yesterday, the National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to declare the CUET UG 2025 result soon on its official website, cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates will be able to check their individual scorecards using their application number and…
Fresher hiring in India goes up by 11% in June, Naukri report says
Fresher hiring in India increased by 11% in June 2025, majorly led by increased demand in the accounting segment, insurance sector, and AI/ML, according to Naukri JobSpeak Report June 2025. “Fresher hiring in non-tech sectors continues to gain traction, reflecting…
Fresher hiring rebounds as white-collar job market grows 11% in June: Naukri
India’s white-collar job market recorded an 11% year-on-year growth in June, driven by an uptick in hiring across key service sectors and a rebound in fresher recruitment, according to the latest Naukri JobSpeak Index. The index rose to 2,854 in…
MP Board Supplementary Result 2025: Check expected result date, other details
The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) has started evaluating answer sheets of the Class 10 and 12 second (supplementary) examinations. The evaluation is being conducted in two phases and involves checking nearly 9 lakh answer sheets submitted by…
WBJEE Results 2025: Why are the entrance exam results delayed in West Bengal?
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB) has delayed the release of the WBJEE 2025 results, causing growing anxiety among one lakh candidates. As per past year trends, the results are typically declared within 20 to 48 days after…
There is not just one Soham Parekh as moonlighting is far bigger
Amid low single-digit salary hikes and increasing uncertainty in the job market, the IT industry is seeing a sharp rise in moonlighting-related verifications, The Times of India reported. Companies are now scanning for overlapping employment — clear indicators of concurrent…
CUET-UG Result 2025 to be out soon today on cuet.nta..nic.in: Here’s when and how to check scorecard
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET-UG) 2025 results today, July 4. The official update confirming the result date was shared by NTA through its X (formerly Twitter) handle. Candidates who appeared for…
Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad emerge as new salary hotspots: Report
Cities like Hyderabad, Chennai and Ahmedabad are emerging as the new hotspots for career-driven compensation growth, outperforming legacy economic hubs, finds a new report. The most promising growth stories are playing out beyond the traditional economic centres, finds Indeed’s inaugural…
Meritorious govt school students in Haryana to get free coaching for competitive exams: Minister
Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda on Wednesday said that meritorious students of government schools will get free coaching to help them succeed in competitive exams like JEE, National Defence Academy and others. The Education Department is preparing a pilot project…
Employers continue to hire B-school graduates for strategic thinking despite AI boom: Survey
Artificial Intelligence (AI) might be becoming more integral in a company’s decision-making and strategy development but employers still continue to turn to business school graduates for their versatility and strategic thinking, according to a new survey by Graduate Management Admission…
CUET-UG 2025 faces criticism over biometric gaps, shift disparities, and syllabus deviations
Even as CUET-UG 2025 results are awaited, concerns have emerged over key lapses during the exam process. These include gaps in biometric verification, uneven distribution of candidates across shifts—raising questions about percentile-based normalisation—and unexpected deviations from the prescribed syllabus and…
DU to hold special exams for students affected by Operation Sindoor; forms open till July 10
The University of Delhi (DU) has announced a special opportunity for students who missed their semester examinations in May “due to the situation during Operation Sindoor”. In an official statement, Professor Gurpreet Singh Tuteja, Controller of Examinations, said that the…
What might decide eventual winners of intensifying AI race
The race for artificial intelligence (AI) innovation is heating up globally, yet significant gaps exist between business ambitions and the actual technological execution. Recent findings by NetApp, cited by a ToI report (by Supriya Roy), reveal that while a substantial…
71% of manufacturing MSMEs say govt-skill training schemes didn’t help: Report
The government skill and talent initiatives are not effectively reaching the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) engaged in the manufacturing activities, as a staggering 71 per cent of small firms say government-run skill-training programmes haven’t helped them, according to…
88% of India’s workforce in low-competency occupations: IFC Report
Nearly 88% of India’s workforce is in low-competency occupations in 2023-24 with just five sectors accounting for over 66% of vocational training, the Institute for Competitiveness (IFC) said in its report, suggesting need for targeted policy interventions to develop a…
Indian employers need to adapt benefits strategies to focus on preventive care, long-term health planning: Survey
There are high levels of well-being and satisfaction among Indian employees, but also growing expectations around flexibility, personalisation of benefits, and long-term support, finds a new report. Employers have emerged as the most trusted source of affordable, quality healthcare, presenting…
GCCs step up talent upskilling to power global growth
Bengaluru: India-based global capability centres (GCCs) are sharpening their focus on employee upskilling as they evolve into hubs driving business strategies and technological innovations of their parent firms. GCCs of Walmart, SAP, Thales, Intuit, and Barclays are rolling out learning…
Nine in 10 Indian employees embracing GenAI tools, well ahead of global average: Report
AI is now woven into the fabric of daily work with 72% of respondents using it regularly across the globe a whopping 92% in India. However, the true value of AI is being captured by a smaller subset of companies…
IISER IAT 2025 result declared at iiseradmission.in: Check how to download scorecard, counselling process
The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) have released the results of the IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2025. Candidates who appeared for the entrance exam can now check their scores on the official website, iiseradmission.in, using their user…
Seven in 10 Gen Z professionals in India willing to switch jobs for better pay: Survey
Two in five of the Gen Z white-collar workforce in India are unhappy with their current pay, according to new research commissioned by Deel, a payroll and human resources (HR) platform for global teams. It is most apparent in metros…
To lead through turbulent times, India Inc looking for leaders who thrive under pressure
As corporate India grapples with unprecedented volatility, from tariffs to supply chain disruptions and military conflicts that threaten to escalate into full-scale war, the ask from organisations while hiring leaders is becoming more layered and demanding than ever. Where planning…
Blue-collar gig hiring jumps 92% in 2024, led by e-commerce and delivery platforms: Report
Gig and freelance hiring in India’s blue-collar sector surged by 92% year-on-year in 2024, reflecting the growing demand for flexible, on-demand labour. This growth has been fuelled primarily by the rapid rise of e-commerce, food delivery, and ride-hailing platforms, according…
Geopolitical tensions shake Indian workplaces; 63 pc firms freeze hiring: Report
Geopolitical tensions, including wars in the Middle East, have impacted the Indian workplace with 63 per cent of respondents confirming that their companies are either freezing hiring or downsizing teams, claims a report. Over 63 per cent of respondents said…
India Inc opens doors wider for LGBTQ+ talent
Bengaluru: India Inc is moving towards better inclusion of LGBTQ+ at the workplace with sustained strategies. Companies such as Godrej Consumer Products, Axis Bank, Capgemini, Merck and NatWest are not just expanding hiring from the LGBTQ+ community by partnering with…
Students call for rescheduling dates of entrance exams for HP govt posts, LLB course
The dates of entrance test for Panjab University’s LLB course and Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination are clashing , leaving a section of students in the lurch. Students in Himachal Pradesh urged the state government and the…
Number of students failing class 10 & 12 board exams drops; More girls now choosing science stream
From 65 lakh students failing Class 10 and 12 board exams in 2023, the number is down to 51.27 lakh in 2024 but worries persist as Open School efforts to help lakhs of students bridge over the boards continue to…
AI will create jobs. But for whom?
AI is advancing at an unprecedented pace, and the fear of large-scale job displacement looms heavily in the minds of millions of workers worldwide. In response, many AI advocates and futurists have tried to offer a silver lining: while AI…
Executive Programme in Business Management from IIM Indore
Not everyone pursues a business degree early on, making mid-career the perfect time to gain managerial skills for professional growth. That’s where the Executive Programme in Business Management from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indorecomes in. Designed for working…
AI not always being used the way the boss ordered, finds workplace survey
A global survey by cloud communications and IT service provider GoTo and Workplace Intelligence reveals that while employees are using artificial intelligence (AI) at the workplace, many are deploying it in situations their supervisors wouldn’t approve of—and the productivity boom…
Auto sector shifts into high hear with 10.1% salary hikes in FY25
The automotive industry continues its lead over other sectors in terms of pay hikes, offering double-digit increments, outperforming average single-digit raises for most of India Inc. Automotive companies will likely issue a 10.1% salary hike for FY25 compared to an…
Railway jobs: Railway Ministry to recruit 6,374 technicians to fill vacant posts across all zones
The Railway Ministry has decided to fill up 6,374 vacant positions in 51 categories of technical posts, including signal and telecommunication department, across all 17 railway zones and various production units in the country. Earlier on June 10, the ministry…
Mastering strategic management: Here’s what it takes to become a future-ready leader
The current global business environment is marked by volatility due to geopolitical tensions, shifting monetary policies, trade dynamics, and emerging technologies. As a result, long-term planning is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses. Macro fluctuations affect corporate strategies, pushing companies to…
How this IIM Calcutta programme prepares you for what’s next in supply chain management
In a world where geopolitical shifts, climate events, and technological disruptions can bring industries to a halt, organisations are recognising a hard truth: without an optimised supply chain, business continuity is at risk. According to the IMARC 2024 report, the…
Job creation in India outpaces other countries, but still lower than last year: Indeed data
Indian job postings rebounded strongly in May, up 8.9%, following eight consecutive monthly declines, according to data from hiring platform Indeed. However, they are 1.8% lower than a year ago and around 16% below their peak. Despite trending downwards recently,…
Managers in India’s life sciences research companies believe labs are ‘future-ready’: Report
Lab environments in India’s life sciences research companies could be “future-ready” in terms of being technologically advanced, adaptive and sustainable, a new survey of senior and middle management suggests. The findings of the ‘Global Life Sciences 2025 Survey Report’ by…
Indian recruiters pivot to ‘quality hiring’ as AI tools take hold
New Delhi: Recruiters in India are shifting their focus from speed to substance. Nearly 75% of them are now investing up to 70% of their hiring budgets into AI-driven recruitment tools and platforms, according to new LinkedIn research, signalling a…
Boards bet big on talent beyond the CEO
Talent management has become a critical agenda item in corporate boardrooms, with directors expanding their oversight beyond the traditional focus on CEO succession, reported TOI. While overseeing the CEO’s replacement was once the primary talent-related responsibility, boards are now dedicating…
The appraisal-linked learning economy: Why employees who learn earn more
Is upskilling the missing piece in your career growth puzzle? For the urban professional navigating today’s job landscape, the answer is increasingly clear. A recent survey reveals a striking correlation: professionals who completed at least one certification or learning program…
Around 46% of Indian professionals self-fund learning initiatives, says TeamLease Edtech report
With just 23.9 per cent of employers offering full sponsorship for upskilling, 46 per cent of employees chose to self-fund their recent learning initiatives, a report said on Wednesday. The TeamLease Edtech report – Impact of Upskilling on Performance Appraisals…
India’s real jobs action moves out of metro centres
Amid a big shift happening in the India jobs scene, with small cities and towns seeing a remarkable increase in hiring, job openings in tier-2 cities rose by nearly 42%, far surpassing the 19% increase noted in tier-1 cities, ToI…
IIT Delhi design thinking programme is built to support India’s next-gen innovators
India’s innovation economy is experiencing a dynamic shift, and at the heart of this transformation are premier institutions, such as the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), that are building the next generation of innovators and creators. With its…
India Inc’s hiring outlook stays positive for Sept quarter
Bengaluru: Corporate India’s hiring intentions for the quarter to September are the second highest among 42 countries covered in the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, a finding that – despite a slight moderation since last quarter – experts attributed to…
Appraising today’s appraisals – The Economic Times
The annual appraisals season is all too familiar. Same or similar templates like before, timelines, calibrations, anticipation and anxiety. For HR and leadership, it’s most often a period of operational precision and flawless execution. But behind this process lies something…
Missing parts in electronics manufacturing: Blue-collar workers, engineers
The booming electronics manufacturing sector, among the biggest Make-in-India success stories, is facing twin manpower challenges across the hierarchy spectrum: Shortage of both blue-collar shopfloor workers and top-draw engineering talent. The gap is the most acute in the AI- and…
India Inc, adopt AI without abandoning humanity
The integration of AI in enterprises is no more an option but an imperative. As far as innovations go, its ascent has been swift, its promise seductive in terms of productivity gains, streamlined operations, and algorithmic precision. But beneath the…
AI versus first jobbers: Here are six tips for bright young students as AI threatens entry-level jobs
Anthropic.ai founder Dario Amodei has set the cat among the pigeons by predicting that AI could eliminate half of all entry-level, white-collar jobs within five years. Aneesh Raman, a senior leader in LinkedIn, sees “the bottom rung of the job…
Sahaj ties up with Techno India to skill 1 lakh rural youth
Sahaj Retail Ltd, a Kanoria Foundation initiative, on Monday said it has tied up with Techno India Group to launch a blue-collar skilling initiative aimed at training one lakh youth in rural and semi-urban areas. In the first phase, the…
White-collar hiring shows strong momentum, led by consumer electronics sector
White-collar hiring in India is showing strong momentum, with a 2% month-over-month (MoM) and a significant year-over-year (YoY) growth, according to the latest foundit Insights Tracker, a monthly report by the job platform foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME). Leading…
Government jobs aspirants can apply for SSC recruitment tests through dedicated mobile app
Government jobs aspirants can now apply for recruitment tests conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) through an upgraded mobile application developed by it, a top official said on Thursday. He said the upgraded ‘mySSC app’ will be of great…
Finding top talent: Hospitality sector demand seen at 600-1,000 GMs in five years
NEW DELHI: On days, even the early bird can have a tough hunt. Ask Atul Dangayach. Managing director of the eponymous group, he has kickstarted an earlierthan-usual search for two general managers to run his upcoming properties in Bengaluru. “It’s…
Majority of GCCs in India cite talent retention as top concern: Report
Around 51 per cent of Global Capability Centres in India, which hosts over 1,700 GCCs, find talent retention the most significant challenge as demand for specialised talent grows, a report said on Thursday. Talent retention is the most significant challenge…
Salaries rebound at top campuses: MBA, BTech offers up after 2024 slump
The Class of 2025 has higher salary offers across top campuses after a flat 2024, signalling a pickup in hiring activity, according to the Deloitte Campus Workforce Trends: Placement Cycle 2025 report, which analysed placements across 508 institutions. Median salaries…
Engineers at frontlines of AI are least optimistic about it, shows report
Even as AI reshapes workforces across India, those closest to building and deploying it—engineers—appear the most anxious about its impact on their careers. According to the Upskilling Trends Report 2025–26 released by edtech firm Great Learning, only 64% of BE/B…
54378 candidates qualify in JEE (Advanced) 2025; Rajit Gupta and Devdutta Majhi are male and female toppers
A total of 54378 candidates of the 180422 who appeared in both papers 1 and 2 have qualified in JEE (Advanced) 2025. Rajit Gupta of IIT Delhi zone is the top ranker in the Common Rank List (CRL), scoring 332…
India’s job market sees high mobility, many seeking new roles: Report
India’s job market is witnessing high mobility with a significant percentage of professionals actively seeking new roles, many are now negotiating for better pay within their current organisations, says a survey. The latest Talent Trends India 2025 report by Michael…
India’s green sector to add 7.29 million jobs by FY28: NLB Services
India’s green sector is expected to add close to 7.29 million jobs by FY28, as it is witnessing aggressive investment in building green tech capabilities, NLB Services said on Monday. The majority of the new job creation is set to…
AI/ML hiring powers ahead as demand for senior talent grows: Naukri JobSpeak Report
New Delhi: White-collar hiring in India remained steady in May, with job platform Naukri’s JobSpeak Index inching up to 2,807—a marginal rise from 2,799 a year ago. While the overall numbers held firm, hiring activity showed notable momentum in emerging…
How GenAI Is rewriting the rules of product management
“The hype in Generative AI will temper, but the technology will remain and grow as a powerful force in economy and society. Product managers must be prepared to adjust their plans and make use of new opportunities as they arise…
A bite of exercise in the corner office: C-suite leaders weave in short bursts of physical activities into workday
In corner offices and boardrooms, as executives become more mindful of their health and well-being, they are integrating short bursts of physical activities into their workday—from walking meetings and treadmill desks to quick desk workouts. C-suite leaders are embracing everything…
Hiring slump hits fresh graduates as top recruiters cut intake by over 50%
Mumbai: Fresh graduates at some of India’s top colleges are enduring one of their toughest placement years yet, with intake by prominent recruiters falling by more than half, according to college sources and top company officials. People said India Inc…
Microsoft’s CPO says coding isn’t dead even as thousands of engineers just lost jobs
Microsoft’s chief product officer has come out in defence of computer science education and software engineers, days after the company laid off thousands of them, raising concerns that artificial intelligence may be replacing human coders faster than expected. Aparna Chennapragada,…