ET Graphics: A look at the rising share of women in formal jobs The government's skilling scheme, launched in 2015, has trained 13.7 million people, resulting in a 22% placement rate, reducing urban unemployment, increasing women's labor force participation, and increasing their formal job share.

Navigating future of skill development and job creation India needs to focus on skill development and holistic education to bridge the gap between potential and realization. Only 5% of the population is formally skilled, leaving graduates unprepared for the job market. The shift towards skill-based education, outli…

Govt to upskill skilling plan for new-age needs The skills development and entrepreneurship ministry plans to align its skilling programmes with national priority programmes, enhance engagement with the private sector, and meet international standards. The long-term plans are aligned with initiatives such as Make i…

Diversity efforts drive hiring of veterans in India Inc Hiring of veterans is picking up pace across India Inc as companies focused on diversity intensify efforts to identify, train and onboard ex-servicemen, recognising the value they bring to the table. Skills such as leadership, teamwork, integrity, risk managem…

UPSC IES, ISS final result 2023 declared at upsc.gov.in: Check and download here The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the UPSC IES, ISS Final Result 2023. Candidates who appeared for the UPSC IES and ISS Examination can now check and download their final results from the official website. Nikhil…

Ayodhya tourism boom may create 150,000-200,000 direct and indirect jobs "That apart, a possible rise in construction activity in the region - due to expansion by hotel chains, apartment units, healthcare facilities, and other infrastructure development - could lead to addition of another 50,000-100,000 temp j…

How to leverage social media to effectively hunt for and land a job The role of social media in the job market has evolved significantly. Employers now assess candidates' social media profiles to determine suitability, growth potential, and networking capabilities. To leverage social media for job opportunities…

The making of a resume: What to keep in mind while creating a CV for a CEO role Experts advise that a CEO's resume should be concise, compelling, and tailored to the specific role or industry. It should effectively communicate the CEO's leadership abilities, strategic vision, and accomplishments. The resume…

Budget 2024 survey: India's job story has a major missing part A lot of complexities mark the job market landscape under the Modi government, indicating a need for a closer examination of both quantity and quality aspects of employment initiatives.

Promotions boost gender diversity: More women get partner roles now In a trend catching up fast, India's top law firms are playing fair in gender diversity and promoting an increasing number of high-potential women lawyers to partner level and are going extra mile to retain them, industry insiders said.

Ram Mandir to help create up to 2 lakh jobs around Ayodhya in 4-5 years, says Betterplace Consumer goods companies and food service chains are increasingly strengthening their presence in the area, creating more employment opportunities, as they see Ayodhya as a branding and marketing hotspot. “Going forward, Ayodh…

200% jump in internship opportunities in past 5 years: Internshala report According to a report by Internshala, Indian students have experienced a significant increase in internship opportunities over the past five years, with a 200% growth. Business development and management accounted for 44% of internships, foll…

Gig workers in demand across eight out of 10 companies: Nasscom-Indeed survey According to a survey by Nasscom and Indeed India, eight out of 10 organizations are exploring or open to gig models. Startups and the business process management sector are leading in gig worker hiring. The report focused on the future o…

Navigating workplace conflict: A quick guide for early career professionals Workplace conflicts, if left unresolved, can harm organisational productivity and impact work culture. Differing personalities, conflicting goals, communication breakdown, discrimination, and high workload are common causes of disputes. To …

JEE Main 2024: Admit card for Session 1 released; Download now The National Testing Agency has issued the JEE Main Admit Card 2024 for B.Arch and B.Planning exams on January 24, 2024. Accessible on jeemain.nta.ac.in, candidates can follow simple steps to download. The exams, held in multiple languages, are schedule…

One crore job applications received from women in tier-II, III cities in 2023: Report The number of women joining the active workforce in tier-II and III cities grew by 13% in 2023, with 1 crore applications. In 2022, there were 2.7 crore applications, 87 lakh of which were from women seeking financial independence…

Management field saw the highest recruitment at 66%: Internshala Over 430,000 students secured internships and fresher jobs in India last year, marking a 16.4% increase from 2022, according to Internshala's annual report. Recruitment in this category peaked from March to July, with over 40,000 students hired mo…

Your career in project management: A gateway to professional success Project management is crucial in the dynamic landscape of today's global economy. Skilled project management professionals are essential for the success of any organization.

It's not placements as usual for IIMs this year This year is turning out to be one of the most difficult ever for placements at the top IIMs of Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, Lucknow, Indore and Kozhikode, officials and students across institutes told ET. Many did not wish to reveal their identity or their ins…

Global capability centres shell out premium to hire top talent The MNCs are also moving an increasing number of global and senior-level roles to the GCCs in India. This is prompting them to woo top talent by paying higher than the compensation offered by many in the technology industry including products, services …