Articles for Employment

Half of MGNREGS sites inspected in Bengal showed flaws, says RTI reply
22 hours, 43 minutes ago

Half of MGNREGS sites inspected in Bengal showed flaws, says RTI reply

The Hindu  

OnDecember 26, 2024, it will be three years since the Centre sent the last tranche of funds under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme to West Bengal in 2021. A series of RTIs filed by Chakradhar Buddha from the National Campaign for People’s Right to Information reveals that the Centre undertook three field visits to the State — …

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Govt Institutions Should Not Mirror Gig Economy Trends By Misusing Temporary Employment Contracts: Supreme Court
1 day, 10 hours ago

Govt Institutions Should Not Mirror Gig Economy Trends By Misusing Temporary Employment Contracts: Supreme Court

Live Law  

The rise of the gig economy in the private sector has led to an increase in precarious employment arrangements, observed the Supreme Court in a recent judgment while advising the government departments from misusing the practice of engaging temporary workers. The judgment authored by Justice Nath observed : "The pervasive misuse of temporary employment contracts, as exemplified in this case, …

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Court tells Maharashtra government to provide employment to rape accused's family
3 days, 15 hours ago

Court tells Maharashtra government to provide employment to rape accused's family

India Today  

The Bombay High Court on Thursday directed the state government to arrange assistance to provide shelter and employment to the parents of Akshay Shinde, the accused in the Badlapur sexual assault case, possibly through NGOs. During the hearing on Thursday, Akshay Shinde's parents were present in court and the court directed everyone not associated with the case to move out …

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Bihar receives record investment of Rs 1.8 lakh cr, boosting energy, cement and employment sectors
3 days, 15 hours ago

Bihar receives record investment of Rs 1.8 lakh cr, boosting energy, cement and employment sectors

India TV News  

The biggest ever investment of Rs 1.8 lakh crore has been made for Bihar's industrial and economic growth across numerous sectors, with a high-pitched emphasis on capacity improvement in energy and cement industries. Adani Group to establish ultra-supercritical thermal power plant The Adani Group has also outlined its plans to invest Rs 20,000 crore to establish an ultra-supercritical thermal power …

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Who Can Apply For A Rs 10,000 Instant Loan - Eligibility And Requirements
4 days, 7 hours ago

Who Can Apply For A Rs 10,000 Instant Loan - Eligibility And Requirements

ABP News  

A ₹10,000 instant loan can be a quick and effective solution when faced with an urgent financial need. Employment Status Salaried individuals working in private or government organisations are eligible to apply Self-employed individuals such as business owners, freelancers, or gig workers are also eligible, though lenders may have stricter requirements for self-employed borrowers 3. Credit Score A minimum credit …

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Minorities Rights Day in India: Significance, history, and observance
5 days, 15 hours ago

Minorities Rights Day in India: Significance, history, and observance

India Today  

Minorities Rights Day is observed annually on December 18 in India to emphasise the importance of protecting and promoting the rights of minority communities. Minorities Rights Day serves as a reminder of the constitutional safeguards in place to ensure the equality and dignity of these communities. HISTORICAL CONTEXT Minorities Rights Day in India aligns with the United Nations’ adoption of …

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West urged to lift Xinjiang sanctions
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5 days, 15 hours ago

West urged to lift Xinjiang sanctions

China Daily  

By Mao Weihua in Urumqi and Cui Jia in Beijing | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-18 09:24 International experts are urging Western countries, including the United States, to lift sanctions against the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, claiming the measures are based on unsubstantiated allegations of "forced labor" and have caused widespread job losses. "Anything associated with Xinjiang is now accused …

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Graduates must embrace AI revolution
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5 days, 15 hours ago

Graduates must embrace AI revolution

China Daily  

JIN DING/CHINA DAILY Employment is the most basic component of people's wellbeing. They should also strive to boost high-quality and full employment of graduates, who will face a more severe employment situation next year. On the one hand, China's employment market is facing prominent overall pressure and structural problems due to rapid demographic changes, economic restructuring, and in-depth adjustments in …

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Graduates must embrace AI revolution
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5 days, 15 hours ago

Graduates must embrace AI revolution

China Daily  

JIN DING/CHINA DAILY Employment is the most basic component of people's wellbeing. They should also strive to boost high-quality and full employment of graduates, who will face a more severe employment situation next year. On the one hand, China's employment market is facing prominent overall pressure and structural problems due to rapid demographic changes, economic restructuring, and in-depth adjustments in …

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West urged to lift Xinjiang sanctions
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5 days, 15 hours ago

West urged to lift Xinjiang sanctions

China Daily  

International experts are urging Western countries, including the United States, to lift sanctions against the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, claiming the measures are based on unsubstantiated allegations of "forced labor" and have caused widespread job losses. "Anything associated with Xinjiang is now accused of being linked to 'forced labor,' and the accused must prove their innocence," Douhan said via video …

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UK high street retailers accused of recruiting young workers without employment rights over Christmas
6 days, 16 hours ago

UK high street retailers accused of recruiting young workers without employment rights over Christmas

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy UK high street retailers have …

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Cannot Discriminate Against Children Born Out Of Void Marriages While Providing Compassionate Employment: Calcutta High Court
1 week ago

Cannot Discriminate Against Children Born Out Of Void Marriages While Providing Compassionate Employment: Calcutta High Court

Live Law  

The Calcutta High Court has held that in cases for providing compassionate employment, it is 'reprehensible' to consider the source of inception of a child's birth and discriminate against those who may have been born from a void marriage.Justice Ananya Bandopadhyay held: "The objective to grant compassionate appointment to redress financial constraints occasioned in a family in the event of. …

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Filing Of Affidavits Or Self-Serving Documents Insufficient To Prove Employer-Employee Relationship: MP HC
1 week ago

Filing Of Affidavits Or Self-Serving Documents Insufficient To Prove Employer-Employee Relationship: MP HC

Live Law  

Madhya Pradesh High Court: A single judge bench of Justice Milind Ramesh Phadke dismissed a petition filed by Ashok Singh Tomar. The High Court ruled that Tomar provided insufficient evidence to establish an employer-employee relationship. Hadimani SCC 25) and Municipal Corporation, Faridabad v. Siri Niwas SCC 195), the court reiterated that the burden of proving continuous service for 240 days …

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China's youth employment rate improves
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1 week ago

China's youth employment rate improves

China Daily  

China's job market has been operating steadily over the last 11 months, with a slight drop in the unemployment rate among young people, according to an official. The nation's surveyed unemployment rate in urban areas averaged around 5.1 percent in the past 11 months, dropping 0.1 percentage point year-on-year. "The youths' surveyed unemployment rate was also decreasing," said Fu Linghui, …

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China's youth employment rate improves
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1 week ago

China's youth employment rate improves

China Daily  

China's job market has been operating steadily over the last 11 months, with a slight drop in the unemployment rate among young people, according to an official. The nation's surveyed unemployment rate in urban areas averaged around 5.1 percent in the past 11 months, dropping 0.1 percentage point year-on-year. "The youths' surveyed unemployment rate was also decreasing," said Fu Linghui, …

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Valuing Leadership: How Women Can Build a Stronger Negotiation Framework
54 years, 11 months ago

Valuing Leadership: How Women Can Build a Stronger Negotiation Framework

LA Times  

For women at the executive level, compensation and promotion are about more than just financial rewards – they reflect an individual’s value to her organization, her contributions to its success and her readiness for greater responsibility. Today’s executives have access to a wealth of resources that outline market trends in compensation, including salary benchmarks, equity packages, benefits and workplace flexibility. …

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Burden Of Establishing 'Industry' Status In Employment Dispute On Petitioner: Delhi HC
1 week, 2 days ago

Burden Of Establishing 'Industry' Status In Employment Dispute On Petitioner: Delhi HC

Live Law  

Delhi High Court: A single judge bench of Justice Girish Kathpalia upheld a Labour Court's award that rejected a worker's claims for reinstatement. Background Satish Kumar filed a claim in the Labour Court against HCDI stating illegal termination of his employment. The Labour Court framed the issues as such: first, whether HCDI was an “industry”; second, whether any employer-employee relationship …

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H-1B visa denial rate drops, but curbs could return under Trump: Report
1 week, 2 days ago

H-1B visa denial rate drops, but curbs could return under Trump: Report

India Today  

The H-1B visa programme, much sought after by high-skilled foreign professionals seeking work in the United States, has seen a notable decline in denial rates for initial employment in recent years. In the fiscal year 2024, the denial rate for H-1B visa petitions for initial employment remained relatively low at 2.5%, down from 3.5% in FY 2023. During his first …

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No dearth of Central grants, yet jobs in Gujarat take a hit: Data
1 week, 2 days ago

No dearth of Central grants, yet jobs in Gujarat take a hit: Data

New Indian Express  

AHMEDABAD: Job creation under the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Scheme has been declining, despite increased subsidies and average central government grants to Gujarat over the past three years, the Rajya Sabha was recently informed. In the pandemic-affected year of 2021-22, the scheme created 33,144 jobs in the state, which dropped to just 24,000 in 2023-24, raising concerns over the effectiveness …

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Amaravati will also be a hub for employment, education, healthcare: Naidu
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1 week, 3 days ago

Amaravati will also be a hub for employment, education, healthcare: Naidu

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has asserted that Amaravati is a people’s capital, and will also provide employment opportunities for the youth. On the second day of the Collectors’ conference on December 12, 2024, Mr. Naidu reviewed the construction of the capital city Amaravati. Mr. Naidu said several knowledge economy universities were coming to the region. Earlier, CRDA …

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Amaravati to be Hub for Youth Employment: Naidu
1 week, 3 days ago

Amaravati to be Hub for Youth Employment: Naidu

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has said Amaravati would not only serve as a people's capital but also as a hub for youth employment. The chief minister asked the district collectors to make use of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme funds in a proper way to provide all necessary infrastructures in villages. If any doctor is …

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Jharkhand High Court halts 75% job quota for locals in private sector
1 week, 4 days ago

Jharkhand High Court halts 75% job quota for locals in private sector

India Today  

The Jharkhand High Court has put on hold the implementation of the Jharkhand State Employment of Local Candidates in Private Sector Act, 2021. The law mandates 75 per cent reservation for local candidates in private sector jobs. A division bench comprising Chief Justice MS Ramchandra Rao and Justice Dipak Roshan passed the order while hearing a petition filed by Inder …

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Jharkhand HC put stay on law giving 75 per cent reservation for locals in private companies
1 week, 4 days ago

Jharkhand HC put stay on law giving 75 per cent reservation for locals in private companies

New Indian Express  

In a setback to the Hemant Soren Government in Jharkhand, the Jharkhand High Court on Wednesday put a stay on the implementation of the 75 per cent reservation for locals in private companies in the state. The petition was filed by the President of Jharkhand Small Industries Association, Ajay Pacheriwala, challenging the 'Jharkhand State Employment of the Local Candidate in …

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Australia's unemployment rate falls to 3.9pc in November, its lowest level since March
1 week, 4 days ago

Australia's unemployment rate falls to 3.9pc in November, its lowest level since March

ABC  

Australia's unemployment rate fell to 3.9 per cent in November, down from 4.1 per cent in October. "The only downside to Australia's remarkably strong job market is that any hope of a near-term interest rate cut is over," said Callam Pickering, APAC economist at global job site Indeed. "Today's blockbuster November employment report seemingly pushes back — yet again — …

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