CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYMENT
INDIA govt to scrap Agnipath scheme, send Rs 8,500 to women's accounts each month: Rahul Gandhi
The scheme, announced by the Narendra Modi government in 2022, envisages recruiting young soldiers, called 'Agniveers' after appointment, on a contractual basis for four years and retiring 75 per cent of them without certain benefits enjoyed by those who were not employed under this programme.
MSMEs should build support fund for women to encourage their participation: Lohit Bhatia, Indian Staffing Federation
MSMEs should work towards increasing female workforce participation by making structural changes to their ecosystem, says Lohit Bhatia, President, Indian Staffing Federation (ISF).
Hiring for new roles to take 27 pc efforts of HR professionals in FY25: Report
The report by Genius Consultants is based on a survey among 1,114 human resource professionals and C-suite executives between March 1 and April 15 this year. The report further revealed that 32 per cent of hiring is expected to be in the level of those having 4-8 years of work experience.
"Who made Haryana number 1 in unemployment": Congress leader Jairam Ramesh
The Congress accused the BJP government of failing to provide permanent employment in Haryana, instead promoting temporary jobs through the skill employment corporation. General Secretary Jairam Ramesh questioned PM Modi on high unemployment rates, lack of private investment, and issues like water scarcity in Bhiwani. Ramesh highlighted the neglect of government posts and closure of Doordarshan.
Reddit user alleges TCS suspended him for reporting security incident
TCS employee on Reddit suspended for whistleblowing security incident involving personal laptops and shared login credentials. Allegations include preferential treatment in recruitment and employment discrimination in the US.
Section of AIESL's permanent engineers plans to go on strike on May 24
1,700 AIESL engineers threaten strike from May 24 for immediate implementation of revised salary payments, citing discrimination issues and unfair labor practices.
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Living wage augurs well for contractual staff
India transitioning to living wages with ILO, affecting labor costs. Disparities in pay among different worker types. Global minimum wage increases noted. Italy resists implementing minimum wage. Challenges anticipated for MSMEs, SMEs, and gig workers.
TCS layoffs: US techies allege Indian IT major of employment discrimination
According to a report in the Wall Street Journal, more than 20 employees have filed complaints against TCS, alleging preferential treatment towards individuals on H-1B visas.
'Most people feel gig workers will overshadow traditional workforce'
An overwhelming 83 per cent of respondents believe that the gig workforce will eventually overshadow the traditional workforce, indicating a paradigm shift in the employment landscape, the report said. The report further said that 79 per cent of those interviewed view the gig workforce structure as more cost-effective and economical compared to traditional, permanent, and contractual talent, revealing potential benefits for businesses adopting gig models.
Non compete clauses in C-Suite executive employment contracts: The dos and don'ts
Non-compete clauses aim to restrict employees from using confidential information for competitive purposes after their employment. Breaching the clause can lead to legal repercussions, damage to reputation, and financial penalties.
Will provide employment to 60,000 youths of families earning below Rs 1.80 lakh annually: Manohar Lal Khattar
Khattar stated that within the framework of 'Mission 60,000', the government would engage 7,500 'Van Mitra' individuals, recruit 15,000 contractual employees through the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam and engage 7,500 'e-Sewa Mitra' for Common Services Centre among others.
Over 22,000 vacancies in Delhi govt to be filled in next 1 year: LG VK Saxena
Saxena ensured the streamlining of the recruitment process of the Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) through several steps that have reduced the time taken to declare results to six to eight months, it said. So far, 10,000 selections have already been made and recruitment on 9,000 vacant posts is at different stages while 13,000 vacancies are under scrutiny, the Raj Niwas note said.
Companies tightening contracts to make exit tough for senior executives
Indian cos are tightening employment contracts for top executives to make them more binding by incorporating stricter non-compete and non-solicitation clauses. This is in response to intense competition for senior talent and rampant poaching of C-suite brass. Contracts and policies are being made tighter to make an exit difficult, including longer notice periods and extended non-poaching contracts.
Can't interfere in employment agreement between pilots, Akasa Air: DGCA to HC
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has informed the Delhi High Court that it cannot intervene in the employment agreement between pilots and Akasa Air. The DGCA stated that it would be in the interest of all parties if Akasa Air complied with the aviation regulator's mandate to maintain a limited schedule if it lacked enough pilots.
Akasa Air moves court against 43 pilots for quitting without notice
The airline has sought monetary compensation of Rs 21 crore from each pilot for business and reputation loss.
Self-employed? Don’t forget to consider these factors while taking a health insurance plan
Choosing a suitable health insurance plan is crucial for freelancers, gig workers, and small-business owners, as they often lack steady income or corporate healthcare coverage. Health insurance provides financial security and peace of mind, while also mitigating the risk of substantial medical expenses. When looking for a plan, individuals should consider affordable premiums, low deductibles, key benefits, preferred doctors and hospitals, and coverage limits.
Is it bad to change jobs frequently? Here’s what you should know
Job-hopping can have both positive and negative impacts on a person's career trajectory. Ashish Massey, a corporate chef, shares his experience of frequent job changes after the Covid outbreak disrupted his professional life. He found that these jumps led to favorable outcomes and increased his growth prospects. However, he also warns about the loss of credibility that can occur with frequent job changes and advises finding the right balance between job-clinging and job-hopping.
Central PSUs witness cut in total employment; 2.7 lakh jobs down since 2013
India's public sector enterprises have seen a significant shift in employment patterns over the past decade, according to the Public Enterprises Survey reports. The total employment has declined from 17.3 lakh employees in March 2013 to 14.6 lakh in March 2022, with an increasing number of workers being hired on a contractual or casual basis. State-owned enterprises, such as Indian Oil Corporation, have created jobs during the period.
IT sector logs big rise in consolidation deals from firms
The country’s largest software firm Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) had said in January that it sees an uptick in client caution leading to more cost optimisation and vendor consolidation deals.
SBI recruitment 2023: SBI accepting applications for 1,438 jobs in 2023; salary information & other details
SBI's most recent opening 2023: Eligible applicants may go to the careers area of the SBI website to apply online.
HCLTech says against moonlighting, reports record high fresher intake
“There are requirements around confidentiality, non solicitation, non compete…we expect our employees to honour those commitments that are contractually made, so dual employment while working at HCL is not what we support,” said Ramachandran Sundararajan, chief people officer, HCLTech.
Working two jobs at once: Why a blanket prohibition on moonlighting won't work
Any 'crackdown' on moonlighting should first involve defining it. The term 'moonlighting' - something conducted in the dark - itself implies deception and possible illegality.
Hiring increases by 29% in April-June 2022: Indeed tracker
IT/ITeS continued to lead all sectors, with 91% of the employers in the sector hiring during the quarter (83% in the previous quarter). This trend may be attributed to attrition – voluntary and involuntary – the tech sector experienced in recent times.
Awign raises $15 million in Series B round, co-led by Bertelsmann India Investments and Amicus Capital
“We will be focusing on people, technology, and building up our brand, and the raised funds will be instrumental in our efforts to take multiple business lines global. We have made inroads in the US and Middle East markets and will be ramping up efforts in these regions, we are also contemplating other markets for expansion," Annanya Sarthak, CEO and co-founder, Awign, told ET.
Indian staffing industry adds 2.27 lakh contractual employees in FY22: Report
The staffing industry added 12.6 lakh informal workers in 2021-22, driven by demand in industries like fast-moving consumer goods, e-commerce and manufacturing, according to a report.
Chhattisgarh: Over 12,000 contractual MGNREGA workers resign en masse
The employees of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act scheme are protesting since April for various demands, including regularization of service and better pay, said Tikamchand Kaushik, vice president of Chhattisgarh MGNREGA Karamchari Mahasangh.
Demand for contractual staffing higher in north and east India: Report
The demand for contract workforce is more in the north and east India regions, closely followed by the west and south regions, and manufacturing, IT, e-commerce, fintech, and pharma have emerged as major employers of contractual staff, finds a new report.
Demand for Contractual staff in IT sector sees a sharp increase: People Prime Worldwide
Market trends indicated that the contractual employees in the IT/ITeS sector and the figures grew remarkably by end of 2020 and are forecasted to keep growing. Moreover, the staffing firms collaborate with the companies to provide virtual or remote contract workforce, thereby reducing the labour-law compliance on the corporates.
1 in 4 hires likely to be gig or contractual staff this year
The hiring intent for variable, or flexible, workforce shows a sharp jump from 18% in 2020, and is a result of increased remote working due to the pandemic, according to a report, ‘Decoding by Jobs-2021’, by recruitment business company Taggd, in association with the Confederation of Indian Industry and Sunstone Eduversity.
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