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SEO skills are a must for freshers to thrive in the modern job space
Professionals need SEO skills to drive organic traffic and improve website visibility. Employers value fresh talent with SEO expertise for innovative ideas, cost-effective strategies, and enhancing online presence.
New PoS deployment grows at slowest pace since demonetisation: RBI data
Industry insiders told us that while new PoS terminals are still being deployed, it’s mostly in organised and large format retail, which offer all payment forms. However, grocery shops, smaller stores and eateries are tilting towards QR code-based UPI transactions.
Exclusive | New AI law to secure rights of news publishers: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Global AI regulation discussions intensify as companies seek fair compensation for AI data training from publishers. EU leads with strict guidelines under AI Act. OpenAI claims fair use, NYT advocates for accountability in copyright law.
Farmers' Protest: Govt proposes various measures including MSP-related deals; farmers to respond today
In the fourth round of talks held in Chandigarh on Sunday, Union minister Piyush Goyal suggested a five-year deal with the farmers to purchase pulses and cotton at the minimum support price (MSP). However, the farmers are yet to respond on the proposals.
Interim Budget 2024: Check full text of FM Nirmala Sitharaman's speech here
The Finance Minister presented the Interim Budget 2024 in a speech that lasted for 48 minutes. The budget focuses on four main areas: women, poor, farmers, and youth. The government aims to empower the poor and has implemented various programs to achieve this. Direct Benefit Transfer has resulted in significant savings for the government, which has been used for the welfare of the poor. The budget also highlights initiatives for women empowerment, youth development, agriculture, infrastructure, and taxation reforms.
View: India's youth needs a shot of JOSH in the upcoming Budget
The budget exercise should allocate more funds to improve the judicial system and address infrastructure constraints. Support is needed for National Law Schools and institutions like OP Jindal to prevent brain drain. Flexibility for Indian private fund managers is necessary to encourage offshore financing for Indian start-ups. Tax hurdles in share swap structures and court mergers hinder rescue transactions for start-ups.
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Companies will ringfence talent through new approaches: Quess Corp executive chairman Ajit Issac
To further bolster the compensation game and retain top talent, firms will enhance their bespoke, holistic benefits offering models, to make the overall offering more lucrative. Companies are offering employees an unlimited leave policy to prioritise wellbeing and manage time during children’s board exams. With medical inflation between 12% and 13%, companies are continuously looking to upgrade corporate health insurance.
ETMarkets AIF Talk: We see venture debt to be $5 billion investable opportunity in near future: Pranav Parikh
"In the current scenario – given that venture capital (VC) funding has dried up, companies are hard-pressed for funds to support growth & move towards profitability. There is a strong demand for VDF, particularly in growth/late-stage companies, in the backdrop of a weak equity funding environment to enable lower dilution."
IIT Roorkee's Leadership Excellence Course: Embrace the Digital Future
The Principles of Management course at IIT Roorkee provides students with a comprehensive understanding of key management concepts and theories. Taught by experienced faculty, the course covers topics such as organizational behavior, leadership, decision-making, and strategic planning. Students engage in various learning activities, including case studies and group projects, and have the opportunity to observe management practices during a field visit to a local organization.
Startups bat for net-neutrality, 128 founders write to TRAI
In February 2016, Trai issued the Prohibition of Discriminatory Tariffs for Data Services Regulations restricting the discriminatory prices charged from consumers based on the content. This regulation saw the support of several startups, who asked for the regulator's support for Net Neutrality.
Thriving in the gig economy: A guide for enterprises to source and manage gig talent
Effectively managing gig talent involves creating detailed contracts, transparent communication, and utilizing project management tools. Enterprise-focused gig platforms can provide end-to-end solutions and high-quality talent, while also streamlining operations. Building lasting relationships with gig workers is essential for success in the gig economy.
Disproportionate regulations will hit OTT growth, warns industry
In its submission to Trai, Nasscom says move may hamper consumers’ right to choose as well as raise cost of service, create entry barriers and scuttle innovation in the OTT market.
How to Become an Affiliate Marketer
Affiliate marketers are professionals who promote products or services in exchange for compensation. They focus on driving traffic and engagement to their websites to increase visibility and earn revenue from clicks or successful conversions. Affiliate marketers create high-quality content to attract readers and generate clicks on affiliate links. They choose a niche and build a social media presence to reach a larger audience. Affiliate marketers can earn through cost-per-acquisition (CPA) or earnings per click (EPC) models. To become an affiliate marketer, candidates can complete a bachelor's degree in fields like journalism, mass communication, or digital marketing. They need skills in website design, problem-solving, technical acumen, and data analytics. Career opportunities include junior affiliate marketer, senior affiliate marketer, and affiliate marketing manager roles.
How to Become a Product Designer
Product designers in India play a crucial role in shaping the appearance and functionality of consumer goods such as toothpaste and soap bars. They are responsible for creating prototypes and collaborating with different teams to ensure the product's success. To become a product designer, students can pursue degrees in industrial design or product management. Skills required for this profession include creativity, organization, technical proficiency in CAD software, and strong communication abilities. Career progression can lead to becoming a senior product designer, overseeing a team of junior designers.
For minorities, biased AI algorithms can damage almost every part of life
Our data is polluted by a set of myths from the age of "enlightenment", including biases that lead to discrimination based on gender and sexual identity.
Shaping User Experiences: The Vital Role of Product Designers
Product designers are responsible for designing every detail of manufactured goods, including size, weight, composition, and user experience. They collaborate with various teams and are held accountable if the final product does not meet customer expectations.
View: LTGs should pay a broadband infra levy proportional to their internet traffic
The fee collected can be funnelled back to telcos or other infra companies as subsidy for investment in broadband infrastructure. In its absence, the market is unlikely to respond to the needs of a high-quality public internet.
New tech innovations can put an end to your luggage woes at airports
Can't find your luggage at the airport? No worry, we got you covered!
Disruption will always be capitalism’s secret sauce
The business world has eased on the reality as well as the idea of disruption.
Budget 2023 needs to do this to make ESOPs more attractive for employees
The government in Budget 2020 eased the taxation of Employees Stock Options or ESOPs. However, the current income tax laws concerning taxation of ESOPs at the time of allotment/ transfer of shares from 'non-eligible' companies create hardship for employees as they suffer cash outflow on account of payment of both the exercise price and TDS at the allotment stage without immediate monetisation of gains.
Government proposes compensation for trial injuries
The draft bill proposes that any person (sponsor, clinical research organisation or any other organisation or investigator) who fails to provide required medical management or compensation shall be punishable with imprisonment, which may extend to one year, or with a fine which shall not be less than twice the amount of compensation.
The toughest WFH challenges are around culture, collaboration and innovation: ETILC Members
95% of businesses in the Indian market are planning to continue with WFH for at least the next two years, says a study.
Demand for packaged ready-to-eat foods gathers steam as Indians crave a break from home food
As consumers crave a break from home food and are yet skeptical of eating out or ordering in, the packaged ready-to-eat segment is witnessing a major boom.
Instagram rolls out long form videos through IGTV. Should your business try out the new service?
On IGTV, long form vertical videos can be as long as 10 minutes and can even go up to 60 minutes in case of large creators.
Surprise package: P2P courier makes room for surge in new startups
You can now connect with travellers to get something delivered, saving on exorbitant courier charges, or volunteer to get something delivered and earn a quick buck in the process.
Pay day comes for Infosys' top performers, company experimenting compensation structure
Rao said this structure has been put in place this financial year to help the company meet its short-term quarterly targets more effectively.
Innovative & reformist Budget 2015 expected; may provide boost to 'Make in India': Vinay Khattar, Edelweiss
"FM should unveil a concrete plan for the roll out of GST and allocate sufficient funds to compensate states," he said.
Create education clusters to promote innovation & raise scholastic standards
The dire educational & research scenario needs prompt and bold action: Learning, education and research nodes (LEARN) are one of the possible ways.
Ideate And Innovate: R&D ecosystem in India must be fixed
The weak R&D ecosystem in India must be fixed if we are to compete in the global economy.
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