MANPOWER DEMAND
Diversity initiatives are bringing more women to certain roles: Survey Indian companies are prioritizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives, with varying levels of women's representation across roles highlighted in a Manpower Group survey. Administrative and operational roles show higher fem...
02 Jul, 2024, 10.47 AM ISTL&T hit by 'severe' skilled manpower shortage: 45,000 engineers & techies needed Larsen & Toubro (L&T) faces a severe shortage of skilled labor, with a deficit of 25,000 workers in engineering and construction, and 20,000 in IT and IT services, per its Chairman S N Subrahmanyan. This shortfall, due to various factors including h...
27 Jun, 2024, 06.00 PM ISTIKEA gears up for Delhi-NCR launch with strengthened supply chains, better demand forecasting With an eye on its launch in the Delhi NCR market early next year, the Swedish furniture retailer is looking to corner a bigger chunk of India’s market pie.
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Hospitality industry faces huge talent crunch; to add a million jobs in next few years, say experts The surge in tourism post the pandemic has catalysed an unprecedented increase in hospitality hiring, particularly in entry-level apprenticeship and trainee positions, Randstad India said, adding that the sector has witnessed a remarkable growth of ...
19 Jun, 2024, 10.01 PM ISTUnrelenting heat sets AC demand on fire, scorches buyers' pockets as India's torrid summer goes on and on As an unprecedented heat wave drives much of India indoors, AC prices have shot up in most regions of the country. Along with prices, sales too have jumped conspicuously. For some players, keeping pace with rising demand has become quite a task, lea...
19 Jun, 2024, 05.11 PM ISTCongress accuses govt of 'destroying' railways, demands Ashwini Vaishnaw's resignation Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said whenever there is a train accident, Modi government's railway minister reaches the spot under the glare of cameras and behaves as if everything is fine.
18 Jun, 2024, 03.45 PM ISTCompanies cautious on short-term hiring, but overall outlook stays upbeat Employers in India are showing caution in short-term hiring for the July-September quarter, with a net employment outlook of 30%, six percentage points lower than the current quarter and the same period last year. While 48% of employers plan to hire...
11 Jun, 2024, 08.51 AM ISTWhy breaks are important to work hard and achieve success, of both employees and organisations Aditya Narayan Mishra, Managing Director and CEO of CIEL HR Services, emphasizes the importance of breaks and holidays for workplace respect and gratitude. Somdutta Singh, Founder and CEO of Assiduus Global Inc, highlights the role of breaks in prev...
10 Jun, 2024, 02.02 PM ISTMidcap IT companies in India poach talent from industry majors Midcap IT companies in India are attracting more employees from larger rivals in the past two years. This trend is seen in the technology services sector amidst macroeconomic challenges and a focus on hiring deployable talent.
07 Jun, 2024, 04.05 PM ISTAs mercury rises, so does the demand for home delivery Ecommerce platforms are experiencing a surge in demand for essentials like groceries, leading to a spike in deliveries. This surge is also increasing the demand for manpower at dark stores and distribution centers. Orders in the National Capital Reg...
21 May, 2024, 11.57 PM ISTTalent demand in EV segment drives in new roles and contract hiring The electric vehicle (EV) industry is booming, creating a demand for diverse skills and expertise. Opportunities span technical, leadership, and operational roles. Contract staffing is playing a crucial role in meeting the industry's needs, with a f...
20 May, 2024, 06.14 PM ISTMost Indian cities reeling from labour crisis in election season The second-longest Lok Sabha elections in the history of the nation spanning 44 days have thrown up a slew of handsome and instant earning opportunities for migrant workers back home, from attending election rallies and door-to-door pamphlet distrib...
18 May, 2024, 09.25 AM ISTHotels up hiring game: About 100,000 jobs likely to be created in 12-18 months Hotels across segments are ramping up their workforce as they are adding more rooms and entering new markets amid a strong pickup in business and leisure travel. The jobs they are recruiting for are a mix of permanent, temporary and gig, said Balasu...
16 May, 2024, 05.30 AM ISTGreen career path looks promising but remember that it is a nascent industry The green job sector is rapidly expanding with numerous growth opportunities, but also presents challenges due to its nascent stage. Individuals must navigate issues like evolving landscapes, skill gaps, and market fluctuations. Strategies include p...
13 May, 2024, 12.40 PM ISTSweltering heat pushes up demand for temporary workers in rural markets There is a 20% year-on-year increase in rural job vacancies, according to executives at recruitment services and consumer companies. They estimate 20,000-50,000 new temporary jobs are being created this year thanks to robust summer season demand in ...
13 May, 2024, 12.05 AM ISTTata Power to target 20% share in PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: CEO "The expectation is that in the next 4-5 years, about 25-30 GW of capacity will be added. We are looking to cover about 20% of this but it will be over five years. It will be flat in the initial years but possibly from the second or third year, we w...
12 May, 2024, 11.44 PM ISTSeasonal manpower demand soars, 2024 looks set to be a record year for temporary summer jobs Most in demand are delivery, in-store, on-ground, after-sales service and manufacturing workers for industries producing summer goods with companies struggling to find people to fill roles.
01 May, 2024, 07.39 AM ISTDemand for entry to junior-level frontline manpower in BFSI increases by 20–25% in 2024 Demand for entry-level positions in the BFSI sector has increased due to a surge in housing loans, personal loans, and credit cards. This demand is not limited to tier-1 cities and is also seen in tier-2 and -3 cities. Attrition continues to be a ma...
06 Mar, 2024, 08.19 AM ISTMCD passes proposal to hire gardeners to maintain parks, greenery in Delhi According to the tabled document, the proposed manpower will be hired cluster-wise by the horticulture department of the corporation for five months. A total cost of Rs 24,81,09,100 will be incurred for hiring the manpower across five clusters. "Mai...
26 Feb, 2024, 08.56 PM ISTAs consumption revives, Tier 2 & 3 cities turn temp-ting for job seekers The demand for temporary workers in tier 2 and 3 cities in India is increasing during the festive season, driven by growing consumption and expectations of a revival in discretionary spending. Staffing firms such as Manpower, Randstad, Quess, TeamLe...
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