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India's covid-year employment spike led by agriculture: RBI Data
RBI data showed surge in employment during pandemic year despite GDP contraction. Agriculture, construction, and health sectors lead the way with millions of new jobs. PM Modi claims 80 million jobs created, silencing critics. Debate rages on as experts question the true impact. Unprecedented growth in job numbers stuns analysts and sparks controversy.
TDS deduction from salary not enough: Salaried employees must file ITR despite tax deducted by employer
Income tax return for salaried: You need to file your income tax return even if you do not need to pay any income tax due to section 87A tax rebate. Also if you think that since TDS has been deducted from your income, you need not file ITR, then this notion is wrong.
Persistent Systems buys US software firm Starfish Associates for Rs 173 crore
Persistent Systems said in a statement, "Known for its cutting-edge Enterprise Communications automation platform, Starfish Associates caters to the world’s largest enterprises including many Fortune 500 companies." Following the acquisition announcement on Wednesday morning, Persistent’s stock hit a 52-week high to 4,596 apiece rising over 2% on the BSE.
MSME Day 2024: Participation of women in MSMEs increases but challenges remain
MSME Day 2024: While the role of women has increased significantly in India’s MSME set-up, certain challenges remain which need to be soon addressed. Notably, the women-led MSMEs play a critical role in this set up. They contribute significantly to employment and investment.
Crime in North India: How women are becoming instrumental for gangs like Lawrence Bishnoi
Gang leaders in North India are increasingly using social media to recruit women interested in crime, playing multifaceted roles from honey-trapping targets to executing reconnaissance and participating in lethal operations. This trend is credited to Lawrence Bishnoi and his faction, who used social media to enlist females for their criminal enterprises.
Get on the job of jobs
A thorough assessment of historical and current employment trends across sectors leads to a deeper dive into complexities of jobless growth. Mapping out the strengths and weaknesses of each sector is crucial for formulating strategies to enhance job-creating potential. In addition to understanding the employment-generation capacities of different sectors, India's low labour force participation rate (LFPR) poses a significant challenge.
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Calcutta HC directs WB govt to ensure 1 pc reservation for transgender persons in public employment
The Calcutta High Court has instructed the West Bengal government to implement a one percent reservation for transgender persons in all public employment within the state. Despite the government's policy of ensuring equal treatment in employment for transgender individuals, the court observed that the specific reservation had not yet been implemented.
Builders must provide for rain harvesting, solar energy to make housing societies sustainable: Govt
Naredco President G Haribabu regretted that the real estate sector still does not have as many women entrepreneurs as required for its potential because their participation is still about 8-10 per cent, whereas in other professions such as medical and nursing, women's participation reaches almost 40 per cent of the total capacity.
A 'kavach' helped 46,000 Indian women avoid deadly work during heat waves
In Ahmedabad, scorching temperatures above 43C for a week left laborers like Lataben Makwana facing deadly conditions. A program by ICICI Lombard provided relief, paying out $340,000 to 46,000 women when temperatures spiked. Led by SEWA, the initiative aims to expand, offering financial security to vulnerable workers impacted by climate change.
India lives in its villages, rural development remains priority: Shivraj Chouhan
Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the new Rural Development minister, highlighted the government's focus on rural development and the 'Lakhpati Didi' scheme to empower women to earn Rs 1 lakh annually.
Sofia Firdous: Odisha's first Muslim woman MLA, an IIM graduate, scripts history
Sofia Firdous has made history as the first Muslim woman elected as an MLA in Odisha, winning the Barabati-Cuttack seat. Defeating BJP's Dr. Purna Chandra Mahapatra by 8,001 votes, Sofia's victory marks a significant milestone in the state's political landscape.
Mandate 2024 is about making economic governance the new govt's centrepiece
Even though India is experiencing an 8.2% growth rate, the real political question is whether the people feel this growth. Opinions will vary, but the essential takeaway is that much more needs to be done, as indicated by the mandate in Lok Sabha elections.
“EORS is going to be a game changer”: Uptownie’s Co-Founder Shivani Agarwal on the fashion brand’s partnership with Myntra
Myntra, a popular e-commerce platform, offers a vast selection of women's western wear, including trendy tops. Uptownie, a well-loved brand on Myntra, provides affordable and trendy fashion for Indian consumers. The ongoing End Of Reason Sale on Myntra presents great deals on Uptownie's viral products.
Access to benefits key in retaining women contract workers: Study
A study by Quess Corp and The Udaiti Foundation reveals that both single and married women who receive performance incentives are more likely to retain their jobs than those who don't. The findings, which analysed data from 1.6 million Quess employees over four years, highlight the high turnover in the staffing industry and India's low female labour participation rate. The study found that nearly one out of every two associates who quit do so within the first three months of employment, underlining the importance of support in that period to stem attrition.
Safety, Inflation, Jobs: What issues brought Delhi's women voters to the ballot box on Saturday
Women in Delhi, from various backgrounds and age groups, turned out in large numbers to vote in the Lok Sabha elections, highlighting issues such as women's safety, inflation, and employment. This article delves into the perspectives and priorities of women voters across the city.
India has sufficient domestic tyre capacity; imports must not be liberalised through free trade pacts: ATMA
ATMA in India opposes FTAs liberalizing tyre imports, with adequate manufacturing capacity. Calls to safeguard domestic industry from duty concessions. Rs 2,000 crore worth of tyres imported in FY24 despite domestic industry's capacity. Leading manufacturers invest Rs 35,000 crore in capacity expansion, technology upgrades, and R&D. Domestic tyre industry employs over 5 lakh people and supports 10 lakh rubber growers.
Muslims in Ayodhya say 'mandir-masjid' a non-issue, want development
Muslim voters in Ayodhya prioritize employment and development over the temple-mosque issue, acknowledging BJP's efforts. Iqbal Ansari credits BJP for Ayodhya's progress, emphasizing the need for sustained development. Health, education, and security concerns are crucial for voters, along with the positive response of Muslim women on the triple talaq issue. Challenges remain in extending development to all areas of Ayodhya.
Boomerang employees: Why employers like returning talent
Professionals experiencing the "grass is greener" syndrome may find themselves considering returning to previous employers, termed "boomerang" candidates. Companies, recognizing the value in these individuals' fresh skills and perspectives, are strategically embracing this trend. Mid-career employees and even CXOs are increasingly participating, reflecting evolving workplace dynamics and the importance of alignment in values and leadership behaviors.
Lok Sabha polls: Only 12 pc of candidates in fray in phase 5 are women, says ADR
Low female representation in Lok Sabha polls, with 12% female candidates in the fifth phase. 23% candidates have criminal cases, including 18% with serious charges like murder and hate speech. Concerns raised over candidates' assets and educational qualifications.
If choice is between Narendra Modi & Rahul Gandhi, I have no doubt people will opt for Modi: Swaminathan Aiyar
Swaminathan Aiyar analyzes the critical role of Mr Modi for BJP's success, the impact of historical events on inflation, challenges in the employment sector, the communalization of reservation issues, and the government's technological initiatives for growth amid public perception challenges. Aiyar says: "Our real problem is that we are producing millions of school and college graduates who are unemployable."
Canada pauses Self-Employed Persons Program, caps PR applications via Start-up Visa
Canada's Start-up Visa Program faces criticism for capping applications, impacting immigrant entrepreneurs seeking permanent residence. The changes aim to reduce backlog and improve processing times, affecting the country's attractiveness as a start-up destination.
First major attempts to regulate AI face headwinds from all sides
Lawmakers are tackling AI bias challenges with impact assessments, supported by industry groups like TechNet. Concerns exist over companies self-reporting discrimination risks, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability.
A financial literacy letter to my younger self
India's young population of 1.4 billion with a median age of 28.2 and urban population of 36%. Diverse investment landscape with BSE Sensex reaching 75,000. Strong financial planning for the future with a focus on asset allocation and growth-oriented investments.
5,000 women in Haryana to be given drone training: CM Khattar
Addressing a 'Lakhpati Didi' sammelan in Karnal, Khattar said that under this programme, 102 women have been given drone training and work has also been provided in various departments. The chief minister said being an agrarian state, there is a great need for drones for the farmers here.
About 36% Rajya Sabha candidates declared criminal cases against themselves: ADR
The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and National Election Watch have found that 36% of Rajya Sabha candidates have declared criminal cases against themselves, with the average assets of candidates analysed standing at Rs 127.81 crore. The analysis also found that 17% of these individuals face serious criminal charges, with one candidate having cases related to attempted murder.
PayNearby launches platform Digital Naari to generate self-employment for women
PayNearby has launched Digital Naari, a platform aimed at providing additional income-generation opportunities for women in rural and semi-urban areas. The platform will enable women to offer financial and digital services at their convenience, and PayNearby aims to onboard and uplift 100,000 women by 2025.
J'khand govt distributed Rs 8,247 cr in last 4 years to empower 'Sakhi Mandals': CM
The conference witnessed the participation of thousands of Sakhi Mandal members from all 24 districts. Several women shared their stories, highlighting the impact of the government's initiatives on their lives.
Workplace, social enablers key to create sustained employment for women, says Avtar group study
Avtar group has found that career enablers like flexi-timing and remote working are crucial for women's workforce participation. However, workplace enablers alone cannot ensure sustained employment for women. The second edition of the 'Top Cities for Women in India (TCWI) index ranks Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, and Hyderabad as the top five cities for women in India.
It's my dream to turn 2 cr females associated with SHGs into 'lakhpati' women in country: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his desire to uplift 2 crore women associated with self-help groups (SHGs) in India to become financially independent. During a virtual interaction with beneficiaries of various government programs in Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, as part of the ongoing 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra,'
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