YOUNG WORKFORCE

Corporate India is offering new-age benefits, realizing that attracting and retaining talent requires more than just high salaries. Cos offer new-age perks like cash for self-development, health insurance for siblings and pet care to woo talent

The typical Indian insolvency professional (IP) is a middle-aged male chartered accountant. Only 10% of the 4,352 registered IPs are women, and just 7% are under 40 years old, according to data from the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI...

A recent report by GI Group Holding India reveals increasing job opportunities in retail and e-commerce, with retail seeking fresh hires and e-commerce targeting experienced professionals. Applications for retail jobs rose by 8% in 2023, driven by y...

MSMEs should work towards increasing female workforce participation by making structural changes to their ecosystem, says Lohit Bhatia, President, Indian Staffing Federation (ISF).

Over the past 5-6 years, the average age of Indian consumers purchasing cars, premium smartphones, and large televisions has decreased significantly, indicating a shift towards younger demographics. Major car manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki, Hyunda...

Despite a general slowdown in headcount expansion in the Indian telecom industry, demand for entry-level customer-facing and technology roles remained strong. TeamLease Services data shows a growth in associate workforce by 51.05% in FY22, with a 31...

Razorpay unveils new employee health insurance policy covering vital treatments like HIV/AIDS and conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome. Employees can customize plans to include siblings, LGBTQIA+ partners, and enhanced maternity benefits. Th...

India's youth population is set to reach 420 million in 2024, comprising 29% of the total population, with 20 million being first-time voters. These young individuals hold significant power to influence India's future. The People Research on India's...

"Established industry players are increasingly embracing apprenticeship initiatives aimed at cultivating a skilled workforce. These programmes offer courses such as service engineer IT hardware, repair technician, wireman control panel electronics, ...

AI and technology advancements threaten 400 million jobs globally, impacting India's IT sector. Addressing rising unemployment requires skill evolution and innovative educational approaches to prepare for the future workforce demands.

"There is a preference to hire women on assembly lines," said Lohit Bhatia, president of workforce management at leading staffing company Quess Corp. "Many automobile, EV and component makers as well as electronics and mobile manufacturers want to s...

The rise of women in tech to 35% by 2027 in global capability centers, highlighting in-demand roles and challenges faced. Efforts are needed to bridge the gender gap and provide equal opportunities for women in tech.

In an interview with ET’s Sreeradha Basu, Jane Baker, vice-president, Workforce Skills at learning company Pearson said India stands out as a leader in the global upskilling market due to its sheer volume of learners seeking to enhance their skills ...

The World Bank warned this month that India -- like other South Asian nations -- was "not creating enough jobs to keep pace with its rapidly increasing working-age population". South Asia is failing "to fully capitalise on its demographic dividend",...

The Indian IT industry has made progress in gender diversity, but there is still underrepresentation of women in top positions and boardrooms. Companies should offer flexible work options, mentorship programs, and robust support structures to suppor...

Investment and funding have picked up in recent months, with new local entrants and global chains driven by India’s young population, among other factors, adding to new work opportunities and hence, faster churn, as workers are switching jobs even f...

The Snapchat parent expects pre-tax charges in the range of $55 million to $75 million, primarily consisting of severance and related costs, and other charges, of which $45 million to $55 million are expected to be future cash expenditures.

The New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, also known as University 5.0, is reshaping higher education by embracing technology and addressing global requirements. It goes beyond traditional learning institutions and focuses on holistic education, incorpor...

In its review of the economy for January 2024, the department of economic affairs under the ministry of finance, said there is ample scope to mainstream skilling into education curriculum and upskilling a large chunk of the existing workforce into f...