The government, which is expected to be a model employer, is exploiting contract and outsourced workers by engaging them for several jobs in its departments, including those of a permanent nature, State general secretary of CITU and honorary president of the Karnataka State Electricity Workers’ Federation S. Varalakshmi has alleged
At the Global Fintech Fest 2026, Nandan Nilekani warned that artificial intelligence threatens jobs more in large, structured firms than in small enterprises, highlighting the role of millions of small businesses in future employment. He argued that bolstering these smaller firms can build an AI‑resilient economy in India.
The Chhattisgarh government approved the creation of 100 Emerging Technology Labs and a NIPUN JOB Engine to equip youth with practical skills in new-age technologies. The Rs 500‑crore initiative, announced in a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, will run for five years across all 33 districts.
The Union Cabinet approved a ₹10,783 crore investment to add multi‑track lines on three railway corridors covering 655 km, aiming to boost freight capacity. The projects are expected to add 26.69 million tonnes per annum of freight, create jobs and reduce emissions.
The Indian government announced a mission to train 10 million people in artificial intelligence, sparking debate over whether such large‑scale skilling will translate into equivalent job creation. Analysts cite four decades of evidence, including Kerala’s experience, that education alone does not guarantee employment.
Most Indian executives actively seek new career opportunities for faster progression. Many senior leaders anticipate leaving their current roles within one year. Organisations now focus on embedding artificial intelligence into their operating models. Executives report higher productivity and improved work quality using artificial intelligence. Compensation satisfaction exists, but career progression drives retention for leaders.
Samsung India announced a downsizing of its electronics division as soaring chip prices and rising AI-driven demand for specialized chips increase memory costs. The higher expenses are forcing companies to divert funds to AI infrastructure, tightening payroll budgets and potentially leading to job cuts.
The Commission recommended that the government make arrangements to provide education, food and shelter to children orphaned by the death of their parents and offer them government jobs after they complete their education.
In August, white-collar job opportunities in Mumbai surged by fourteen percent from last year. This growth was largely propelled by strong performances in the automotive, healthcare, and retail industries. The rise was evident across IT and non-IT sectors, along with various experience levels. Hyderabad and Kolkata emerged as leaders in hiring growth among major cities, with emerging locales like Bhubaneswar and Raipur also marking notable progress in employment trends.
India's hiring outlook is set to rebound in the final quarter of 2026. Employers signal stronger recruitment plans for October-December, showing improved business confidence. Demand for new skills makes India the most optimistic labor market globally. Around sixty-five percent of employers expect to increase hiring in the December quarter. This positive trend places India's net employment outlook at a strong fifty-four percent.
Women account for less than 10% of employees in India’s central public sector enterprises, with representation particularly weak in supervisory roles. Experts blame structural barriers, male-dominated sectors, childcare responsibilities, workplace conditions and recruitment practices, calling for reforms to hiring, promotion and retention.
AI may not be causing mass unemployment yet, but it could be removing the entry-level jobs through which young workers traditionally build expertise. With India rapidly adopting workplace AI, the authors argue apprenticeships must be redesigned and embedded into higher education to create a new career ladder.
India’s proposed social-security contribution model for gig workers could have vastly different effects across platforms. Analysts say a payout-linked levy could disproportionately hit high-volume ride-hailing businesses, potentially exceeding their turnover, while a turnover-based formula would better reflect an aggregator’s economic capacity.
As AI reshapes entry-level jobs and geopolitical uncertainty clouds overseas education, Indian parents are questioning long-held beliefs about safe careers. From engineering and medicine to theatre, sports and the humanities, families are rethinking what children should study. Educators and psychologists say adaptability, continuous learning and genuine interest may matter more than certainty.
Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh faces pressure from President Trump to lower interest rates despite market expectations for a hike. A strong jobs report adds complexity, with next week's inflation data likely determining the Fed's decision on rates.
‘AI has made most teachers’ jobs easy. I use AI to create differentiated worksheets for each student that have to be solved at the end of every chapter,’ says one teacher in the city
The Delhi High Court has sought responses from the National Testing Agency and the Centre. This is regarding a plea challenging the decision to re-conduct the UGC-NET English examination. The court also directed authorities to decide on refunding examination fees. A candidate filed a plea to quash the notice for re-conducting the English paper. The matter is listed for further hearing on October 6.
Raghuram Rajan stated he has neither questioned nor endorsed India's GDP growth figures. He expressed confusion over the economy’s growth not leading to increased private investment, FDI, or job creation.
India's Global Capability Centres sector is rapidly expanding and generating significant revenue. However, a substantial gap exists between engineering graduates and job-ready talent. Companies are investing heavily in upskilling and reskilling existing employees to meet demand. Apprenticeship programs and exploring tier-two cities are also key strategies. Closer industry-academia collaboration is vital for future talent pipeline development.
Uber will cut thousands of jobs in a restructuring move. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
