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Employment
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The workplace talks about glass ceilings but ignores ‘sticky floors’
Read the story ↗: The workplace talks about glass ceilings but ignores ‘sticky floors’Learn how caregiving, burnout, low mobility and age bias are quietly trapping millions of workers in stagnant careers
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India Overhauls Labour Rules in Its Biggest Workforce Reform in Decades
Read the story ↗: India Overhauls Labour Rules in Its Biggest Workforce Reform in DecadesThe government has finally activated four long-delayed labour codes, reshaping wages, safety and protections for millions of workers.
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India’s services sector slows but stays strong as price pressures ease
Read the story ↗: India’s services sector slows but stays strong as price pressures easeOctober’s services PMI dipped to a five-month low of 58.9, but easing inflation and steady demand signal a resilient economy heading into the festive season.
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Tier II and III Cities Outshine Metros with 21 Percent Hiring Surge in September
Read the story ↗: Tier II and III Cities Outshine Metros with 21 Percent Hiring Surge in SeptemberSmaller cities are becoming India’s new job engines, driven by e-commerce, retail, and festive demand.
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Makhana Mornings Daily Brief (September 24, 2025)
Read the story ↗: Makhana Mornings Daily Brief (September 24, 2025)Markets slipped again as the rupee hit fresh lows, while reforms in GST, shipbuilding, and digital payments showcased India’s longer-term ambitions.
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Labour Ministry and Zepto Sign MoU to Create Jobs
Read the story ↗: Labour Ministry and Zepto Sign MoU to Create JobsQuick commerce firm to post 10,000 jobs on National Career Service portal.
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EPFO Adds 21 Lakh Net Members in July
Read the story ↗: EPFO Adds 21 Lakh Net Members in JulyFresh enrolments point to sustained formal job creation.