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Amid the strike call by gig workers' unions, police are closely monitoring developments to prevent any untoward incidents on New Year's Eve, according to police officials.

SC allows husband to travel overseas for employment despite pending criminal case under Section 498A

Prolonged investigation without a chargesheet cannot be used to indefinitely restrict an accused’s right to livelihood and travel, rules court

Unemployment falls to eight-month low of 4.7% in November

Rural job gains and rising female participation drive broad-based improvement in labour market conditions

Bengaluru man quits corporate job to drive auto: 'Not scared of starting all over again'

In the video, autodriver Rakesh urges viewers to focus on living and finding meaning beyond money. 'There are other things that are also important. Find value for your life, find true purpose. And come what may, face it, don't run from it, don't hide,' he said.

OPINION | India can no longer outsource the dreams of its youth to the West

Western nations are closing doors to skilled Indian migrants, ending a decades-old model of opportunity abroad. India must now attract returnees, build innovation ecosystems, improve livability, and drive domestic, technology-led growth

Steady jobs, stronger loans: How your job and experience shape loan approvals

Lenders read your employment history as a proxy for repayment stability—longer tenure and credible experience usually mean easier approvals and better terms.

Shark Tank India’s Anupam Mittal questions 35% salary hike in new job: ‘Who set these standards?’

When an X user asked Anupam Mittal why candidates shouldn’t ask for higher increments just as founders seek higher equity, the Shark Tank India judge replied: 'They can ask for sure, but the market will determine what they get, no?'

Calcutta HC: Seeking better job not moral turpitude, asks company to pay gratuity dues

The High Court noted that the company could neither produce any witness nor show any call records to substantiate their charge that the man was in touch with a rival company.

How students can build a credit score without a job or income

Smart credit habits can help students establish a financial footprint even before they start earning.

What Is ‘quiet cracking’? A silent workforce crisis and how to fix it

Discover the hidden workplace crisis known as 'Quiet Cracking'—how silent employee disengagement impacts productivity and what employers can do to rebuild motivation, retention, and workplace satisfaction.

Leaving your job before 5 years? You might still be eligible for gratuity—here’s what the law says

While five years of service is the norm for gratuity eligibility in India, exceptions exist that could allow early payouts.

All top 500 companies yet to engage in PM Internship Scheme, says FM Sitharaman

FM Sitharaman has sought greater involvement from leading companies, calling it essential to maximise the scheme's impact and help the youth meet industry’s expectations.

Noble Yet Unequal: Gender inequality in India's legal profession

Women's participation in India's legal field remains severely limited due to systemic biases, work culture, and financial inequality. Despite challenges, ongoing reforms and advocacy signal hope for greater gender diversity and inclusion in the profession

Bengaluru job call for techies offering Rs 40 LPA is viral: 'College doesn't matter, resume not needed'

Several X users praised Smallest AI founder Sudarshan Kamath's preference for skills over an impressive resume. Others, however, claimed that the salary was too low for a 'cracked engineer'.

Spare a thought for 90 hours of unpaid work

GDP is built on paid work, 90 hours a week or less. But unpaid work, mostly by women, in the care economy is glossed over in a debate on India having to work longer hours. Making the number of working hours the focal point of discussion overlooks the nuances of the labour market which plays a role in restricting the number of women who can take paid jobs. India needs to work smarter, not longer

Bengaluru techie praises work-life balance at Google but lists 3 disadvantages: 'Most teams...'

The software engineer, who also runs a YouTube channel, said that his three years at Google have also been incredible because of how he was treated at the company and the impact of his work.

Nandan Nilekani reveals how Narayana Murthy gave him a job: 'If he had asked me to jump off...'

Narayana Murthy was 'ambitious' and had 'set great goals,' Nandan Nilekani said of his recruiter. Murthy was the head of software at Patni Computer Systems in Pune where Nilekani got his first job.

Meta sacks 24 employees for using meal credits to buy groceries like toothpaste, detergent

Cases came to light during a broader HR investigation into how the meal credits were being used. Those found guilty of frequent violations were dismissed.

Fitness tips: 6 desk exercises to prevent dead butt syndrome, other effects of prolonged sitting

Exercise tips: Prolonged sitting can lead to health issues like poor posture, muscle weakness, and increased risk of heart disease. Include these six desk exercises in your daily routine to strengthen your core, glutes, and legs while improving flexibility and posture.

America’s jobs market has entered the twilight zone

Companies aren’t so worried that they’re letting a lot of people go, but they’re also not so confident that they’re hiring a lot of people

Man fired for googling 'stupid stuff' on office computer. His searches included...

Josh claims that his TikToks, while embarrassing, earned him around £450 (Rs 50,000), which helped cover some rent after losing his income.

Govt needs to promote labour-intensive industries to generate jobs: Raghuram Rajan

Rajan was asked whether the Indian economy, which is growing at 7 per cent, is creating enough jobs.

We get either 4 percent mortgage rates or a stable job market

A soft landing will limit Fed easing. For a substantial decline in home-loan rates we need to see a substantial increase in unemployment

Karnataka’s ‘quit job to become entrepreneur’ scheme: 192 apply for Rs 25K monthly aid for 1 year

Under the Rajiv Gandhi Entrepreneurship Programme, the state will provide a monthly grant of Rs 25,000 to 30 innovators for 12 months

How India can escape the middle income trap

At India’s current per capita levels of $2,540, even upper middle-income status is some years away. What is required now is the infusion of new, modern technologies and business models along with investment. For graduating to high-income, additionally, innovation will be needed