Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) on Wednesday gave final opportunity till January 31, 2025 to Employers to upload wage details etc. regarding over 3.1 Lakh pending applications for Pension on Higher Wages.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be no threat to the human intelligence and job avenues of employment seekers.
The upcoming Mahakumbh 2025 is not only a spiritual and cultural spectacle but also a significant source of employment for thousands of workers from across the country.
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) added 18.81 lakh members representing a 9.33% year-on-year growth in September signifying increased employment opportunities and heightened awareness of employee benefits.
This shift will significantly enhance income stability for those currently lacking regular wages or social security, particularly in rural areas.
Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday reiterated the government's commitment to empowering the youth through various schemes and programmes.
India’s employment data presents a rosy picture at first glance, with substantial growth reported year on year. However, a deeper dive into these numbers reveals a more complex and troubling scenario.
In a rebuttal, the Ministry said the report, quoted by some of the print and electronic media, had failed to “account for the comprehensive and positive employment data available from official sources.”
As India anticipates the upcoming Union Budget, the spotlight is firmly on initiatives that could redefine economic priorities under Modi 3.0. Amid the flurry of expectations and promises, the government’s emphasis on skills, employment, and innovation stand out as a pivotal strategy in navigating current challenges and shaping future opportunities.
So far, 2,35,334 rural youths have been trained, and 1,25,822 have gained employment through this initiative.
