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  J-K logs 3.7 lakh unemployed youth on portal, Govt eyes 4.25 lakh jobs under Mission Yuva

  Jammu and Kashmir | March 10, 2025 17:46 IST

  Over 3.7 lakh unemployed youth have registered on the J&K job portal, with the government introducing multiple schemes under Mission Youth to improve employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.

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  Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi at Haryana rally, says 'Govt systematically ended employment system'

  Haryana | September 26, 2024 17:02 IST

  Addressing a poll rally in Assandh, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi exuded confidence that the grand old party would sweep the October 5 Haryana assembly election.

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  Bangladesh unrest escalates: Protesters set jail on fire, free hundreds of inmates

  World | July 19, 2024 20:52 IST

  In a dramatic escalation of student protests in Bangladesh, demonstrators stormed a jail in Narsingdi, freeing hundreds of inmates and setting the facility on fire. A police officer confirmed the incident, and a resident witnessed prisoners fleeing with their belongings.

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  India's future jostling in queues for job is reality of PM Modi's 'Amrit Kaal': Rahul Gandhi

  India | July 12, 2024 7:11 IST

  Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's remarks came over the incident of a stampede-like situation witnessed after some 800 people turned up for walk-in interviews held by a firm for 40 vacancies in Ankleshwar in Gujarat's Bharuch district.

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  Gujarat: Railing collapse as 1,800 aspirants compete for 10 positions in Bharuch | VIDEO

  Gujarat | July 11, 2024 21:20 IST

  A chaotic scene unfolded in Gujarat's Bharuch as 1,800 job seekers vied for just 10 positions at a private company, leading to a railing collapse. The incident has sparked political debate, with Congress criticising the BJP.

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  Mizoram CM Lalduhoma urges youth to seek employment abroad amid high unemployment

  Mizoram | June 12, 2024 12:50 IST

  Speaking at the inauguration of Zofa Agency, a private placement agency approved by the Union Ministry of External Affairs, CM Lalduhoma emphasised the importance of skill development and urged job seekers to consider even low-paying jobs overseas.

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  India’s unemployment rate declines to 6.7 per cent in urban areas in March quarter: Survey

  Business | May 16, 2024 9:40 IST

  As per the survey, the female unemployment rate in the urban areas decreased from 9.2 per cent in January-March 2023 to 8.5 per cent in January-March 2024.

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  'PM talks about religion during elections, people make mistake and vote,' says Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

  India | April 21, 2024 21:29 IST

  Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in an exclusive conversation with India TV targeted the BJP-led government at the Centre saying it doesn't talk about jobs, price rise and tries to divert attention by talking about religion during elections.

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  Rahul Gandhi targets Modi govt over unemployment, says '65 per cent educated youth are jobless'

  India | March 27, 2024 21:27 IST

  In the election season, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi continued his attacks against the Modi government. Last time, his statement that the Congress is fighting a 'Shakti', sparked controversy and drew a strong retort from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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  Rahul's big poll promise, assures 'first job' with Rs 1 lakh stipend to youth below 25 years

  India | March 07, 2024 19:28 IST

  Congress has promised Rs 1 lakh apprenticeship scheme for graduates, diploma holders below the age of 25 in order to address the unemployment issue, if they are voted to power.

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  Unemployment rate in urban areas falls to 6.50 per cent in Q3

  Business | February 13, 2024 6:59 IST

  The unemployment rate for males fell to 5.8 per cent while for females, it declined to 8.6 per cent during the period.

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  Priyanka Gandhi Vadra targets PM Modi, says his guarantee is 'guarantee of unemployment'

  India | February 04, 2024 14:57 IST

  In July 2022, the government had informed Parliament that in eight years, 22 crore youth applied for jobs but only seven lakh youth got the jobs, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra posted on X.

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  White collar hiring falls 16 per cent in December amid cautious recruitment in IT, other sectors

  Business | January 09, 2024 17:00 IST

  The IT sector mirrored trends seen in the latter half of 2023, with a 21 per cent fall in December compared to the same month in the previous year and a 4 per cent drop from November 2023.

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  Karnataka government to roll out 'Yuva Nidhi' unemployment allowance scheme starting January 1

  December 15, 2023 13:09 IST

  The Karnataka government is ready to implement the Yuva Nidhi scheme, which is one of the five poll promises made by the Congress party. Through this scheme, unemployed graduates and diploma holders will receive an allowance. The registration process for this scheme will begin on December 26th.

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  Unemployment rate declined to 10 pc from 17.8 pc in 2017-18: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

  Business | December 07, 2023 21:45 IST

  The retail inflation based on the consumer price index (CPI) had touched a high of 7.8 per cent in April 2022. However, now it has been close to the Reserve Bank's target of 4 per cent.

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  Madhya Pradesh Assembly Elections: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticises Scindia, mocks PM for 'crying'

  Madhya Pradesh | November 16, 2023 15:26 IST

  Comparing Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to a "world-famous actor," Gandhi ridiculed his focus on appearances over work. She also mocked Modi for complaining about opposition abuse, suggesting the title "Mere Naam" for a fictional movie about him.

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  India's unemployment rate hits 6-year low at 3.2% in latest government data

  Business | October 10, 2023 9:47 IST

  India's unemployment rate has reached a six-year low at 3.2% for individuals aged 15 and above during July 2022-June 2023, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey. The report shows a steady decline in unemployment, particularly in rural and urban areas.

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  Employment: 8.6 per cent decline in white-collar hiring in September, says report

  Business | October 09, 2023 14:01 IST

  Naukri.com's monthly 'Naukri JobSpeak Index' report, published on Monday, suggested that IT, BPO or ITES and FMCG have experienced negative trends in terms of hiring in September. 2,835 white-collar job postings in September, said the report.

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  Unemployment in India reaches 42-year high under Modi government, says AAP

  Delhi | September 03, 2023 18:24 IST

  The AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh said that the prices of fuel and medicines have gone up considerably under Modi's rule. He also criticised the Agniveer scheme, saying that it has betrayed youngsters.

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  J-K: Ghulam Nabi Azad promises to focus on tourism to eradicate unemployment if voted to power

  Jammu and Kashmir | August 27, 2023 23:12 IST

  The former JK Chief Minister assured to make all possible efforts to bring development, prosperity and peace in the region and will create enough job opportunities for unemployed youth.