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Employment
IEF Editorial Team
- Hiring
- November 29, 2024
Top 10 Emerging Job Roles in 2025
By Dr. Sarmistha Roychowdhury When I reflect on my experience in the past two decades, I see that the evolution is robust, and the function of the human resources department has grown in importance fr...
IEF Editorial Team
- World of Work
- December 18, 2024
AI and ML: Revolutionizing the Traditional Retail Indus...
The rapidly evolving preferences and customer behaviours demand companies stay updated and adapt to the needs of the marketplace. AI utilization in retail is emerging as a turning point in...
IEF Editorial Team
- Human Capital
- December 12, 2024
Gen Z and Gen Alpha: Supercharging the Workplace
As the global workforce evolves, the influence of younger generations is reshaping workplace norms and expectations. The work ethic of these young cohorts is a vital asset that will drive...
IEF Editorial Team
- Samvaad
- December 20, 2024
Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Balasubramanian Sethuraman, Head HR, Parekh Integrated Services Pvt. Ltd., speaks to India Employer Forum about diversity and inclusion in the workplace, key hiring challenges and more. He said, “I think...
Employability
IEF Editorial Team
- Apprenticeship
- October 30, 2024
Neglecting the Importance of Apprenticeships: A Direct...
In 1975, Prime Minister Indira Gandhi prioritized increasing the number of apprentices in India as part of her 20-point program. Despite the significance of learning-by-doing and learning-while-earning, this initiative failed...
IEF Editorial Team
- Degree Apprenticeship
- November 15, 2024
Degree Apprenticeship Program: The Key to Solving Unemp...
India is currently facing a unique challenge: despite its vast youth population, a significant skills gap persists, affecting workforce readiness and job market alignment. As of the latest data from...
IEF Editorial Team
- Skill Development
- December 13, 2024
Driving Youth Empowerment: How the PM Internship Scheme...
Our youth are the driving force of India's future, brimming with immense potential and ambition. With over 50% of India’s population under the age of 25, the country boasts the...
IEF Editorial Team
- Samvaad
- November 29, 2023
‘HR is your Strategic Partner for Business Goals and Em...
Y Thiyagarajan, DM HR, Ashok Leyland speaks to India Employer Forum about unlocking business growth with HR, Automation, employee development programs and more... Tell us a little about your journey...
Ease of doing business (EODB)
IEF Editorial Team
- Compliance
- September 17, 2024
Monthly Compliance Roundup August 2024
The regulatory compliance landscape in India is highly dynamic, with an average of ~23 updates per day. In FY23-24 alone, there were as many as 8,331 updates w.r.t compliance requirements....
IEF Editorial Team
- Technology
- August 7, 2024
Bridging the Tech Talent Gap: Strategies for a Sustaina...
The tech industry is at the forefront of innovation and progress, driving advancements that shape the modern world. However, this rapid evolution has brought with it a significant challenge; a...
IEF Editorial Team
- Compliance Roundup
- December 9, 2024
Monthly Compliance Roundup, November 2024
The regulatory compliance landscape in India is highly dynamic, with an average of ~23 updates per day. In FY23-24 alone, there were as many as 8,331 updates w.r.t compliance requirements....
IEF Editorial Team
- Samvaad
- October 29, 2024
NBFC Regulations in India
Shivendra Suman, Head - Compliance and Company Secretary, Hero FinCorp Limited, speaks to the India Employer Forum about NBFC regulations in India. 1.How has the NBFC regulatory framework evolved over...
Initiatives
IEF Editorial Team
- Samvaad
- December 20, 2024
Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Balasubramanian Sethuraman, Head HR, Parekh Integrated Services Pvt. Ltd., speaks to India Employer Forum about diversity and inclusion in the workplace, key hiring challenges and more. He said, “I think...
IEF Editorial Team
- Manthan
- September 25, 2024
From Jobs to Skills: Shaping India’s Employment L...
As India marks its 78th Independence Day, the journey towards economic independence and self-reliance continues. The evolving landscape of work, driven by technological advancements and changing market dynamics, presents both...
IEF Editorial Team
- Nibandh
- November 18, 2024
Future of Human Resource Profession with Growing Use of...
By Nishant Kalra, Group CHRO, JTEKT India As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform various professions, including human resources, certain job profiles within the HR profession are likely to remain...
IEF Editorial Team
- Physical Events
- February 28, 2024
IEF Conclave: Demystifying People Supply Chain: Balanci...
The 75th Year of India's Independence has seen the Nation strive to strengthen its economic status and secure its place as a shining star in the world community. With an...