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The Equity Illusion: Women and the World of Work

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum April 28, 2026
Women’s Reservation and the Question of Representation The recent failure of India’s women’s reservation bill is more than a political development—it is a reflection of a deeper structural paradox. While there is broad rhetorical support for gender equality in governance and workplaces, meaningful structural reform continues to face resistance. The proposed 131st Amendment to the […]
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From Hiring to Holding: A CHRO’s Reset for Indian Workplaces in April 2026

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum April 24, 2026
April as a Strategic Pause for CHROs April is not just the start of a new financial year; for CHROs across India, it is a moment of recalibration. After years marked by aggressive hiring, digital acceleration, and constant organisational change, Indian workplaces are entering a phase of cautious consolidation. Economic uncertainty, uneven sectoral growth, and […]
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Manpower Forecasting in 2026: Trends, Methods and Best Practices

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum April 23, 2026
Anticipating future workforce needs is a critical process for any organization seeking sustainable growth and long-term development. This is where manpower forecasting plays a critical role. Also known as workforce forecasting, manpower forecasting involves anticipating future workforce needs—including staffing, resources, and related elements—to prevent disruptions in business operations. The process comprises four key steps: demand […]
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Flexible Workforce, Fixed Accountability: Leadership Lessons from the New Labour Codes

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum April 17, 2026
India’s workforce is becoming more flexible, but the regulatory framework governing it has just become much more structured. Leaders who understand this paradox will build workforces that are both agile and audit-ready. The Shift: Flexibility is Rising and so is Accountability India’s workforce is undergoing a structural transformation. What were once considered alternative employment models—gig […]
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India’s Graduate Unemployment Crisis Explained

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum April 3, 2026
India’s higher education boom is often seen as a cornerstone of its economic future. However, a growing body of evidence reveals a critical challenge: graduate unemployment in India is rising, even as more young people earn degrees. This disconnect between education and employment is fast becoming one of the most pressing labour market issues—raising questions […]
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Women, Work, and Workforce Resilience: A Growth Lever India Cannot Ignore

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum March 27, 2026
India’s female labour force participation rate stood at just 41.7% in 2023-24, up from 23.3% in 2017-18, but still well below the global average of 48.7%. That gap is not just a gender statistic. It is a measure of economic potential sitting idle, a signal that the systems connecting talent to opportunity are incomplete. India […]
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Women in STEM in India: Understanding the Leaky Pipeline

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum March 24, 2026
Global Challenge—and India’s Paradox Across the world, increasing women’s participation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) has become a policy priority. Yet progress remains uneven. According to the UNESCO Global Education Monitoring report, women account for about 35% of STEM graduates globally, and the figure has seen limited improvement over the past decade. In […]
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Boom in Tier 2 Cities: How to Find Jobs and Apply Smartly

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum March 13, 2026
India’s job market is shifting beyond its largest metropolitan hubs. Increasing economic activity, improved digital infrastructure, and targeted policy initiatives are driving strong employment growth in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, making them prime destinations for professionals and early career job seekers alike. Government data shows that total employment has grown steadily across sectors such as […]
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The Gig Economy in India: Opportunity or Illusion?

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum March 12, 2026
The rise of the gig economy in India has often been portrayed as a breakthrough solution to unemployment. App-based platform jobs — including ride-hailing, food delivery, and freelance digital work — promise flexibility, quick income, and easy entry into the workforce. On paper, these opportunities sound ideal for first-time workers entering urban labor markets or […]
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Union Budget 2026-27: Jobs, Skills, and Employment in India

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum March 2, 2026
In their Oxford Review of Economic Policy article, economists Dani Rodrik and Stefanie Stantcheva frame the central labour‑market issue as “the failure [of contemporary capitalism] to produce adequate numbers of good jobs to sustain a prosperous and growing middle class.” Against this backdrop, the Union Budget 2026 takes on heightened significance for employees and jobseekers alike. Beyond […]
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Strengthening Talent Acquisition for Retail Sector Growth

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum February 20, 2026
Retail sector growth thrives on execution. When stores are fully staffed, managers can focus on customers, operations run smoothly, and sales targets are met. But when staffing gaps appear, even small ones, the impact is immediate: missed sales, overworked teams, and customer experience that suffers. That’s why understanding what is talent acquisition matters—not just as […]
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The Skilling Dividend: How the Union Budget 2026 Reshapes the GCC Talent Pipeline

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum February 16, 2026
India’s Global Capability Centre (GCC) landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. What began as cost-saving back offices has transformed into strategic innovation powerhouses, with the sector racing toward a USD 105–120 billion valuation by 2030. Hosting over 1,700 centres and employing nearly 1.9 million professionals, a number expected to surge past 2.8 million in the […]
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