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The Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) Pilot 2: Driving India’s Employability Forward

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum July 31, 2025
India holds the potential to benefit from its demographic dividend, marked by a large youth population. However, the persistent gap between academic learning and industry-ready skills is a source of concern as it is putting into question the overall employability of this demographic. To address this skill gap, the Government of India launched the Prime […]
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Five Years of NEP 2020: A Blueprint Stuck at the Drawing Board

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum July 29, 2025
In July 2020, India launched one of its most ambitious and long-overdue educational policy reforms: the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Framed after extensive consultation and touted as a 21st-century blueprint for “holistic, flexible, multidisciplinary” learning, the policy was a long-awaited response to the systemic inertia plaguing Indian education. With promises of transforming everything from […]
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The Moving City: Bangalore at the Crossroads of Work and Innovation

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum July 21, 2025
As the global economy undergoes rapid transformation, the nature of work is being redefined—leading to short-term job engagements, shorter corporate lifespans, underemployment of graduates, growing income inequality in knowledge-based roles, and a rise in necessity-driven self-employment. While these trends are reshaping employment landscapes worldwide, Bangalore has emerged as a standout example of how cities can […]
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As America Turns Inward, India’s Moment to Lead Has Arrived

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum July 16, 2025
As the U.S. wrestles with internal contradictions, India has a unique window to rise—but only if it acts decisively. The current trajectory of American policy seems to be undermining the very foundations that once propelled it to global dominance. The slogan “Make America Great Again,” which increasingly feels like a coded call to “Make America […]
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The Future of Manufacturing industry In India

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum July 3, 2025
The manufacturing industry in India is experiencing substantial growth, playing a pivotal role in driving economic development and creating a wide range of employment opportunities. This expansion is being fueled by multiple factors, including the emergence of Industry 4.0, which has introduced advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and data analytics, along with support from […]
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The Case for Six-Hour Workdays and Job Doubling

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum July 2, 2025
India’s job crisis makes 12-hour workdays a misguided solution India is currently at a critical crossroads in its economic development. With a youthful population eager to contribute and an ambitious agenda spanning manufacturing, digital services, and technology innovation, the country faces the persistent challenge of unemployment and underemployment. According to recent estimates, millions of Indian […]
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Gender Stereotypes in Workplace: Effects and Mitigation Strategies

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum June 24, 2025
Gender stereotypes in the workplace are among the key factors that hinder employee performance and impede the overall organisational growth. These stereotypes manifest in various forms, including biased promotions, unequal recognition, inequitable compensation, and even racial discrimination. Addressing such issues is essential to safeguard employee well-being and protect the organisation’s reputation. According to the World […]
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India’s Quick Commerce Boom: Fast Deliveries, Fragile Workforce?

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum June 23, 2025
India’s quick commerce (Q-commerce) sector has undergone a meteoric rise, transforming from a novel urban convenience to a near-essential part of everyday life. In bustling cities, the promise of groceries, meals, and daily essentials delivered within 10 to 15 minutes has rapidly become the norm. Brands like Zepto, Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and others have built […]
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Be Ready When Opportunity Comes Knocking

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum June 20, 2025
Why Upskilling Is No Longer Optional and Working Professionals are taking control in their own hands CEO of Microsoft, Satya Nadella’s claim that “Ultimately, it’s not going to be about man versus machine. It is going to be about man with machine. And to be that, you have to be skilled,”  This statement rings especially […]
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Industry Outlook: India’s Pharma Industry 2025–2030

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum June 19, 2025
How India Is Transforming Global Pharma: From Generics to Innovation The pharma industry in India is entering a dynamic phase of growth, driven by innovation, digital transformation, and a strong global reputation in generics and vaccine manufacturing. As the world’s third-largest producer of pharmaceuticals by volume and 14th by value, India supplies more than 50% […]
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Top 10 High Paying Jobs Without Degree in India for 2025

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum June 18, 2025
The Indian job market is undergoing a significant transformation, with emerging roles that prioritise skills over formal degrees. Many of these positions can be accessed through short-term certification programs or hands-on project work offered by reputed government-authorised institutions.  This shift presents a valuable opportunity for high school students (10th/12th standard), especially those from economically disadvantaged […]
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India and the Future of Jobs: Insights from the WEF 2025 Report

World of Work IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum June 17, 2025
As India emerges as one of the fastest-growing major economies, the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 delivers timely insights that resonate deeply with its evolving labour market. The WEF report forecasts a net increase of 78 million jobs globally by 2030, with much of this growth expected in technology, data, renewable energy, […]
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