Tag: Government Jobs
Tamil Nadu orders mandatory Tamil language exam for government jobs
The Tamil Nadu government has announced that candidates will have to clear a Tamil language test while appearing for state government job-recruitment exams.
The Tamil...
75% private, government jobs for Kannadigas
Kannadigas will be given preference in 75 per cent of jobs in the private, government and autonomous institutions in Karnataka. Priority will be given...
EWS quota only for families earning less than Rs 8 lakh
The state cabinet of Telangana has decided to offer reservation under the economically weaker section (EWS) quota only to candidates who come from families...
1% reservation for transgenders in Karnataka government jobs
The Karnataka government has revealed intentions to reserve one per cent of all job vacancies in any service or job in all categories in...
Government jobs for 2,000 PwDs in Punjab
Of the 50,000 vacancies announced in the Punjab government in 2021, four per cent quota will be for people with disabilities (PwDs). Social Security,...
20k+ govt. posts to be filled in 5 months: Gujarat CM
Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani has announced that over 20,000 jobs will be offered to candidates in the state in the next five months....
Jharkhand may reserve govt jobs for only govt school passouts
“Government jobs should be reserved only for those who have been educated in government schools,” believes Jagarnath Mahto, school education and literacy minister, Jharkhand...
Youth more attracted to banking and government jobs: Survey
Looks like Indian youth give more importance to job security and work-life balance than to salary, according to a survey by Oliveboard.
Of the 5000...
Government job applicants to go through 7-step screening process
The process begins with tracking of a candidate’s Internet footprint to getting a final clearance from the Prime Minister’s Office
Will bureaucracy play spoilsport in ‘lateral hiring’ by Government?
Senior corporate leaders welcome this fresh move by the government, but they also have their share of apprehension. HRKatha reports.
State governments promise mass-scale jobs for unemployed
The Gujarat and Punjab governments plan to create employment opportunities for 9 lakh and 25 lakh youth, respectively.
Government to leverage experience of retired employees
The Government wants utilise the talent pool of retired professionals to carry forward its flagship programmes.
Job posts in Govt., PSUs, PSBs to be equalised
The government wants to ensure that the children of staffs serving in lower categories of PSUs and other institutions can avail the benefit of OBC category reservations, which will be at par with the children of staffs serving in lower categories of the Government.
Government will not withhold appointment letters due to pending verification
Provisional appointment letters will be issued after obtaining the attestation form and self-declaration from the candidates.
Is corporate India ready to hire mediocre?
The basic hiring strategy and talent requirement is different for the private and public sectors. In such a scenario, are they ready to drink from the same pool?
How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement
In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...
Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces
Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’
In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...
H-1B visa holders can fight visa-denial case if employers commit fraud
If Indian H-1B visa holders find that their visa is about to be revoked just because their employer has been found to have indulged...
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Wipro’s headcount dropped by 6,180 employees in sixth quarter
Wipro's employee strength has decreased for the sixth consecutive quarter. As revealed by the IT services giant's financial report for the period spanning January...
How Poonawalla Fincorp fosters a culture of employee centricity
Poonawalla Fincorp stands out for its unorthodox approach. Here, success isn’t solely measured by the bottom line; it’s about cultivating a symbiotic relationship where...
Re-evaluate climate-change legislations, create new ones to protect workers: ILO report
Why does the International Labour Organisation feel that it is time to come up with climate-change specific policies and even create new policies to...
Nike lets go 740 from Oregan HQ to cut costs
Sportswear firm, Nike is all set to reduce staff strength at its Oregon headquarters by 740. This is part of a cost-cutting exercise because...
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Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR
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EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO
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“The big change has been that we have moved from jobs to skills,” Amaresh...
Q. How would you define the culture at GE?
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