India job crisis

India’s job crisis: Could Andhra Pradesh’s skill census be Modi 3.0’s game-changer?

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India’s job crisis: Could Andhra Pradesh’s skill census be Modi 3.0’s game-changer?

India, with its booming population, is facing a gloomy job scenario. Even its 7% economic growth may not bring any cheer. The issue is not just ‘how many’ jobs are being created, but also ‘what kind of’ jobs, which presents a crisis within a crisis. Amidst this grim situation, an idea from Andhra Pradesh could … Read more

India will fail to plug jobs gap even with 7% growth, says Citi

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India will fail to plug jobs gap even with 7% growth, says Citi

India will struggle to create enough jobs for its growing workforce over the next decade even if the economy grows at a rapid pace of 7%, Citigroup Inc. said, suggesting the world’s most-populous nation will need more concerted steps to boost employment and skills. Citi estimates India will need to create about 12 million jobs … Read more