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Gen Z now makes up nearly a quarter of BFSI workforce: Great Place To Work report
India's Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance sector sees a rise in Gen Z employees. A new report by Great Place To Work India highlights this shift. The sector focuses on flexibility and inclusion. Insurance and NBFCs lead in workplace engagement. Concerns remain about workplace politics. Axis Max Life Insurance and HDB Financial Services are recognized as top workplaces.
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April 23, 2025
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BIS to offer internship for 500 students from partner institutions
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has unveiled internship opportunities for 500 students from partner institutions, focusing on standardisation. These eight-week internships will involve pre-standardisation work, QCO compliance surveys, and site visits to various industrial units and laboratories. Students will conduct in-depth studies on manufacturing, testing processes, and product quality assessment.
MyPragathi
April 22, 2025
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As Indian unicorns soar, corner offices still remain a man’s world
Despite India's booming startup scene, a new report reveals a significant gender gap in unicorn leadership. Women hold only 10% of C-suite roles, with underrepresentation in tech and strategic functions. While excelling in HR, they lag in CEO, CTO, and CIO positions, highlighting systemic challenges in career advancement and industry acceptance.
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UPSC civil services result out: Direct link to check result & other crucial details here
The Union Public Service Commission announced the final results of the civil services examination, with Shakti Dubey securing the top rank. Harshita Goyal and Dongre Archit Parag achieved second and third positions, respectively. A total of 1,009 candidates have successfully qualified. The results are accessible on the UPSC's official website, upsc.gov.in.
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UPSC CSE 2024 topper list out: Check who topped the Civil Services Examination
The UPSC has announced the final results for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024. Shakti Dubey has emerged as the topper, followed by Harshita Goyal and Dongre Archit Parag in second and third positions, respectively. A total of 1,009 candidates have qualified for prestigious services like IAS, IPS, IFS, and IRS.
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Significant percentage of employers plan to hire freshers with AI-related roles in H1 2025: Report
A new report indicates that over 74% of Indian employers plan to hire freshers in the first half of 2025, with AI-related roles leading the demand. E-commerce, technology start-ups, and manufacturing sectors also show strong hiring intent. Bangalore, Mumbai, and Chennai are identified as key employment hubs, seeking talent in areas like robotic process automation and network security.
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SC junks students’ plea over attempts for JEE-Advanced 2025 exam
The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea by 18 IIT aspirants who passed Class 12 in 2023, seeking eligibility for JEE-Advanced 2025. The court said academic policy decisions lie outside its purview. The petition challenged a policy reversal that initially allowed three attempts but was later restricted to two, causing a disparity with JEE-Mains.
MyPragathi
April 21, 2025
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Freshers vs. experienced professionals: Who’s winning the GCC hiring race?
GCCs in India are increasingly prioritizing experienced professionals to drive innovation and strategic initiatives, particularly in complex domains like AI and cybersecurity. While fresh graduates remain valuable for high-volume, lower-risk roles, experienced talent is favored for leadership and domain-specific positions.
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India’s contractual workforce is expanding, but growth alone won’t solve its challenges
India's contract staffing sector is experiencing substantial growth, driving economic agility and formalization. This expansion is evident in increased social security contributions and EPFO additions, particularly among young workers. However, challenges persist, including skills mismatches, gender disparities, and wage inequalities, necessitating targeted policy interventions and skill development initiatives to ensure inclusive and sustainable growth.
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AP SSC 10th Result 2025: Expected release date, time, and key details
The Andhra Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (BSEAP) is set to announce the AP SSC 10th Results 2025 on April 22. Although the exact time remains unconfirmed, the results will be revealed during a press conference at 11 am. Students can access their scorecards online at bse.ap.gov.in, and results will also be available via SMS and Digilocker.
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