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Festive season hiring surge: Consumer goods and e-commerce companies increase workforce by 20-25%
Indian companies are significantly increasing hiring for the festive season, anticipating a strong rebound in sales after a weak summer. E-commerce, logistics, and retail sectors are leading the hiring surge, with temporary and gig workers in high demand.
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July 12, 2025
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PM Modi distributes over 51,000 appointment letters at 16th Rozgar Mela
Narendra Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to new government recruits via video conference. The Rozgar Mela took place at 47 locations across India. Recruits will join various ministries. The Rozgar Mela aims to prioritize employment generation. Over 10 lakh appointment letters have been issued under this initiative. Modi emphasized enhancing youth participation in building a developed India.
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Railway Recruitment Boards gives 9,000 jobs in first quarter, plans 50,000 for FY 2025-26
Indian Railways is actively recruiting. Railway Recruitment Boards have conducted tests for over 1.86 crore candidates. They aim to fill 55,197 vacancies. Over 9,000 appointments are already done. The board is allotting exam centers closer to home. Aadhaar-based E-KYC authentication is introduced. West Central Railway will use mAadhaar for passenger verification. This prevents unauthorized travel and ticket misuse.
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July 11, 2025
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Breaking the glass ceiling: Female CEOs and managing directors in India Inc
Hindustan Unilever appointed Priya Nair as its new CEO and managing director, effective August 2025, highlighting a significant step for female leadership in India. Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in top corporate roles, facing challenges in recruitment, retention, and career advancement. The article lists other prominent female CEOs and managing directors leading major Indian companies across diverse sectors.
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India, China & Japan among world’s top 10 tech markets in 2025
India has emerged as a global tech talent powerhouse in 2025, driven by rapid growth in AI, cybersecurity, and digital innovation. According to Colliers' Global Tech Markets: Top Talent Locations 2025 report, six Indian cities—including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR—rank among the Asia Pacific’s top 10 destinations for tech hiring.
MyPragathi
July 10, 2025
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India is not just a market, it’s a growth accelerator: Jennifer Richards, Aon Asia Pacific CEO
Aon sees India as a key growth market in Asia-Pacific. The company expanded its capabilities through acquisition. An Aon survey reveals Indian employees are open to job changes. Rising healthcare costs and AI adoption are workforce trends. Geopolitical issues impact talent management in India. Companies are focusing on workforce efficiency. India is a hub for global delivery centers.
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July 9, 2025
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Odisha govt introduces fail system at Class 5, 8 examinations
The Odisha government has reintroduced a fail system for Class 5 and 8 annual exams, effective this academic year. Amendments to the Odisha Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Rules, 2010, facilitate this change. Students who fail will receive extra instruction and a re-examination opportunity within two months.
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KCET Counselling 2025 starts; how to avail optional entry on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and more
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has commenced the KCET 2025 counselling process for qualified candidates. Eligible individuals can now input their college and course preferences online after document verification. The seat matrix for engineering and agriculture courses is available, with 77,068 engineering and 3,350 agriculture seats for the first round. Candidates should prepare required documents for smooth option entry.
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Sabih Khan joins elite league of India-born C-suite executives at global giants
Sabih Khan, born in Moradabad, has been appointed as the chief operating officer of Apple, joining the ranks of India-born executives leading global corporations. Following in the footsteps of leaders like Satya Nadella and Sundar Pichai, Khan's promotion highlights the increasing presence of Indian talent at the helm of multinational giants.
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Welcome to your job interview. Your interviewer is AI.
Job seekers are increasingly encountering AI interviewers, raising concerns about dehumanization in the hiring process. While companies tout efficiency and personalization, candidates like Jennifer Dunn find the experience hollow and impersonal. Some appreciate the lack of pressure, but many question the AI's ability to truly evaluate candidates and fear potential bias, highlighting the ongoing debate about AI's role in recruitment.
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July 8, 2025
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