Job market news
What is happening in hiring in India and the world: jobs, layoffs, AI and frontline work. Simple words, with sources.
Entertainment29 Oct
OTT this week: Baththa, Akka and Meethe Mein Kya Hai land before DiwaliNetflix brings Baththa on 29 October and Akka and Meethe Mein Kya Hai on 30 October. JioHotstar adds Love Always and ZEE5 adds Rudravanam PS on 30 October.28 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive-26%
Bajaj warns drought may deepen the slowdown in entry-level bikesAfter Q2 FY27 results, Bajaj Auto's Rakesh Sharma said low-income buyers are delaying purchases and drought may worsen it. Bajaj's own 100-110cc sales fell 26%.28 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy36th
RBI Governor asks states to improve spending quality and borrow carefullyAt the 36th State Finance Secretaries meet on 27 October, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urged careful borrowing and asked states to join ULI and use P-CBDC.28 October 2026 · 2 min read
Layoffs~550
Innodata reportedly lays off nearly 550 employees in IndiaData services firm Innodata reportedly ended jobs of nearly 550 staff in India on 26 October, per India Today. The company has not confirmed the number.28 October 2026 · 2 min read
EntertainmentRs 408.15 cr
Jailer 2 crosses Rs 400 crore net in India in 12 daysRajinikanth's Jailer 2 earned Rs 408.15 crore net in India and Rs 733.35 crore worldwide gross in 12 days, per Sacnilk. Tamil leads with Rs 284.95 crore.28 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive+35%
Festive car demand: Maruti retail up 35%, but FADA says Navratri sales fell 22%Maruti's pending bookings rose to 2.7 lakh and Hyundai registrations grew 30%. FADA shows Navratri retail down 22%, which it calls optical due to a high base.28 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy8-9 million
India needs 8-9 million new jobs a year, economists tell BFSI SummitJPMorgan's Sajjid Chinoy urged more labour-heavy jobs at the BFSI Summit on 27 Oct. SBI's Soumya Kanti Ghosh said only 30.7% of informal workers are trained.28 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy6.7%
Factory output grows 6.7% in September, a four-month lowIndia's industrial output (IIP) grew 6.7% in September 2026, a four-month low. Motor vehicles rose 19% and electrical equipment 33.9%, while mining fell 6.2%.28 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy5.50%
RBI raises the repo rate to 5.50%: what the October 2026 decision means for EMIs and jobsThe RBI's rate committee raised the repo rate by 0.25 points to 5.50% on 7 October 2026 and shifted to calibrated tightening. GDP forecast is 7.1%, inflation 5.2%.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Freshers+13,918
Five big IT firms added 13,918 employees in July-September 2026: how many freshers were hiredHCLTech, Tech Mahindra, Infosys and TCS added staff while Wipro cut 6,716. TCS hired about 10,000 graduates in the quarter, Infosys 8,000 and HCLTech 6,136.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
EntertainmentRs 1,582 cr
Box office July 2026: Rs 1,582 crore, with Hollywood films at a record 17% share and Hindi under 40%Ormax says Indian cinemas grossed Rs 1,582 crore in July 2026. Spider-Man: Brand New Day made Rs 630 crore, and January-July is up 13% at Rs 8,147 crore.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive6,96,654
6.97 lakh cars in 3 months: Maruti sets a sales record, but profit falls 27%Maruti Suzuki sold 6,96,654 vehicles in July-September 2026, an all-time high for the quarter, with 2 lakh bookings pending. Rising costs cut profit by 27%.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Gig and delivery+18%
Rs 12-15 per shipment: festive delivery pay falls even as quick commerce demand for riders risesQuick commerce gig demand rose about 18% this festive season, but e-commerce pay per shipment fell to Rs 12-15 from Rs 25-28 and seasonal hiring was below plan.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Layoffs~60,000
About 60,000 Microsoft employees, including in India, are offered a voluntary exitMicrosoft has offered a voluntary exit to about a quarter of its staff in the US, Canada, the UK and India. Staff who accept are due to leave by the end of 2026.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Guides31.82%
Why 32% growth does not always mean 32% more demand: the base effect, explained simplyFADA called September 2026's 31.82% growth 'the most base-distorted print of the year'. Here is what a base effect is, with a simple example.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy5.54%
Retail inflation jumps to 5.54% in September 2026, with food prices up 7.74% and onions doublingIndia's retail inflation rose to 5.54% in September 2026 from 4.83% in August. Food inflation hit 7.74%, onions were up 108% and rural prices rose faster.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Entertainment+2.9%
Media and entertainment hiring is recovering, but only for some roles: TeamLeaseTeamLease says media and entertainment employment rose 2.9% in the first half of FY27, with 54% of employers hiring. OTT, gaming, VFX and ad-tech lead.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive+45.91%
Beyond Maruti, Mahindra and Tata: how Kia, Honda, Toyota and others did in September 2026Kia grew 45.9% and Honda 42.5% in September 2026 car retail, while Skoda-VW grew 13.5% and MG 13.7%. See the numbers for brands outside the top three.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Gig and delivery1,32,570
Three-wheelers in September 2026: goods autos up 63%, passenger autos up 38%, but e-rickshaws fall 13%FADA: 1,32,570 three-wheelers were sold in September 2026, up 22.25%. Goods three-wheelers jumped 63.48% while passenger e-rickshaws fell 13.35%.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Layoffs7,97,722
24,422 fewer jobs: India's top 6 IT firms shrink in a year, says XphenoTCS, Infosys, HCLTech, Wipro, Tech Mahindra and LTMindtree now employ 7.98 lakh people, about 3% fewer than a year ago. Exits outpaced hiring in 5 of 6 months.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Guides7,66,348
Hero is No. 1 but Honda leads: why auto sales numbers differ, and how to read themHero MotoCorp topped September 2026 company sales, while Honda led dealer retail. Here is the difference between dispatches, retail and registrations.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economyRs 2.04 lakh cr
GST collection hits Rs 2.04 lakh crore in September 2026, up 14.7%Gross GST collections were Rs 2.04 lakh crore in September 2026. Imports brought in 25.9% more, domestic GST grew 10.1% and refunds fell 3%.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Entertainment66.49 crore
India's OTT audience reaches 665 million in 2026, and connected TV grows 60%Ormax says 66.5 crore Indians now watch OTT, 11% more than last year. Paid subscriptions rose 16% to 17.26 crore and micro-dramas grew 50%.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive12 June 2026
Pure ethanol (E100) is now legal as a vehicle fuel in India: what it means for drivers and mechanicsNitin Gadkari said in June 2026 that rules allowing 100% ethanol as fuel were signed. Toyota, Suzuki, Hyundai and MG are expected to launch compatible vehicles.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy5.0%
Urban youth unemployment rises to 19% in September 2026, and 26.6% among young womenMoSPI's PLFS bulletin for September 2026 shows overall unemployment steady at 5.0%, but urban youth (15-29) unemployment at 19% and young urban women at 26.6%.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive4
Upcoming bikes and scooters in India: Pulsar N250, Triumph Bonneville 400, Honda XR300L and Aprilia SXR 175BikeDekho listed four two-wheelers expected soon in India: new Bajaj Pulsar N250, Triumph Bonneville 400, Honda XR300L and the Aprilia SXR 175 scooter.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy95.22
Rupee at 95.22, oil near a 15-year high: what it means for jobs and pricesThe rupee fell for a third day to 95.22 per dollar as Brent crude stayed near $115. India's oil basket averaged about $120 in October, the highest since March 2012.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive7
Seven electric cars may launch in India in November 2026, from a Rs 10 lakh Hyundai to Mahindra Thar ECarDekho lists seven expected EV launches for November 2026, including Mercedes GLC Electric, Mahindra Thar E, Hyundai HE1i and VinFast VF3. Dates are estimates.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy56.7
Business at a 4-month high (PMI 56.7), but hiring is the weakest this yearHSBC's flash PMI for October 2026 rose to 56.7 on strong orders, including export orders. But services firms stopped adding staff and overall hiring was the weakest of 2026.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
AutomotiveRs 10 lakh
Hyundai Bayon launched at Rs 10 lakh: variant prices, engine and features in simple wordsHyundai launched the Bayon compact SUV with a 1.5-litre petrol engine, six airbags and Level 2 ADAS. Prices run from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 18 lakh ex-showroom.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy$24 bn
India's auto parts exports reached $24 billion in FY26, but imports of parts were higher at $25.4 billionS&P Global reports auto component exports rose 5% to about $24 billion in FY2026, with Europe up 9%. Imports grew faster, up 13% to $25.4 billion.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive8%+
Electric cars may pass 8% of sales in FY27: what could make more Indians buy oneA Deccan Herald report says electric car penetration could double to over 8% in FY27. New launches, charging and battery-as-a-service are the reasons given.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy+27.7%
India's auto exports July-September 2026: two-wheelers up 28%, trucks up 72%, but car exports fall 5%SIAM data for Q2 FY27: two-wheeler exports 16.5 lakh (+27.7%), three-wheelers 1.6 lakh (+30.4%), commercial vehicles +72.5%, passenger vehicles down 5.2%.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive2,98,048
EV sales dipped 10% in August 2026 after July's peak: who led in two-wheelers, cars and three-wheelersIndia registered 2,98,048 EVs in August 2026, down from 3,32,274 in July. Tata held over 43% of electric cars. E-buses and goods carriers grew.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy76,906
Tractors slip month on month in September 2026 on a patchy monsoon, while construction equipment reboundsFADA: 76,906 tractors sold in September 2026, up 13.75% on last year but down 12.58% from August. Construction equipment rose 38%. Mahindra and JCB lead.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive10.14 million
India has sold over 1 crore electric vehicles since 2017, and EVs are now 11% of new vehicle sales in 2026Autocar Professional says India's cumulative EV sales passed 10.14 million by September 2026. EV sales are up 48% this year, led by electric two-wheelers.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive43-45 days
Car dealers hold 43 to 45 days of stock before the festive season: what FADA warns about October 2026FADA says car showroom stock rose to 43-45 days against a healthy 21 days. 75.57% of dealers still expect growth in October, but price rises are a worry.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive1,03,557
Trucks and buses: commercial vehicle retail up 37.6% in September 2026, heavy trucks grow fastestFADA: 1,03,557 commercial vehicles were sold in September 2026, up 37.62%. Heavy trucks grew 46.22%, the fastest. Tata Motors holds 34.70% share.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive17.90 lakh
Two-wheeler retail hits 17.90 lakh in September 2026: Honda leads, one in nine bikes sold is electricFADA: 17,90,188 two-wheelers were sold in September 2026, up 33.08%. Honda leads with 26.19% share and electric two-wheelers reached 11.58% of sales.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive8.45%
Petrol, CNG, hybrid or electric: what Indian car buyers chose in September 2026In September 2026, 41.27% of new cars ran on petrol, 23.11% on CNG or LPG, 9.44% were hybrids and 8.45% electric. EV share keeps rising, month by month.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive1,69,132
Mahindra beats Tata by just 89 cars to take second place in September 2026: top 10 carmakersMaruti led with 1.69 lakh cars. Mahindra took second place from Tata by 89 units, and Kia grew fastest in the top 10 at 45.9%. See the full ranking.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive4.27 lakh
Cars: September 2026 was the best month ever for passenger vehicle retail, with 4.27 lakh sold to buyersFADA says dealers sold 4,27,213 passenger vehicles in September 2026, up 32.1%. But it warns the jump is partly because September 2025 was weak.27 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy5.0%
PLFS August 2026: unemployment at 5.0%, rural at 4.1%, urban at 6.8%India's monthly labour survey for August 2026 shows unemployment at 5.0%, rural 4.1%, urban 6.8%, and labour force participation at 55.6%. What the numbers mean.26 October 2026 · 2 min read
India hiring1,27,080
Festive hiring 2026: 1.27 lakh openings, quick commerce leads at +18%foundit says festive white-collar openings rose 7% to 1,27,080 in 2026. Quick commerce grew 18%, e-commerce 12% and logistics 10%. Tier-2 cities are growing fastest.26 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy1 Oct 2026
Minimum wages revised from 1 October 2026 for central sphere workers: new daily ratesThe Labour Bureau raised the variable dearness allowance from 1 October 2026. See the new daily rates for construction, sweeping, loading and watch and ward work.26 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy21 Nov 2025
The 50% wage rule: how the labour code can change your basic pay, PF, gratuity and take-homeUnder the Code on Wages, if allowances are more than half of your pay the extra is counted as wages. What this means for PF, gratuity and in-hand salary.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
Technician interview: how to prepare for the practical testMany workshops test your hands, not only your answers. How to get ready.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
India hiring+2%
Why Naukri says +2% and foundit says -9%: reading hiring indexes carefullyNaukri JobSpeak showed +2% year on year for September 2026, while foundit showed -9% for white-collar hiring in June 2026. Why the numbers differ.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Scam alertStay safe
Fell for a fake job offer? What to do in the first hourStop contact, save evidence, report at cybercrime.gov.in, tell your bank and change passwords. A step-by-step list.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Skills25%
Apprenticeship under NAPS: government shares Rs 1,500 of the monthly stipendUnder the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme, the government reimburses 25% of the stipend, capped at Rs 1,500 per apprentice per month. How to apply.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
FreshersExplained
Fresher hiring by city: Bengaluru 89%, Mumbai 75%, Pune 41%In TeamLease EdTech's survey, 89% of employers in Bengaluru plan to hire freshers, against 75% in Mumbai, 71% in Chennai, 60% in Hyderabad, 49% in Delhi and 41% in Pune.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Women at workExplained
Women can work night shifts with consent and safety measures under the new labour codeKPMG notes the labour codes permit women to work at night with their consent and required safety measures. What workers and employers should check.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Tier-2 citiesExplained
Jobs outside the metros: which Tier-2 cities are named for hiring, and in which sectorsStaffing firm Taggd lists Indore, Coimbatore, Nagpur, Guwahati, Pune, Nashik, Surat, Jaipur, Lucknow, Bhubaneswar and Ahmedabad among growing job markets.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
AI and jobs64%
64% of new GCC roles need AI, data or automation skillsfoundit says 64% of new GCC roles require AI, data or automation skills, and 4-10 years of experience makes up 56% of hires.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Frontline work10 million
Logistics may add 10 million jobs by 2027, says TeamLease: the roles and what is driving growthA 2023 TeamLease projection expects India's logistics sector to add 10 million jobs by 2027, growing at 12% a year. See the roles and growth drivers.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Gig and delivery450+
How delivery platforms said they would protect riders in a heatwave: rest points, insurance and moreIn June 2024 Zomato, Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart and Flipkart announced heatwave steps for delivery staff. Here is what each said, and how riders can stay safe.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive10.1%
Auto industry salaries: projected 10.1% hike in FY26, but only 16% of employees are womenTaggd's report projects a 10.1% average salary hike in the auto sector for FY26 against 8.8% for India Inc. Women are 16% of employees in NSE-listed auto firms.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Layoffs123,000+
Tech layoffs in 2026: Oracle, Meta and Cisco cuts, and what they mean for Indian job seekersTech layoffs passed 120,000 by mid-2026. Oracle cut 21,000, Meta about 8,000, Cisco nearly 4,000. What the numbers show and how to protect your career.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy3.25% + 0.75%
ESIC in 2026: 3.25% employer and 0.75% employee, Rs 21,000 limit, benefits and a 20 November deadlineESIC rates are unchanged in 2026 and the Rs 21,000 wage limit still applies. What it covers, who must register, due dates and the transition ending 20 November 2026.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
First job at 18 to 21 with no experience: where to startEntry-level options, skills to build, and a first-month checklist.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
India hiringExplained
Which sectors are cooling? Education down 18%, hospitality 11% in Naukri's indexNaukri JobSpeak for September 2026 shows hiring dipped in education, hospitality, IT services, pharma, FMCG and healthcare, even as the overall index grew 2%.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Scam alertStay safe
Fake job offer red flags: a checklist before you share documents or moneyTen quick checks before you trust a job offer: payment requests, personal email IDs, no interview, pressure, and more.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Skills1,000
PM-SETU: 1,000 government ITIs to be upgraded, and a new Mechanic Electric Vehicle coursePM-SETU aims to upgrade 1,000 government ITIs and train 20 lakh youth over five years. A Mechanic Electric Vehicle course is among the revised ITI trades.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
FreshersExplained
Fresher hiring by sector: e-commerce and retail 93%, manufacturing 89%, logistics 53%A TeamLease EdTech survey shows e-commerce, tech start-ups and retail lead fresher hiring intent at 93%, ahead of manufacturing and FMCG.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Women at work3.69 crore
Women own about 38% of registered MSMEs: 3.69 crore unitsAn IBEF report says women-owned MSMEs number 3.69 crore, about 38% of registered units, and women's work participation rose from 22% to 38.8%.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Tier-2 cities8-12%
Why companies like Tier-2 cities: attrition of 8-12% against 18-22% in Tier 1foundit data says GCC attrition in Tier-2 cities is 8 to 12%, against 18 to 22% in Tier-1 cities. What lower attrition means for employees.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
AI and jobs1 in 3+
More than one-third of entry-level jobs now ask for AI skills: what freshers should learnA NACE survey says over one-third of entry-level jobs now need AI skills, nearly triple fall 2025. What it means for freshers and how to prepare.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Frontline workRs 24,266
What do festive jobs pay? Average monthly CTC from Rs 16,811 (stores) to Rs 24,266 (e-commerce and logistics)TeamLease data shows average monthly CTC for festive workers ranges from Rs 16,811 in organised retail stores to Rs 24,266 in e-commerce, quick commerce and logistics.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Gig and delivery1,34,705
e-Shram registrations of gig workers are uneven: Maharashtra 1.35 lakh, Lakshadweep just 4A May 2026 report notes that platform worker registrations on e-Shram range from 134,705 in Maharashtra to four in Lakshadweep. Why it matters for benefits.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive93.3%
93% of vehicle repair workers have no technical education: why a certificate can set you apartNCAER analysis of PLFS 2022-23 data says 93.3% of vehicle repair and maintenance workers have no technical education. What this means for mechanics.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy1 July 2026
EPF Scheme 2026: compliance checklist for employers, late-payment damages and withdrawal rulesThe EPF Scheme, 2026 took effect on 1 July 2026. A plain summary of employer filings, delay damages, the Rs 500 a day late fee and the new withdrawal rules.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
Searching for jobs on WhatsApp and Telegram: ten safety rulesGroups can share real leads, but also scams. Follow these rules.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
India hiring5,10,452
Global capability centres may hire over 5 lakh people in 2026, says founditfoundit projects 5,10,452 GCC hires in India in 2026 across about 2,120 centres. First-half hiring was up 11%. What GCCs are and who they hire.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Scam alertStay safe
Seven common job scams in India and how each worksFake portals, advance fees, fake agencies, work-from-home offers, overseas jobs, phishing and fake offer letters: how to recognise each.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Freshers75%
75% of employers plan to hire freshers in July-December 2026TeamLease EdTech's survey of 1,097 employers finds 75% intend to hire freshers in H2 2026, up from 73% in H1. IT demand fell to 76% from 81%.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Women at work34.4%
Women's labour force participation: 34.4% in July 2026, rural 38.8%, urban 25.3%The monthly PLFS for July 2026 shows female labour force participation at 34.4%, up from 32.7% in June. Rural and urban breakdown, and why other reports quote 40%.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Tier-2 cities15%
Tier-2 cities now make up 15% of GCC hiring, up 23% in a yearfoundit says Tier-2 cities such as Coimbatore, Jaipur, Kochi, Ahmedabad, Indore, Bhubaneswar and Visakhapatnam now account for 15% of GCC hiring.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Frontline work15-20%
Festive season 2026: temporary hiring set to rise 15-20% in retail, e-commerce and logisticsTeamLease's Festive Season Workforce Report 2026 expects seasonal hiring to grow 15 to 20% in retail, e-commerce, quick commerce, logistics and FMCG. Roles and cities.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Gig and deliveryRs 5 lakh
Gig workers and Ayushman Bharat: the Rs 5 lakh health cover announced, and what is still pendingThe government announced Ayushman Bharat health cover of Rs 5 lakh for gig workers. A 2026 report says the scheme had not yet launched. What we know so far.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive27,000
Pune auto cluster needs 27,000 new skilled workers every year, but training centres produce far fewerA BCG and ACMA estimate says Pune's auto cluster needs about 27,000 skilled workers a year, while ITIs and ASDC centres supply about 5,000 trained candidates.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economyUp to Rs 1,200
PF ceiling at Rs 25,000: good and bad for employees (take-home, savings and pension)Your take-home may fall by up to Rs 1,200 a month, but your PF savings may grow. Who gains, who loses, and what to ask HR.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
How to ask for a job referral politely, and why it helpsA short message you can send to a friend or colleague, and how to make it easy for them.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
India hiring65%
65% of Indian employers plan to hire in Oct-Dec 2026: what the ManpowerGroup survey saysManpowerGroup's Q4 2026 survey of 3,055 Indian employers: 65% plan to hire, net outlook 54%, with finance, hospitality and information sectors on top.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Tier-2 cities40.5%
Where frontline workers are hired: Tier I 40.5%, Tier II 26.5%, Tier III 33%TeamLease's festive report says Tier I cities account for 40.5% of the frontline workforce in 2026, Tier II for 26.5% and Tier III for 33%. What it means for small-town jobs.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Frontline work90 days
Delivery and gig workers: what the new Social Security rules say about the 90-day conditionIndia's Social Security (Central) Rules 2026 for gig and platform workers: 90 days with one app or 120 across apps. What is clear and what is still pending.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Gig and delivery45 days
What delivery and ride apps must do under the new Social Security rules: registration, contribution and deadlinesIndia's Social Security (Central) Rules 2026 require apps to register gig workers within 45 days and pay a contribution, either a share of turnover or 5% of payouts.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive1-2 lakh
India's EV skills gap: up to 2 lakh professionals needed by 2030, and why reskilling mattersA Taggd report estimates 1 to 2 lakh EV professionals will be needed by 2030, and only 43% of skills overlap between petrol and EV roles. What to learn.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy+Rs 1,200
PF ceiling at Rs 25,000: what it means for employers (cost, payroll and risks)Higher statutory PF contribution, payroll changes, ECR checks and CTC redesign. A plain guide to the upside and downside for employers.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
Auto sector job roles explained: technician, service advisor, sales executiveWhat people do in a car or two-wheeler showroom and workshop, in simple words.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
India hiring+2%
India hiring in September 2026: AI/ML jobs up 20%, but Delhi NCR and Mumbai slow downNaukri JobSpeak for September 2026: white-collar hiring up 2%, AI/ML roles up 20%, Hyderabad leads metros while Delhi NCR and Mumbai fall 6%.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Gig and delivery77 lakh
India's gig workforce may triple to 23.5 million by 2029-30, says NITI AayogNITI Aayog estimated 77 lakh gig workers in 2020-21 and projects 2.35 crore by 2029-30. Here is who they are, what skills they have and what is recommended.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive54,090
Which electric two-wheeler brands lead India in September 2026: TVS, Bajaj, Ather, Hero and OlaTVS led electric two-wheeler registrations in September 2026 with 54,090 units, ahead of Bajaj Auto and Ather. See the top six brands and what it means for technicians.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economyRs 25,000
EPF wage ceiling raised from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000: what changed and from whenThe government has notified Rs 25,000 as the wage ceiling for provident fund coverage, effective 17 September 2026. About 51 lakh more workers are expected to come under mandatory cover.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
ITI trades explained: fitter, electrician, mechanic, welder, and the jobs they lead toA plain-language guide to common ITI trades and the kind of work each leads to.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive3,33,571
India registered 3.33 lakh electric vehicles in September 2026: the numbers behind the EV job boomVahan data shows 3,33,571 EVs registered in September 2026. Electric two-wheelers are 11.6% of all two-wheeler registrations. See the full breakdown.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy1 year
Fixed-term employees can get gratuity after one year under the new labour codeUnder the labour codes, fixed-term employees become eligible for gratuity after one year of service. What gratuity is and how to ask for it.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
Apprenticeship, internship or job: what is the difference?A simple comparison to help you choose between learning-while-earning options.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive4,54,574
September 2026 vehicle sales: cars up 21.8%, two-wheelers up 13.5%, three-wheelers up 16%SIAM figures for September 2026: 4.54 lakh passenger vehicles, 24.63 lakh two-wheelers and 98,162 three-wheelers. A simple breakdown of the numbers.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy21 Nov 2025
The four labour codes are in force: what changes for workersIndia's four labour codes took effect on 21 November 2025. KPMG lists the changes workers should know: appointment letters, wages, overtime and more.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
CTC, in-hand, incentive, per-delivery pay: how to read a job postWhat the pay words in a job post mean, and the questions to ask before you accept.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Automotive83.88 lakh
Auto sales hit a record for July-September 2026: what it means for jobs in showrooms, workshops and factoriesSIAM says India sold 83.88 lakh vehicles in July-September 2026, up 18.2%. All four segments set Q2 records. What this means for auto jobs.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy4.5%
Rural unemployment 4.5%, urban 6.7%: why cities still struggle to give jobsJuly 2026 PLFS data shows urban unemployment at 6.7%, well above rural at 4.5%. Urban women face 8.8%. What the gap tells us.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
Five-minute test: how to check if a job post is realA quick routine to verify an employer before you apply or share documents.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
Labour and economy5.1%
India's unemployment rate fell to 5.1% in July 2026, from 5.5% in JuneThe monthly labour force survey (PLFS) for July 2026 shows unemployment at 5.1% and labour force participation at 55.4%. Rural, urban and women's numbers.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
Documents to keep ready for a new job: a simple checklistA practical list of documents employers commonly ask for, and what you should never hand over.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
GuidesSimple guide
First interview for a delivery or driver job: what they usually ask and how to answerCommon questions in delivery and driver interviews, with simple ways to answer honestly.25 October 2026 · 2 min read
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