8th Pay Commission for defence employees: Rs 69,000 minimum pay and massive cadre restructuring; what defence employee body wants from 8th CPCThe All India Defence Employees Federation (AIDEF) has submitted a memorandum to the 8th Pay Commission, demanding a Rs 69,000 minimum pay ...
08 May, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Benjamin Franklin: 'Life's tragedy is that we get old…'—Inspiring quotes by the Founding Father of the United StatesQuote of the Day: Benjamin Franklin's timeless wisdom resonates today. His quote, 'Life's tragedy is that we get old too soon and wise too ...
05 May, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
MSME apprenticeships set for boost as India drafts roadmapIndia is embarking on an innovative strategy to enhance apprenticeship programs tailored for micro, small, and medium enterprises. Focused ...
04 May, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
Quote of the day by Ernest Hemingway: 'You can wipe out your opponents. But if you do it unjustly you become eligible for...' - lessons on fairness, ethics, integrity and karma by the Pulitzer-winning author of The Old Man and the SeaQuote of the day by Ernest Hemingway: His words offer a lesson on justice and integrity. He stated that unjust victories can lead to person...
20 Apr, 2026, 10.06 PM IST
Quote of the day by Mark Twain: ‘Worrying is like paying a debt you don't owe’ A gentle rebuke to anxiety and timeless wisdom on letting go of worryQuote of the day: In a world where stress often feels unavoidable, Mark Twain’s words remind us that not all burdens are real. Some are sel...
16 Apr, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Quote of the day by Calvin Klein: 'You don't only worry about the people who hate or resent you, in a way, you're more worried about...' - lessons on love, responsibility and human behaviour by Coty Award-winning fashion designer and founder of Calvin Klein brandQuote of the day by Calvin Klein: Fashion icon Calvin Klein's quote explores the deeper anxieties of love. He suggests we worry more about ...
08 Apr, 2026, 02.20 AM IST
Enrollments under NAPS up 50% in 2025-26Official data seen by ET shows registration of apprentices under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) stood at an all time h...
05 Apr, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
Jan Vishwas 2.0 Bill introduced in LS, seeks to decriminalise 288 provisionsThe government introduced a bill in Lok Sabha. It aims to decriminalise 288 minor offences. The goal is to improve business and ease living...
18 Aug, 2025, 11.24 PM IST
Amendments to the Apprentices Act, 1961 to be finalised soon, says MoS Chandrasekhar“The government is currently in the process of consultations with various stakeholders for improving the apprenticeship processes, guidelin...
09 Feb, 2022, 04.43 PM IST
Demand of apprentices for appointment in railways without undergoing due recruitment process not acceptable, says Railway MinistryIndian Railways has been providing training to applicants in designated trades under the provisions of the Apprentices Act since August 196...
30 Jan, 2022, 02.32 PM IST
Skills Ministry looks to widen the scope of apprenticeshipsCurrently, apprentices are allowed largely in the manufacturing sector. The definition of establishment needs to be changed to include any ...
24 Jun, 2021, 08.43 AM IST
Ministry of skill development seeks suggestion to amend Apprenticeship ActThe Apprentices Act, 1961 was enacted with the objective of regulating the program of training of apprentices in the industry by utilizing ...
28 Oct, 2020, 01.43 PM IST
Regular appointments of trained apprentices without open competition is against govt rules: RailwaysAll eligible citizens of the country are entitled to compete and apply for the regular jobs. Direct recruitment without any open competitio...
22 Oct, 2020, 08.48 PM IST
Labour Ministry sets stage for rollout of Apprenticeship rulesLabour ministry has sought public comments on draft rules required to implement the recently amended Apprentices Act, 1961.
14 Feb, 2015, 01.54 AM IST
Rajya Sabha passes bill to amend Apprentices ActThe Bill was passed by voice vote with a majority of speakers favouring the legislation, saying it is aimed at enhancing the skills of yout...
26 Nov, 2014, 11.04 PM IST
Labour Laws amendment bill likely in Rajya Sabha tomorrowThe Cabinet had cleared amendments to the Factories Act, the Apprentices Act and the Labour Laws Act to make them more compatible for labou...
06 Aug, 2014, 10.50 PM IST
- Apprentices Act of 1961 to be amended to make youth ready for changing market
The Apprentices Act of 1961 will be amended to fix the apprenticeship training scheme (ATS) that has been a failure because of to rigid nor...
30 Jun, 2010, 02.45 AM IST