57 per cent of organisations say hiring speed is compromising background verification processes: ReportCompanies are sacrificing thorough background checks to speed up hiring. This trend creates significant risks for organizations. Fake crede...
24 May, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
Quick-service apps compete to woo women workers away from the informal economyQuick-service apps like Snabbit and Pronto are formalising the domestic workforce with flexible shifts and attractive monthly payouts, draw...
10 May, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
India labour market remodels itself bit by bit as agri slowly cedes ground, workforce moves onIndia's labour market is undergoing a structural transformation driven by the country's broader economic transition, a report by SBI Resear...
10 May, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
Can struggling Americans actually retire rich with TrumpIRA? The surprising numbers behind Trump’s new IRA savings pushTrumpIRA retirement savings plan is reshaping how low-income Americans think about long-term wealth. Nearly 70 million workers in the U.S. ...
09 May, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
Can Trump’s $1,000 IRA match executive order finally bring 56 million Americans without 401(k) access into retirement security? Here's who actually qualifies for this benefitUS President Donald Trump IRA Trump retirement plan executive order: Will $1000 IRA Match Transform Savings. For decades, retirement securi...
01 May, 2026, 09.03 PM IST
Labour Day 2026 theme: Why it is celebrated on May 1, what the day means, and wishes to shareMay 1 marks Labour Day, honouring workers' vital role in economies and societies. The day highlights rights, dignity, and fair treatment. D...
01 May, 2026, 08.57 AM IST
India’s demographic dividend at risk as jobs, skills gap persistIndia’s demographic advantage—with over 65% of its population under 35—faces growing pressure due to weak job creation, skill gaps and risi...
30 Apr, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
UPI underdogs seek fair play; WhatsApp tightens scam defencesSmaller UPI players will meet NPCI to curb the growth of industry leaders PhonePe, Google Pay and Paytm. This and more in today’s ETtech To...
29 Apr, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
India seeks Mythos access; Eternal's strong Q4Happy Wednesday! India is in talks with Anthropic and the US government to give homegrown companies access to Mythos. This and more in toda...
29 Apr, 2026, 07.38 AM IST
Quick commerce firms face heat as riders stay off peak hoursQuick commerce firms are facing a shortage of delivery partners due to intense heatwaves. Companies are offering extra pay to keep riders w...
29 Apr, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Inside AI-led digital storefronts; Lalit Keshre’s big ET Awards winHappy Monday! Digital platforms and brands are building their own AI storefronts. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
27 Apr, 2026, 07.41 AM IST
India’s gig economy boom must start working for the women behind itFemale gig workers face challenges like limited mobility and financial access. Initiatives providing affordable asset finance and tailored ...
15 Apr, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
Rules finalised, rollout of all 4 labour codes likely in AprilNew rules for four labour codes are ready for notification. These codes consolidate 44 laws into 29 provisions. Implementation is expected ...
30 Mar, 2026, 01.09 AM IST
Delhi Budget: Govt to set up rest stops for gig workers, welfare board soonDelhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the creation of rest facilities at Atal Canteens for gig workers, addressing their lack of saf...
24 Mar, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
Blinkit removes '10-minute delivery' claim on govt's orders; Swiggy, Zepto may follow suitBlinkit has removed its '10-minute' delivery promise across all platforms following intervention by the Union Ministry of Labour. This move...
14 Jan, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
Deepinder Goyal claims gig worker protests turned violent, shares video evidenceEternal CEO Deepinder Goyal said some protesters during the December strikes were not company delivery partners and shared videos to suppor...
02 Jan, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
In age of gig work, leaders should learn to manage the workforce effectivelyLeaders in organisations must understand the unique challenges faced by gig workers and implement processes for onboarding, training, and t...
17 Jan, 2024, 06.22 PM IST