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India's labour market shows signs of strength as employment reaches 57.4 c
Updated : 1 week ago IST
India's labour market is showing signs of strengthening with rising employment levels and improved workforce participation, including among women, according to the Finance Ministry's Monthly Economic Review for February 2026. The report noted that labour market indicators have been improving
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IMF calls for stronger fiscal push, social protection reforms to boost Chi
Updated : 3 weeks, 1 day ago IST
China's economy expanded by 5 per cent in 2025 and is projected to grow 4.5 per cent this year, 0.3 percentage points higher than the IMF's October forecast, reflecting resilience driven by "robust exports and fiscal stimulus," according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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Economic Survey 2025-26 flags labour market progress, poverty reduction an
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The survey notes that recent labour market indicators indicate improving employment conditions, driven by ongoing structural reforms. Monthly data from the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) show a largely stable labour market with seasonal variations, while quarterly averages indicate a
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Karnataka seeks GST revenue protection, more tobacco excise duty sharing f
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Karnataka government has called on the Union Government, in the forthcoming Union Budget 2026-27, to ensure revenue protection for States post-GST rationalisation, share excise duty and cess on pan masala and tobacco products, release pending Central dues under flagship schemes such as th
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Gaja Capital Business Book Prize Announces Winner of its 7th Edition - Acc
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 13: "Accelerating India's Development: A State-Led Roadmap for Effective Governance" by renowned Indian economist Karthik Muralidharan has won the Gaja Capital Business Book Prize 2025, for its rigorous and accessible blueprint to unlock India's next ph
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Social security coverage rises to 64 % from 19% in 2014; India now second-
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
India has expanded social security coverage from 19 per cent in 2014 to 64 per cent at present and now stands as the world's second-largest provider of social protection, Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Wednesday.
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Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya meets ISSA President to strengthen social
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Union Minister of Labour and Employment Mansukh Mandaviya met Prof. Mohammed Azman, President of the International Social Security Association (ISSA) and CEO of PERKESO, in New Delhi on Wednesday.
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International organisations welcome India's Labour Codes; highlight global
Updated : 3 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Prominent international organisations such as the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the International Social Security Association (ISSA) have welcomed the Government of India's announcement on November 21, 2025, to bring the four Labour Codes into effect.
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Pakistan's leadership missing in action as climate emergencies escalate
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Pakistan is lacking in integrating its climate governance and social protection systems to survive the escalating pace of climate disasters, experts cautioned during the Fifth Annual International Conference, A New Global Order, Yet Again, organised by the IBA.
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Driving the Future: Michelin's Commitment to Innovation and Sustainable Pr
Updated : 4 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Ho Chi Minh City, [Vietnam], October 17: With over 130 years of heritage, Michelin is reaffirming its leadership by transforming innovation into a powerful engine for sustainable growth and creating recognized social and environmental value for its customers. Innovation is woven into the Gro
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Modi govt's transformative achievements in social protection over past dec
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Mandaviya said, "The International Social Security Association (ISSA) was established in 1927 and is a prestigious global institution... It works with a noble purpose and every three year honours countries that have done commendable work in the field of social security. India has performe
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State of Social Protection in India 2025 Report for Social Inclusion - by
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
New Delhi [India], September 22: The Social Protection Coalition (SETU) today launched the State of Social Protection in India, 2025 - A Ground Up Report at the NCUI Auditorium, New Delhi. The Catalysts, which incubated and promoted SETU to drive strategic convergence, scale access to social
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