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Dear Reader, Warm Diwali Greetings! May this season of lights and festivities bring you immense joy. As we embrace the holiday spirit, we hope our newsletter is your go-to source for engaging reads about the ecosystem. In this issue, explore a comprehensive collection of reports and news items that delve into the trends of household giving in India, the current state of employment in the country, and the dynamics of the skilling ecosystem. Take a minute to participate in the latest 'Skillscape Quiz'. Afterward, immerse yourself in our ongoing 'Voices from the Ground' series, where a new treasure trove of ASER 2023 stories awaits. The 'Data Dive' section, drawn from the India Skills Report 2023, sheds light on women's employability. The report indicates that since 2017, women have consistently demonstrated higher employability than men. The section also delves into key skills crucial for the youth and has pinpointed sectors that hold opportunities for the future. As the festival lights shine bright, wish you happy reading! |
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ASER 2023 Echoes : Tales Across India |
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Embark on a captivating, week-long odyssey as our team ventures through the diverse landscapes of Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh. Delve into our ongoing series, where we unveil the voices and tales that pulse with the essence of ASER 2023. Join us as we explore the heart of the nation through the lens of its vibrant states, districts, and villages. |
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Data Dive: India Skills Report 2023 |
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Wheebox's India Skills Report 2023 explores India's Talent Economy 2030, unveiling insights on changing employability trends, top hiring sectors, and workforce participation. This section highlights the surge in women's employability since 2017, shaping societal norms and impacting policy and corporate growth. It also showcases vital skills and growing sectors like retail, manufacturing, healthcare, and IT, offering significant opportunities for the youth. Success in the evolving workplace hinges on continuous adaptation. |
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| | Household Giving Trends-India This report published by CSIP, Ashoka University & Kantar, shows a 14% increase in household donations, totaling INR 27,000 crores, with preferences for religious and beggary recipients. Rural-urban giving trends remained constant, while North and East India showed higher giving rates. | | |
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| | State of Working India 2023 This report by Azim Premji University highlights India's economic journey by showcasing progress in regular wage jobs, upward mobility, and reduced gender pay gap, yet youth unemployment persists. Supporting quality jobs, and promoting gender equality, should remain top priorities. | | |
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| | Indian Skilling Ecosystem According to this report published by IWWAGE, an initiative of LEAD at Krea University, PMKVY struggled to reach its 2023 target. Low female labor force participation persists, despite women desiring skills for employment. It explores these challenges, gaps, and the transition from skilling to employment. | | |
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| | The Case for Care This report, published by Value for Women, emphasizes the importance of a common language for investing in care, market segmentation and alignment, connection between investors and businesses & business development support. It highlights the need to identify the approach to investing in care. | | |
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| | Kaushal Vikas Yatra This journey commenced on 18th Sept with over 15,000 students panned over 400 cities with an aim of creating awareness on NEP 2020 and career counselling amongst students. | | |
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| | Jobs on a Platter An estimated 400,000 jobs were created in the food production and kitchen industry in 2023. This is an increase of about 20-25% since 2022. The demand is huge as good chefs are in short supply. | | |
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| | 70 hour work week Former Infosys CEO N R Narayana Murthy had recently advocated for a 70-hour work week, drawing varied reactions from across the spectrum. A 70-hour work week could raise compliance issues, is one of the arguments. | | |
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