81 pc Indian employers aware of PM-VBRY offering cash incentives: Report

81 pc Indian employers aware of PM-VBRY offering cash incentives: Report

A TeamLease Services report shows that 81 per cent of Indian employers are aware of the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY), but awareness is uneven across sectors and company sizes, with start-ups and micro businesses showing very low familiarity. While over half of employers plan to expand hiring in the second half of FY26, only about 60 per cent of them know about the scheme 22 days ago
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Startup India marks 10 years of fostering innovation, jobs, and economic growth

India celebrates a decade of Startup India on January 16, marking ten years of transformative impact on the country's entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem. Since its launch in 2016 by the DPIIT, the initiative has grown from a policy framework into one of the world's largest startup ecosystems, supporting over two lakh recognized startups, including women-led ventures and companies from Tier-II and Tier-III cities. India now hosts more than 120 unicorns valued at over $350 billion. 27 days ago
Delivery rider assaulted, forced to squat as punishment inside Zepto store in Delhi

Delivery rider assaulted, forced to squat as punishment inside Zepto store in Delhi

A delivery rider, Rishabh Kumar, was assaulted and humiliated at a Zepto store in Delhi after allegedly misusing a product, with the incident caught on CCTV. Police have registered a case and are investigating, while the victim undergoes medical examination. The incident highlights ongoing safety and rights concerns for gig workers, amid calls for better working conditions and social security benefits. Jan 12, 2026