Labour

The rising child labour rate signals a regression: children are being diverted from education into work, simply because of economic precarity.

Those calling for reform are joined by civil society voices demanding international scrutiny. Some urge consumers abroad to avoid Burmese jade, pointing to its role in funding violence.

There is concern that the “remittance economy” model could undermine long-term development if not paired with investment in productive sectors.

The report calls for the government and industry joining hands to strengthen social protection, enforce labour laws, and support climate adaptation.

Drivers will be conscious that they are teaming up with cooperation minister Amit Shah’s pet project.

India has set an ambitious goal of raising female labour force participation to 55 per cent by 2030, marking a major step toward unlocking the country’s demographic dividend and achieving inclusive economic growth.

The NCAER survey points to stagnation in India’s labour markets, reflecting the cautious stance of employers amid policy and trade uncertainty. Over 70 per cent of firms expect no change in their hiring plans for the next six months.

The “roti crisis” in Pakistan underscores the country’s broader economic challenge – a struggle to balance social welfare with inflationary pressures in an economy...