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Slams PDP over brownie points on outsourcing issue Srinagar, June 26: J&K Peoples Conference president and MLA Handwara Sajad Lone on Friday said that the outsourcing of government jobs poses a far greater threat to employment in Jammu and Kashmir than backdoor appointments, accusing the National Conference (NC) government of converting public sector posts into privately managed positions. Lone said the ongoing debate over employment practices was being distorted for political gains, cautioning that mischaracterising outsourcing as backdoor appointments undermines the seriousness of the issue affecting thousands of young job-seekers. These are not backdoor appointments. These are outsourced government jobs, and the distinction is extremely important, he said, adding that the government itself had confirmed in the Assembly that around 25,000 posts had been outsourced. He described outsourcing as a systematic privatisation of public employment, arguing that it creates a structure where private agencies and the ruling establishment benefit at the cost of job security for ordinary youth. He warned that such a system makes employment unstable, with future governments free to change outsourcing agencies, leaving workers vulnerable. Lone also referred to the outsourcing of posts under Mission Vatsalya (formerly ICPS), saying he had originally helped establish the child protection framework during his tenure as Social Welfare Minister, including district-level protection mechanisms. He said that after 2019, the then administration had attempted to outsource ICPS appointments and terminate contractual workers, a move he had opposed. While court intervention stayed parts of the decision, he said several recruitments remained unresolved. Expressing disappointment, Lone said he had expected the elected government to reverse these decisions, but instead it had proceeded with outsourcing remaining ICPS posts. He criticised the governments responses in the Assembly as arrogant and evasive. Referring to the NCs poll promises, Lone said the party had pledged to create one lakh government jobs but had instead converted thousands of government posts into outsourced positions. He said he would soon release a detailed case study on the issue. He also urged the PDP not to confuse outsourcing with backdoor appointments for political convenience, saying such misrepresentation allows the NC to escape accountability.
Tells PDP Their Brownie Point Rush Is Killing a Serious Issue; Asks Them to Contact Him on Understanding Outsourcing Srinagar, June 26: J&K Peoples Conference President and MLA Handwara Sajad Lone on Friday drew a sharp distinction between outsourcing and backdoor appointments, calling the NC government's conversion of public sector jobs into privately outsourced positions a far graver crime against the youth of Jammu and Kashmir, while simultaneously cautioning the PDP against muddying the waters for the sake of political point-scoring. Lone said he had anticipated that the outsourcing controversy would eventually descend into a blame game between the two parties, and warned that mislabeling the issue does a disservice to the thousands of young people affected by it. These are not backdoor appointments. These are outsourced appointments of government jobs, and that distinction matters enormously, he said, adding that when he raised the question in the Assembly, the government itself confirmed that 25,000 jobs had been outsourced. The Peoples Conference president argued that outsourcing of government jobs represents a far graver threat than backdoor appointments, describing it as the systematic privatisation of public employment. He said the practice introduces a fundamentally corrupt model in which outsourcing companies and the ruling class collude at the expense of ordinary job-seekers, rendering what should be secure government positions into precarious, temporary engagements that can be terminated at will. Every new government will bring a new outsourcing agency, he warned, and those employed under this system will pay the price. Lone drew particular attention to the outsourcing of jobs under Mission Vatsalya formerly known as the Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS) a cause he said was deeply personal. He recalled that during his tenure as Social Welfare Minister, he had spearheaded the implementation of ICPS in Jammu and Kashmir, establishing for the first time a formal child protection regime in the region, complete with district-level child protection committees designed to shield children from sexual abuse, juvenile detention, and other threats. He said that following 2019, the Lieutenant Governor's administration had attempted to outsource appointments within ICPS and move to terminate existing contractual employees, a decision he had publicly opposed at the time. Employees had approached the courts and obtained a stay order, but the remaining recruitments were left pending. Lone expressed that he had hoped the return of an elected government would reverse this course, only to find that the current NC administration had proceeded to outsource the remaining ICPS posts. To my horror, this elected government has proven to be as malafide in its intentions toward these employees as the post-2019 regime was, he said, adding that government responses to his repeated Assembly questions on the matter were marked by arrogance. Turning to the NC's electoral promises, Lone reminded the party that it had pledged in its manifesto to create one lakh new government jobs. Instead of creating 100,000 government jobs, they have so far converted 25,000 government jobs into private jobs, he said, announcing that he would shortly release a detailed case study with dates establishing the NC government's culpability in what he termed the outsourcing crime. Addressing his colleagues in the PDP directly, Lone urged them not to allow the NC to escape accountability by conflating two distinct issues. Don't allow NC to walk away with murder by calling outsourcing backdoor appointments, he said, appealing to the party to engage with the substance of the issue rather than seek political brownie points. He offered to assist PDP leaders in understanding the nuances of the matter, while making clear that the real victims in this episode are the thousands of young people now employed at the mercy of private outsourcing firms with no security of tenure.
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Despite three failed NEET attempts and no JEE rank, Sanjay B forged a successful career in data science. He transitioned from healthcare studies to IIT Madras's BS in Data Science and Applications, learning to code from scratch. His journey, marked by diverse banking roles and practical projects like GoodWill AI, led him to an Associate Data Scientist position at Syngenta, proving setbacks can fuel extraordinary achievements.
Hypocracy: CM Omar hits back at Mehbooba Mufti on backdoor jobs remark
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday strongly refuted allegations by PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti regarding 25,000 alleged irregular appointments, accusing her party of hypocrisy and citing past instances of backdoor recruitments during previous regimes. Speaking with reporters in Zadibal, CM Omar,, invoked a Hindi saying ulta chor kotwal ko daante []
South Korea's Ex-First Lady Jailed For 7 Years In Jobs-For-Gifts Case
Kim Keon Hee was found guilty of accepting high-value precious metals in exchange for favours in personnel appointments, according to the livestreamed ruling.
Uday Kiran Kandagatla, a learner in the IIT Madras BS Degree Programme, has joined Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) as a Systems Engineer (Prime). He credits his training in Python, Data Science, Machine Learning, and Computational Thinking for building strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Hands-on projects like Business Data Management and Machine Learning helped him apply concepts to real-world problems, improving communication and teamwork. His journey highlights the importance of practical learning for industry readiness employability.
Over 50 Employers To Attend Fair Offering 5,000 Jobs
The announcement was made by V.S. Arvind at a press conference held at KITS on Thursday. Thoutam Ramu and Komal Reddy were present.
Recruitment drive set to kickstart in Karnataka with number of jobs enhanced to 72,186
Public recruitment in Karnataka had been stalled since 2023 as a series of litigation over the reservation matters hit the processs
2 brothers land police jobs via ESM quota meant for 1, booked
Skill and Employment Fair in Bhagalpur Selects 227 Youths for Jobs
Bhagalpur, June 25: A skill and employment fair was organized on Thursday in Barari under the Prime Ministers Scheduled Caste Abhyudaya Scheme. Hundreds of youths from the Scheduled Caste community participated, with 227 candidates selected provisionally for jobs by various private companies. Additionally, 270 youths registered for skill training. The event was inaugurated with a ... Read more Skill and Employment Fair in Bhagalpur Selects 227 Youths for Jobs
He left IT for career in wellness; hiring data shows why that move may have paid off
A significant shift is underway in India's job market, with traditional IT roles seeing a dip in demand while sectors like wellness, sports, and personal care experience robust growth. Job postings in beauty and wellness surged over 36%, sports roles by over 41%, and home health services by more than 34%.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announces $48 Bn investment in India, says 3.8 million jobs will be created
Beyond Tech: Exploring How SAP Skills are Relevant in Every Career Path
Ask a university student who SAP is for, and the answer is usually “ software engineers .” In reality, SAP supports supply chains, human resources, finance, customer experience, and more, making it relevant to students from diverse academic backgrounds. SAP Learning Hub, Student Edition SAP is now offering free access to SAP Learning Hub, student edition in India. The initiative enables students to understand how digital systems support modern businesses, and importantly, earn certifications in enterprise technologies. An MBA graduate looking at consulting, a commerce student interested in financial analysis, or an HR aspirant working on talent management may all encounter SAP in their careers, even if they never have to write a single line of code. Organizations rely on integrated platforms to manage functions. When a retailer restocks their shelves, a manufacturer tracks production, or an HR team onboards a new employee, enterprise technologies work behind the scenes to keep those processes running smoothly. As artificial intelligence and automation become more deeply embedded in these processes, professionals with digital skills become even more sought after. “ Career paths are becoming increasingly interconnected. Finance teams work with technology, HR relies on digital platforms, and supply chains are driven by data. Early exposure to enterprise platforms helps students understand how these functions come together, regardless of the career path they choose ,” said Tine Vandenbreeden, Global VP SIX Partner Solution Enablement, SAP . SAP Learning Hub, student edition was designed to help students explore these intersections through guided learning experiences. The platform includes SAP Learning Journeys aligned to professional roles, helping students connect classroom knowledge to corporate functions. What can students expect from the whole experience? Join expert-led sessions. Access real SAP practice systems. Interact with a learner community. And prepare for SAP Certifications, becoming more familiar with technologies used by global organizations. For students, this is an opportunity to see how technology systems support daily operations long before their first day at work. By making SAP Learning Hub, student edition available at no cost, SAP hopes to help learners make more informed career choices and step into the workforce with greater confidence. www.learning.sap.com/free-student-edition .
As education and jobs vanish, Afghan women turn to entrepreneurship to survive
Female labour-force participation has fallen to around 5%, while womens university enrolment has dropped from nearly 55,000 students in 2019 to zero
Gen Z In UK Are Earning More Than Millennials In Early Stages Of Career
The career prospects of Generation Z have become a political concern after youth unemployment rose to its highest in over a decade, with more than a million 16 to 24-year-olds not in education, employment or training.
Geeta Kapoor Reflects on the Evolution of Dance Careers Since the 90s
Mumbai, June 25: Choreographer and television personality Geeta Kapoor reminisced about her early days as a dancer in Bollywood during the early 90s, a time when pursuing a career in dance was not considered a viable option. In a recent interview, Geeta noted that the perception of dance has significantly changed over the years. It ... Read more Geeta Kapoor Reflects on the Evolution of Dance Careers Since the 90s
Fake govt official offers jobs for money, held
