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The Indian job market is on the rise, with a 22% surge in job postings over the past year, according to CIEL HR. Start-ups are planning to increase hiring, signaling optimism despite previous challenges. A report by IANS reveals that approximately 65% of Indian start-ups are gearing up to expand their workforce in the coming six months. This analysis, based on 1,30,896 employees across 70 start-ups, highlights a shift from last year’s challenges stemming from economic uncertainty and cautious investor sentiment, which led to decreased funding and hiring activities within the start-up ecosystem. Software development and sales roles are in demand. Many start-up employees are open to transitioning to established firms due to concerns about job security and the promise of better pay.

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On January 1, 1962, Western Samoa achieved independence. To prevent the special celebration from coinciding with New Year’s Day, Independence Day is celebrated on June 1. This day holds immense national pride and is marked by official ceremonies, cultural showcases, and patriotic fervour. Festivities include government parades and flag-raising in Apia, alongside church services of thanksgiving. Villages come alive with traditional songs, dance performances, and sports tournaments. Families gather to feast on local delicacies like palusami and oka. As the day concludes, concerts by local artists fill the air with music, culminating in dazzling fireworks displays lighting up the night sky.

Chennai-based start-up Agnikul Cosmos achieved a milestone with successfully launching its indigenously built rocket from Sriharikota’s first private launchpad. The rocket, powered by a 3D-printed semi-cryogenic engine, demonstrated critical components for future orbital missions. Agnikul aims to conduct orbital flights and collaborate with private customers following this successful test.

The launch underscores the growing presence of space-tech start-ups in India since the government’s decision to open the space sector for private participation, with over a hundred such start-ups emerging across the country.

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