November

Reports point out to a slowdown in India's employment outlook.
 
New analysis highlights how employment has been on a downward spiral after starting off well in 2016. The situation is signaling worrying signs for the country. And large numbers of people are still unemployed.
 
According to the International Labour Organization, the number of unemployed in India is expected to increase by 1 lakh in 2017, and an additional 2 lakh in 2018. Yet, a recent report in the Indian Express noted that less than one tenth of the 30.67 lakh youth who had received or were undergoing training under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) have obtained job placement offers. Whether it is because they aren 't employable enough, or it is simply a case of not enough jobs in the market - the issue requires immediate attention.

Umair Hamid was sentenced to 21 months in prison for his role in an international diploma mill scheme operated through the Pakistani company Axact.

Hamid pled guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud. According to documents in the case, Hamid helped run a massive diploma mill through his employer, Axact, a leading information technology provider. Hamid and his co-conspirators allegedly deceived individuals across the world, including the United States, into enrolling in supposed high schools, colleges, and universities.

Consumers paid upfront fees, believing that in return they would be enrolled in educational courses and eventually, receive legitimate degrees. Instead, consumers allegedly received no instruction and worthless diplomas. Hamid served most recently as Axact's Assistant Vice President of International Relations.

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) not only redefines the scope of European Union (EU) data, but it also forces organizations worldwide to ensure compliance.

Effective in May, the GDPR adds another level of intricacy to the issue of critical information asset management and aims to establish the same data protection level for all EU residents. Government-appointed bodies have been established in most counties that have powers to inspect, enforce and penalize the processing of personal data.

It is advisable for organizations to complete GDPR regulations before the deadline in order to allow time for requesting and responding to third-party assurances.