Current Affairs - Economy - Discussion

India’s overall unemployment rate for individuals aged 15 and above stood at 4.8% in December 2025, slightly higher than November’s 4.7%. While rural unemployment remained steady at 3.9% and urban female joblessness decreased to 9.1%, the overall rate reflects the aggregate of rural and urban employment trends. The Labour Force Participation Rate increased to 56.1%, and the Worker Population Ratio reached a yearly high of 53.4%, indicating a marginal improvement in workforce engagement. These figures provide insights into employment dynamics, highlighting both stability and gradual changes in the Indian labour market.