Unemployment rate in India rises to 5.5% in May 2026, driven by a slight increase in rural unemployment.

India's unemployment rate saw an increase in May, reaching 5.5%. This marks a rise from April's 5.2%. Government data indicates a slight uptick in joblessness. Both the Labour…

India's unemployment rate climbed to a high in May. Rural joblessness saw a significant rise, reaching a 12-month peak. Urban unemployment eased slightly, particularly for women.…

Unemployment rate in India rises to 5.5% in May 2026, driven by a slight increase in rural unemployment.