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Updated on: Aug 2025
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Designing Dignity: How India Can Build an Inclusive Pension Future
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Designing Dignity: How India Can Build an Inclusive Pension Future

With the old-age dependency ratio projected to reach 30% by 2050, the country faces a pressing need to build a comprehensive and inclusive pension system. Despite economic growth and expanding financial services, only 12% of India’s workforce is currently covered by formal pension schemes. The rest—primarily informal and gig workers—remain outside the safety net, raising […]

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GCCs in India Face Talent Turbulence Amid Soaring Job Mobility
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GCCs in India Face Talent Turbulence Amid Soaring Job Mobility

As India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) expand in scale and complexity, talent retention has emerged as the most pressing concern, according to a new report by CIEL HR. The study, titled ‘CIEL Works: GCC – Talent Trends and Insights,’ emphasizes that 51% of GCCs in India identify talent retention as their top challenge, signaling a […]

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Corporates Hit the Panic Button as COVID-19 Surges Again!
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Corporates Hit the Panic Button as COVID-19 Surges Again!

India is experiencing a new wave of COVID-19 cases, prompting major corporations—including Big 4 consulting firms and leading tech companies—to reassess workplace policies. With rising infections, businesses are shifting back to hybrid work models, prioritizing employee well-being and operational continuity. Big 4 Firms: Adjusting to the COVID-19 Surge According to anonymous sources, the Big 4 […]

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Cognizant Bets on Freshers in 2025 to Support AI-Driven Work
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Cognizant Bets on Freshers in 2025 to Support AI-Driven Work

Cognizant, the US-based IT company, plans to bring in 20,000 fresh graduates in 2025. That’s more than twice the number it hired last year. The company wants to build a stronger mix of junior and senior staff, lower costs, and meet rising demand for AI-based software and support services. Hiring Plans for 2025 Congnizant is […]

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Top 15 Jobs That will Thrive in the Future
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Top 15 Jobs That will Thrive in the Future

As industries evolve and technology advances, certain jobs are expected to flourish in the coming decade. According to reports from Global Admissions, Alux, and The Muse, the fastest-growing jobs will be in technology, healthcare, sustainability, and finance. With automation and AI reshaping the workforce, professionals must adapt and upskill to remain competitive. SightsIn Plus recently […]

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Want High-Paying Internships? Check These 13 Tech Companies
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Want High-Paying Internships? Check These 13 Tech Companies

Internships have become a critical stepping stone for students and early-career professionals looking to break into the tech industry. In 2025, several leading technology companies have emerged as top choices for interns, offering competitive salaries, hands-on experience, and mentorship opportunities. According to Glassdoor’s annual rankings, tech firms dominate the list, with 13 companies standing out […]

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CEO Exits Hit Record High Across India Inc
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CEO Exits Hit Record High Across India Inc

India Inc is witnessing a sharp rise in CEO exits, with 141 managing directors (MDs) and chief executive officers (CEOs) resigning in FY25 across 2,590 NSE-listed companies. This marks a significant increase from 119 exits in FY24 across 2,279 companies, according to data compiled by Primeinfobase. The trend is not confined to publicly listed firms […]

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IT Sector Faces Dry Promotions, Slow Hiring, Low Raises in FY26
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IT Sector Faces Dry Promotions, Slow Hiring, Low Raises in FY26

As India’s IT sector prepares to navigate FY26, signs point to a more cautious and conservative approach to talent management. Industry experts and HR leaders across Tier-I and mid-sized IT firms suggest that dry promotions, moderate salary hikes, and measured hiring strategies will define the landscape in the financial year 2025-26. Dry Promotions: Recognition Without […]

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GCC Boom Leaves IT Behind, 1.5 Lakh New Jobs by 2026, Why?
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GCC Boom Leaves IT Behind, 1.5 Lakh New Jobs by 2026, Why?

India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are on a strong growth trajectory, with projections suggesting the workforce will hit 3 million jobs by 2030. According to HR solutions firm FirstMeridian, this expansion is set to open up nearly 400,000 job opportunities for fresh graduates over the next six years. The sector’s rapid scaling is being powered […]

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TCS, Infosys, Wipro Rebound from Historic Headcount Decline
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TCS, Infosys, Wipro Rebound from Historic Headcount Decline

After witnessing a steep decline in headcount for the first time in nearly two decades in FY24, Indian IT giants Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, and Wipro have made a notable recovery in FY25, collectively adding 13,553 employees. This comes after the trio shed around 63,759 roles in the previous fiscal amid sluggish revenue growth […]

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Why TCS Deferred FY25 Salary Hike: Better Hike Ahead?
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Why TCS Deferred FY25 Salary Hike: Better Hike Ahead?

TCS had initially announced its annual salary hike during the Q3FY25 results, with increments ranging from 4% to 8%, effective March 2025 and payments starting in April. Offsite employees were expected to receive hikes of 7-8%, while onsite employees were to see a more modest increase of 2-4%. High-performing employees were to be rewarded with […]

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64% Women are at Risk of Losing Their Jobs After Maternity Leave
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64% Women are at Risk of Losing Their Jobs After Maternity Leave

In a compelling panel discussion titled “Challenges Women Face Before and After Maternity Leave,” the multifaceted issues surrounding women’s return to the workforce post-maternity are explored. The video included insightful information shared by panel members that included SightsIn Plus Editor-In Chief Romesh Srivastava, Gauri Das, SVP and Head HR, India Factoring and Finance Solutions and […]

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