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Tredence to Add 1,800 AI Experts in Hyderabad by 2027
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Tredence to Add 1,800 AI Experts in Hyderabad by 2027

Data science and AI solutions leader Tredence has announced a major expansion of its India operations with the launch of a new AI innovation center in Nanakramguda, Hyderabad. Officially unveiled during BioAsia 2026, the 20,000-square-foot facility marks a strategic ₹300 crore investment by the U.S.-based firm. This expansion aims to transform Hyderabad into a central […]

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Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani Predicts 170 Million New AI Jobs
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Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani Predicts 170 Million New AI Jobs

In a significant forecast for the global technology landscape, Infosys Co-founder and Chairman Nandan Nilekani declared that Artificial Intelligence is “rewriting the grammar of software development.” Speaking at the company’s Investor AI Day 2026 on February 17, Nandan emphasized that traditional coding will no longer be the central goal for tech professionals, signaling a “root-and-branch” overhaul of […]

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Freshers Alert: 73% of Indian Employers Planning to Hire in Early 2026
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Freshers Alert: 73% of Indian Employers Planning to Hire in Early 2026

Nearly 73% of Indian employers intend to hire freshers during the first half of 2026 (January–June), according to the latest TeamLease EdTech Career Outlook Report. This represents a 3% increase over the previous half-year, signaling a steady rebound in entry-level demand across the country. Retail and Tech Lead the Surge in Freshers Hiring The report highlights […]

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PM Modi Urges Investment in Data Centres to Drive Economic Growth and Skills
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PM Modi Urges Investment in Data Centres to Drive Economic Growth and Skills

PM Modi has highlighted the data centre sector as a critical pillar for India’s economic future, describing it as a “massive job creator.” Speaking at recent industry forums, the Prime Minister emphasized that as India transitions into a fully digital economy, the infrastructure required to store and process data will generate hundreds of thousands of […]

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GCCs to Hire Up to 1.4 Lakh Professionals This Year
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GCCs to Hire Up to 1.4 Lakh Professionals This Year

India’s Global Capability Centers (GCCs) are poised for an explosive year of growth, with industry projections indicating the addition of 1.2 to 1.4 lakh new professionals to their payrolls in 2026. This surge marks a significant shift as multinational corporations increasingly move beyond back-office functions to establish high-value “centers of excellence” in Indian tech hubs. […]

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AI Boosts Output, Not Layoffs: New ICRIER-OpenAI Study Defends India’s IT Jobs
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AI Boosts Output, Not Layoffs: New ICRIER-OpenAI Study Defends India’s IT Jobs

A new landmark study released on February 14, 2026, by the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) and supported by OpenAI, suggests that India’s IT sector is successfully navigating the Generative AI (GenAI) transition. Contrary to global fears of mass layoffs, the report titled “AI and Jobs: This Time Is No Different” […]

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IndiGo Hiring 1,000 Pilots After Record Cancellations
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IndiGo Hiring 1,000 Pilots After Record Cancellations

IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has launched one of the most significant recruitment drives in Indian aviation history, aiming to hire over 1,000 pilots. This strategic move comes as the carrier seeks to fortify its operations following a massive operational meltdown in late 2025 and to support its aggressive fleet expansion. IndiGo Addressing the December Crisis The […]

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Rolls-Royce is Doubling its India Workforce With 10,000 Jobs
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Rolls-Royce is Doubling its India Workforce With 10,000 Jobs

Rolls-Royce has unveiled a transformative roadmap for its Indian operations, aiming to more than double its local workforce to approximately 10,000 people. This strategic pivot, announced by CEO Tufan Erginbilgic following a high-level meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 11, 2026, seeks to establish India as the company’s third “home market” outside the […]

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IBM is Hiring Entry-Level Workers While Others Cut Back
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IBM is Hiring Entry-Level Workers While Others Cut Back

While many tech giants are tightening their belts in the face of artificial intelligence, IBM is doubling down on a contrarian talent strategy. The company is aggressively hiring entry-level professionals, betting that a fresh generation of “AI-native” workers will accelerate its transition into a leading AI and hybrid cloud entity. The Skills-First Revolution Central to […]

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Vedanta Targets 50% Female Hiring for India’s Energy Transition
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Vedanta Targets 50% Female Hiring for India’s Energy Transition

On the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Vedanta Limited has announced a bold new hiring mandate. The natural resources conglomerate aims to have women comprise over 50% of its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) recruitment starting this year. This initiative marks a historic shift for India’s metals, mining, […]

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450 High-Tech Engineering Jobs by Thales in India for 2026
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450 High-Tech Engineering Jobs by Thales in India for 2026

Thales, the French global leader in advanced technologies, has announced a major talent acquisition drive in India for 2026. The company plans to recruit 450 specialized professionals to bolster its engineering and digital capabilities. This move underscores India’s growing importance as a strategic hub for Thales’ global operations, particularly in the defense, aerospace, and cybersecurity […]

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Labor Codes: Job Postings in Smaller Indian Cities Are Up 56%
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Labor Codes: Job Postings in Smaller Indian Cities Are Up 56%

In a significant shift for India’s employment landscape, the phased implementation of new labor codes has triggered a hiring surge in smaller urban centers. According to a comprehensive market report, job postings in Tier III and Tier IV cities have skyrocketed by up to 56% as companies leverage the simplified compliance and flexible operational frameworks […]

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