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Working from home is harming young employees. They’re starting to see that.
Younger employees are finding remote work hinders career growth. Research shows they receive less training and fewer advancement opportunities. This leads many to prefer office settings for mentorship and collaboration. Companies are increasingly mandating office returns, impacting younger workers' job prospects and development. The trend suggests a shift back to in-person work for career advancement.
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December 2, 2025
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White-collar hiring rebounds 23% after festive slowdown
India's white-collar job market experienced a significant rebound in November, surging 23% year-on-year, driven by strong growth in non-IT sectors. High-value roles and unicorn hiring also saw substantial increases, indicating a broad-based recovery across various industries and experience levels.
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Trading, investment platforms line up at IITs, with many pay cheques over Rs 2.5 crore
Proprietary trading firms are offering lucrative packages exceeding Rs 2.8 crore to IIT students for Amsterdam-based roles. Top IITs saw strong campus placements on Day 1, with recruiters like Amazon, Qualcomm, and Nvidia offering substantial compensation. Algorithmic trading firms and market makers are also competing with high salary packages.
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More than 20 firms banned from IIT placements after offer cancellations
India's top IITs have banned over 20 companies from this year's placement drives. These firms had previously withdrawn job offers made to students. This action disrupted career plans and affected student well-being. The ban applies to companies that rescinded offers across multiple IITs. These companies can still hire students through off-campus placements. IITs are also encouraging more start-up participation.
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Investing big in techies: Trading firms, investment platforms line up at IITs with largest pay cheques
Da Vinci Derivatives (Rs 2.5 crore-plus), NK Securities (about Rs 1.65 crore), Rubrik (Rs 1.49 crore), Glean, IMC Trading, Databricks, APT Portfolio (Rs 1 crore-plus), Atlas Research, Quadeye, Quantbox and Graviton (Rs 90 lakh to Rs 1 crore) are likely to be among the top paymasters based on the pre-placement offers (PPOs) made and those expected during the final placements. These include both international and domestic offers, according to placement cells at these institutes.
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December 1, 2025
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IIM Kozhikode programme is shaping India’s next generation of data-driven leadership
The institute’s Professional Certificate Programme in Advanced Data Analytics for Managers provides the dual capability required to interpret complex datasets and drive strategic action.
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Gender lines blur as job applications continue to outpace hiring
India's workforce is experiencing a cultural shift as women enter male-dominated sectors like law and design, while men are increasingly applying for roles in HR and beauty services. This trend signals a move towards a more gender-neutral labor market, driven by ambition and skill over traditional stereotypes. Applications are rising significantly faster than hiring, intensifying competition across industries.
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India Inc to feel weight of bulkier payslips: Rise in cost of bonus, gratuity, overtime benefits to raise cos’ salary outgo
For employees, the quantum of wage hike will however hinge on factors such as compensation structure, and years of service. Companies are also reassessing hiring models, especially balancing between contract and fixed-term employment, alongside reviewing salary structures to align with the uniform wage definition, said experts.
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November 29, 2025
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SSC confirms 8,000 MTS and Havaldar vacancies for 2025: Check category- and region-wise full breakup details here
SSC MTS, Havaldar Vacancy 2025 Eligibility, Application Process: The Staff Selection Commission has confirmed 7,948 vacancies for the 2025 MTS and Havaldar recruitment. This includes 6,810 MTS posts across two age groups and 1,138 Havaldar positions. Delhi, Maharashtra, and West Bengal show the highest number of openings, reflecting established staffing patterns.
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November 28, 2025
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Formal job creation dips 20% in October; banking sees sharpest fall, sanitation posts gains
Formal job creation in India saw a nearly 20% year-on-year decline in October, marking the second consecutive month of softening. While sectors like banking and finance experienced significant drops, cleaning and sanitation, along with community and social services, showed robust growth. Remote work opportunities also increased, particularly in IT infrastructure.
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