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Workplaces find a knead for wellness amid daily grind

Indian companies are introducing new workplace initiatives to help employees manage stress and improve mental well-being. Firms such as Diageo, Tesco, Flipkart, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, and InMobi are offering services like massages, meditation zones, and counselling support while training managers to identify burnout.

MyPragathi November 9, 2025
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Ghost postings haunt job market, rise 25% yearly

Ghost job postings—ads for non-existent roles—are rising 25-30% annually, say recruiters. Companies use them to project growth, study market trends, or build talent pipelines without actual hiring intent. Common in tech, construction, and retail, only 20% of such vacancies materialise. LinkedIn claims to remove most fake or misleading listings.

MyPragathi November 8, 2025
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Manipur civil services mains to be held in Guwahati and Imphal from November 7–9

Manipur Public Service Commission is going to conduct the Combined Competitive (Main) Examination, 2022 of Manipur Public Service Commission on November 7 to 9.The examination will be held simultaneously at the Office of the APSC in Guwahati Centre in Assam and at the Imphal Centre in Manipur. Around 199 candidates will appear in Guwahati.

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Disclose policy on publishing answer keys for NEET-PG exams: SC to National Board of Examinations

The Supreme Court on Friday directed the National Board of Examinations (NBE) to clarify its policy on publishing NEET-PG answer keys. Hearing petitions demanding greater transparency, the bench asked NBE to file an affidavit outlining its stance. Petitioners argue disclosure ensures fairness, while NBE claims it risks compromising exam integrity.

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49 India employees among the Goldman Sachs’ 2025 managing directors, largest-ever class of MDs in India

Goldman Sachs has announced its largest-ever managing director promotion class in India, with 49 employees elevated to the MD position this year, a significant increase from 35 in 2023. This surge highlights the firm's substantial opportunities and growing investments in the country, with Bengaluru leading the promotions as a key global technology hub.

MyPragathi November 7, 2025
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Seven in 10 Indian workers now turn to AI to validate ideas, solve problems: Survey

Artificial intelligence has become the primary driver of workplace priorities in India, surpassing pay and burnout. A significant majority of workers now utilize AI for idea validation, problem-solving, and career planning, treating it as a trusted collaborator. This shift, alongside evolving employee behaviors like skill nomadism and micro-retirements, signals a transformative era for the Indian workplace.

MyPragathi November 6, 2025
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Young Indians using credit for upskilling, career growth: Survey

A growing number of young Indians are harnessing credit as a means to elevate their personal and professional journeys. Recent insights indicate that many are channeling their finances into skill acquisition, career enhancement, and educational pursuits.

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Gen Z prioritising pay, flexibility, purpose over traditional long-term jobs: Report

Indian young professionals are reshaping workplace expectations. They seek better pay, flexible hours, and work-life balance. Financial security is important, but so is autonomy and alignment with personal values. Companies must adapt talent strategies to attract and retain this generation. Gen Z embraces AI for problem-solving but worries about its job impact. Growth and balance are key motivators.

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Indian GenZ prioritising pay, flexibility, purpose over traditional long-term jobs: Survey

Indian GenZ is redefining workplace priorities, valuing pay, flexibility, and purpose over traditional long-term employment. They seek blended career paths, balancing stability with entrepreneurial freedom, and are motivated by better pay and flexible hours. Organizations must adapt by investing in growth, fostering inclusive cultures, and offering flexible policies to attract and retain this ambitious generation.

MyPragathi November 5, 2025
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IIM-A achieves full summer placement for management students graduating in 2027

IIM Ahmedabad has successfully completed summer placements for its PGP class of 2027. The institute achieved 100% placement. Several prominent companies, including Hero MotoCorp, SKF India, and Apple, participated as first-time recruiters. The placement process saw a wide range of opportunities across 14 diverse cohorts, with firms joining both online and offline.

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