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Finding top talent: Hospitality sector demand seen at 600-1,000 GMs in five years
Industry insiders said rapid expansion by hotel chains over the next five years is likely to create demand for 600-1,000 new general managers, or heads of hotels. Dilip Puri, founder and chairman of the Indian School of Hospitality, refers to it as the GM conundrum.
MyPragathi
June 6, 2025
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White-collar hiring shows strong momentum, led by consumer electronics sector
White-collar hiring in India remains strong, with steady MoM and notable YoY growth, led by sectors like consumer electronics (70% YoY) and logistics. Senior roles saw a 36% rise, with Mumbai topping city-wise growth. Diversity hiring surged 53% in two years, with women now forming 68% of such hires. Tier-2 cities are catching up, and demand stays high across experience levels.
MyPragathi
June 5, 2025
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Salaries rebound at top campuses: MBA, BTech offers up after 2024 slump
After a stagnant 2024, campus hiring is showing signs of recovery with rising salary offers, particularly for MBAs and BTech graduates. The Deloitte report indicates median salaries are expected to increase, driven by pent-up demand and skill-based recruitment. Sectors like private equity and renewable energy are fueling this growth, with variable pay becoming a standard feature in compensation packages.
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Engineers at frontlines of AI are least optimistic about it, shows report
Despite engineers driving AI adoption in India, they express anxiety about its impact on their careers, contrasting with the optimism of MBA and B Com graduates. The rise in job switching is fueled by technological disruption, competition, and unmet salary expectations.
MyPragathi
June 4, 2025
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India’s job market sees high mobility, many seeking new roles: Report
A Michael Page report reveals high job mobility in India, with 62% of professionals negotiating raises and 37% succeeding. Professionals prioritize purpose, ethics, and flexibility, driving proactive career management. While GenAI adoption is high, only 31% feel prepared, highlighting the need for structured training and clear communication from employers to retain talent.
MyPragathi
June 3, 2025
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India’s green sector to add 7.29 million jobs by FY28: NLB Services
India's green sector is poised for substantial growth, projecting 7.29 million jobs by FY28 and 35 million by 2047, driven by investments in renewable energy, EVs, and sustainable practices. While metros lead, tier II and III cities will host a significant portion of these jobs.
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India Inc, adopt AI without abandoning humanity
India faces a critical juncture with AI's rapid integration, balancing economic growth and potential job displacement. HR leaders must champion responsible AI adoption, focusing on human skills like judgment and empathy alongside technological advancements. Prioritising reskilling, ethical AI usage, and corporate-academia partnerships is crucial to harness India's demographic dividend and build a human-centric future.
MyPragathi
June 2, 2025
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Sahaj ties up with Techno India to skill 1 lakh rural youth
Sahaj Retail Ltd and Techno India Group have partnered to launch a blue-collar skilling initiative, aiming to train one lakh youth in rural and semi-urban areas across five states. The program, titled Sahaj-Techno Blue Collar Jobs, will focus on providing vocational skills aligned with industry needs, targeting unemployed, underemployed, and school dropout populations with affordable training and placement opportunities.
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54378 candidates qualify in JEE (Advanced) 2025; Rajit Gupta and Devdutta Majhi are male and female toppers
In JEE (Advanced) 2025, 54378 candidates qualified, with Rajit Gupta topping the CRL. Devdutta Majhi secured the top rank among female candidates. IIT Hyderabad zone has the highest number of qualified candidates, while IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi zones lead in top 100 ranks. IIT Kanpur conducted the examination.
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AI/ML hiring powers ahead as demand for senior talent grows: Naukri JobSpeak Report
In May, the job landscape for white-collar professionals in India remained steady. The Naukri JobSpeak Index indicated a modest uptick, signaling positive trends. Roles in AI and machine learning surged, particularly in urban centers like Delhi NCR and Chennai. There was a strong demand for experienced professionals, especially within the oil and gas and real estate sectors.
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