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India has become an epicentre of innovation in digital: Graig Paglieri, global CEO of Randstad Digital
Randstad Digital's CEO, Graig Paglieri, highlights India's pivotal role in digital innovation, surpassing its wage arbitrage status. India is now Randstad Digital's second-largest talent market, experiencing significant demand in data, AI, and machine learning. Growth is seen across sectors like BFSI, life sciences, and healthcare, driven by digital transformation initiatives.
MyPragathi
July 14, 2025
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HUL gets first woman CEO, but India Inc still far from gender parity at the top
Hindustan Unilever’s appointment of Priya Nair as its first woman CEO and MD in 92 years marks a milestone, but data shows women remain largely absent in top corporate roles across India. As of July 2024, only nine of the Nifty 200 firms have women CEOs or MDs. Experts cite workplace biases, structural barriers, and societal expectations as key reasons for this persistent gender gap.
MyPragathi
July 13, 2025
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Why is Big Tech dangling millions of dollars for chosen AI engineers?
Tech companies are laying off workers, citing AI's efficiency, while simultaneously offering exorbitant sums to acquire top AI talent. This reflects a shift where uniquely human skills like curiosity, judgment, and storytelling are becoming increasingly valuable.
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PM Modi distributes over 51,000 appointment letters at 16th Rozgar Mela
Narendra Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to new government recruits via video conference. The Rozgar Mela took place at 47 locations across India. Recruits will join various ministries. The Rozgar Mela aims to prioritize employment generation. Over 10 lakh appointment letters have been issued under this initiative. Modi emphasized enhancing youth participation in building a developed India.
MyPragathi
July 12, 2025
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Festive season hiring surge: Consumer goods and e-commerce companies increase workforce by 20-25%
Indian companies are significantly increasing hiring for the festive season, anticipating a strong rebound in sales after a weak summer. E-commerce, logistics, and retail sectors are leading the hiring surge, with temporary and gig workers in high demand.
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Railway Recruitment Boards gives 9,000 jobs in first quarter, plans 50,000 for FY 2025-26
Indian Railways is actively recruiting. Railway Recruitment Boards have conducted tests for over 1.86 crore candidates. They aim to fill 55,197 vacancies. Over 9,000 appointments are already done. The board is allotting exam centers closer to home. Aadhaar-based E-KYC authentication is introduced. West Central Railway will use mAadhaar for passenger verification. This prevents unauthorized travel and ticket misuse.
MyPragathi
July 11, 2025
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Breaking the glass ceiling: Female CEOs and managing directors in India Inc
Hindustan Unilever appointed Priya Nair as its new CEO and managing director, effective August 2025, highlighting a significant step for female leadership in India. Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in top corporate roles, facing challenges in recruitment, retention, and career advancement. The article lists other prominent female CEOs and managing directors leading major Indian companies across diverse sectors.
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India, China & Japan among world’s top 10 tech markets in 2025
India has emerged as a global tech talent powerhouse in 2025, driven by rapid growth in AI, cybersecurity, and digital innovation. According to Colliers' Global Tech Markets: Top Talent Locations 2025 report, six Indian cities—including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR—rank among the Asia Pacific’s top 10 destinations for tech hiring.
MyPragathi
July 10, 2025
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India is not just a market, it’s a growth accelerator: Jennifer Richards, Aon Asia Pacific CEO
Aon sees India as a key growth market in Asia-Pacific. The company expanded its capabilities through acquisition. An Aon survey reveals Indian employees are open to job changes. Rising healthcare costs and AI adoption are workforce trends. Geopolitical issues impact talent management in India. Companies are focusing on workforce efficiency. India is a hub for global delivery centers.
MyPragathi
July 9, 2025
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Odisha govt introduces fail system at Class 5, 8 examinations
The Odisha government has reintroduced a fail system for Class 5 and 8 annual exams, effective this academic year. Amendments to the Odisha Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Rules, 2010, facilitate this change. Students who fail will receive extra instruction and a re-examination opportunity within two months.
MyPragathi
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