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From finance to leadership: How technology is shaping smarter decisions
Artificial intelligence is transforming finance and leadership. AI tools now help analyse risks, detect fraud, and automate tasks. Leaders must combine technology insights with human values for effective decision-making. New programmes are available to build these essential skills for a data-driven future. Organisations that blend intelligent decisions with thoughtful leadership will gain a competitive edge.
MyPragathi
June 10, 2026
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Why tomorrow’s finance leaders must think beyond spreadsheets
Finance leadership is shifting from historical accuracy to navigating future uncertainty, with AI becoming crucial for decision-making. Organizations are increasingly relying on AI for forecasting and risk analysis, but true advantage lies in leadership's ability to interpret and apply this intelligence. Targeted upskilling is essential for finance leaders to confidently lead in an AI-powered environment.
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AI anxiety, increased benefit costs, inadequate cyber threat literacy among India’s top workplace challenges: Report
A new report reveals that increased health costs, AI adoption barriers, regulatory shifts, and poor cyber threat literacy are top HR and risk concerns. Driven by AI and talent shortages, organizations face workforce vulnerabilities impacting resilience. India specifically highlights AI mindset barriers and inadequate cyber literacy as key people risks.
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Flexi-staffing industry in India sees 8% YoY growth in new employment in 2025-26: ISF report
The push for formal employment, strongly supported by the staffing industry, has been instrumental in bringing more workers into structured flexi roles, thereby boosting reported employment figures and aligning with the industry’s commitment to providing formal opportunities, especially for first-time job seekers and freshers, the report said.
MyPragathi
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EV, FinTech jobs set to deliver biggest raises
Indian employees can anticipate salary increments of 8.6% to 10.2% in FY2026-27, with EV infrastructure, fintech, and healthcare sectors leading the hikes. Electrical engineers are projected for the highest increases at 11.2%. Geopolitical tensions and inflation could temper these projections, leading to cautious budgeting by businesses.
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Punjab government abolishes date-of-birth based tie-breaker in board exams
The Punjab government has abolished the date-of-birth-based tie-breaker system in board exams to ensure fair ranking for all high-scoring students. Education Minister Harjot Bains also announced a shift toward competency-based testing and stricter measures to prevent exam malpractice.
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Geopolitical shifts to boost indigenous tech, five-fold jump in job creation in defence sector: Survey
India's defence sector is set for major growth. Indigenous technology adoption will surge, reaching USD 36.45 billion in three years. This will create five times more jobs in defence technology. Experts predict a significant expansion of the nation's defence-tech workforce. These developments are driven by global shifts and security needs.
MyPragathi
June 9, 2026
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India Inc to dole out salary hikes of up to 10.2 pc across industries in FY27: Report
Corporate India anticipates salary increments between 8.6% and 10.2% this financial year, driven by demand for skilled talent in high-growth sectors like EV and FinTech. Emerging cities are also strengthening their position in the talent economy, while select roles and specific cities are projected to lead these salary hikes.
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Jobs outlook may cool down in Sept quarter amid economic woes
India's employment outlook is set to soften in July-September 2026, with 59% of employers anticipating hiring increases, down from 74% in the previous quarter. Despite this moderation, India's hiring sentiment remains the strongest globally, driven by manufacturing, services, and global capability centers, though employers are becoming more selective due to economic and geopolitical challenges.
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Over 1.6 lakh candidates applied for post-result services: CBSE
The Central Board of Secondary Education has confirmed its post-result services portal operated smoothly. Over 1.6 lakh students submitted requests for more than 3.8 lakh answer books. The board addressed concerns about a 'Roll Number Not Found' message, explaining it appeared for candidates who did not apply for photocopies first. Cybersecurity teams monitored the system throughout.
MyPragathi
June 8, 2026
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