A new study reveals age discrimination is the top DEI concern for Indian professionals, with 40% of those experiencing bias citing age as the primary factor. This pervasive issue affects all generations, hindering career progression and leading to higher turnover. Companies are urged to implement age-neutral hiring and foster intergenerational understanding to address systemic inclusivity gaps.
India's job market is set for a strong rebound with hiring intent reaching double digits. Key sectors like BFSI, manufacturing, and infrastructure will drive this growth. Companies are embracing AI for recruitment and seeking candidates with advanced tech skills. Experienced professionals and talent from Tier II cities will be in demand. Female hiring is projected to remain steady.
The report by TeamLease, GCCs in India: Cultivating Capability, Ensuring Compliance', revealed that India hosts over 1,800 GCCs, accounting for 55 per cent of the world's total, employs 1.9 million professionals and generates USD 64.6 billion in export revenue in FY25.
CAT 2025 Admit Card at iimcat.ac.in: The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode is releasing the CAT 2025 admit card today. Candidates can download their hall tickets from iimcat.ac.in. The Common Admission Test is scheduled for November 30. This exam is crucial for admission to top management programmes. The admit card contains important details like exam slot and centre.
India is gearing up to welcome over 2,400 global capability centres by the year 2030, paving the way for a substantial economic uplift. The country’s rich pool of skilled professionals combined with its cost advantages keeps multinational firms eager to invest. Even with the evolving landscape of US visa laws, companies remain steadfast in their long-term hiring visions.
The Board of Technical Education Uttar Pradesh (BTEUP) is set to release admit cards for odd semester and special back-paper examinations soon on bteup.ac.in. These exams for diploma and PG diploma courses commence on November 17, 2025. Students must log in with their enrollment number and password to download the admit card PDF, which contains crucial personal and examination details.
Hiring surged 17% across key sectors from August to October. Gig and temporary jobs saw a 25% rise. This festive hiring reflects economic confidence and a mature gig economy. Compensation also improved significantly. The trend is expected to continue through the wedding season and into March 2026. Tier II and III cities are contributing substantially to this growth.
Companies are simultaneously announcing record AI investments and widespread layoffs, often for the same organizations. While AI is cited as a driver for these cuts, many initiatives show no return on investment. Layoffs, especially large ones, can undermine innovation and employee morale, potentially hindering the very AI adoption they aim to facilitate.
XLRI's Class of 2027 achieved a remarkable summer internship placement, with an average stipend of Rs 1.6 lakh per month and a median of Rs 1.55 lakh. The highest domestic offer reached Rs 3.5 lakh per month from JP Morgan Chase. These placements across flagship programs highlight the institute's success in preparing students for leadership roles in a dynamic market.