Sahiba Sharma

Sahiba Sharma, Senior Editor - Content at SightsIn Plus

Gujarat Labor Law Reform: Women Now Cleared for Night Shifts in Shops
Labour Law

Gujarat Labor Law Reform: Women Now Cleared for Night Shifts in Shops

In a landmark move to modernize labor laws and boost economic activity, the Gujarat Legislative Assembly has passed the Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) (Amendment) Bill, 2026. The legislation introduces sweeping changes to workplace regulations, most notably allowing women to work night shifts and extending daily operational hours for […]

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TCS to Build World’s Largest AI-Focused Data Centre
Industry

TCS to Build World’s Largest AI-Focused Data Centre

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced plans to spearhead the development of the world’s largest AI-focused data centre. This ambitious project, revealed during the company’s recent strategic roadmap for 2026, aims to provide the massive computational power required to fuel the next generation of generative AI and sovereign AI models specifically tailored for the Indian […]

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KPMG Partner Fined $7,000 for Using AI to Pass a Test on AI Ethics
Industry

KPMG Partner Fined $7,000 for Using AI to Pass a Test on AI Ethics

In a striking case of corporate irony, a senior partner at KPMG Australia has been slapped with a A$10,000 (approximately $7,000) fine for using artificial intelligence to cheat on a mandatory internal training test—about artificial intelligence. The Breach of Ethics by KPMG Senior Partner The incident occurred during a July 2025 assessment designed to ensure leadership competency in emerging […]

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Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani Predicts 170 Million New AI Jobs
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Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani Predicts 170 Million New AI Jobs

In a significant forecast for the global technology landscape, Infosys Co-founder and Chairman Nandan Nilekani declared that Artificial Intelligence is “rewriting the grammar of software development.” Speaking at the company’s Investor AI Day 2026 on February 17, Nandan emphasized that traditional coding will no longer be the central goal for tech professionals, signaling a “root-and-branch” overhaul of […]

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Freshers Alert: 73% of Indian Employers Planning to Hire in Early 2026
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Freshers Alert: 73% of Indian Employers Planning to Hire in Early 2026

Nearly 73% of Indian employers intend to hire freshers during the first half of 2026 (January–June), according to the latest TeamLease EdTech Career Outlook Report. This represents a 3% increase over the previous half-year, signaling a steady rebound in entry-level demand across the country. Retail and Tech Lead the Surge in Freshers Hiring The report highlights […]

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UP Women’s Workforce Participation Doubled in Six Years
Employment

UP Women’s Workforce Participation Doubled in Six Years

Uttar Pradesh (UP) is witnessing a transformative shift in its economic landscape, marked by a significant surge in women’s workforce participation. Recent data from the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) and state reports indicate that female labor force participation in India’s most populous state has nearly doubled over the last six years, reflecting the impact […]

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Tata AI Sakhi: Empowering 1,500+ Rural Women to Master AI in Just 2.5 Hours
Technology

Tata AI Sakhi: Empowering 1,500+ Rural Women to Master AI in Just 2.5 Hours

The Tata Group has successfully concluded the Tata AI Sakhi Immersion Programme, a milestone initiative that empowered 1,553 rural women at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. This high-touch workshop demonstrated how artificial intelligence can be a practical, language-accessible tool for grassroots entrepreneurship and economic independence. A Multilingual AI Revolution at the Grassroots The program focused on moving […]

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Sanofi Hyderabad Expansion: Global Healthcare Giant to Create 4,500+ Jobs
Industry

Sanofi Hyderabad Expansion: Global Healthcare Giant to Create 4,500+ Jobs

Global healthcare leader Sanofi has announced a major expansion of its Global Capacity Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey as a premier destination for pharmaceutical innovation. The French multinational plans to scale its workforce in the city to over 4,500 employees over the next two years. This growth will reinforce […]

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Big Tax Savings for Disabled Staff: Travel Deduction to Hit ₹15,000 in Metros
Labour Law

Big Tax Savings for Disabled Staff: Travel Deduction to Hit ₹15,000 in Metros

In a significant move toward financial inclusivity, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has proposed a substantial hike in travel-related tax deductions for disabled staff. Part of the Draft Income Tax Rules 2026, the new provisions aim to address rising urban commuting costs and provide targeted relief to individuals with specific physical challenges. Massive […]

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Infosys Scales Generative AI Capabilities with Strategic Anthropic Partnership
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Infosys Scales Generative AI Capabilities with Strategic Anthropic Partnership

Infosys has announced a strategic partnership with Anthropic, a leader in AI safety and research, to deliver advanced enterprise AI solutions to global clients. This collaboration integrates Anthropic’s “Claude” family of models into Infosys Topaz, an AI-first offering that helps businesses accelerate their digital transformation through generative AI. Anthropic-Infosys Partnership Strengthening the Enterprise AI Ecosystem […]

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PM Modi Urges Investment in Data Centres to Drive Economic Growth and Skills
Industry

PM Modi Urges Investment in Data Centres to Drive Economic Growth and Skills

PM Modi has highlighted the data centre sector as a critical pillar for India’s economic future, describing it as a “massive job creator.” Speaking at recent industry forums, the Prime Minister emphasized that as India transitions into a fully digital economy, the infrastructure required to store and process data will generate hundreds of thousands of […]

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