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Updated on: Aug 2026
Real Estate, FMCG and IT Lead New Jobs in H2 2026 Amid AI Disruption
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Real Estate, FMCG and IT Lead New Jobs in H2 2026 Amid AI Disruption

Nearly four in five senior HR leaders expect companies to create new jobs in the second half of 2026, while 97% expect hiring activity, including new and replacement hiring, to continue over the next six months, according to Naukri’s H2 2026 Hiring Outlook survey. The survey, based on responses from more than 540 senior HR […]

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How AI Is Changing Workforce Skills and Jobs at Infosys
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How AI Is Changing Workforce Skills and Jobs at Infosys

Artificial intelligence is changing the way work is done at Infosys, both by improving existing technology services and by opening up new business opportunities. Infosys CHRO Shaji Mathew said in an interaction with BusinessLine that the company is focusing on transforming its business and workforce as demand for AI-led services grows. According to the CHRO, […]

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HCLTech, NetApp Expand Collaboration for Hybrid Cloud Storage
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HCLTech, NetApp Expand Collaboration for Hybrid Cloud Storage

HCL Technologies (HCLTech) has expanded its collaboration with NetApp to offer hybrid cloud Storage-as-a-Service (STaaS), helping enterprises scale AI, generative AI (GenAI) and data-driven workloads. The offering combines HCLTech’s Utility for Everything (U4X) digital infrastructure framework with NetApp Keystone, a pay-as-you-go storage service. The consumption-based model allows organisations to scale storage, performance and data services […]

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Infosys to Hire 20,000 Freshers in FY27, But Skill Expectations Are Changing
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Infosys to Hire 20,000 Freshers in FY27, But Skill Expectations Are Changing

Infosys will continue to hire around 20,000 college graduates in FY27, showing that freshers remain an important part of its workforce plans. However, the company is changing the way it selects and develops this talent, with greater focus on specialist skills and deeper technical knowledge. The hiring plan comes even as Infosys reduced its employee […]

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PM Modi Announces AI Skilling for 1 Crore Youth, and New Targets
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PM Modi Announces AI Skilling for 1 Crore Youth, and New Targets

New Delhi, August 15, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation on the 80th Independence Day, announced a series of initiatives focused on AI skilling, education, sports, semiconductor manufacturing, nuclear energy and women-led development. AI Skilling for One Crore Youth The biggest announcement was a nationwide programme to train one crore […]

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TCS Partners with Vodafone Business for AI-Led Transformation
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TCS Partners with Vodafone Business for AI-Led Transformation

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced a strategic partnership with Vodafone Business, the enterprise arm of VodafoneThree, the UK’s largest mobile operator. The partnership will help businesses modernise their technology, increase digital adoption, reduce operational complexity and improve customer experience. Focus on AI, Cloud and Cybersecurity The partnership will cover areas including cloud transformation and […]

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Large Companies May See More Job Losses, Says Nandan Nilekani
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Large Companies May See More Job Losses, Says Nandan Nilekani

Large companies could become the biggest source of job losses in the coming years as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation make it easier to reduce tasks and roles, according to Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani. Speaking at the NCAER India Policy Forum 2026, Nilekani said large, well-structured organisations could be more vulnerable to job displacement because […]

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SEBI Expands Employee Benefits with AI, NPS and Childcare
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SEBI Expands Employee Benefits with AI, NPS and Childcare

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a range of employee welfare measures during FY2025-26, with a strong focus on accessibility, financial security and employee well-being. According to its Annual Report 2025-26, the market regulator has rolled out AI-powered assistive technology for visually impaired employees, enhanced retirement benefits, improved housing loan schemes […]

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AI Enters ROI Phase, Says Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar
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AI Enters ROI Phase, Says Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar

Artificial intelligence is entering a new phase of enterprise adoption, with businesses now focusing on measurable business outcomes instead of just experimenting with the technology, according to Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S. Speaking to CNBC-TV18, Kumar said the IT services industry has reached a stage where organisations are moving beyond AI pilot projects and deploying […]

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