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Updated on: Jun 2026

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AI Adoption Is RisingSo Why Is HR Impact Still Moderate?

Jun 8, 2026

Michael Page Study Indian Recruiters Face New AI CV Blind Spot

According to the Hiring Through the Hype Talent Trends India report by recruitment firm Michae...

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Jun 6, 2026

McKinsey Predicts AI Agents Will Transform Five-Year Workplace

According to localized briefings and the latest research from McKinsey amp Companys Global ...

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Jun 2, 2026

Hiring Managers Are Mirroring AI Bias in Recruitment Research

As the Class of enters a fiercely competitive labor market where entry-level job applications h...

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Jun 1, 2026

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SHRM Tech 2026: Why 45% of Indian Companies Are Struggling to Find AI Talent

SHRM, the world’s largest HR professional society, officially released the SHRM India Skill Intelligence Report 2026: From Talent to Skills, India’s Future of Work at its flagship SHRM Tech 2026 conference held on May 21–22, 2026, at the Jio World Convention Centre. The extensive study reveals a critical roadblock: while corporate ambition for artificial intelligence is skyrocketing, […]

May 23, 2026

Survey & Report

Microsoft and Amazon Pros Eyeing Indian Firms, but Toxic Culture Remains a Dealbreaker

A new shift is emerging in India’s tech landscape as employees from global giants like Microsoft and Amazon express a growing interest in homegrown companies. However, a significant hurdle remains: a deep-seated fear of toxic workplace environments. According to a recent survey of 1,205 professionals by the anonymous community app Blind, nearly half of India’s tech […]

May 12, 2026

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Why 85% of Workers Use AI but Few Feel Prepared

A startling “readiness paradox” has emerged in the global workforce as AI becomes a standard office tool. According to the 2026 Professional Sentiment Survey by Simplilearn, while a staggering 85% of professionals now report regular AI usage at work, a mere 26% feel well-prepared to leverage these tools for long-term career growth. The Corporate Disconnect With AI The survey highlights […]

May 6, 2026

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Employee Engagement Hits 5-Year Low as Managers “Check Out”

A new global benchmark report has sent shockwaves through the corporate world, revealing that employee engagement has plummeted to just 20% worldwide. According to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace: 2026 Report, this marks the second consecutive year of decline, bringing engagement to its lowest level since 2020. Economists warn that this “engagement slump” is costing the global […]

Apr 22, 2026

Industry

Ghost Addresses and Fake IDs: The Hidden Risks in India’s Gig Economy Hiring

As India’s gig economy continues its rapid expansion, a new report from identity management leader AuthBridge reveals a growing structural challenge: verification frameworks are struggling to keep pace with the scale of on-demand hiring. The “Workforce Fraud Files 2026,” based on data from April to September 2025, highlights that 6% of gig worker profiles contain […]

Mar 24, 2026

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Home vs. High Pay: New Survey Reveals What it Takes to Bring Indian Talent Back

A new survey of 2,316 Indian professionals in the United States reveals a significant “valuation gap” that is stalling return migration. Despite the rapid proliferation of Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in cities like Bengaluru and Hyderabad, the financial and ecosystem-related hurdles of moving back to India remains a primary deterrent for the diaspora. The Compensation […]

Mar 23, 2026

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Deloitte Report: India Emerges as Global Leader in AI Adoption

According to a recent report by Deloitte, Indian enterprises are rapidly outpacing global peers in scaling Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption into core business functions, signalling a decisive shift from pilot projects to enterprise-wide execution. This momentum positions India as a frontrunner in applied AI adoption. Beyond pilot projects The 2026 State of AI in the […]

Mar 22, 2026

Employment

India’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.9%: Key Takeaways from February’s Job Data

India’s overall unemployment rate for individuals aged 15 and above declined marginally to 4.9% in February 2026, down from 5% in January. This data comes from the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The data indicates a steadying labor market, specifically bolstered by a significant recovery in […]

Mar 17, 2026

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McKinsey Report: Human Agility Outvalues Technical Code in Latest AI Shift

In a new report titled “The Human Advantage: Stronger Brains in the Age of AI,” the McKinsey Health Institute, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum, highlights a critical shift in the global labor market. As artificial intelligence automates routine and technical tasks, “Brain Skills” are becoming the most valuable assets in the workforce. These […]

Mar 2, 2026