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Updated on: Aug 2026
The Race Between AI and Human Skills Has Begun in India: Goldman Sachs
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The Race Between AI and Human Skills Has Begun in India: Goldman Sachs

Generative AI (GenAI) could reshape India’s job market over the next decade, with up to 12% of non-farm jobs facing the risk of replacement, according to a Goldman Sachs report. However, the report says AI is more likely to change the nature of work than eliminate jobs entirely, as a much larger share of roles […]

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India’s Salary Growth Map Is Changing—Tier-2 Cities Are Catching Up
Compensation

India’s Salary Growth Map Is Changing—Tier-2 Cities Are Catching Up

India’s salary landscape is undergoing a significant shift, with several Tier-2 cities emerging as strong contenders alongside traditional metro hubs. According to the TeamLease Jobs and Salaries Primer FY2026-27, salary growth is becoming more geographically balanced as manufacturing, industrial expansion, and enterprise investments gather pace across the country. The report surveyed 1,268 businesses across 23 […]

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TCS Study: Physical AI to Reshape Manufacturing Jobs and Skills
Employment

TCS Study: Physical AI to Reshape Manufacturing Jobs and Skills

According to a TCS study, Physical AI is rapidly moving from experimental pilots to mainstream manufacturing, reshaping not only factory operations but also the future workforce. In the latest Future-Ready Manufacturing: TCS Physical AI Readiness Report 2026, manufacturers are accelerating investments in AI-powered robotics and intelligent automation, creating new demand for digital skills while making […]

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India’s Internet Gig Workforce by 2030: How Big Will It Be?
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India’s Internet Gig Workforce by 2030: How Big Will It Be?

India’s internet-enabled gig workforce is expected to grow from more than 6 million monthly active workers today to 17–21 million by 2030, according to a report by Redseer Strategy Consultants. The report tells the growing role of digital platforms in creating employment opportunities, saying the gig economy is set to become one of the country’s […]

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The Rise of Portfolio Careers: Why India’s Gen Z is Changing the Rules of Work
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The Rise of Portfolio Careers: Why India’s Gen Z is Changing the Rules of Work

India’s Gen Z is moving beyond the traditional “one job for life” mindset and embracing a new career model centred on flexibility, AI-powered skills and multiple income streams. According to new research by International Workplace Group (IWG), the convergence of artificial intelligence, rising living costs, the gig economy, and flexible work is encouraging young professionals […]

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AI Pay Gap Widens: New Hires Earn More Than Existing Employees
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AI Pay Gap Widens: New Hires Earn More Than Existing Employees

A new Indeed report has unveiled a widening gap between what employers say they pay for AI talent and what existing employees actually receive. While companies are offering significant salary premiums to attract AI-skilled professionals, many employees who have already upskilled report little or no improvement in their compensation. The findings come from Indeed’s inaugural […]

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Over 50% of Australians Have Taken Sick Leave for Mental Exhaustion
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Over 50% of Australians Have Taken Sick Leave for Mental Exhaustion

A new survey by people2people Recruitment has found that burnout has become a widespread workplace challenge in Australia, with more than half of employees reporting that they have taken sick leave due to mental exhaustion. Nearly one-third of them said they had taken such leave within the past 12 months. The findings suggest that long […]

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Beyond Traditional Careers: AI Drives a New Leadership Model in India
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Beyond Traditional Careers: AI Drives a New Leadership Model in India

The profile of India’s corporate leadership is changing. According to new data released by LinkedIn, Millennials now account for 55% of the country’s C-suite executives, making them the largest generation in senior leadership roles. Their representation has increased by 14.5% over the past seven years, reflecting a shift in how organisations identify and develop future […]

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India’s IT Firms Brace for Sluggish Q1 FY27 amid AI Spending
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India’s IT Firms Brace for Sluggish Q1 FY27 amid AI Spending

India’s leading IT firms are expected to report another weak quarter, Q1 FY27, in July 2026 for the April-June period. With analysts forecasting subdued revenue growth amid cautious client spending, increasing investments in artificial intelligence (AI), and an uncertain global economic environment. According to a report by brokerage Systematix Research, the June quarter is likely […]

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AI Hiring Defies the IT Downturn: Report
Employment

AI Hiring Defies the IT Downturn: Report

Hiring for artificial intelligence (AI) roles continued to grow in India’s IT sector in June, even as overall recruitment remained weak. The latest JobSpeak report by Naukri shows that companies are continuing to invest in AI talent while slowing hiring for other technology roles. According to the report, AI hiring in the IT sector increased […]

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JPMorgan Sees India’s IT Recovery Only by FY30
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JPMorgan Sees India’s IT Recovery Only by FY30

India’s IT services sector may take longer to recover than expected, according to a new report by JPMorgan. The firm now expects a strong recovery only by FY30, as artificial intelligence (AI), global uncertainty, and weak technology spending continue to affect the industry. AI and Global Uncertainty Keep Growth Low JPMorgan said India’s IT industry […]

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AI Fuels Cybersecurity Skills Gap: Accenture Report
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AI Fuels Cybersecurity Skills Gap: Accenture Report

As cyber threats grow more sophisticated and artificial intelligence (AI) transforms the security landscape, organizations are struggling to find cybersecurity professionals with the right mix of technical and business skills, according to a new report by Accenture. The report, “Reinventing the Cyber Workforce: Solving the Talent Imbalance,” reveals that the global cybersecurity talent shortage is […]

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