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Updated on: Sep 2026
JPMorgan to Hire 1,000 People in India Global Capability Centre
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JPMorgan to Hire 1,000 People in India Global Capability Centre

JPMorgan Chase is planning to hire around 1,000 technology professionals at its India Global Capability Centre (GCC). The hiring comes at a time when the bank says artificial intelligence (AI) has reduced staffing requirements by 30% to 40% in some functions, showing how AI is changing the type of talent companies need. The recruitment will […]

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Manufacturing Momentum Spurs Demand for Skilled Talent
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Manufacturing Momentum Spurs Demand for Skilled Talent

India’s industrial output grew 5.1% year-on-year in May, up from 4.9% in April, driven by strong manufacturing activity and higher electricity generation, according to the latest Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data. While the figures primarily measure industrial performance, they also provide valuable signals for the labour market, indicating continued demand for talent across manufacturing, […]

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Iran–US–Israel War; IT Hiring Drops, India Job Market Feels Heat
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Iran–US–Israel War; IT Hiring Drops, India Job Market Feels Heat

The war between Iran, United States, and Israel is no longer just a political issue. It is now affecting the global economy, including the IT sector. Higher oil prices, supply problems, and uncertainty are making companies rethink spending and growth plans. For IT companies, the first impact is a drop in non-essential spending. Big Indian […]

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Accenture Expands Footprint in Noida with Massive New Office Space
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Accenture Expands Footprint in Noida with Massive New Office Space

Global professional services firm Accenture in India has expanded its footprint in Noida by opening a new office at Sector 132. The company has leased approximately 1.65 lakh square feet of managed workspace from Onward Workspaces, reinforcing the growing demand for flexible and scalable office solutions. The office is located at the ‘Ace Capitol’ centre […]

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New ICAI and ICSI Skill Modules Aim for Immediate Placement
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New ICAI and ICSI Skill Modules Aim for Immediate Placement

In a major move to address the “degree-vs-skills” gap, the Union Budget 2026-27 has tasked India’s premier professional bodies (ICAI and ICSI) with a mission to overhaul the nation’s employability. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) have been directed to design and launch intensive, […]

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Shift in India’s Employment Landscape Beyond Metro Cities
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Shift in India’s Employment Landscape Beyond Metro Cities

For years, anyone aspiring to build a technology or corporate employment career often had little choice but to move to major metro cities. These moves were usually driven by necessity, not preference — young professionals leaving behind their families, familiar surroundings, and cultural roots. It sparked an important question: what if employment opportunities could move […]

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India’s Urban Unemployment Falls to 5.2%; Women’s LFPR Jumps
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India’s Urban Unemployment Falls to 5.2%; Women’s LFPR Jumps

India’s labour market showed encouraging signs of recovery in unemployment and structural improvement in the July-September quarter of 2025. Data released by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), part of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), indicates that the unemployment rate (UR) for persons aged 15 years and above in urban areas eased to 5.2% during […]

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Google Cloud CEO: AI Will Empower, Not Replace Workers
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Google Cloud CEO: AI Will Empower, Not Replace Workers

Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian has reaffirmed his belief that artificial intelligence (AI) is a tool for empowerment, not displacement. In a recent interview with Big Technology, Thomas addressed growing concerns about AI-related job losses and emphasized that the technology is designed to help workers achieve tasks that were previously out of reach. His remarks […]

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Employee Monitoring in Remote Work Sparks Ongoing Debate
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Employee Monitoring in Remote Work Sparks Ongoing Debate

A viral incident involving a remote employee has reignited global conversations around digital surveillance, workplace autonomy, and the ethical boundaries of employee monitoring. As remote and hybrid work models become more entrenched, companies are increasingly relying on monitoring tools to track productivity—raising concerns about privacy, trust, and long-term employee engagement. Viral Post Highlights Employee Monitoring […]

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