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ET 40 under forty: The vanguard leading India into the future
The ET 40 Under Forty list for 2025 celebrates innovative leaders across India, including pioneers in spacetech, AI, and blockchain. For the first time, the list expands to honour impact in art, culture, and sport, recognising individuals who inspire beyond commerce.
Unions, educators sue Trump administration over $100,000 H-1B visa fee
A coalition has sued the Trump administration over its $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, arguing the president lacks congressional approval for such revenue measures and bypassed regulations. The plaintiffs warn the steep fee will harm essential services, while the White House defends it as curbing job losses for Americans.
White-collar hiring in India grows 10% in September, led by non-IT sectors
India's white-collar job market closed Q2 FY26 positively. Hiring in September rose 10% year-on-year. Non-IT industries contributed most to fresh hiring. Insurance and real estate recruitment jumped. Fresher hiring increased 15%. Unicorns powered 30% growth. High-paying roles saw demand across levels. Tech-related roles, including AI/ML, surged significantly.
Government shutdown: Will air travel be affected? Will Social Security checks still go out? Check details
The US government has shut down after a funding bill failed, leading to air traffic controllers working unpaid while aviation hiring and training are suspended. Social Security benefits will persist, though new applications may be delayed, and nutrition programs like SNAP and WIC will operate as long as funding holds.
How to boost your career with the exploratory and mobile mindset of migrant
Decode the migrant mindset and boost your career, says Devashish Chakravarty.
HCA Healthcare opens first GCC in India; plans to invest $75 million
The US-based hospital operator will expand its workforce by 3,000 people by the end of 2026. US-based firms account for nearly 60% of the GCCs in India.
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Festive job seekers want stability, employers offer temp roles
Festive hiring in India highlights a growing mismatch: two-thirds of job seekers seek full-time, stable roles, while over half of employers offer mostly temporary contracts. Workers prioritize pay stability and job security over bonuses, seeing seasonal jobs as career gateways. Employers, meanwhile, demand technical and managerial skills. Despite the gap, hiring is set to rise in retail, e-commerce, logistics, and hospitality.
America’s loss, Europe’s gain? The scramble for Indian talent
As the US tightens H-1B visas, potentially impacting Indian tech professionals, the UK and other European nations are exploring policies to attract global talent. These countries aim to stimulate economic growth by offering incentives to skilled workers in science, technology, and digital fields, presenting alternative opportunities amidst shifting U.S. immigration policies.
'America’s loss will be India’s gain', says Amitabh Kant on Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee plan
Donald Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee could hurt U.S. innovation while benefiting India, said Amitabh Kant, former G20 Sherpa and ex-NITI Aayog CEO. India accounts for 71% of H-1B holders, mainly in STEM roles. Top beneficiaries include Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta. The fee, targeting skilled foreign workers, may reshape U.S. tech hiring and face legal challenges.
Employee asks for leave after his daughter undergoes surgery; boss’s callous reply leaves him shocked: ‘Put down my resignation…’
An employee faced immense pressure from his manager at an MNC during his daughter's critical surgery. Despite requesting leave under the company's care policy, he was compelled to present at a high-stakes client meeting. This insensitive demand, coupled with prior toxic behavior, led to his resignation, highlighting a broader issue of managerial empathy in the Indian workplace.
Another tremor for US economy? Jobless claims hit highest 263,000 in four years—Is a Fed rate cut now inevitable?
US labor market shows first real signs of strain as jobless claims jump to 263,000, the highest in nearly four years, far exceeding economists’ forecast of 231,000. The rise in claims puts pressure on the Fed, which may cut interest rates by 0.25% to stimulate growth, while inflation remains elevated. Consumer confidence is at its lowest since 2013.
For wealth creation, focus on ‘Irrespective of & Despite Trump’: 7 mid-caps from different sectors with upside potential of up to 42%
Friday evening. We are not using the exact words, but the essence of what President Trump said was: India and Russia have fallen into China’s hands. Saturday evening. A 180-degree turn. I have a great relationship with PM Modi and I am only upset because India is buying too much Russian oil, Trump said. So, if you had bearish thoughts on Friday, Saturday would have seen you thinking bullish. It is Sunday and one does not quite know what to expect today. We are dealing with a president whose statements seem to depend on which side of the bed he got up from. The difference is that this time we have an Indian reaction appreciating the positive statements. So, be hopeful but cautious. In this administration, nothing positive is done till it is done.
White-collar hiring up 3 pc in Aug; non-IT, AI-ML roles drive growth
India's white-collar job market saw a modest 3% hiring increase in August 2025, fueled by non-IT sectors and AI/ML roles, which surged by 54%. While IT faced a 6% decline, IT unicorns grew by 10%. Hyderabad led metro hiring with 10% growth and a 45% unicorn recruitment surge, highlighting its emergence as a startup hub.
Hotels on the lookout for staff ahead of busy months
India's hospitality sector is gearing up for a busy travel season. Hotels are expected to hire many temporary workers. The demand is rising for bartenders, chefs, and front-office staff. Experts predict a 15-20% increase in temporary jobs. Radisson plans to hire over 1,600 new employees. There is also a need for skilled professionals in sales and revenue management.
Hope and hate: How migrant influx has changed Germany
A decade after Germany opened its borders to a million migrants, the country grapples with the consequences. While some celebrate a more cosmopolitan society and a boost to the labor market, others lament strained public services and rising crime.
Why Trump’s America can’t do without Indians
Central bankers at Jackson Hole warned developed economies face labor shortages without foreign workers, especially as US policies under Trump restrict immigration, impacting Indian skilled workers vital to STEM and healthcare. A CBO report highlights the US population decline by 2033 without immigration, leading to slower growth. The US needs Indian workers but policies push them away, risking economic consequences.
Is your job at risk?
India's job market faces uncertainty due to global economic shifts, AI advancements, and strategic restructuring, leading to layoffs in IT, manufacturing, and related sectors. While some jobs are on a decline, tech and AI roles are growing rapidly. Experts advise constant upskilling, networking, and diversifying income to navigate this transformation, emphasizing that reinvention and adaptability are key to securing future employment amidst evolving industries.
Recession alarm? New York City job market collapses, only 956 hires in 6 months — worst in decades
New York City job market 2025: New York City's job market has experienced a significant slowdown in the first half of 2025, adding only 956 private-sector jobs. This marks the weakest growth in decades, excluding recessions, with major industries like finance and hospitality cutting positions. Rising business costs, tariffs, and the potential impact of AI are contributing factors to this economic shift.
US tariff on India: This adversity can be converted into an opportunity
US tariffs could slash India’s exports by $35 billion, hitting sectors like textiles, gems, and agriculture. A 10-point plan—spanning export diversification, infrastructure overhaul, tourism, tax reforms, and GCC expansion—offers a roadmap to boost foreign inflows, strengthen domestic growth, and turn adversity into opportunity.
VA hospitals in crisis! Audit exposes every center faces severe staffing shortages - are veterans at risk?
VA hospital staffing crisis under Donald Trump: VA hospitals nationwide are grappling with a severe staffing crisis, exacerbated by workforce reductions under the Trump administration. Critical shortages of doctors and nurses are raising concerns about the quality of care for veterans. While the VA cites nationwide shortages and promotes private referrals, unions and advocates fear a deliberate move towards privatization amid budget shifts.
Central Park taps advisors for planned 2027 real estate IPO
Central Park plans to list its real estate business by early 2027 and its hospitality vertical in 3–4 years. With a Rs 11,000-crore launch pipeline, major projects in Gurugram, and land acquisitions in Rajasthan and Goa, the developer is targeting growth. FY25 pre-sales surged to Rs 1,600 crore from Rs 250 crore in FY24.
From shop floors to sales counters, it’s HERing season
Indian companies are significantly increasing temporary hiring of women this festive season, with mandates up to 60% higher than last year. This surge, driven by diversity goals and talent needs, is prominent in e-comm, retail and logistics. Major firms like Swiggy, Amazon and Flipkart are actively seeking more women for temporary roles.
White-collar hiring grows 7% in July: Report
India’s white-collar job market grew 7% YoY in July, driven by strong hiring in non-IT sectors like hospitality (+26%), insurance (+22%), and education (+16%). Fresher hiring rose 8%, with a 35% jump in education alone. While IT hiring remained flat, AI-ML roles surged 41%. High-paying jobs (₹20L+ bracket) grew 21%, led by data science (+40%).
IT sector hiring rose 5% YoY in June; AI, ML see 42% spike: Naukri JobSpeak Report
After a year of slow activity, the IT sector recorded a 5% increase in hiring, with tier-II cities driving the recovery. Senior IT professionals with over 16 years of experience were in high demand, with hiring for this group up by 16%.
StayVista plans to hire over 1000 hospitality professionals in FY26
StayVista, a luxury villa rental platform, announced its ambitious plan to hire over 1,000 hospitality experts in financial year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to bolster on-ground service teams across its 1,000+ villas nationwide, focusing on roles like housekeeping, guest relations, and F&B. The hiring will prioritize emerging regions such as Goa, Coorg, Lonavala, and Himachal Pradesh.
Hiring activity declines 18 per cent in March: Naukri JobSpeak
The job market across cities registered a drop in hiring activity, the index revealed, adding that the decline was led by metros wherein Delhi declined by 26 per cent followed by Chennai and Hyderabad at 24 per cent and 18 per cent, respectively. Hiring activity in Delhi and the National Capital Region witnessed a negative growth of 26 per cent.
Hiring regained its momentum and surged by 10% in November
As a result of increased hiring activity in the travel and hospitality sector, demand for hospitality professionals reported a 13% rise in demand in November 2016.
Hospitality professionals shift loyality to startups
Several hospitality professionals are marching out from premium hotels to a bevy of budget hotel startups that are mushrooming across the country.
Hiring up 15% in a month; healthcare, FMCG, auto, e-commerce sectors drive pace: TimesJobs RecruiteX
So even if you have over 15 years experience, start-ups are actively looking for you. There has been an over 100 per cent rise in jobs at senior level positions in start-ups.
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