World of Work

India has mastered the art of mass democracy. What it hasn’t yet achieved is mass prosperity. As we approach India@100, the window to act is closing. The pathway is clear: deregulate employers, decentralise economic power, and invest heavily in human capital development. Without these three pillars, India risks squandering its demographic dividend. Cut the Chains […]

The careers in the animation industry has witnessed significant growth in India. This surge can be attributed to the rapid expansion of OTT platforms, technological advancements, supportive government initiatives, and India’s emergence as a global hub for animation exports. As a result, the industry has created a wide range of job opportunities—from 2D/3D animators and […]

As India sets its sights on becoming a global hub for skilled professionals, an urgent question persists—are our universities preparing students for the realities of the rapidly evolving job market? As emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, quantum computing, and climate tech reshape global industries, the capacity of higher education to equip students with relevant, […]

India’s space program began in the 1960s with modest sounding rockets launched from Thumba. The successful launch of Aryabhata in 1975 was a foundational moment, soon followed by SLV-3, INSAT, and IRS satellite systems. In 2008, India launched Chandrayaan-1, marking its first mission to the Moon, and in 2013, it became the first Asian nation […]

The current business landscape is witnessing a significant transformation in Tier 2 cities, positioning them as emerging hubs for both employers and job seekers. Indore, named as the cleanest city in India for 7 consecutive years, is also the financial capital of Madhya Pradesh. This city is now joining the ranks of other rapidly growing […]

India holds the potential to benefit from its demographic dividend, marked by a large youth population. However, the persistent gap between academic learning and industry-ready skills is a source of concern as it is putting into question the overall employability of this demographic. To address this skill gap, the Government of India launched the Prime […]

In July 2020, India launched one of its most ambitious and long-overdue educational policy reforms: the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Framed after extensive consultation and touted as a 21st-century blueprint for “holistic, flexible, multidisciplinary” learning, the policy was a long-awaited response to the systemic inertia plaguing Indian education. With promises of transforming everything from […]

As the global economy undergoes rapid transformation, the nature of work is being redefined—leading to short-term job engagements, shorter corporate lifespans, underemployment of graduates, growing income inequality in knowledge-based roles, and a rise in necessity-driven self-employment. While these trends are reshaping employment landscapes worldwide, Bangalore has emerged as a standout example of how cities can […]

As the U.S. wrestles with internal contradictions, India has a unique window to rise—but only if it acts decisively. The current trajectory of American policy seems to be undermining the very foundations that once propelled it to global dominance. The slogan “Make America Great Again,” which increasingly feels like a coded call to “Make America […]

The manufacturing industry in India is experiencing substantial growth, playing a pivotal role in driving economic development and creating a wide range of employment opportunities. This expansion is being fueled by multiple factors, including the emergence of Industry 4.0, which has introduced advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and data analytics, along with support from […]

India’s job crisis makes 12-hour workdays a misguided solution India is currently at a critical crossroads in its economic development. With a youthful population eager to contribute and an ambitious agenda spanning manufacturing, digital services, and technology innovation, the country faces the persistent challenge of unemployment and underemployment. According to recent estimates, millions of Indian […]

Gender stereotypes in the workplace are among the key factors that hinder employee performance and impede the overall organisational growth. These stereotypes manifest in various forms, including biased promotions, unequal recognition, inequitable compensation, and even racial discrimination. Addressing such issues is essential to safeguard employee well-being and protect the organisation’s reputation. According to the World […]