World of Work

Generative AI is rapidly transforming today’s employment landscape, redefining careers and job functions across industries. While often seen as a breakthrough in the tech sector, its utility extends far beyond technical roles. Non-technical professionals in fields such as marketing, finance, and operations can leverage GenAI to optimise processes, save time, enhance performance, and progress in […]

India’s semiconductor industry is undergoing a major transformation, creating abundant job opportunities and driving employment growth. This progress is largely supported by government initiatives that promote investment in infrastructure and workforce development. Several leading institutions across the country now offer full-time academic programs and short-term certifications for aspiring professionals to enter this sector. This article […]

Indian-origin leaders are disproportionately represented in global boardrooms. In 2023, 16 Fortune 500 companies were headed by Indian-origin CEOs, and some estimates suggest they account for over 10% of Fortune 500 leaders. Names like Sundar Pichai (Alphabet), Satya Nadella (Microsoft), Indra Nooyi (PepsiCo), Arvind Krishna (IBM), and Leena Nair (Chanel) illustrate this remarkable trend. Indians […]

The higher education system in India remains constrained with a persistent challenge: a broad gap between academic learning and industry requirements. While many graduates enter the job market each year, employers consistently indicate a skills mismatch, job readiness issues, and a lack of adaptability.  The Career Outlook Report (HY2, July–December 2025) by TeamLease EdTech examines […]

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST), introduced in 2017, was designed to unify the country’s indirect tax system by replacing multiple central and state-level levies with a single tax. The goal was to simplify tax administration, reduce cascading taxes, and create a seamless national market. However, over time, the GST framework became increasingly complex, with […]

India faces a persistent challenge of waste accumulation, with approximately 9.3 million tonnes of plastic generated annually—accounting for nearly 20% of global plastic emissions. In addition, the country produces about 2 million tonnes of electronic waste each year. While this presents a significant environmental concern, it also offers a valuable opportunity for new business ventures. […]

In developing economies like India, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) must be both strategic and inclusive, designed to enhance productivity and accessibility without eroding jobs for millions. The challenge is not whether to embrace AI, but how to integrate it in ways that fill critical gaps, create new opportunities, and safeguard livelihoods. AI holds […]

AI tools have become invaluable in supporting HR recruiters in today’s evolving employment landscape. Recently, a more advanced version of traditional AI hiring solutions—known as Agentic AI—has begun reshaping recruitment with greater efficiency and agility. While conventional AI can accelerate tasks such as resume parsing and initial screening, it cannot independently manage the entire hiring […]

Every Independence Day is a time to reflect on our journey toward self-reliance and inclusive growth. Today, the imperative to formalise India’s workforce has never been stronger. By leveraging our demographic dividend, reinforcing skilling missions, and ensuring robust social security, we can build a resilient, future-ready workforce ecosystem. Seizing India’s demographic windfall According to EY’s […]

India’s current employment landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with tier-2 and tier-3 cities emerging as prominent employment hubs, outpacing the traditional metropolitan centres. Leading companies are expanding their operations in these cities to tap into fresh talent pools and fuel business growth. For local job seekers, these cities offer valuable opportunities to pursue careers […]

Punjab’s economic malaise is not cultural, nor is it inevitable. The real problem lies in a system that makes it unnecessarily hard for businesses to grow, create good jobs, and pay competitive wages. The state has the talent, the resources, and the entrepreneurial spirit — but these are being stifled by outdated laws, excessive compliance, […]

What the Tariffs Change—and What They Don’t The recent decision by the United States to impose fresh tariffs on Indian goods has raised questions about the possible impact on India’s employment landscape. At first glance, such measures may seem worrying, especially for labour-intensive export clusters like textiles, gems and jewellery, and chemicals. However, a deeper […]