ENGINEERING TALENT IN INDIA
Is the degree dead? Why India’s next innovation wave will be driven by interdisciplinary portfolios
India's education system is shifting from traditional degrees to demonstrated capability. Employers now prioritize portfolios showcasing applied skills over isolated academic knowledge. This evolution reflects the growing need for interdisciplinary creators who can bridge domains and solve complex problems in a rapidly changing economy.
Semiconductor design, AI to drive India’s next innovation wave: Founders Forum CEO
Founders Forum CEO Carolyn Dawson highlights India's potential to become a global tech anchor by building connective tissue with innovation hubs. She emphasizes the need for late-stage capital and a global mindset for Indian startups to scale internationally, with AI and semiconductor design poised to drive future trade.
AI majors building India base in Bengaluru boosting space demand
Bengaluru is rapidly becoming a global hub for AI innovation as major tech companies like Anthropic and OpenAI establish new offices. European firm Mistral AI is also in talks to open a capability center, drawn by the deep engineering talent.
Axiro will scale fabless chip business in phases: CG Power chairman
Axiro Semiconductor, a CG Power subsidiary, is expanding its fabless chip business, initially targeting connectivity, satellite communication, and industrial applications. Axiro is already shipping millions of chips every month and has built a portfolio of around 200 commercialised chips over the past decade, Axiro’s chief executive, Naveen Yanduru said.
From tech to tinsel town: 10 Indian actors who are graduates from IITs and NITs
Many Indian actors built strong academic foundations in engineering from prestigious institutions like IITs and NITs before pursuing careers in entertainment. These performers showcase a blend of intellect and creativity. Their journeys from engineering blueprints to storytelling genius reveal courage and a willingness to trade conventional paths for showbiz. These individuals demonstrate that success is not limited to one field.
Not Gurgaon, not Hyderabad, not Pune, CA says one city could rival Bengaluru as the India’s IT hub in future: ‘Rent is 30% cheaper…’
India's tech landscape is shifting as Mangalore, dubbed "Silicon Beach," emerges as a strong challenger to Bengaluru. The coastal city is experiencing rapid IT workforce growth and revenue increases, driven by global companies establishing R&D centers. Affordable office spaces, lower attrition rates, and a growing talent pool further bolster its appeal.
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Austria bets big on Indian talent with Focus India partnership
Austrian and Indian relations are reaching new heights, fueled by a recent visit from Austria's Federal Chancellor, emphasising the evolution of their academic partnership. Already, 200 Indian students have commenced their studies in Austria, marking a milestone following the establishment of a migration agreement and collaborative economic efforts.
Ankur Warikoo shares how techie who once earned Rs 15000 per month, landed Rs 7.5 crore job at Google : 'Every two years, he....'
A software engineer's journey from a ₹15,000 monthly internship to a ₹7.5 crore annual package at Google exemplifies the power of sustained effort. His success was built on rigorous practice, including solving 500 LeetCode problems and contributing to open-source projects, alongside strategic company switches every few years.
OpenAI B2B applications CTO Srinivas Narayanan announces exit after three years
Srinivas Narayanan, chief technology officer of business-to-business (B2B) applications at American AI company OpenAI, announced on Saturday that he will be leaving the company at the end of next week, marking the close of a three-year stint during a period of high-profile product launches.
Nimble companies are succeeding in the AI era: YC's Jared Friedman
AI startup founders are pivoting faster and more often in the era of AI, and strong engineering talent in India gives them an edge, said Jared Friedman, managing partner, Y Combinator.
AI-armed founders disrupting venture capitalism?
Indian venture capitalists hold billions, but the traditional funding model faces disruption. Founders now build and scale businesses with less capital due to AI and lower costs. This shift reduces founder dependence on venture capital. The industry's future hinges on its ability to adapt to this evolving landscape.
US-based fintech Candescent bets on India for product development
Candescent, a US-based fintech, is doubling down on the India market and expanding to three cities: Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. The company’s India headcount stands at 1,000, which is half its overall workforce. Two-thirds of its engineering resources and 80% of its designers are also in India.
Siemens Healthineers eyes collaboration with Karnataka on life sciences, healthtech centres of excellence: Priyank Kharge
Siemens Healthineers is exploring a collaboration with the Karnataka government to bolster upcoming centers of excellence in life sciences, healthtech, and medical products. Discussions focused on skilling, joint incubation, and partnerships to align with the state's deeptech initiatives, further strengthening the company's presence in Bengaluru.
Seoul to Delhi, Asia’s new economic axis
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung's visit to India is a crucial moment. The two nations can build a strong strategic economic partnership. They can create a new axis of resilience in Asia. This partnership will focus on manufacturing, technology and defence. It aims to address global insecurity and fractured supply chains.
In conversation with Shailesh Deshpande: Discussing talent acquisition at Burns & McDonnell India
Shailesh Deshpande, head of Burns & McDonnell India's Bengaluru office, discusses the company's people-first culture and its strategic growth in the city. He highlights Bengaluru's established ecosystem of engineering talent and the company's focus on acquiring professionals skilled in core engineering, automation, and AI to drive innovation in EPC projects.
Seoul to Delhi, Asia’s new economic axis
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung's visit to India arrives at a critical juncture for global economic stability. The two Asian powers are poised to forge a strategic economic partnership, moving beyond traditional trade to co-build industrial capacity in semiconductors, green mobility, and advanced manufacturing.
ET GenAI Hackathon 2026 enters final stage as jury set to evaluate top AI prototypes
The ET Gen AI Hackathon 2026 enters its final stage with a distinguished jury panel set to evaluate high-impact AI prototypes built to solve real-world challenges at scale.
Indian AI firms take up super hard stuff
AI startups in India are now shifting their focus to move beyond applications and AI wrappers to build solutions in frontier deeptech areas, writes Swathi Moorthy.
India has strong pipeline of ideas, keen to back local founders: Y Combinator’s Ankit Gupta
In an exclusive interview ahead of Y Combinator’s Startup School India 2026 event, Ankit Gupta, the accelerator’s general partner, said the firm remains keen on backing Indian founders, adding that the country has an abundance of great startup ideas because of its ``raw technical talent’’.
From campus to career: The push to make Indian graduates job-ready
India's higher education system faces an employability gap, with many graduates lacking job-ready skills. Vivekananda Global University (VGU) in Jaipur is transforming this by embedding innovation, research, and entrepreneurship into its academic structure. Through initiatives like Transdisciplinary Projects and startup incubation, VGU aims to produce job-ready innovators and entrepreneurs, demonstrating that impactful higher education can thrive beyond metropolitan centers.
Consumer company CTOs want engineers who can think, not just code
New-age companies are prioritizing senior engineers with creativity, curiosity, and ownership as they become AI-first. Hiring for engineering roles has surged, with a focus on system thinking and AI collaboration. Companies are shifting technology from a support function to a core business driver, demanding engineers engage with customers and co-own product outcomes.
Large AI firms hoovering maximum funding, not enough for smaller startups: Y Combinator’s Ankit Gupta
Ankit Gupta spoke to ET ahead of the accelerator’s Startup School event in Bengaluru on April 18 — the first in India. In order to tap aspiring entrepreneurs across colleges and universities, Gupta said YC will be visiting IIT Delhi this week and holding a programme there.
Demand for senior technology leaders in India is bucking a slowdown in broader tech hiring
As per experts, many MNCs are considering shifting global tech positions to India, mostly to their GCCs. Ratna Gupta, senior partner, ABC Consultants, said the uptick in tech leadership hiring is strong, especially over the last two–three quarters in comparison to the first half of FY25 when companies were relatively cautious. There is an about 20% increase in mandates at the director, vice-president and higher levels, she said. “Quite a few country heads for GCCs are also coming in.”
YC partner on AI's funding gap, Indian startups; TCS CEO talks IT's resilience
Happy Monday! Y Combinator’s Ankit Gupta told ET in an exclusive chat that AI money is crowding at the top while early founders scramble for scraps. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
'Change will happen in West Bengal': Yogi Adityanath says state pushed towards poverty by Congress, Left and TMC
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed a public meeting in West Bengal, asserting the state is embracing change. He criticized the Congress, Left, and Trinamool Congress for the state's decline. Adityanath highlighted Uttar Pradesh's transformation under BJP rule, emphasizing safety and economic growth. He expressed confidence that the BJP can address issues in West Bengal.
Failed 35 exams but still cracked UPSC twice: How this Haryana man proved failures don’t define your success
Vijay Vardhan’s journey to success in the UPSC Civil Services Examination was marked by significant challenges. He faced numerous setbacks, failing 35 competitive exams before eventually achieving his goal. Initially becoming an IPS officer in 2018, Vardhan set his sights higher and went on to secure an IAS position in 2021. His story highlights resilience, the importance of learning from mistakes, and unwavering determination as key factors in overcoming obstacles and achieving long-term success.
Cyient Semiconductors acquires 74 pc stake in Kinetic Technologies for $85 mn
Cyient Semiconductors has acquired a 74% stake in US-based Kinetic Technologies for $85 million. This strategic move integrates Cyient's engineering prowess with Kinetic's power management and protection IC expertise. The combined entity aims to become a global leader in semiconductor innovation, leveraging Kinetic's established customer base and Cyient's talent pool to drive intelligent power solutions.
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