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Diversity hiring jumps 21% despite slowdown in white-collar recruitment: foundit
White-collar hiring in India saw a slowdown in May 2026. However, diversity hiring experienced a substantial surge. This trend highlights a strong employer focus on inclusive workplaces. Women lead diversity hires, with significant growth in PwD representation. IT and Consulting sectors are at the forefront of this inclusive recruitment drive. Bengaluru leads as the top diversity hiring hub.
South tech hubs Bengaluru, Hyderabad reshape India's urban economy: Report
Bengaluru and Hyderabad are powering more than half of India's urban growth. These tech hubs are reshaping jobs, consumption, and city futures. They account for over 50 percent of new office space added in top cities. Bengaluru leads in startups and innovation. Hyderabad is a growing Global Capability Centre hub. Both cities are key for entry-level hiring across major sectors.
Tier 2 & 3 cities anchor talent retention amid hiring slowdown; muted salary growth
Indian tech firms are adapting to a hiring slowdown. Companies are focusing on location, workflow, and learning to keep staff instead of just raising salaries. Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are becoming key for stable hiring. This trend is expected to grow, with more tech jobs moving to these areas.
How economic downturn in Gulf states has resulted in a drop in remittances into India
India, the largest remittance-receiving country worldwide, witnessed a near 9% drop in NRI pay-in flows to $62.7 billion in 2016 over the previous year.
Cyrus Mistry taking hard decisions to improve performance of Tata Group; aims to boost growth
The Tata chairman has used various occasions to make his presence felt — be it a retreat for the group’s legal team, or an annual ethics conclave.
The change agents: Small town girls
Very few Indian women work. If this ever changes, expect those from small towns and poorer households to take the lead.
