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Compulsory retirement order is neither punitive nor stigmatic in character: SC
The Supreme Court upheld the Chhattisgarh government's order of compulsory retirement for several employees. It noted such orders are not punitive or indicative of misconduct against the employees. The court emphasised the importance of objective evaluations when determining an employee's suitability for continued service. It clarified that the decision should not be based on mere conjecture or whim.
IIT alumni explains why his company treats people who scored 90% on his test as very ‘low trust’: ‘Anyone who scored that high always…’
A former IIT Madras student recently launched into an angry tirade. A Reddit user on the IIT Madras subreddit shared that he had created a test that he was unable to pass with a perfect score. He encountered graduates who manipulated the system and achieved 90% on the exam. He expressed regret that these individuals are not suitable candidates for hiring.
Agnipath scheme: All Agniveers to be offered regular enrolment after 2-year extended engagement
The Union Cabinet has approved a revised Agnipath scheme offering all Agniveers a pathway to regular military service. The top 25% will be absorbed after four years based on merit, while the remaining 75% can opt for a two-year extension with higher pay, enhanced Seva Nidhi and seniority benefits before enrolment.
'Until it becomes perfect, many things have to be changed, evaluated': Former Lt Gen DP Pandey hails Cabinet's Agnipath extension
Responding to queries regarding the government's decision to introduce a 'Second Tour of Duty' and expand regular enrolment pathways, Lt Gen Pandey pointed out that iterative reviews are essential for perfecting any newly introduced recruitment model.
From enterprises to SMBs: How Flashfox AI plans to change the hiring game
GetWork’s AI hiring business, now spun off as Flashfox AI, is targeting 500 enterprise clients in the next 24 months as it expands into Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
ET Product of the Year Awards 2026: Categories recognising products driving market impact
The Economic Times Product of the Year Awards 2026 celebrate cutting-edge innovations that make a substantial difference in the market and attract customer loyalty across diverse industries. Categories feature Enterprise SaaS, FinTech, Cybersecurity, as well as consumer goods such as banking solutions and smartphones. Judging criteria prioritize market presence, adoption rates, creativity, and execution excellence, with an emphasis on quantifiable achievements.
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Noel Tata seeks board scrutiny of SP Group's Rs 25,000 crore exit plan, Tata Sons restructuring
Noel Tata has asked the Tata Sons board to examine Shapoorji Pallonji Group's Rs 25,000-crore funding proposal through a capital reduction and separately evaluate Tata Trusts' restructuring plan to preserve the holding company's unlisted status. Both proposals are slated for discussion at the November 26 board meeting.
In Burgundy, France, 17,000 tonnes of discarded foundry sand went beneath RN 80; two years later, tests found good road strength and no environmental impact
In Burgundy, France, engineers have made strides in sustainable construction by incorporating about 17,000 tons of foundry sand waste into a highway project. This initiative sought to assess the safety and efficiency of using recycled materials in roadwork. Over two years of observation, the highway demonstrated commendable structural integrity with no adverse environmental effects, emphasizing a notable shift towards utilizing industrial waste and easing landfill burdens for sustainable practices.
Noel Tata sends two letters over SPG's Rs 25,000 crore request and to evaluate merger options to avoid D-St listing
Noel Tata sends two letters to Tata Sons Board today: to examine a Rs 25,000 crore funding request from minority shareholder Shapoorji Pallonji (SP) Group through a proposed capital reduction and detailed evaluation of a restructuring proposal made by Sir Dorabji Tata Trust and Sir Ratan Tata Trust on September 28 to merge two operating subsidiaries, Tata Electronic Systems Solutions (TESS) and Tata Consulting Engineers (TCE), with Tata Sons.
How should companies measure performance when AI does part of the work?
As AI becomes part of everyday work, companies are reconsidering how they assess employee performance. Measuring output alone may overlook the quality of decisions, the ability to verify AI-generated work, and the value employees add beyond what the technology can produce.
India is addressing Wall Street’s favourite ‘elephant’ in the room to its own advantage
The Indian government has identified 762 potential applications of artificial intelligence across 62 ministries and departments, spanning farming, railway safety, tax compliance, public grievances, customs and healthcare. While some tools are already in use, others remain in pilot or development stages.
How AI is changing pay, career growth and the employee deal in India
As AI changes the skills companies need, the relationship between employers and employees is being renegotiated. Career progression, access to training and the way salaries reward new capabilities are becoming central to retaining talent and preparing the workforce for changing roles.
ET Product of the Year Awards 2026: Recognising HR and worktech products shaping the future of work
The ET Product of the Year Awards 2026 honor exceptional HR and WorkTech solutions that drive organizational success and transform the marketplace. To be considered, nominees are required to have been launched or significantly enhanced between January 1, 2025, and September 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria will focus on innovation, user adoption, quality of execution, and overall market influence.
Parag Parikh ELSS Tax Saver Fund underperforms benchmark for 3 years despite 5-star rating. Should investors worry?
The Parag Parikh ELSS Tax Saver Fund has struggled to meet its benchmark over the past one, two, and three years. Yet, it retains a five-star rating from research platforms like PrimeInvestor. Investors are advised to consider the fund's long-term performance and portfolio strategy, alongside monitoring its investment protocols and risk controls. The three-year lock-in period for ELSS investments also plays a crucial role in decision-making.
Research: Why Some Junior Employees Work Well with AI—and Others Don’t
Organizations need to understand how individuals create value beyond the AI baseline in real organizational settings, particularly in higher-stakes professional work requiring judgment, domain expertise, and decision-ready outputs. KPMG and researchers from the University of Texas conducted a large-scale field study with 523 early-career professionals where participants completed business-specific tasks using an AI agent built for the domain. This research can help answer two questions: 1) What enables early career employees to add value in AI‑enabled workflows? And 2) how can those capabilities be intentionally developed in ways that sustain continuous improvement as AI continues to advance? The findings sorted participants into three groups: AI apprentices, AI delegators, and AI amplifiers. A surprise in the findings was that foundational skills such as critical thinking abilities, AI literacy, and domain knowledge weren’t clear signals for who fell into which group. This can help leaders rethink how to design entry-level work and how to hire for these jobs.
NFO Insight: Choice Large & Mid Cap Fund is open for subscription. Is this the right time to invest?
Choice Mutual Fund has launched the Choice Large & Mid Cap Fund, now open for subscriptions until November 3. This innovative fund is designed to invest at least 35% in both large and mid-cap companies. Using the GVOTE framework, selections are made based on five critical parameters such as growth prospects and management excellence.
Can race-neutral school admissions policies still discriminate? What’s at stake in the US Supreme Court’s Maryland school case
The US Supreme Court is set to examine the contested admission policy in Montgomery County affecting Asian-American students. The court's ruling will address whether sufficient evidence of discrimination exists for the lawsuit to progress. Previously, lower courts dismissed the case due to a lack of proven discriminatory intent. This decision could influence how selective public schools assess students under race-neutral policies.
Govt plans sovereign AI infrastructure with tighter control over data, GPUs
Not-so-sensitive yet relatively important categories will be managed through a new framework in which the state may own the hardware such as GPUs while private sector companies may run and operate it, the officials told ET.
Survey reveals Wall Street firms are linking bonuses and promotions to AI competency among employees
As artificial intelligence reshapes the landscape of Wall Street, its expertise is increasingly tied to salary and promotions in financial firms. Currently, about 25 per cent of these companies are tying employee pay to their AI competencies. Moreover, 30 per cent are asking for evidence of AI tool application in performance assessments. This reflects a significant evolution in how the finance sector values tech-oriented skills.
Wall Street firms tie bonuses, promotions to AI skills, survey finds
AI capabilities are rapidly gaining importance on Wall Street, with a growing trend of companies tying compensation to AI expertise. Approximately 25% of financial firms now correlate employee raises and advancements with their proficiency in AI. Moreover, about 30% of these organizations mandate reporting AI tool usage during performance evaluations. This significant shift showcases firms' eagerness for quantifiable outcomes from AI investments.
ETMarkets Smart Talk| Largecaps look attractive, but selective mid and smallcaps still offer opportunities: Chandraprakash Padiyar of Tata MF
In an interview with Kshitij Anand of ETMarkets, Chandraprakash Padiyar, Senior Fund Manager at Tata Asset Management, says investors should focus on bottom-up stock selection rather than making investment decisions based solely on market capitalisation. He also highlights manufacturing as a promising wealth-creation theme, backed by improving cost competitiveness, strong balance sheets and ambitions to scale up globally.
Behind AI industry's call for independent reviews, a fight over what gets made public
Experts have said independence of evaluators is a concern as Anthropic and OpenAI choose who gets to carry out the reviews. Reuters is reporting details of these negotiations between the evaluators and the AI labs for the first time.
Beyond the perfect CV: How AI is changing the search for talent
AI-assisted recruitment can help employers process applications faster and uncover skills they might otherwise miss. Yet screening systems may overlook candidates with unconventional career paths, unfamiliar credentials or experience from smaller cities. The article examines how employers can balance hiring efficiency with fair assessment and a broader search for talent.
KTR seeks cancellation of Rs 3,296-crore Telangana road tenders, alleges irregularities
KT Rama Rao has raised concerns about irregularities in the Radial Road-2 tender process, alleging misconduct by the Telangana government. He questions the fairness of contractor selections and disqualifications of lower bidders. Rao demands a comprehensive inquiry and the cancellation of the tenders due to potential financial loss. He insists on transparency in all tendering processes to protect public funds.
Peter Cundill’s investing lessons: Why patience, research and value matter in stock picking
Peter Cundill’s value-investing philosophy centred on buying undervalued stocks with a margin of safety, conducting thorough research and exercising patience. His approach stressed examining business fundamentals, setting clear investment criteria, maintaining an investment journal and reassessing decisions when facts changed, offering lessons for investors seeking long-term wealth creation.
Beyond America: Top nations where Indian tech professionals can find overseas job prospects and career growth
Indian technology professionals are exploring new global opportunities as US immigration policies change. Countries like Australia, Canada, and Germany offer various pathways for skilled workers. These professionals need to understand specific immigration routes and requirements in each destination. Securing job offers does not guarantee visa eligibility, as requirements can vary significantly.
The auditor is no longer alone. There’s another intelligence in the room
Auditors are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of audits in India. These technological advancements allow auditors to analyze vast amounts of data and detect inconsistencies effectively. AI tools automate repetitive audit tasks, which helps auditors focus on more complex decision-making processes. The role of human judgment remains essential, as AI cannot replace professional expertise in audits.
SSDI Benefits 2026: Why having a medical condition alone may not be enough to qualify - Check work credit rules and average monthly payment
Social Security Disability Insurance will provide financial support to eligible individuals unable to work due to health issues. In 2026, the average monthly benefit payment is estimated to be around $1,630, influenced by the applicant's work history. Eligibility requires meeting specific work credit requirements which may vary by age. Individuals can also engage in trial work without losing their benefits, as defined by the SSA.
Highway engineers to face rating cuts for failures
Major structural collapses and severe serviceability losses in national highway projects are classified as catastrophic failures, leading to penalties for responsible concessionaires and enforcement of accountability.
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