GEN Y
Travel platforms and hotels see uptick in bookings for Diwali
An impressive uptick in Diwali travel bookings has been recorded this year, surpassing last year's figures. Online travel sites report a boom in both domestic and international reservations, particularly among Gen Z adventurers. These travellers are opting for extended holidays and making early bookings, indicating a shift towards peaceful, eco-friendly options that allow them to escape the hustle of urban life.
Entry norms for GPU bidders eased, but price pain remains
Bidders will not be required to submit a financial bid or commit to service level terms at the first stage, which will be for technical qualification. This is a significant change from the previous IndiaAI process. The minimum technical qualifying score has been reduced to 60 out of 100, compared with 75 under the IndiaAI framework.
Vivo Y32 5G features: Tired of charging your phone every day? This smartphone packs 8,000mAh battery & military-grade protection; check detailed specifications
Vivo Y32 5G features: Vivo Y32 5G has been listed with an 8,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor and IP68 and IP69 ratings. The smartphone also features a 120Hz display, 50MP rear camera and 44W fast charging. Here's a look at its specifications, battery, camera features, colours and expected availability.
Technology overtakes brand in influencing India’s car-buying decisions: Report
Technology and advanced features have outpaced brand loyalty in influencing car purchases among Indian consumers. A recent Bain & Co survey reveals that 68% of premium car buyers prefer established brands. Furthermore, around 80% of Indian buyers utilize AI during their car purchase journey. The survey also found a significant openness towards electric vehicles among consumers, particularly among younger generations.
Piramal Finance shares jump 4% as Q2 profit rises 67% YoY to Rs 545 crore, NII jumps 35% YoY
Piramal Finance shares rose nearly 4% after Q2 FY27 net profit surged 67% year-on-year to Rs 545 crore. Assets under management grew 24%, while retail disbursements increased 34%. The company strengthened its capital base, expanded AI adoption, improved operational efficiency, and appointed former SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara as Independent Director.
Software majors add more hands in Q2 on deal wins, growth optimism
Data showed the top six had added a net 5,500 to their rolls in the April-June quarter. Employee data of Infosys, the country’s second-largest software exporter, isn’t included in these calculations as the company is due to announce earnings on October 23 and hasn’t shared its latest manpower data.
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PDA-Muslim Yadav-Gen Z combination will wipe out BJP: Akhilesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav aims to broaden the anti-BJP coalition in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 assembly elections. He says the unison of Muslim-Yadav, backward classes and a growing number of disgruntled Gen Z voters would remove BJP from power. Yadav questions why people in plain clothes who attacked the protestors were not arrested. The SP leader also accuses the Centre of failing to protect Indian citizens during the conflict between the United States and Iran.
Meesho shares surge 5% as strong festive sales, Q2 biz update boost sentiment. Should you buy?
Meesho shares rallied as much as 5% after the company reported a 75% year-on-year jump in Day 1 orders during its Mega Blockbuster Sale 2026. Orders on Meesho Mall surged over 200%, while creator-led commerce grew 3.7 times. Meanwhile, Nomura initiated coverage with a Reduce rating, citing rising competition, while UBS raised its target price by 24% to Rs 260.
Iran-US war: Is key Donald Trump ally Saudi Arabia losing battle against Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen?
Iran-US war: The latest attack on the Saudi airport drew condemnations from Arab countries, including Iraq, Lebanon and Syria, as well as U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
From T-shirts to ramp walks, political parties rethink how they woo Gen Z
Youth-led protests have prompted political parties to engage Gen Z through informal outreach methods, combining traditional and modern approaches. Parties like Samajwadi Party and Shiromani Akali Dal are launching youth campaigns focusing on issues relevant to students. BJP has adapted its strategies for first-time voters, featuring Prime Minister Modi in interactive events. Congress has organized concert-style interactions with students to foster communication on their concerns.
AI crowds out fresh grads at Wall Street tech hubs in India
The landscape of entry-level employment for Indian graduates is shifting dramatically due to advancements in AI. As machines tackle more mundane tasks, the demand for conventional positions dwindles. This reality compels new graduates to acquire advanced skills for job acquisition. In response, universities are incorporating AI-focused programs to better equip students.
Meesho shares jump 6% as content commerce NMV grows 152% in Q2. Buy, sell or hold the stock?
Meesho shares rose after strong growth in its Content Commerce business, with NMV increasing 152% year-on-year. Brokerages remain divided, with UBS and Jefferies positive on the stock, while Nomura has a Reduce call.
DUSU Election Results 2026 LIVE: ABVP wins President, secretary and joint secretary posts in DUSU polls; independent Deepanshu Shokeen bags vice-President post
DUSU Election results 2026 (Google Trends): DUSU election results 2026 are beginning to counting today at 8 AM as ABVP’s Yash Dabas, NSUI’s Vijay Shankar Meena and AISA-SFI’s Ananya Raturi face off in the Delhi University Students’ Union presidential contest. Follow live updates on the four central posts, candidate-wise results, vote counting and key developments.
A 2024 review investigated the ‘immortal jellyfish’ and found that it can reverse its life cycle through cellular reprogramming, revealing clues to biological rejuvenation that may also carry cancer risks in humans
The immortal jellyfish, known scientifically as Turritopsis dohrnii, possesses an extraordinary ability to reverse its life cycle when under stress. This fascinating process encompasses cellular transdifferentiation and alterations in gene activity. Researchers are delving into its DNA repair and telomere maintenance strategies. Although humans can also reprogram cells, such procedures carry associated cancer risks. Insights from this jellyfish could pave the way for innovative regenerative therapies targeting age-related ailments.
A new army of forward deployed engineers are rewriting the playbook at Indian IT services companies
Everyone wants FDEs, but where are these specialised engineers? IT firms turn to reskilling & adjacent talent pools as FDE demand outpaces supply, writes Shristi Achar.
MeitY eyes R&D guidelines rejig for capital efficiency, industry links
The move comes after the parliamentary standing committee on communications & information technology has repeatedly prodded the Ministry to increase the body of grassroots research in the sector by upgrading the terms of its R&D schemes, and explore a long-term action plan to accelerate tech advancement in the country.
Why millennials are not a marketing shortcut
In India, the 400 million strong millennial segment in the age group 18-36 years (median age 29-32 years) has a collective spending power of $330 billion.
How Gen Y's spending patterns differ from previous generations
Is this generation, in its zeal to live life to the fullest, throwing caution to the wind? Can overspending and not planning for the future prove to be its undoing?
Salary dissatisfaction common across workforce generations
A study by TimesJobs reveals that 55 per cent Gen Y (those born during the 1980s and early 1990s) were disappointed with their first drawn salaries.
How HR can address leadership issues for GenY
A marked drop in the age group of those undertaking leadership skills training has been observed specially in the services industry.
Working with a Gen-Y boss? Follow these steps for your own and the team's good
Born between mid-80s and mid-90s, also known as the millennials or Gen-Y, they are off to a flying start.
Engaging Gen Y at workplace: Coca Cola, Accenture, Mindtree & others create career progression model
Being an IT company, Accenture makes extensive use of technology to get feedback from young employees and incorporate this into policies.
Bosses don't think highly of younger workers: Study
Around 51% managers said Gen Y workers have unrealistic compensation expectations and 47% believe younger workers have a poor work ethic.
Gen-Y employees want leaders who motivate: Jobbuzz survey
Gen-Y employees aspire to grow big, fast and take up bigger challenges, as soon as they can.
Gen X demands creative freedom, Gen Y attractive salary package: Survey
Almost 35% of Gen X workforce considered job position as the most important deciding factor, whereas for Gen Y salary (42%) is on the top of their priority list, revealed a study.
Companies like Siemens, Essar, HCL Tech, Hexaware woo Gen Y staff to spot future leaders
In case a Gen Y employee quits, the resignation letter is flashed off to director-level officials and efforts are made to retain them.
'Gen Y' employees will be smarter than you
The way we have managed our organisations up until now, will soon become a thing of the past.
India Inc readies for Gen Y, transforming communication, style of management
Young, restless and smart, Gen Y is posing a challenge and may even turn out to be a ‘culture shock’ to many older managers.
Fundamental for managers to groom Gen-Y
Sweeping demographic change will force the funds management (FM) industry to look beyond the ‘baby boomers’ at today’s Gen-Y as wealth accumulators.
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