As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries globally, Indian enterprises are rapidly adapting to meet the demands of deploying AI solutions in real-world business scenarios. A recent report, India’s FDE Opportunity Report by Scaler and CyberMedia Research (CMR), highlights a significant trend: the growing necessity for engineers skilled in forward deployment of AI technologies—referred…

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into recruitment is reshaping both job applications and hiring decisions. Candidates increasingly leverage AI tools to craft resumes, tailor cover letters, and prepare for interviews with greater efficiency. Simultaneously, recruiters employ AI-powered applicant tracking systems (ATS) to sift through ever-growing volumes of applications swiftly, aiming to identify qualified candidates…

India’s Global Capability Centers (GCCs) are witnessing a significant shift in hiring priorities as artificial intelligence (AI) skills become increasingly crucial across a broad spectrum of roles. Recent analysis highlights that nearly 65% of new GCC job openings in 2026 mandate AI-related competencies, signaling a profound evolution in the regional employment landscape. Traditionally, GCCs in…

The aviation sector is gearing up for unprecedented growth, with industry forecasts estimating a need for 2.44 million new pilots, cabin crew, and maintenance technicians by 2045. This surge aligns with expanding global air travel, as the passenger count is expected to double to 10 billion annually, pushing the global fleet above 45,000 aircraft. However,…

As India Inc approaches the 2027 appraisal season, hiring and HR professionals are closely monitoring compensation trends amid an uncertain economic backdrop. Analysts and recruitment experts agree that salary increases are expected to remain modest due to a combination of rising operational costs, inflationary pressures, geopolitical tensions, and a slowing job market. Several factors are…

Recruiting top talent quickly and cost-effectively remains a significant challenge for fast-growing startups. Recognizing this pain point, Jooba has launched an innovative AI-native recruiting firm that integrates custom AI sourcing agents with human talent engineering to streamline the hiring process. Backed by $4 million in seed funding from a16z Speedrun, Scribble Ventures, and Genius Ventures,…

The infusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the tech industry is fundamentally altering hiring dynamics, especially for entry-level technical positions. According to a recent report by Anthropic, a leading AI research company, the proportion of junior technical hires has markedly declined from 27% in late 2025 to just 9% by October 2026. This significant change…

Hunar.AI, a cutting-edge AI hiring startup founded in 2022, announced a significant milestone by securing Rs 40 crore in a Series A funding round led by Blume Ventures. This funding aims to accelerate the development of its conversational artificial intelligence platform, designed specifically to streamline the hiring, training, and retention processes for frontline workers. The…

LTM Ltd., formerly known as LTIMindtree, is witnessing a significant shift in its business model driven by a growing emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI) projects. CEO Venu Lamba recently highlighted that AI now represents 13.4% of the company’s revenue, reflecting a strategic pivot to capture the expanding AI market despite steady overall technology spending by…

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has highlighted a critical workforce challenge facing many developed countries: a persistent shortage of skilled workers. This shortage threatens productivity, innovation, and economic growth across advanced economies, driven by the interplay of ageing populations, rapid technological change, and evolving economic priorities. According to the OECD’s 2026 report,…