Tech hiring has been cautious recently, with even major tech firms reducing their workforce. However, the demand for IT professionals remains strong due to ongoing needs for updates, new features, and security patches, driven by advancements in AI, machine learning, and blockchain.
The Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) organised University Connect in Bengaluru to facilitate connections between Japanese businesses seeking Indian talent and Karnataka's top colleges. The event featured 10 Japanese companies and 7 Indian institutions, aiming to encourage students to explore job opportunities in Japan. JETRO plans to expand its university network in Karnataka to support Japanese businesses in hiring skilled Indian professionals.
India's drone industry witnessed remarkable growth, demanding skills in UAV piloting, data analysis, and software development. Courses in robotics, aerodynamics, and programming became essential. Entry-level salaries ranged from Rs 4-8 lakh annually. The sector also favored freelance roles, offering project-based flexibility for drone pilots and analysts in various applications.
Professionals need to take proactive steps in response to technological changes in the workplace. Jaideep Kewalramani advised on driving digital projects, cross-functional collaboration, personal branding, ESG advocacy, and lifelong learning. These actions align personal and organizational goals, enhancing both career advancement and company success.
Proximity bias, favoring in-office employees due to their physical presence, has gained prevalence in remote and hybrid work settings. This bias results in decreased job satisfaction and missed career opportunities for remote workers. Addressing this requires transparent communication, inclusive practices, and equitable policies to ensure a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Indian women are increasingly joining programs to enhance their chances of securing corporate board positions. These programs, run by academic and private organisations, offer essential skills and networking. Although women's representation on boards has grown since the Companies Act 2013, challenges in diversity and inclusion continue to persist. Specialized technological understanding is crucial for effective board decisions.
Private sector bank chiefs saw modest salary hikes in FY24, reflecting the RBI's strict oversight on CEO pay. HDFC Bank’s Sashidhar Jagdishan topped the list with ₹10.77 crore, followed by ICICI’s Sandeep Bakhshi at ₹9.96 crore, and Axis Bank’s Amitabh Chaudhry at ₹9.64 crore.
Tech hiring has been cautious recently, with even major tech firms reducing their workforce. However, the demand for IT professionals remains strong due to ongoing needs for updates, new features, and security patches, driven by advancements in AI, machine learning, and blockchain.
Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn's co-founder, predicts that traditional 9-to-5 jobs might become obsolete by 2034. In India, where millions of young people seek employment, this shift poses both challenges and opportunities.
Lakhs of candidates took the Uttar Pradesh police constable exam at 1,174 centres across 67 districts. Following a previous cancellation due to a paper leak, the exams are now occurring over five days, with strict security in place. Officials anticipate about 9.5 lakh candidates each day.
The job opportunities spanned finance and insurance (1.47 million), operations and support (about 108,000), other service activities (75,000), manufacturing (71,000), transport and storage (59,000), IT and communication (58,000), education (43,000), wholesale and retail (25,000) and health (20,000).
After board exams, students faced CUET and NEET for admission to top institutes. CUET covers multiple subjects, leading to diverse undergraduate programs, while NEET is essential for medical course admissions, focusing solely on science subjects. Both exams are managed by the National Testing Agency.
The ICSI has released the results for the CS Professional Programme June 2024 exam. Candidates can check and download their results on the official ICSI website. The CS Executive Programme results will be out at 2 PM. Toppers for both old and new syllabi have been announced, with Ishika Soni securing the All India Rank 1 in the Professional Programme (Old Syllabus) exam. For more details, visit the ICSI website.
