Amid immigration debate in MAGA camp, Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu cracks the code on rising talent migration from India

4 days, 12 hours ago

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu praises Chinese entrepreneurs, ‘source of inspiration for me’—here’s why

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu, in a post on X on Saturday, appreciated Chinese companies that have survived corruption and protectionism measures in the economy. Such companies, he said, have inspired him whenever he was “tempted to complain.” In the post, Vembu praised Chinese entrepreneurs. According to Vembu, Chinese entrepreneurs use exports as a “survival tactic”. “Chinese entrepreneurs focus on exports …

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1 week, 5 days ago

‘Demographic suicide’: Zoho's Sridhar Vembu on 70-hour workweek suggestion

Hindustan Times

IT giant Zoho Corporation's CEO Sridhar Vembu recently questioned the 70-hour work week suggestion, talking about the dark side of working “ourselves to demographic suicide.” Sridhar Vembu, CEO of Zoho Corporation said he believes the 70-hour workweek has greater pitfalls than benefits "The rationale behind the 70-hour work week is "it is necessary for economic development". If you look at …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Envisioning India as a global skill supplier

The Hindu

In an address in August, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said that he was hopeful that India’s skilled workforce will play a prominent role in the global job market. India’s efforts have mostly revolved around bilateral agreements on international labour mobility with different countries covering aspects such as social security, skills, protection, and welfare. The way forward The critical step …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

'Leave India, it's high time': Startup founder's controversial advice to Indians with high salaries

Hindustan Times

An Indian entrepreneur and startup founder took to Reddit to advice “high salaried individuals” to leave the country and move abroad claiming that India is amazing but not the best for innovation. The user also highlighted the issue of regional differences, claiming that he faced "regional hate" almost every week from sabziwalas, autodrivers, cab drivers, restaurant and more. He also …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Narayan Murthy warns of mass migration to Bengaluru due to THIS ‘challenge’

Live Mint

Infosys co-founder and tech pioneer Narayana Murthy warned on Friday that if climate change is not addressed promptly, it could lead to mass migration to cities like Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad from regions that may become uninhabitable due to changing temperatures and weather patterns. As reported by the Times of India, Murthy said in an event in Pune, “We in …

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3 weeks ago

Supply of high-tech talent rises

China Daily

College jobseekers look for suitable occupations at a campus career fair in Fuyang, Anhui province, on Nov 16. Despite the rising competition, average monthly salaries in these sectors have shown slight increases, signaling a continuing demand for skilled professionals in emerging industries, the 2024 annual talent migration report said. Between January and October 2024, the average monthly salary for new …

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3 weeks ago

India's new G20 talent visa is all set to attract top scholars from G20 nations

India Today

India is taking a bold step toward becoming a global hub for academic collaboration and innovation with the launch of the G20 Talent Visa. The G20 Talent Visa, categorised under the S-5 student visa sub-category, is designed to provide international scholars with opportunities to engage in academic and research activities in India. "It is informed that Ministry of Home Affairs …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

India job outlook 2025: How IT, energy, infra, logistics will drive hiring

India Today

Employers in India are more optimistic about increased hiring next year compared to their global counterparts. According to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook report, which surveyed 3,000 employers, 53 per cent plan to hire while 13 per cent anticipate a reduction in staffing levels during Q1 2025. Sonal Arora, country manager of GI Group Holding, stated: “Overall, 2024 was a …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

India will emerge global powerhouse for skilled talent by 2030

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Wheebox ETS India Skills Report 2025, in collaboration with CII, Taggd, AICTE, and AIU, unveils a strategic vision for "Global Talent Mobility" underscores India’s pivotal role in addressing global workforce demand, skills required fueled by rising employability, an optimistic hiring intent, and a roadmap for 2030. With 65% of the Indian workforce under 35 years old, India’s youthful …

India

1 month ago

Vishnu Vardhan: National federation needs to be more open to fresh ideas; already hit rock-bottom

The Hindu

Davis Cupper J. Vishnu Vardhan, fresh from guiding Hyderabad Strikers to title triumph in the sixth edition of Tennis Premier League, feels that it is always easy to blame any federation for not doing this or that. “I sincerely hope things will start moving in the right direction soon,” the 37-year-old indefatigable tennis player from the city informed Sportstar. “Given …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zoho CEO Sirdhar Vembu calls for balance in AI growth: ‘… jobs could see a revival’

Live Mint

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu has shared a bold outlook on the future of AI and its potential to transform the job market. “Think of AI para-legals, AI call center agents, AI accountants, AI video production specialists, AI software engineers,” Vembu wrote. However, Vembu noted that as AI takes over these modern roles, traditional jobs could see a revival. “Oddly enough, …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Transforming leaders of today and tomorrow for far-reaching changes that lie ahead

Live Mint

In a rapidly changing world, being prepared is everything. Francesco Buquicchio, Global CEO, Egon Zehnder—who is in India to mark Egon Zehnder celebrating 30 years of being in this country—and Vineet Hemrajani, Managing Partner, Egon Zehnder India share their insights on the trends in CEO succession, leadership and organisation effectiveness, driving impactful change and more. Vineet Hemrajani, Managing Partner, Egon …

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2 months ago

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu slams Freshworks’ 13% layoffs amid 22% revenue growth: ‘This corporate greed is unacceptable’

Live Mint

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu voiced strong criticism after Freshworks announced layoffs of 660 employees, warning that “naked greed” from corporate America is seeping into India. Vembu’s comments come amid recent layoffs at Freshworks, a Chennai-based competitor, which reported a 22 per cent revenue increase but cut 13 per cent of its workforce. “Don’t you have the vision to invest $400 …

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2 months ago

Jaishankar sees 4 key areas that will benefit India after Donald Trump’s election win: ‘Businesses can move as well…’

Live Mint

India’s External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, identified several key consequences following the results of the US presidential elections, viewing them as opportunities for deepening US-India ties. Speaking to business leaders and CEOs in Sydney, Jaishankar outlined four crucial areas of impact, including supply chain reordering, geopolitical hedging, digitisation, and talent mobility. Supply Chain Shifts: India Ready for Disruption Jaishankar pointed …

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2 months ago

Talent shortage, candidates’ demands delay hiring closures: Mint+Shine study

Live Mint

MUMBAI, NEW DELHI : A muted job market does not mean employers have it easy. "A few hurdles in recruiting are talent shortage, high competition for the right talent, changing workforce preferences, evolving job roles, lengthy hiring processes, geographical constraints, etc.," found the study titled Mint + Shine Talent Insights Report. Top recruitment challenges The study revealed that 39% feel …

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2 months ago

Trump’s Immigration, Outsourcing Policies Can Hit India’s It Sector

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai: US President Donald Trump’s tough stance on immigration laws, especially H-1B visas, and outsourcing can potentially restrict the American dreams of Indian professionals while impacting costs and growth of Indian IT companies. Stricter policies on outsourcing and possible restrictions on H-1B visas could disrupt India’s IT sector, which relies heavily on the US market. In his previous term, Trump’s …

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2 months, 1 week ago

IBM: The Right Training Can Make Youth in India's Small Towns More Employable

The Hindu

IBM India head Sandip Patel emphasizes the importance of training and skills development for youth in India's small towns and cities to become more employable in the tech industry. He highlights the country's strengths as a large talent base and the potential of Tier 2, 3, and 4 cities and towns to produce skilled workforce. IBM has been actively conducting …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Missing Skilled Workers: The Green Job Shortage in India

Live Mint

The article explores the issue of career greenwashing and the shortage of skilled professionals in the green jobs market in India. It highlights the high number of applications received for jobs related to sustainability, despite the lack of depth of knowledge about the subject among candidates. The article emphasizes the need for skilled individuals in the ESG space, particularly at …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Upskilling India's Workforce: A Roadmap for the Future Economy

Hindustan Times

The article highlights the need for India to invest in skill development and upskilling its workforce to address the challenges of a rapidly changing job market. The government's recent policy aims to enhance skill development for its youth through various initiatives, including the Skill India Mission and the launch of a new scheme focused on collaborative efforts between state and …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

How GCCs are redefining innovation

Hindustan Times

India's economic rise in recent decades can be attributed in part to a powerful force: Global Capability Centres. Technology {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} India's vast pool of skilled professionals, estimated at over 5.4 million in the IT industry alone, initially made it a magnet for GCCs. With projections indicating a potential revenue of $80 billion and an employee base exceeding …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru houses 35% of BFSI global capability centres

New Indian Express

BENGALURU: Bengaluru secures the top spot as the premier destination for Banking, financial services and insurance Global Capability Centres, as it houses 35% of all BFSI GCCs. The city also houses a thriving talent ecosystem, where 26% of active job seekers bring the in-demand skills that fuel industry innovation, talent solutions provider Careernet said in a report. Bengaluru is followed …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Now Hiring! THESE Sectors Set To Recruit More Fresh Graduates In H2 2024: Report

ABP News

The job market for recent graduates is showing positive signs of improvement. Nearly 72 per cent of employers plan to hire fresh graduates between July and December 2024, according to the TeamLease EdTech’s Career Outlook Report. Specifically, 61 per cent of employers in e-commerce and tech startups, 59 per cent in engineering and infrastructure, and 54 per cent in retail …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

America is sabotaging itself in the global battle for talent

Hindustan Times

Who said the following? Most rich countries are reluctant to let in many more labourers or asylum-seekers, but claim to be eager to attract top talent, especially in fields deemed strategic or of obvious benefit to voters. As for America, though it has the world’s most attractive labour market, it has one of the world’s most dysfunctional immigration systems. Studies …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

TCS to hire 40,000 freshers this year: ‘India is the destination for talent’

Hindustan Times

Tata Consultancy Services plans to hire approximately 40,000 freshers in the current financial year, the company said. TCS Chief HR Officer Milind Lakkad said, "India is the destination for talent, and that is not going to change in the near future. Milind Lakkad noted that while about 70% of employees have returned to office “the idea is not punitive but …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Nearly half of India's working professionals want to switch jobs this year: PwC survey

Hindustan Times

Around 43% of Indian employees are likely to switch jobs this year, according to a survey by PwC Global, which also highlights that more employees around the world are likely to switch jobs this year compared to the great resignation of 2022. More employees worldwide are likely to resign or switch jobs compared to the great resignation of 2022 The …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

Number of millionaires leaving India will reduce in 2024: Report

Hindustan Times

India will lose fewer millionaires to migration in 2024, compared with the previous two years, according to The Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2024. Representational Around 4,300 millionaires are likely to exit the country in 2024 compared with 5,100 in the previous year, according to the report. The UAE is likely to be the largest beneficiary, gaining 6,800 millionaires in …

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7 months ago

India lost the manufacturing race to China. Here's why it could still succeed

NPR

India lost the manufacturing race to China. The Ticking Clock For Indian Economic Development While India’s economy has fallen dramatically behind China’s in recent decades, it’s been looking better recently. “Today, when India enters, it's not competing with Western countries, it is competing with Bangladesh, Vietnam, and still China,” Rajan says. To achieve this vision, Rajan believes India needs to …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Global Graduate Outlook Survey points at changing trends

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: While 72 per cent of Indian graduates still choose to study abroad, this number has declined from 80 per cent in 2023, according to the 2024 Global Graduate Outlook Survey by the CFA Institute. However, 72 per cent of these graduates plan to return to India for employment, indicating a strong inclination to leverage global education while seeking professional …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Hyderabad, Navi Mumbai, and Pune among Dynamic Talent Hubs

Deccan Chronicle

Mumba: KPMG in India unveils key insights from its latest ‘Talent Feasibility Report,’ shedding light on the evolving talent dynamics in India and the emergence of Hyderabad, Navi Mumbai, and Pune as dynamic talent hubs. Key Elements: 90% of the companies leveraging the talent pool of satellite cities like Navi Mumbai, and Gurugram are highly satisfied with the outcomes of …

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7 months, 4 weeks ago

Japanese CEO moves to Bengaluru, says ‘will live life with the help of Indians’

Hindustan Times

“I’m relocating to India and I’m going to start living in Bengaluru…,” wrote Tech Japan’s founder CEO Naotaka Nishiyama on LinkedIn. “I decided that it is important for me, as the founder CEO, to actually live in India and make a commitment, rather than sending someone else.” Nishiyama also said that he “will live his life with the help of …

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8 months ago

‘Destruction of jobs’: India election turns spotlight on a dream gone sour

Al Jazeera

India’s workforce is getting more informalised, and the quality of employment has suffered since the COVID-19 pandemic. Sahu’s experience is characteristic not only of India’s growing gig economy, but Even in the formal sector, about 18 percent of workers did not have work contracts that could protect them. ‘Slippage’ in job quality While India’s economy is pegged to grow at …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

No quick fix for city's aging workforce

China Daily

The third policy dimension is concerned with attracting overseas talent and importing manual workers as a quick fix in the medium term. ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office says labor and talent shortages may increasingly constrain Hong Kong’s economic growth and undermine the city’s competitiveness as a vital financial and business hub. It suggests the government conduct sustained talent attraction and labor …

Talent

8 months, 2 weeks ago

No quick fix for city's aging workforce

China Daily

The third policy dimension is concerned with attracting overseas talent and importing manual workers as a quick fix in the medium term. ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office says labor and talent shortages may increasingly constrain Hong Kong’s economic growth and undermine the city’s competitiveness as a vital financial and business hub. It suggests the government conduct sustained talent attraction and labor …

Talent

9 months, 2 weeks ago

Start-up Interest Declining Among Students: Unstop Talent Report 2024

The Hindu

An annual report released by Unstop, a talent discovery, engagement and hiring platform for students and graduates, revealed a declining interest among college and university students in working for start-ups. The annual Unstop Talent Report 2024, based on responses from over 11,000 students, university partners, and human resources practitioners across the country, showed a drop from the previous year to …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Zoho's Sridhar Vembu advises India: ‘Ultra-competitive exam pressure on children will…’

Hindustan Times

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu said that a renewed mindset is needed so that we can focus less on exams and move away from putting "ultra-competitive exam pressure on children and young adults". In response to a FITJEE “India has to get out of this ultra-competitive exam pressure on children and young adults. This is one area where I would *not* …

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10 months, 1 week ago

Talent development is a key priority for Indian companies in 2024: LinkedIn

Deccan Chronicle

LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network, has released its latest Workplace Learning Report which points out that 94% of companies in India plan to enhance their employees’ skills and abilities this year, as AI continues to reshape the world of work. According to the report, upskilling employees, aligning learning programs to business goals, and creating a culture of learning are …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Hong Kong 'talent drain' reports rebutted

China Daily

A view of the Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong, China. Editor's note: Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin refuted reports of a brain drain from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at a regular news conference in Beijing on Monday. The reality is that Hong Kong's strong appeal to global talent continues to grow and there is no so-called talent …

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1 year ago

Hiring in India: 37% employers planning to increase staff strength by 2024 March

Live Mint

India has one of the strongest hiring sentiments in the world over the next three months, with 37 percent of businesses planning to increase their staff levels in response to strong domestic demand, a report has stated. As per the survey, India and the Netherlands reported strongest net employment outlooks at 37 percent, followed by Costa Rica and the US …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Vantage | Why is India slipping in global talent rankings?

Firstpost

Maya Angelou once said, “I believe that every person is born with talent.” That’s a generous thought and might be true, but capitalism strongly disagrees. This brings us to the global talent competitiveness index, which is an annual list covering 134 countries. However, not all Asian countries were so lucky, for example India, which received the worst ranking among Brazil, …

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1 year, 3 months ago

LinkedIn Report: AI-Accelerated Workplace Changes Will Impact 65% of Jobs by 2030

Deccan Chronicle

Mumbai: The skills needed for jobs are estimated to change by at least 65% by 2030 as rapid developments in AI accelerate workplace change, according to the latest report from LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network. And with AI as a tool, HR professionals can focus on simplifying routine tasks, diving deeper into valuable, people-centric responsibilities, and ensuring their businesses …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Indian economic prospects may require a more realistic analysis

Live Mint

The chaos and cacophony of bazaars have a life-affirming quality. Walking through a Delhi bazaar last week, chatting with friendly shopkeepers and roadside merchants and revelling in the warm glow of traditional India, it was impossible not to feel optimistic about the country’s prospects. Recall that, in 2020-21, India’s economy, still recovering from an unwarranted demonetization, contracted by 7% as …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Soft skills and AI capability key for Indians to thrive in Future of Work: LinkedIn

Deccan Chronicle

India: LinkedIn, has launched its first ever global Future of Work: State of Work at AI report, highlighting the rising prominence of Artificial Intelligence in the world of work. Ashutosh Gupta, Country Manager at LinkedIn India says, “As AI shapes the future of work, India recognises the importance of human potential and the pivotal role that soft skills will play …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Explained | Empowering talented Indians for global work

India Today

Recently, Minister of External Affairs of India Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said in one of the podcast interviews, "Why should a talented Indian be restricted from working anywhere in the world.” This made me think, why do you have to settle abroad permanently? They simplify complex situations, expedite tasks, offer cultural context, and promote economic growth in order to make the global …

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1 year, 5 months ago

The economic impact of the Indian diaspora

Hindustan Times

For much of India’s post-independence history, Indians moving abroad have been viewed with suspicion. Today, politicians of different hues — from Narendra Modi to Rahul Gandhi — strive hard to reach out to the Indian diaspora during their trips abroad. In particular, the positive experiences of two large developing countries — China and India — have helped reshape views on …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Why are the rich leaving India?

Live Mint

India is expected to lose 6,500 high net-worth individuals, worth $1 million or more this year, according to Henley and Partners, an advisory firm on investment-linked visas. Last year, India lost 7,500 HNWIs, the 3rd highest after China and war-wrecked Russia. The report said “these outflows are not particularly concerning as India produces far more new millionaires than it loses …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Quick edit: Exit of the rich

Live Mint

The latest estimates of the number of rich Indians leaving the country don’t have much for India to cheer about. According to the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2023, as many as 6,500 high net-worth individuals are expected to leave India this year. Though down from 7,500 in 2022, this would still be the world’s second highest, after China, which …

India

1 year, 6 months ago

Explained: Why are 6,500 super-rich expected to leave India in 2023?

Firstpost

The estimate comes courtesy of the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2023. Indian Express quoted Sunita Singh-Dalal, Partner, Private Wealth & Family Offices at Hourani, as saying that “prohibitive tax legislation coupled with convoluted, complex rules relating to outbound remittances that are open to misinterpretation and abuse, are but a few issues that have triggered the trend of investment migration …

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1 year, 7 months ago

India's GDP growth exceeds expectations, but key to 'Amrit Kaal' lies in manufacturing

Firstpost

The coming 24-25 years will be crucial to India in determining its stakes as a global political and economic power. The fifth-largest economy now needs to gear up to its highest potential, with the manufacturing sector being given a fair chance to show its charisma Outperforming expectations, India’s GDP grew at the rate of 6.1 per cent in the last …

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