Author name: Manasi Viswanathan

For decades, India has been recognized as a global source of exceptional talent. Despite facing its share of criticism, the country’s higher education ecosystem has consistently demonstrated resilience, scale, and the ability to produce graduates who succeed on the world stage. Today, that reputation is evolving. Through initiatives such as the Government of India’s Study […]

Work as we knew it shifted in 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated hybrid models, redefining boundaries and blurring the lines between personal and professional life. This change brought to light a stark reality – the reality that employees don’t operate in isolation; their personal responsibilities move with them. The post-pandemic return to work has only intensified this need. As employees

Long gone are the days when career wellness was defined by stable jobs and good-enough compensation. In the era of long careers and frequent disruptions career wellness takes up a more holistic state. Individuals are now more informed, capable, and future-ready in their professional journeys. In this evolving landscape, skilling has emerged the tool of choice for sustained career wellness. Skilling

At a time when India is positioning itself as a global economic powerhouse, workplace inclusion can no longer remain a peripheral conversation. An inclusive labor ecosystem is not only a matter of social justice, but economic necessity. Across industries and geographies, Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) continue to face persistent and most often, invisible barriers in

A power-packed panel discussion on inclusive leadership as the key to high-performance workplaces took place at the Best of the Best Conference by Avtar & Seramount on November 13, 2025, in Chennai. The panel, moderated by Karthik Ekambaram, Chief Sales Officer, Avtar Group, boasted HR leaders such as Amit Vaish, Vice President, Human Capital &

Understanding Organizational Vitality – Unboxing Leadership by Rethinking Power, Presence, and Empathy was the core of the panel discussion at the Best of the Best Conference by Avtar & Seramount on November 12, 2025, in Chennai. This powerful discussion boasted industry leaders such as Geetha Ramaoorthi, Managing Director, KBR India; Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, InterContinental

The constant buzzing of work calls, emails and messages has become a dark reality for many. The “always-on” culture has not only set impossible expectations but is also celebrated as a sign of a good employee. The Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 challenges this narrative, bringing to the forefront one of the most democratic modern-day