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India Is Attracting International Students in 2026 — and Campus Inclusion Is the Key
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
To AI or Not to AI: That Is Not the Question
The AI revolution has been one of the fastest to occur. In the workplace, AI has become almost part and parcel of everyday life. In fact, one could go to the extent to say that AI has changed workplace decision-making and overall functionality. The question we are addressing today is not whether this change is
The Circular Reckoning: What a New Packaging Law Means Beyond Packaging
On August 12, 2026, a new rule came into force across the European Union – the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation or PPWR. If your organization isn’t part of sustainability, procurement, or supply chain, you’ve probably never heard of it; but this article aims to fix that problem. And, one might not need an ESG
myAvtar Career Conference (MACC) 2026: All About HR
myAvtar Career Conference (MACC) 2026: All About HR Step into the future of work with myAvtar Career Conference (MACC) 2026: All About HR. Download the MACC 2026: All About HR event brochure for a quick look at the speakers, session titles, agenda, and expert profiles powering the conversations on the future of work.
Reports
Why We Work – Pan India research by Avtar, sponsored by EY GDS
“Why We Work” is a landmark, first-of-its-kind pan-India research by Avtar, sponsored by EY GDS, exploring what drives India’s diverse workforce. At a time when the nation is experiencing transformational economic, social, and technological change, this study offers an in-depth view of India’s diverse workforce of over 500 million individuals. Engaging over 10,000 professionals across
Women in STEM: The India Story
Women in STEM – The India Story is a landmark, pan-India research by Avtar and CII, in examining the realities shaping women’s participation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in India. At a time when India is advancing toward its Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, the study offers a comprehensive view of how gender, education, work
Engendering the Indian Construction Industry
Engendering the Indian Construction Industry This report, developed by EFI, CII, and ILO, in partnership with Avtar, examines gender inequality in India’s construction sector, which contributes 9% to GDP but employs only 7 million women out of 57 million workers. Women remain significantly underrepresented in leadership and technical roles, holding only 1.4% of managerial or
Case Study
TVS Motor Company’s Transformative DEI Path
TVS Motor Company’s Transformative DEI Path TVS Motor Company is creating a more inclusive workplace through ASCENT for Women, The Unnati Program
Transunion GCC India’s Well-rounded DEI Approach
Transunion GCC India’s Well-rounded DEI Approach TransUnion is building an inclusive GCC through programmes such as i-Refer, i-Grow and the 3-6-3 career
The Inspiring Path of Abbott in DEI
The Inspiring Path of Abbott in DEI Abbott’s DEI journey is built on its 5 Pillars of Abbott India’s DEI Program, combining
Whitepapers
Global Gender Parity Sprint: Why India’s race is harder
The Global Gender Parity Sprint by the World Economic Forum, a public–private initiative to accelerate
Workplace Culture Trends of 2026: Realities shaping today’s workplaces
As workplaces navigate AI disruption, hybrid fatigue, generational complexity, and growing ideological divides, culture is
Podcasts
Career Pivots in a Tech-Driven World: From Business Function to Strategic Leadership
Career transitions, today, are less about changing roles and more about redefining value. In this podcast episode “Career Pivots in a Tech-Driven World: From Business Function …
From Execution to Influence: The Evolving Role of Women Leaders
Women leaders are often recognised for flawless execution—but true leadership growth begins when execution evolves into influence. In this episode, From Execution to Influence: The …
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