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21.08.26 - 10:54
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Why India is betting $1.2 billion on homegrown construction equipment (Times of India)
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India plans a $1.2 billion incentive scheme for advanced equipment manufacturing. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on China for critical machinery. The government expects fresh investment and domestic production growth over seven years. The scheme will cover tunnel boring machines and fire-fighting equipment. This move supports India's growing infrastructure development needs....
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15.08.26 - 11:36
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Why India′s GCC boom is facing a talent problem — and what companies want next (Times of India)
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Talent shortages are a growing strategic risk for India's global capability centres. These skill gaps are delaying product launches and limiting digital transformation programs. Rising costs and employee pressure are also contributing to the talent challenge. GCCs need to significantly increase investment in AI-ready talent and skills. Strengthening talent ecosystems will ensure India's continued leadership in the global GCC landscape....
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03.03.26 - 11:31
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Middle east crisis: GCCs may see short-term hit; here′s why India might ultimately win (Times of India)
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Middle East tensions could temporarily disrupt India's global capability center (GCC) growth. While immediate investments might pause due to uncertainty, experts suggest companies may eventually shift operations to India for greater stability. This could position India as a key beneficiary, though prolonged conflict impacting oil prices poses a risk to global tech spending and India's GCC ambitions....
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11.02.26 - 07:42
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Titan CFO on Gold Volatility, Indian Wedding Demand (Bloomberg)
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Titan CFO Ashok Sonthalia joins Insight to break down how soaring gold prices, sudden volatility, and India's peak wedding season shaped the company's strong jewelry performance. He discusses supply management, hedging strategies, shifting consumer behavior, and Titan's broader fashion and accessories businesses. Sonthalia also outlines the company's global ambitions—from GCC markets to Canada—and explains why rising per‑capita incomes and stable gold trends are key tailwinds for growth.
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15.01.26 - 13:48
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India′s GCC momentum: No longer offshore units, they are growth and job creation engines (Times of India)
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Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are transforming from mere cost centers to innovation hubs, driving product development and strategic decisions for multinational corporations. Hiring is now focused on specialised skills in AI, cloud, and data, with GCCs increasingly owning end-to-end product lifecycles and shaping global strategies, signaling a profound shift in the nation's talent and economic landscape....
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27.12.25 - 11:18
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Saudi Arabia leads GCC in Indian deportations: Over 13,000 workers sent home in 2025 (Times of India)
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In 2025, Gulf states intensified enforcement of migrant labour laws, leading to the deportation of thousands of Indian workers, particularly from Saudi Arabia. Most cases stemmed from visa overstays, permit violations, and misleading recruitment practices. The trend underscores growing regulatory scrutiny and highlights the urgent need for better pre-departure awareness, ethical recruitment, and migrant legal literacy....
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