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Pay hike outlook: India Inc eyes 9% salary growth in 2026; bonuses and skills take centre stage

Indian employees can expect a moderate but steady rise in pay packets in 2026, as companies recalibrate compensation strategies to balance cost pressures, talent retention and productivity in a rapidly evolving workplace, PTI reported citing a survey.Average salaries in India are projected to rise by 9 per cent in 2026, with organisations placing sharper emphasis…

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Diwali cheer! How is India Inc keeping employees happy? Breaks, bonuses & more

This Diwali, companies are joining festivities, making life easier for their employees with flexible work options, extra time off and bonuses. RPG, for example, is following a 50% work-from-home policy which allows employees to work from home or any location they prefer, and adjust their hours with their managers, even during the festive season. For…

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Infosys ramps up lateral hiring: Tech giant offers cash referral bonuses; signals strong demand for tech talent

Infosys has stepped up lateral hiring across its development centres in India, offering cash rewards to employees who recommend candidates for open positions, signaling growing momentum in mid-career recruitment at the Bengaluru-headquartered software giant, according to an ET report.In an internal communication, Infosys outlined referral bonuses of Rs 10,000 for job level 3 hires, Rs…

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