India's path to prosperity hinges on prioritizing quality education and healthcare to convert its demographic dividend into productivity, while fostering large-scale enterprises and building long-term capabilities. The nation must also address wealth inequality, educational gaps, and a failing healthcare system to achieve true national prosperity.
Infosys is actively seeking experienced tech professionals across various skill sets through a lateral hiring drive, aiming to fill vacancies and support ongoing and new projects. This initiative follows the company's annual lateral hiring program and complements its recent efforts to hire freshers and leverage local talent.
Financial expert D. Muthukrishnan warns that AI is rapidly automating coding jobs, leading to job losses in the IT industry, particularly for entry-level positions. This raises concerns about the future of employment in the sector, especially in countries like India where IT jobs have been a significant source of economic growth.
Maruti Suzuki, India's largest carmaker, will raise vehicle prices by up to 4% from April 2025 due to rising input and operational costs, with the company aiming to balance cost management with customer impact. This price adjustment reflects the broader industry struggle with cost pressures and follows a similar hike in January 2025.
The Google Pixel 9a and Apple iPhone 16e are both affordable flagships offering high-end features at a lower price point. The Pixel 9a boasts a 120Hz display, dual-camera system, and lower price, while the iPhone 16e offers a premium build and is ideal for those already invested in Apple's ecosystem.