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

[ad_1] 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…

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India second largest importer of Russian crude oil in October; China ranks first – when will impact of Trump’s sanctions be seen?

[ad_1] India has stood its ground, continuing buying crude from Russia, despite repeated objections from US President Donald TrumpIn October, crude oil worth $2.5 billion flowed into the country from Moscow, making it the world’s second-largest buyer. India was second only to China, which purchased $3.7 billion, according to the Helsinki-based Centre for Research on…

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‘MS Dhoni used to leave his phone in his hotel room and come for games’ | Cricket News

[ad_1] MS Dhoni (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) MS Dhoni’s aversion to phones has been highlighted once again by another former teammate. His detachment from social media continues to be a talking point in cricket circles. The Indian Premier League’s ever-changing landscape contrasts sharply with MS Dhoni’s consistent leadership approach. His fundamental principles focus on sticking to…

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Budget expectations 2026: Recycling industry seeks open scrap trade; flags tariff risks to circular economy

[ad_1] As global tariff uncertainty reshapes trade flows, leaders from the recycling industry have urged policymakers to prioritise open markets and ease cross-border movement of scrap and reusable materials in the Union Budget 2026, arguing that unrestricted trade is critical to building a resilient circular economy.Speaking at the International Material Recycling Conference (IMRC) 2026 here,…

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‘If something is working, don’t change it’: R Ashwin warns Gautam Gambhir and Co. over fitness overhaul | Cricket News

[ad_1] Ravichandran Ashwin (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has issued a strong warning to Gautam Gambhir’s new support staff, urging continuity in training methods and cautioning against frequent changes in fitness regimes. His remarks come in the wake of reports that the management has introduced the Bronco test alongside the Yo-Yo…

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