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The Economic Times Nearly 83% of workers feel AI enhances human creativity: Survey

A recent Workday report, "Elevating Human Potential: The AI Skills Revolution," highlights that AI strengthens human capabilities rather than replacing them. The study finds that 93% of AI users feel it allows them to concentrate on more advanced tasks, driving innovation and collaboration. Additionally, 83% of participants believe AI will boost human creativity and increase the value of human skills.

The Economic Times Is the rupee falling because we underestimated the dollar?

While the big question is how long and how much the rupee will fall, we also need to consider whether our policies on the rupee were right.Was the US Fed's strategy of reducing interest rates correct? Should the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee have reduced policy rates?

The Economic Times Over 92 million jobs to become obsolete by 2030: Are employers ready to lead the change?

According to the “World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025,” 22% of workers’ skills will become outdated by 2030. Repetitive manual job roles will be replaced with automated systems. This underscores the urgency for employers to prioritise reskilling and upskilling initiatives, ensuring their workforce remains relevant in a technology-driven labour market. So, how should HR leaders respond to this impending shift and prepare for a future-ready workforce?

The Economic Times DPIIT inks pact with ITC to help startups in manufacturing sector

DPIIT has formed a strategic partnership with ITC Ltd to support startups in the manufacturing sector. The collaboration will focus on deploying startup solutions in digital platforms, renewable energy opportunities, and energy storage systems. A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed to leverage ITC's market network and DPIIT's startup initiatives for transformative growth.

The Economic Times India to invest ₹31 lakh cr in green energy push by 2030, ₹19 lakh crore for renewables: Crisil

Of this, ₹19 lakh crore is expected to be allocated to renewable energy and storage, forming the largest share of the investment.

The Economic Times Ambani’s Jio Finance in talks with lenders for maiden debt sale

Jio Finance Ltd., owned by Mukesh Ambani, plans to enter the local currency debt market for the first time, likely in the January-March quarter. The funds will be used for onlending to industries. Despite tighter RBI regulations, Jio Finance, with its top AAA credit rating, aims to leverage favorable borrowing conditions. It also offers various financial products and services.

The Economic Times Rupee Fall: Impossible trinity is pushing RBI toward relaxing rupee grip

The Reserve Bank of India is easing its tight control of the rupee under new Governor Sanjay Malhotra. This marks a shift towards allowing the currency to move more freely to improve exports and manage inflation, given the current global economic challenges.

The Economic Times India's infra-driven economy will lead to a CAGR growth of 7-8% in cement demand: Report

The report stated that after a brief slowdown anticipated in FY25E, the sector is expected to witness strong growth, driven by positive demand fundamentals and structural changes within the industry.

The Economic Times We cannot afford to wait decades for sustainability standards, the time to act is now," says ACCA Chief

In an exclusive conversation with ETCFO, Helen Brand, Chief Executive of ACCA, discussed how accountants must adapt to the growing demand for ESG expertise, tackle the global talent shortage, and uphold ethical standards and international frameworks in an evolving business landscape. Here's what she had to say.

The Economic Times Thematic funds in India see 488 pc growth in net collections as manufacturing, energy lead

Thematic funds witnessed a remarkable 488 per cent growth in net collections last year, as sectoral and thematic funds reached Rs. 1,09,711 crore in collection (34 per cent of total net collections), a report showed on Wednesday.

The Economic Times India's large interconnected grid attracting world to set up data centers here: Piyush Goyal

They want green data centers. They want highly reliable power. No other country has such a large interconnected grid, and therefore they are interested in coming and investing in India.

The Economic Times How China wants to press pause on India's Apple success story

China is hindering India's Apple manufacturing progress by delaying the supply of high-tech machinery, impacting sectors like electronics and EVs. This move aims to disrupt the Make in India initiative and Foxconn's expansion, especially as India emerges as a key player in global iPhone production.

The Economic Times Gujarat Hotels CFO Abhishek Kanodia resigns

Abhishek Kanodia, CFO of Gujarat Hotels Limited, has resigned to pursue new career opportunities, effective March 6, 2025, after overseeing financial operations at ITC Limited since 2015.

The Economic Times Fintechs see a minefield of costs, regulatory issues as DPDP looms

The draft Digital Private Data Protection (DPDP) rules are set to create a major compliance burden for tech startups, already reeling under a funding winter and narrowing business margins. Industry executives pointed out that a window of 48 hours for any platform to erase an inactive customer’s data is too short a duration and might need to be extended.

The Economic Times Government to hold wider, focussed consultation with industry bodies on DPDP rules: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Ministry of Electronics and IT Secretary S Krishnan highlighted the provision for submitting feedback through the MyGov portal, enabling participants to share their views anonymously, ensuring a broad spectrum of inputs.

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