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India’s hiring market remains buoyant, but recruiters are finding it increasingly difficult to match candidates with roles, according to new research released by LinkedIn on February 3, 2026. The study reveals that 74% of recruiters in India now struggle to find qualified candidates, even as hiring activity is running nearly 40% above pre-pandemic levels. The challenge is being driven by a widening volume-quality gap. More than half of recruiters facing hiring difficulties cited a surge in AI-generated applications, while 47% pointed to persistent shortages of in-demand skills. Nearly 48% said identifying genuine applications amid low-quality or misleading profiles has added…

South African Tourism concluded the fifth edition of its flagship corporate engagement initiative, Corporate Think Tank, with Kolkata as the fourth and final stop of the current four-city series. The event brought together over 25 corporate leaders for discussions focused on business travel trends, collaboration opportunities and destination-led experiences. Designed to deepen engagement with India’s corporate sector, the initiative showcased South Africa’s growing strengths as a destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE), alongside leisure travel. Through interactive sessions and destination presentations, the programme highlighted the country’s positioning as a value-driven and experience-rich choice for business events. Kolkata has…

Shiv Nadar Foundation (SNF) has announced the launch of the ICONIQ Quizverse Challenge, a pan-India inter-college quiz competition aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students, with the objective of promoting curiosity, critical thinking, and a culture of learning across campuses. The national-level initiative is open to students above 18 years of age and has been envisioned as an annual platform that brings together learners from diverse disciplines and institutions. The competition will follow a hybrid format, beginning with online qualifiers and moving to City Rounds and Zonal Finals in Delhi NCR, Chennai, Mumbai, and Kolkata, before culminating in a National Final.…

Dating app Tinder has rolled out a series of culture-led activations across India’s North East, using music, festivals, sports and everyday social spaces to encourage more natural connections among young singles. The initiative, held across locations including Guwahati, Shillong and Ziro Valley, reflects shifting dating trends in India, where nearly one in three young singles say shared interests play a key role in forming connections. Tinder said its recent on-ground efforts focused on bringing dating conversations closer to the interests people already care about, both online and offline. Music emerged as a key connector, with Tinder integrating playful ice-breaker moments…

Classic Legends on Thursday inaugurated its Advanced National Training Centre at its Pithampur manufacturing facility in Indore, marking a significant step towards strengthening technical capability and service excellence across its dealer network. The new National Training Centre has been strategically developed to deliver advanced, hands-on and skill-oriented technical training, with a strong focus on real-world diagnostics, precision repair practices and structured skill development. The facility is aimed at supporting technicians and service professionals across dealerships, playing a key role in standardising service quality and enhancing aftersales performance. Speaking at the inauguration, Anupam Thareja, Co-founder of Classic Legends, said the centre…

Pernod Ricard India has strengthened its premium whisky play with the launch of its award-winning Indian single malt, Longitude 77, in the Kolkata market. The brand was unveiled at an exclusive industry-facing event at ITC Sonar, signalling growing confidence in eastern India’s premium spirits consumption. Longitude 77 enters Kolkata backed by strong global credentials, having secured Gold medals at the London Spirits Competition, The Global Spirit Masters by The Spirits Business and Monde Selection, along with a Bronze at The International Wine & Spirits Competition. Crafted by the master whisky makers behind Chivas, Glenlivet and Jameson, the brand draws on…