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Women, Work and Mental Health: Why Women’s Lived Experiences Must Shape Policy
Every year, World Mental Health Day reminds us that mental health is not separate from the way we live or work. Yet, when workplace mental health is discussed, the conversation often centers on stress, burnout, anxiety and work-life balance as if employees experience these challenges in the same way. For women, particularly, mental health is
Audit-Grade or Nothing: India’s ESG Data Moment
Here is a scene playing out in plant offices and boardrooms across India right now. On Monday, a European customer emails a request: share your energy use, emissions, water consumption and workplace safety numbers for the last three years, with evidence. On Tuesday, the company’s auditors mention that some of the same figures will soon
Inclusive Campus Checklist: 10 Things Every University Should Have for TIAI 2026
India has one of the world’s largest higher education systems. As campuses become more diverse, inclusion has become more than a compliance requirement. It is increasingly a measure of whether every student can access the same opportunities and feel supported throughout their time on campus. That shift is at the heart of Top Inclusive Academic
From Representation to Influence: The Leadership Test India Cannot Ignore
Years have passed yet one question pertaining to workplaces persists: when are women getting into workplaces? And now that women have entered, here comes the harder question: which direction are women heading towards, now that they are a part of the workforce? Indian workplaces have made undeniable progress over the years; companies have built and
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Viewport 2025: The Flexibility Paradox in Corporate India: Who Wins and Who Loses in Hybrid Work
Viewport 2025: The Flexibility Paradox in Corporate India: Who Wins and Who Loses in Hybrid Work This Viewport: The Flexibility Paradox in Corporate India, explores the evolving landscape of workplace flexibility in the post-pandemic era and its impact on organizations and employees. It examines the actions, attitudes, beliefs, and systemic factors that shape equitable and
Why We Work – Pan India research by Avtar, sponsored by EY GDS
“Why We Work” is a landmark, first-of-its-kind pan-India research by Avtar, sponsored by EY GDS, exploring what drives India’s diverse workforce. At a time when the nation is experiencing transformational economic, social, and technological change, this study offers an in-depth view of India’s diverse workforce of over 500 million individuals. Engaging over 10,000 professionals across
Women in STEM: The India Story
Women in STEM – The India Story is a landmark, pan-India research by Avtar and CII, in examining the realities shaping women’s participation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in India. At a time when India is advancing toward its Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, the study offers a comprehensive view of how gender, education, work
Case Study
TVS Motor Company’s Transformative DEI Path
TVS Motor Company’s Transformative DEI Path TVS Motor Company is creating a more inclusive workplace through ASCENT for Women, The Unnati Program
Transunion GCC India’s Well-rounded DEI Approach
Transunion GCC India’s Well-rounded DEI Approach TransUnion is building an inclusive GCC through programmes such as i-Refer, i-Grow and the 3-6-3 career
The Inspiring Path of Abbott in DEI
The Inspiring Path of Abbott in DEI Abbott’s DEI journey is built on its 5 Pillars of Abbott India’s DEI Program, combining
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Global Gender Parity Sprint: Why India’s race is harder
The Global Gender Parity Sprint by the World Economic Forum, a public–private initiative to accelerate
Workplace Culture Trends of 2026: Realities shaping today’s workplaces
As workplaces navigate AI disruption, hybrid fatigue, generational complexity, and growing ideological divides, culture is
Podcasts
Career Pivots in a Tech-Driven World: From Business Function to Strategic Leadership
Career transitions, today, are less about changing roles and more about redefining value. In this podcast episode “Career Pivots in a Tech-Driven World: From Business Function …
From Execution to Influence: The Evolving Role of Women Leaders
Women leaders are often recognised for flawless execution—but true leadership growth begins when execution evolves into influence. In this episode, From Execution to Influence: The …
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