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Top B schools report pay surge as consulting and finance hiring rebounds for 2026 batch

Top B schools report pay surge as consulting and finance hiring rebounds for 2026 batch

Top Indian business schools are seeing stronger placement outcomes for the 2026 batch, with average and median salaries trending up at institutes including XLRI, SPJIMR, MDI, TISS, and IMT Ghaziabad. Consulting and finance are leading the rebound as overall recruiter numbers increase, even as technology hiring takes a breather—suggesting a selective recovery rather than a full turnaround.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 3 May 2026
HR Interview Turns Into Standoff When Candidate Challenges a Shocking Salary Offer

HR Interview Turns Into Standoff When Candidate Challenges a Shocking Salary Offer

A job seeker confronted an HR recruiter after noticing the offered salary was far below what the listing promised. Citing his qualifications and the posted range, he pushed back confidently. The recruiter reportedly acknowledged that the company rarely extends top-tier pay, sparking a wider debate on recruitment transparency and candidates standing up for themselves.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026

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Amazon techie stunned by April payslip TDS bigger than dad salary says daylight robbery

Amazon techie stunned by April payslip TDS bigger than dad salary says daylight robbery

An Amazon UX/UI designer went viral after checking their April payslip and finding TDS deductions far larger than expected, even surpassing their father’s entire salary. Frustrated, they said being in the highest tax bracket feels like being punished for earning well, questioning what citizens get in return amid infrastructure failures, flooding, pollution, and costly private healthcare reliance.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
IIT placements 2026 break records as global trading firms offer above Rs 2.8 crore

IIT placements 2026 break records as global trading firms offer above Rs 2.8 crore

IIT placements 2026 are seeing record momentum on Day 1, with global recruiters including Amazon, Qualcomm and Nvidia pushing substantial compensation. The biggest buzz comes from proprietary trading firms and market makers offering packages above Rs 2.8 crore for Amsterdam-based roles, as algorithmic trading players intensify competition for top IIT talent.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
2% DA hike to push pay for Level 1 to 18 workers higher in January 2026

2% DA hike to push pay for Level 1 to 18 workers higher in January 2026

Central government employees and pensioners are set to benefit from a 2% dearness allowance hike, taking DA from 58% to 60% and increasing dearness relief for pensioners to 60% as well. The revised rates are for January 2026, with arrears expected from the applicable back date, boosting take-home pay and pensions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
India Inc salary overhaul threatens take home pay as labour codes and tax rules shift

India Inc salary overhaul threatens take home pay as labour codes and tax rules shift

Salaried workers are bracing for changes as India’s new labour codes and income tax rules approach implementation. While companies are planning new pay structures, rollouts are delayed until final government notifications. A move toward a fixed-heavy salary mix and higher basic pay could lower current take-home while improving retirement savings over time.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Mukesh Ambani draws zero salary again for fifth straight year during pandemic era

Mukesh Ambani draws zero salary again for fifth straight year during pandemic era

Mukesh Ambani has again filed for a nil salary as Reliance Industries chairman, continuing a streak for the fifth consecutive year that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. While Ambani’s own pay is reportedly ₹0, his children Isha, Akash, and Anant earned ₹2.31 crore each as non-executive directors, alongside steady compensation for other executives.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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