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India Today
15-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
Are Indian business leaders ready to use AI for talent development?
As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly transforms the global workforce, Indian business leaders find themselves at a critical juncture in integrating AI-driven strategies to build robust talent pipelines. While AI adoption is accelerating across industries in India, the readiness of leadership to harness AI's full potential in talent development remains uneven and nascent.A significant number of Indian business leaders are still at the early stages of AI adoption, often limiting their engagement to basic generative AI tools like to Sidharth Thakur, Director of Grassik Search, 'leaders are not directly involved in building talent pipelines but are part of the overall process. AI's influence is primarily visible in IT and tech recruitment, where it helps sift through large volumes of CVs based on specific skill sets. However, the broader penetration of AI in talent management remains very low, with organisations only beginning to leverage technology platforms for this purpose.' Despite the widespread discussion of AI in Indian industry forums, substantial gaps persist on the ground. Rajesh Verma, Senior Dean at Mittal School of Business, Lovely Professional University, highlights that 'many leaders still function more as consumers of AI solutions rather than creators of AI-driven build future-ready talent pipelines, leaders must develop strategic AI fluency—including understanding AI models, ethical considerations, and productivity tools—and cascade this knowledge through structured training, academic partnerships, and cross-functional projects.' These programs should target not just tech teams but also HR, operations, and senior management to foster a holistic understanding of AI's potential in talent THE CAPABILITY GAPPhani Tangirala, MD & CEO of Expleo Solutions Limited, cites 'a broad awareness and eagerness to integrate AI, but also a noticeable capability gap due to legacy systems and complex business environments. The reality is compelling organisations to invest in upskilling beyond basic AI usage and collaborate more closely with AI specialists and academic institutions to foster AI literacy both technically and contextually.'Leadership readiness is not just about adopting AI tools but about fostering an ecosystem where technology, talent, and trust converge to create enterprise value. 'Building an AI-enabled workforce requires reimagining roles, redefining competencies, and scaling upskilling initiatives. The real challenge lies in shifting mindsets and execution from viewing AI as merely a tool to embracing it as a core driver of business and workforce strategy,' explains Ruchika Godha, COO, IMPERATIVE FOR LEADERSHIPIndian business leaders are at the cusp of an AI-driven transformation in talent development but face significant challenges in AI fluency and strategic integration. While AI adoption is a top priority for nearly all business leaders, the gap between aspiration and preparedness remains wide. As John Kallelil, Founder and CEO of XED, notes, 'Indian business leaders aren't short on AI exposure—they're short on strategic fluency. While awareness is high, the ability to translate AI's potential into enterprise-wide transformation remains limited.'advertisementAI fluency must be cultivated across the C-suite and mid-level leaders to build a common language of AI. HR functions should be treated as AI labs, leveraging real-time data and behavioural insights to pilot AI in hiring, engagement, and learning. Importantly, leaders must move from proof of concept to proof of trust by co-creating guidelines with employees and transparently communicating AI's role in human-first, bold approach is crucial for India to capitalise on its demographic dividend and digital depth to create exponential talent capacity. Only by moving beyond basic AI usage to strategic leadership can Indian companies build agile, data-informed talent pipelines that secure their competitive edge in a rapidly evolving global landscape.- EndsTrending Reel
The Hindu
24-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Two para-athletes from Warangal selected for taekwondo championship in Malaysia
Two para-taekwondo athletes from Warangal, E. Goutham Yadav and K. Shiva have been selected to represent India at the 10th Asian Para Taekwondo Championship G4, scheduled to be held from July 28 to 30 in Malaysia, said Telangana Para Taekwondo Association general secretary E. Ganesh Yadav in a press note on Tuesday. The national selection trials took place at Lovely Professional University in Punjab on June 22 and 23, with five athletes from Telangana delivering strong performances. Yadav (P51 category) and Shiva (P52 category) both secured first place in their respective categories. M. Krishnaveni and Sakku Baih, both in the P70 category, were placed second and third, respectively, while Md. Abdul secured third place in the P52 category. The federation announced that athletes who secured first, second and third positions would be selected for the India camp. Telangana Para Taekwondo Association president N.S. Dileep expressed heartfelt congratulations to the selected athletes. S. Babu, president of the Telangana Para Sports Association, also extended warm wishes to the duo.
India Today
23-06-2025
- Science
- India Today
Andhra woman becomes first Indian to complete Nasa program, to go to space in 2029
Dangeti Jahnavi from Palakollu in Andhra Pradesh's West Godavari district is set to travel to space in 2029. A graduate in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Jahnavi holds the distinction of being the first Indian to successfully complete NASA's prestigious International Air and Space has been selected to travel to the Titan's Orbital Port Space Station, a US-based project slated for inauguration in the next four space enthusiast completed her undergraduate studies at Lovely Professional University in Punjab, after finishing her Intermediate education in her hometown of Palakollu. Her parents, Srinivas and Padmasri, currently reside in Kuwait for work. Jahnavi is known for her active engagement in the field of STEM education and space outreach. She has delivered talks for ISRO's educational programs and addressed students at premier institutions including National Institutes of Technology (NITs) across the country. She also regularly takes part in analog missions, deep-sea diving, and global conferences related to planetary science and sustainability in long-duration space contributions to the International Astronomical Search Collaboration led to a provisional asteroid discovery, based on data from the Panoramic Survey Telescope and Rapid Response System (Pan-STARRS). She was also the youngest foreign analog astronaut and the first Indian chosen for Space Iceland's geology the years, Jahnavi has been recognised with numerous accolades including the People's Choice Award at the NASA Space Apps Challenge and the ISRO World Space Week Young Achiever Award.- Ends IN THIS STORY#Andhra Pradesh
Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Teachers' training essential for nation building: Punjab Guv
Punjab governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Monday said teacher training is important for building the nation's future. Chairing the Punjab vice chancellors and directors' conference at Lovely Professional University, he said, 'The school-level education lays the foundation for a student's life as the learning at this stage remains with the pupils throughout their lives. Therefore, the preparation and professional training of teachers becomes very important for building the nation's future.' During the conference, a discussion was held on the National Education Policy 2020 proposed by the central government under which an Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) is to be launched. Under this policy, the course, which earlier followed graduation, is proposed to be made into a four-year programme. The governor stated that the new education policy emphasises making teacher training more scientific and systematic. He said that the Punjab government is also taking several initiatives to implement this new policy, and many universities in the state have already started the new course. He expressed confidence that today's conference will inspire other universities to start this course as well, thereby strengthening the education system of Punjab. Additionally, Kataria held meetings on NAAC grading and the drug problem in the state. Meanwhile, Rajya Sabha member Ashok Kumar Mittal, founder chancellor of the LPU, said the university was honoured to have hosted such a dialogue on higher education. Kataria also participated in a Vijay Yatra and paid tributes to the Pahalgam victims besides hailing the valour of the armed forces during Operation Sindoor. 'India will not hesitate to take the strictest military action against any terrorist threat,' he said. Terming the army's swift and decisive response to Pakistan's cowardly act in Pahalgam as unprecedented in the nation's history, the governor said India gave a strong message to the world that any act of terror against Indian citizens will be met with resolute force. Calling Punjab the land of saints, soldiers and martyrs, Kataria said the unwavering support shown by Punjabis during Operation Sindoor uplifted the morale of the armed forces. Drawing a parallel between protecting borders and preserving society, he made a passionate appeal to every Punjabi to become a soldier in the war against drugs.
Fashion Value Chain
02-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal in Madrid as Indian Delegation Advances Operation Sindoor Diplomacy
Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal, Hon'ble Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Founder Chancellor of Lovely Professional University, is visiting the Kingdom of Spain as part of an All-Party Parliamentary Delegation from India from May 31 to June 2, 2025. Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal in Madrid as Indian Delegation Advances Operation Sindoor Diplomacy The delegation, led by Ms. Kanimozhi Karunanidhi (Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha), is part of India's diplomatic initiative Operation Sindoor, which reinforces global solidarity against terrorism. It comprises senior Members of Parliament across party lines, reflecting India's united stance following the recent Pahalgam terror attacks. During the visit, Dr. Mittal and fellow delegates are engaging with Spanish parliamentarians, senior officials, thought leaders, and the Indian diaspora to advance bilateral relations and strategic cooperation on counter-terrorism, underscoring a shared commitment to peace and democratic values. Dr. Mittal stated, 'Terrorism is a global challenge that demands a unified response. Through this visit, we reaffirm India's commitment to zero tolerance and seek deeper cooperation with Spain on matters of global security.' India and Spain share a steadily strengthening partnership grounded in shared democratic values, economic cooperation, and vibrant cultural exchanges. Bilateral trade between the two nations reached USD 8.78 billion in 2024, reflecting robust growth in sectors such as technology, renewable energy, education, tourism, and defence.
