On World Mental Health Day, we recognise that wellbeing is shaping the future of work. Companies that prioritise mental health see stronger retention and productivity, making it a core part of employer branding and talent attraction.

Talent is the heartbeat of every GCC. In Kotak Konversations – GCC Spotlight (Ep. 3), our Co-founder @KamalKaranth joins Anu Aggarwal of Kotak Mahindra Bank to discuss how leadership and culture shape GCC growth and talent. Watch:

Our Co-founder @KamalKaranth joins Digital Playbooks with @SindhuHarih in @TheHinduNews @businessline to discuss the $100,000 H-1B visa fee and its impact on India’s tech workforce, IT firms, and global hiring. 🔗-

When organisations plan hiring or partner for talent, what do they truly seek? In this #GCCTalentPodcast, co-founder @KamalKaranth unpacks the 4SP framework: Skills, Scale, Speed, State & Price. Watch:

India’s tech sector continues muted hiring with openings down 27% YoY in Oct, as per our report in The Hindu Business Line. Tech’s share of total demand is 48%, down from 84% in 2022. Mid-junior roles saw the sharpest fall at 28%.  🔗 https://t.co/mkv5C4tOtp

Remembering Mahatma Gandhi and his timeless legacy of truth, service and perseverance. May his life continue to inspire courage and compassion in all of us. Wishing everyone a reflective and peaceful Gandhi Jayanti. #Xpheno #PeopleEffectChange #GandhiJayanti

Xpheno’s insights show India’s FinTech ecosystem with 65+ companies collectively employing 72k+ professionals. From engineering to product and compliance, talent demand spans multiple domains, reflecting the sector’s growing role in shaping the country’s digital financial future.

Are overseas jobs as attractive as they appear? @KamalKaranth in The Hindu @businessline : 359K Indians returned from 100+ countries in 12 months, incl. 88K from the US. GCCs in India added 320K jobs in 3 years.  🔗 - https://t.co/45Z8L8yZBP

Xpheno, with KDEM, launched the ‘Silicon Beach Skills’ report at Technovanza 2025 in Mangaluru. @KamalKaranth shared with The Hindu Business Line that it highlights a 300 km ‘Talent Triangle’ to boost India’s digital economy. 🔗 https://t.co/JeOk4yjvZI

Xpheno & KDEM launched the ‘Silicon Beach Skills’ report at Technovanza 2025 in Mangaluru. Released by our co-founder @Kamalkaranth with Hon’ble Minister @PriyankKharge, the study maps a 310K+ talent pool, spotlighting Mangaluru & Udupi as key hotspots.

Xpheno’s research shows India’s F&B GCCs include 23 centers with a 36k experienced talent pool. 3 greenfield sites in the last 30 months, with hiring focused on R&D, supply chain, and digital functions. #Xpheno #PeopleEffectChange #FMCG #GlobalCapabilityCenters #FoodAndBeverage

170 GCCs set up in India over 2.5 years, hiring 1.4L+ pros. “GCCs in the US pay 70% more; Bengaluru-based centres pay 20% more than tier-2 cities,” says @Kamalkaranth, Xpheno co-founder. Full story:

As shared by Xpheno in Business Standard, H‑1B applications from 18 major IT firms totaled 414,000 (2015‑YTD 2025) with 382,000 approvals. Applications fell nearly 80% over the decade. Fee hikes mean onshore deployment only for critical projects. https://t.co/Wd1GUXfQE6

MNCs may lean more on India’s GCCs and IT services firms, which remain cost-effective even with a 25% cess. @Kamalkaranth shared with ET: “IT services firms may get more aggressive with GCC offerings, and added talent supply could soften staffing prices.” https://t.co/ECfmiM8naE

Xpheno’s research shows India’s telecom GCCs are growing fast, now 20,000+ strong with 15%+ annual growth. Fueled by 5G, network engineering, and digital infrastructure talent, they’re emerging as key global capability hubs. #Xpheno #PeopleEffectChange #GlobalCapabilityCenters

9 semiconductor soonicorns are reshaping India’s deep-tech landscape with 8,000+ professionals. Xpheno’s research shows how these ventures, led by Karnataka, are fueling specialist careers and strengthening India’s semiconductor ecosystem. #Xpheno #PeopleEffectChange #TechJobs

According to Xpheno, the top seven RMG firms employ ~6,000 people, with nearly one-fourth entering the job market before the ban. “With more enterprises announcing restructuring plans, the impact on jobs will be visible next week.”  Read more:

What truly drives people at work: recognition, belonging, authority or money? In this episode of Workplace Dynamics, Xpheno co-founder @Kamalkaranth explores McClelland’s theory of achievement, power and affiliation. Listen here:

83% of tech jobs are still in India’s megacities. Tier-2 & 3 hubs saw a 5% YoY rise but remain a small share of the market. Metros continue to drive India’s tech workforce, with smaller hubs contributing modestly to overall openings. #Xpheno #PeopleEffectChange #Tech #TechHiring

Xpheno’s Active Tech Jobs Outlook shows mid-senior professionals make up 54% of active openings in Sept ’25. While entry roles dip, demand for experienced talent remains steady, with leadership and specialist expertise in focus. #Xpheno #PeopleEffectChange #TechJobs #HiringTrends