In this issue

The nationwide lockdown to prevent the spread of coronavirus has been extended by a couple of weeks with some relaxations. It is obvious that it cannot go on forever because economic activity will have to resume. The latest issue of Forbes India delves into how it can be done. The cover story is about India Inc getting ready for a hybrid model of working: From home and office. This also means human resources professionals will have to alter the way they work to facilitate such an approach. We also highlight that despite the turmoil, all is not lost for the economy, with some sectors poised to do well in the post-Covid-19 world.

Facebook Friends Jio

The deal with Facebook gives Jio a technology company valuation and a long runway for its next leg of growth

9 mins

American Chop Suey

Though American Big Tech will have deeper strategic investments over the next few years, Chinese money is the fuel for the Indian startup ecosystem. Can Covid-19 roll that back?

9 mins

Covid Crisis Culminates In New Normal Work Structures

During the current lockdown, when the corporate world is entering rather unknown territories, the role of the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) has gained importance.

6 mins

Home Ground Advantage

After over a month of the nationwide lockdown, India Inc’s top leaders say they are beginning to consider a work from home or hybrid model even for the long term

10 mins

Redefining the Human Touch

From digitally connecting with employees to reinventing job roles, the coronavirus outbreak is witnessing an evolution in the way human resources are engaged and managed

9 mins

Begin Again

Countries that have eased the lockdown give us a glimpse of the life after once the restrictions are rolled back

10+ mins

Life After Layoffs

Your career is far from over even if you’ve got the pink slip because of circumstances like the Covid-19 pandemic. Five people who went through the ordeal in the past explain why it can be a blessing in disguise

10+ mins

Road to Reinvention

With a likely consolidation of vendors and customers on the horizon, IT services firms must offer effective and targeted solutions to find gold in adversity

7 mins

No Country For Migrants

The lockdown has brought to light the plight of daily wage labourers and the nation’s apathy towards them

7 mins

Right Foot Forward

With a revamp of product lines and stores, and its image, Bata India has been bringing customers back to the brand of their childhood

7 mins

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