2 Essential Workplace Stories for Leaders
According to Press Monitor's tracking of Indian publications, today's print media monitoring reveals two defining developments shaping the future of work in India. These stories offer essential press review and media intelligence for leaders navigating the evolving workplace landscape.
1. 34% Drop in Women's Workforce
A front-page report in Business Line says that the share of women employees in the top 25 Indian companies fell to 34% in 2026, down from 36% last year, after the Trump administration’s DEI crackdown lifted. The decline also hit leadership roles, with women holding 16.7% of corporate executive positions, and the survey found 63% of firms are global MNCs. The impact was felt across sectors and cities, with Bengaluru at 11%, Chennai at 39%, Hyderabad at 38%. Seventy five percent of firms said DEI programmes had a direct profit impact.
Why it matters: The share of women employees in India's top 25 companies has fallen to 34%, down from 36% last year, signaling a significant reversal in corporate diversity progress. This news on workplace diversity demands attention from every HR leader and CFO.
Key detail: Women hold only 16.7% of corporate executive positions, and 75% of surveyed firms report that DEI programmes directly impact their bottom line. The decline spans sectors and cities, with Bengaluru at 11%, Chennai at 39%, and Hyderabad at 38%.
Source: Business Line, Delhi, 10 September 2026
Next step: Corporate boards must reassess DEI strategies in light of shifting regulatory landscapes. How will your organisation respond to this trend?
2. VTS Infosoft Concludes 2nd IT Excellence Award
A front-page report in The Pioneer says VTS Infosoft, part of the KPMC Group, successfully concluded the 2nd IT Excellence Award 2026, themed Beyond the Prompt, at Radisson Blu Tower in Kaushambi, NCR Delhi. The event marked the company's 13th anniversary and brought together more than 150 CXOs, CIOs, CTOs and business owners. Keynote speakers highlighted the need for businesses to move beyond AI hype and focus on measurable return on investment.
Why it matters: VTS Infosoft, part of the KPMC Group, brought together over 150 CXOs, CIOs, CTOs, and business owners at the 2nd IT Excellence Award 2026, themed Beyond the Prompt. This event marks the company's 13th anniversary and signals a maturing AI adoption conversation in Indian enterprises.
Key detail: Keynote speakers emphasised moving beyond AI hype to focus on measurable return on investment — a critical shift for businesses investing in workplace technology and digital transformation.
Source: The Pioneer, Delhi, 10 September 2026
Next step: As organisations evaluate their technology stacks, the message is clear: ROI-driven innovation is the new benchmark. What measurable outcomes is your organisation tracking from its AI investments?
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