https://thedailychronicle.live/c/tech Tech en-IN https://thedailychronicle.live/a/2026-09-01-isro-schedules-gisat-1a-launch-after-nearly-seven-month-pause-561f2a5eaa https://thedailychronicle.live/a/2026-09-01-isro-schedules-gisat-1a-launch-after-nearly-seven-month-pause-561f2a5eaa Isro is preparing to launch the GISAT-1A Earth-observation satellite in September 2026, following a pause after the failed PSLV-C61/EOS-09 mission in 2025. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:54:39 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/2026-08-31-reliance-jios-ubr-customer-base-surpasses-5-million-0340a4fbb3 https://thedailychronicle.live/a/2026-08-31-reliance-jios-ubr-customer-base-surpasses-5-million-0340a4fbb3 Reliance Jio’s Unlicensed Band Radio customer base has exceeded 5 million in India, according to the research information available on August 31, 2026. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:52 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-28-india-spacetech-startup-the-guild-raises-20-5-million-series-a-to-scal https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-28-india-spacetech-startup-the-guild-raises-20-5-million-series-a-to-scal Spacetech startup The Guild has raised $20.5 million in a Series A round to expand deeper into space systems, reflecting investor interest in infrastructure-led space businesses. The funding highlights a shift from rocket-only narratives to service platforms, payload deployment and resilient communications networks. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:25 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-28-microsoft-introduces-maia-200-ai-inference-accelerator-built-on-3nm-pr https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-28-microsoft-introduces-maia-200-ai-inference-accelerator-built-on-3nm-pr Microsoft has announced Maia 200, a new AI inference accelerator aimed at improving the cost and speed of running models in Azure. The company says the chip focuses on inference, uses a 3-nanometer process and is being deployed initially in select US cloud regions, alongside a software toolkit for developers. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:28 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-28-microsoft-unveils-maia-200-ai-inference-accelerator-built-on-3nm-to-im https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-28-microsoft-unveils-maia-200-ai-inference-accelerator-built-on-3nm-to-im Microsoft introduced Maia 200, a next-generation AI inference accelerator intended to improve token-generation economics and performance for large-scale deployments. Built on a 3nm process, the chip is designed to run modern AI models efficiently and will initially be deployed in US Azure regions. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:21 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-releases-techno-legal-ai-governance-white-paper-ahead-of-india-a https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-releases-techno-legal-ai-governance-white-paper-ahead-of-india-a The Principal Scientific Adviser’s office published a white paper outlining a techno-legal approach to AI governance, aiming to support innovation while strengthening accountability, trust and risk controls. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:48 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-year-on-year-as-firms-stay-cautious-e https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-year-on-year-as-firms-stay-cautious-e A report cited by Economic Times says India’s active tech job openings are down year-on-year at the start of 2026, reflecting a soft demand environment, with global capability centres relatively resilient. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:49 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-techno-legal-ai-governance-blueprint-incident-database-and-coo https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-techno-legal-ai-governance-blueprint-incident-database-and-coo A new India-focused policy discussion is signalling a ‘techno-legal’ model for AI governance—blending institutional oversight with lifecycle controls, including the idea of a national AI incident database and structured evaluation to continuously capture failures and harms as systems scale. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:47:59 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-why-india-hasn-t-cleared-starlink-s-direct-to-device-satellite-plan-ye https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-why-india-hasn-t-cleared-starlink-s-direct-to-device-satellite-plan-ye Starlink will need new regulatory clearances to roll out direct-to-device satellite connectivity in India, with officials citing approval gaps for its newer constellation and the absence of a clear policy framework for D2D services. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:43:28 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-as-active-openings-fall-24-year-on-ye https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-as-active-openings-fall-24-year-on-ye India’s technology sector has started 2026 with weaker hiring signals, with active tech job openings falling 24% year-on-year to about 1.03 lakh roles, according to staffing firm Xpheno. The report said demand remains far below the early-2022 peak, and mid-to-senior hiring has softened. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:36:59 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-drdo-showcases-long-range-anti-ship-missile-system-defence-tech-focus- https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-27-drdo-showcases-long-range-anti-ship-missile-system-defence-tech-focus- DRDO showcased a Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile system intended for Indian Navy coastal battery needs, while defence discussions in New Delhi also highlighted supply-chain integration and future-ready capabilities, underscoring India’s emphasis on strategic technology. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:31:43 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-delhi-steps-up-city-works-ahead-of-india-ai-impact-summit-and-expo-202 https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-delhi-steps-up-city-works-ahead-of-india-ai-impact-summit-and-expo-202 With the India AI Impact Summit and the India AI Impact Expo scheduled for 16–20 February 2026 in New Delhi, the city is accelerating beautification and public-works upgrades along key routes and junctions. Planned works include decorative fountains, colour-changing LED lighting and repairs to footpaths and road surfaces, aimed at improving the visitor experience around expected delegate movement and major venues. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:31:44 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-india-on-track-to-start-commercial-semiconductor-chip-production-in-20 https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-india-on-track-to-start-commercial-semiconductor-chip-production-in-20 Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said India is on track to begin commercial semiconductor chip production in 2026 under the India Semiconductor Mission timeline launched in 2022. He indicated multiple plants are expected to commence operations in 2026, with pilot production already starting at some units in 2025, alongside rapid ecosystem development and skills training. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:27:19 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-s-republic-day-2026-doodle-highlights-india-s-space-journey-and https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-s-republic-day-2026-doodle-highlights-india-s-space-journey-and Google marked India’s 77th Republic Day with a special Doodle centred on space exploration, featuring motifs like rockets, satellites and planetary orbits. The illustration saluted India’s growing space profile and drew attention to recent ISRO milestones alongside Republic Day celebrations across the country. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:18:43 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-india-tech-hiring-demand-dips-active-job-openings-fall-24-year-on-year https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-india-tech-hiring-demand-dips-active-job-openings-fall-24-year-on-year A staffing report says India’s technology sector began 2026 with weaker hiring demand, with active job openings down 24% from a year earlier, reflecting prolonged softness after a sluggish 2025. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:07:26 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-andhra-pradesh-cm-urges-wider-ai-adoption-in-governance-proposes-2026- https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-andhra-pradesh-cm-urges-wider-ai-adoption-in-governance-proposes-2026- Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu called for expanded use of AI and technology-led governance to improve service delivery and grievance redressal. Officials cited hundreds of services offered through a WhatsApp-based platform as the state pushes for faster, data-driven administration. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:57:18 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-nasscom-urges-budget-2026-to-expand-esop-tax-relief-for-startups-and-c https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-nasscom-urges-budget-2026-to-expand-esop-tax-relief-for-startups-and-c Ahead of Union Budget 2026, Nasscom has called for wider ESOP tax deferment for startups and clearer tax treatment of foreign cloud providers using Indian data centres, arguing that policy certainty can support innovation and investment in India’s tech ecosystem. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:47:18 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-77th-republic-day-with-a-space-exploration-doodle https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-77th-republic-day-with-a-space-exploration-doodle Google’s Republic Day Doodle for India spotlighted space exploration and saluted ISRO’s role in the nation’s scientific story, tying the holiday’s civic symbolism to a theme of innovation and technological ambition. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:42:35 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-77th-republic-day-with-an-isro-themed-space-explo https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-77th-republic-day-with-an-isro-themed-space-explo Google released a Republic Day 2026 Doodle celebrating India’s achievements in space exploration, with a spotlight on ISRO’s role in science and technology. The illustration aligns with a broader moment of national reflection and pride as India observes Republic Day on January 26. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:33:44 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-naidu-urges-departments-to-expand-tech-driven-governance-increase-ai-u https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-naidu-urges-departments-to-expand-tech-driven-governance-increase-ai-u Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has called for wider use of technology and AI in government, asking departments to explore AI tools to speed up public grievance redressal. Officials cited the Mana Mitra WhatsApp governance platform delivering hundreds of services to crores of users. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:24:20 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-microsoft-unveils-maia-200-ai-chip-signals-push-to-reduce-reliance-on- https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-microsoft-unveils-maia-200-ai-chip-signals-push-to-reduce-reliance-on- Microsoft has rolled out its second-generation Maia 200 AI chip and indicated broader future availability, positioning it as a more efficient inference system for Azure. The launch is also a competitive statement to hyperscalers such as Amazon and Google, as cloud firms race to control costs and secure AI compute amid constrained supply of top-end GPUs. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:16:33 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-four-semiconductor-plants-to-begin-commercial-production-in-2026-as-in https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-four-semiconductor-plants-to-begin-commercial-production-in-2026-as-in Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said four companies are expected to commence commercial semiconductor manufacturing in 2026, with some moving from pilot runs to commercial operations first. The announcement is positioned as a milestone in India’s effort to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem and attract international interest in the sector. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:09:59 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-77th-republic-day-with-space-exploration-doodle-c https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-26-google-marks-india-s-77th-republic-day-with-space-exploration-doodle-c Google released a Republic Day Doodle celebrating India’s achievements in space exploration. The artwork highlights ISRO’s role in advancing science and technology and uses space motifs—such as rockets and satellites—to link national pride with innovation on the day India commemorates its Constitution. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:06:00 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-iit-patna-to-host-event-focused-on-ai-strategy-and-implementation-prio https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-iit-patna-to-host-event-focused-on-ai-strategy-and-implementation-prio IIT Patna is set to hold an event centred on AI strategy, aiming to bring together stakeholders to discuss adoption pathways, research direction and responsible use. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:04:17 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-republic-day-parade-to-spotlight-indigenous-defence-tech-from-missiles https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-republic-day-parade-to-spotlight-indigenous-defence-tech-from-missiles India’s Republic Day parade on January 26 will feature a major display of indigenous defence platforms, including missile systems, artillery, armour and aviation assets, signalling New Delhi’s push for self-reliance and modernisation. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:59:10 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-space-gen-chandrayaan-premieres-on-jiohotstar-dramatizing-india-s-luna https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-space-gen-chandrayaan-premieres-on-jiohotstar-dramatizing-india-s-luna JioHotstar released ‘Space Gen – Chandrayaan’ on 23 January, a series inspired by real events around India’s Chandrayaan programme. The show focuses on the human side of mission work—setbacks, iteration and the pressure-cooker hours around critical manoeuvres—at a time when space-tech storytelling is finding a wider streaming audience. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:49:05 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-phonepe-s-confidential-ipo-filing-what-it-signalled-for-india-s-startu https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-phonepe-s-confidential-ipo-filing-what-it-signalled-for-india-s-startu Months before receiving SEBI approval, PhonePe had filed its draft IPO papers through the confidential route, a sign of how large consumer-tech firms are trying to balance disclosure with flexibility. The move highlighted both the scale of India’s digital payments leaders and the evolving playbook for major startup listings. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:38:35 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-kpmg-says-india-s-ai-and-semiconductor-push-is-reshaping-its-role-in-t https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-kpmg-says-india-s-ai-and-semiconductor-push-is-reshaping-its-role-in-t A KPMG report launched at World Economic Forum 2026 says India’s growing semiconductor manufacturing ambitions and rapid AI adoption are strengthening its position in trade and technology, backed by approvals for fabs, deep-tech R&D spending, and mission-led GPU deployment. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:31:08 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-chief-more-satellite-launches-planned-in-2026-agency-studying-psl https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-chief-more-satellite-launches-planned-in-2026-agency-studying-psl ISRO Chairman V Narayanan said the agency is planning multiple satellite launches through 2026 and will announce details after meeting the Prime Minister. He also said scientists are analysing the deviation seen during the PSLV-C62 flight. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:20:18 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-report-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-24-year-on-year-at-the-start-o https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-report-india-s-tech-hiring-demand-drops-24-year-on-year-at-the-start-o A new labour-market reading suggests India’s tech hiring started 2026 on a weaker footing, with active job openings down 24% from a year earlier. The report indicates softer demand in mid-senior and senior roles even as entry-level hiring shows pockets of resilience. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:09:57 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-kpmg-at-wef-2026-flags-india-s-semiconductor-push-and-ai-scale-up-as-a https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-kpmg-at-wef-2026-flags-india-s-semiconductor-push-and-ai-scale-up-as-a A KPMG India note published during World Economic Forum 2026 highlights India’s semiconductor ecosystem build-out and rapid AI adoption, pointing to policy backing for chip manufacturing and deep-tech R&D alongside large-scale compute infrastructure under the IndiaAI Mission. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:59:56 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-openai-ceo-sam-altman-expected-to-visit-india-in-mid-february-as-ai-le https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-openai-ceo-sam-altman-expected-to-visit-india-in-mid-february-as-ai-le OpenAI chief Sam Altman is expected to visit India in mid-February 2026, coinciding with the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi scheduled for 16–20 February. The summit is expected to draw prominent global AI figures and Indian business leaders, while parallel developer and industry events are also planned. Reports say Altman’s attendance is not yet confirmed, but preparations around the week indicate heightened global focus on India’s AI market. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:51:26 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-tech-hiring-cools-as-active-job-openings-slide-report-flags-ne https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-tech-hiring-cools-as-active-job-openings-slide-report-flags-ne A report cited by Times of India says active technology job openings in India dropped sharply year-on-year to around 103,000 roles in January 2026, pointing to a prolonged adjustment after the 2021–22 boom. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:40:01 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-tech-hiring-demand-drops-24-year-on-year-at-start-of-2026-gccs-s https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-tech-hiring-demand-drops-24-year-on-year-at-start-of-2026-gccs-s India’s tech job market began 2026 with lower hiring intent, as active technology job openings fell 24% year-on-year to around 1.03 lakh roles, according to staffing firm Xpheno’s January 2026 outlook. While IT services firms saw weaker demand, global capability centres (GCCs) emerged as a relative bright spot, reporting growth in openings compared to both the prior month and the previous year. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:34:33 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-imd-warns-of-heavy-snow-hailstorms-and-widespread-rain-from-26-january https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-imd-warns-of-heavy-snow-hailstorms-and-widespread-rain-from-26-january The India Meteorological Department has issued multi-state alerts for snowfall, hailstorms, thunderstorms and gusty winds as a fresh western disturbance is expected to affect north and central India from 26 January, peaking around 27 January. The advisory flags disruption risks to travel and daily services as fog and stormy conditions persist. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:14:16 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-msde-s-free-ai-skilling-programme-soar-sees-2-1-lakh-enrolments-up-lea https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-msde-s-free-ai-skilling-programme-soar-sees-2-1-lakh-enrolments-up-lea The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship’s free “Skilling for AI Readiness” (SOAR) programme has crossed 2.1 lakh enrolments, reflecting rising interest in AI upskilling across India. Uttar Pradesh has recorded the highest participation, followed by Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh, as the government pushes workforce readiness for AI-led jobs. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:07:42 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-semiconductor-push-fabs-deep-tech-r-d-and-an-ai-driven-demand- https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-semiconductor-push-fabs-deep-tech-r-d-and-an-ai-driven-demand- With AI reshaping demand patterns, India’s semiconductor ambitions are increasingly framed around execution—fabrication approvals, ecosystem building, and R&D investment. A recent industry note highlighted approvals for multiple fabs and funding for deep-tech research as part of the wider effort to build domestic capacity across design, manufacturing and advanced packaging. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:03:51 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-ai-era-chip-appetite-set-to-rise-with-demand-increasingly-driv https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-ai-era-chip-appetite-set-to-rise-with-demand-increasingly-driv A report cited by ETTelecom says India’s semiconductor demand in the AI era could climb to about 28% by end-2026, with strong interest in AI chips, custom silicon and memory-intensive components. The trend reflects how data centres, devices and digital services are reshaping the country’s hardware needs. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:58:19 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-forrester-flags-ai-execution-gap-only-10-15-ai-pilots-scale-in-indian- https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-forrester-flags-ai-execution-gap-only-10-15-ai-pilots-scale-in-indian- A Forrester report has raised questions about how successfully AI pilots are turning into production deployments within Indian IT services. The study suggests that while AI experimentation is widespread, only a small share of pilots mature into scaled, long-term solutions—pushing firms and enterprise buyers to focus more on governance, measurable outcomes and integration readiness. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:54:19 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-chief-says-gaganyaan-timeline-unaffected-despite-pslv-c62-mission https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-isro-chief-says-gaganyaan-timeline-unaffected-despite-pslv-c62-mission ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan said the Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme will not be delayed due to the recent PSLV-C62 anomaly, stressing that the PSLV investigation and Gaganyaan progress are independent tracks. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:50:36 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-semiconductor-and-ai-push-highlighted-at-wef-2026-kpmg-flags-f https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-semiconductor-and-ai-push-highlighted-at-wef-2026-kpmg-flags-f A KPMG report launched at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos says India’s growing role in semiconductors and AI is reshaping its place in global trade and technology. The report points to approvals for multiple semiconductor fabrication plants, higher deep-tech R&D allocations and ecosystem-building initiatives such as India Semiconductor Mission and Semicon India. It also highlights expanding AI infrastructure and governance measures, including deployments under the IndiaAI Mission and the creation of a safety institute. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:37:10 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-karnataka-clears-bengaluru-applied-ai-centre-with-nasscom-partnership- https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-karnataka-clears-bengaluru-applied-ai-centre-with-nasscom-partnership- Karnataka has approved a Centre for Applied AI for Tech Solutions (CATS) at Keonics’ HSR Layout facility in Bengaluru, to be set up with Nasscom and backed by multi-source funding. The centre aims to support AI adoption, prototypes, IP creation and start-up collaboration. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:27:59 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-openai-ceo-sam-altman-likely-to-visit-india-in-mid-february-as-new-del https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-openai-ceo-sam-altman-likely-to-visit-india-in-mid-february-as-new-del Sam Altman is expected to visit India in mid-February 2026, timed around the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi (February 16–20). The report says OpenAI may also hold a closed-door gathering for senior executives and VCs during the week. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:37:23 GMT https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-tech-hiring-intent-drops-active-openings-seen-at-1-03-lakh-in- https://thedailychronicle.live/a/tech-2026-01-25-india-s-tech-hiring-intent-drops-active-openings-seen-at-1-03-lakh-in- A new outlook from staffing firm Xpheno suggests India’s tech job market has started 2026 on a weaker note, with active tech openings down year-on-year and demand concentrated in large hubs, while GCC hiring remains relatively resilient. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:14:56 GMT