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Following our India Jobs on the Rise list earlier this month, we’re unveiling our annual rankings of the fastest-growing jobs in the 10 major Indian cities. To compile each list, we looked at unique LinkedIn data for professionals in each metro area, calculating a growth rate for each job title over the past three years. You can check out our main India Jobs on the Rise list and full methodology here: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25IN. Check out each city ranking below to explore trending skills, top industries and remote and hybrid availability for each role:  📍Mumbai: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25MUM  📍Delhi: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25DEL  📍Bengaluru: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25BLR  📍Hyderabad: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25HYD  📍Pune: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25PUN  📍Chennai: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25CHE  📍Ahmedabad: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25AHM  📍Jaipur: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25JAI  📍Kolkata: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25KOL  📍Lucknow: https://lnkd.in/JOTR25LKO Which lists stand out to you? And what cities would you like to see rankings for in the future? Tell us in the comments. #JobsontheRise

Welcome to the Daily Rundown! These are the top news stories for Friday, January 31 — Global markets now home to Indian IT CEOs, Consumers go big on grooming products, and more. 1️⃣ Falling rupee hits Indian firms: After two years of stability, the rupee’s decline is impacting the earnings of Indian companies. While InterGlobe Aviation’s foreign exchange losses tripled to ₹1,460 crore in the December quarter, Maruti Suzuki also said that currency fluctuations affected its margins. S Srivathsa analyses why the rupee is falling: https://lnkd.in/ghWqhf5a 2️⃣ Global markets home to Indian IT CEOs: Senior leaders in India’s IT services sector are now based in key markets such as the US and Europe, even though the majority of their workforce remains in India. This move aims to boost client relationships and drive company growth. Manohar Burra shares the crucial role of CEO coaching: https://lnkd.in/gbyZrV2x 3️⃣ Retail credit growth hits a speed bump: Retail credit growth in India declined in the second quarter of FY25. Affordable housing and low-cost two-wheeler loans recorded the steepest fall, while higher-value loans saw a slight increase. Sharat Chandra decodes this trend: https://lnkd.in/gAWGSJzF 4️⃣ Consumers go big on grooming products: Indians are now spending more on grooming products, with e-commerce driving the majority of sales, shows data by NielsenIQ. Products such as dryers, hair stylers, and straighteners have recorded a jump in sales. Arindam Paul explains why brands must take an omnichannel approach: https://lnkd.in/girffJwt 5️⃣ Women leaders make a mark in manufacturing: Around 58% of small business owners in the manufacturing sector are women. West Bengal, followed by Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, have the highest number of women workers. Rishabh Bhargava shares how organisations can empower women leaders: https://lnkd.in/gBuRzXVP 💬 What’s your take on today’s stories? Share in the comments section. ✍️: Divya Pathak 📷: Getty Images #DailyRundownIndia

At least 41% of professionals have been ghosted during their job search. On the other hand, recruiters struggle to sift through numerous resumes to find the right candidate. The gap: A mismatch between recruiters' expectations and candidates' job-seeking approach. But you can bridge that by making a few simple changes to your job search strategy. LinkedIn India Career Expert and Senior Managing Editor Nirajita Banerjee shares tips to help you understand how. What strategies have helped you navigate the job search process better? cc: Homith Bakshi 🎥: Ajithesh Guru Prasath, Isha Chitnis #LinkedInVideo

Chasing virality often attracts the wrong audience and leads to short-lived fame, says LinkedIn Top Voice Resshmi Nair. Instead, brands must focus on building relationships, consistency, and measuring the right metrics, she says. "Virality might get you attention, but it’s authenticity and consistent storytelling that keeps people coming back," Nair adds. Is viral content always relevant? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

LinkedIn member Utkarsh Goklani believes burnout isn’t just the outcome of working long hours. Instead, it happens when one's work doesn’t reflect their values, he says. True recovery from burnout lies in finding meaningful work, Goklani adds. What's your idea of meaningful work? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

In today’s News Wrap, we ask: What skills are essential to take up leadership roles? Also in the News Wrap: Carmakers bet big on on luxury vehicles, and green jobs are in focus at India Inc. Thanks to Supriya Chobe for her comment on the luxury car market, Hem Raj for his comment the future of green jobs, and Dr. Vikas Gupta for sharing how to nurture the next generation of leaders. #EveningNewsWrap Source: https://lnkd.in/ghP2uzjd https://lnkd.in/gjitZyY8 https://lnkd.in/gdVT_67B https://lnkd.in/gfcPAqdP https://lnkd.in/gUsRjeJS ✍: Novinston Lobo

Experts told Business Insider that workers should track their wins before asking for a raise. Focus on impactful achievements. Doing this consistently — and well before a performance review — allows you to develop a plan when seeking a pay bump. It also allows you to arrive at the conversation with qualitative items to lean on during your ask. Present the raise as beneficial for you and the company by showing how you can fill gaps, lighten the load for your boss or clear the way for another high-performer to move up. Overall, don't be afraid of self-advocacy based on a body of evidence, the experts said. Read more: https://lnkd.in/drSD2u67 Summary ✍: Todd Dybas

Terminal 1 of Mumbai International Airport Limited (CSMIA) is set for an upgrade, ANI reports. The redevelopment of Terminal 1 at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) will kick off in November this year, with the demolition of the existing structure. Construction of the new terminal will happen in phases to avoid disruption to passengers. Once complete, it is expected to handle around 20 million passengers every year, marking a 42% increase. The new terminal will include advanced technology and sustainable facilities with improved passenger experience, the report says. "This redevelopment is not only about expanding capacity - it is about future proofing our city's place on the global stage," says Jeet Adani, Director, Adani Airport Holdings Limited. How can the new terminal of Mumbai Airport improve passenger experience? Vote in our poll and share your take in the comments section. Source: Asian News International (ANI) - https://lnkd.in/dwQ3fpCf ✍: Ankita Sajal #Mumbai #MumbaiAirport

Apartments are getting larger in Kolkata, Subhro Niyogi reports for The Times of India, citing ANAROCK data. The average flat size has increased by 15% to 1,149 sq ft in 2024, compared to 1,000 sq ft pre-pandemic. Growing demand for larger homes and higher incomes have contributed to this shift, the report says. "The demand for bigger homes happened post Covid and the trend has persisted. People now want bigger living spaces, baths and kitchens," says Sidharth Pansari, President, Credai Bengal. The growth in apartment sizes in Kolkata exceeds Mumbai’s 8% rise, though it remains below the national average of 34%, adds the report. Why are homebuyers in Kolkata choosing larger apartments? Vote in our poll and share your take in the comments section. Source: The Times Of India - https://lnkd.in/dgsT7akr ✍: Ankita Sajal #Kolkata #RealEstate

Welcome to the Daily Rundown! These are the top news stories for Thursday, January 30 — More CXOs join the million dollar-pay club, The fastest-growing jobs in Indian cities, and more. 1️⃣ More CXOs enter the million dollar-pay club: The number of CXOs in India earning a million dollars or more in compensation grew to 213 in FY24 from 179 in FY23. A demand-supply mismatch, inclusion of attractive bonuses and incentives, and hiring more CXOs with global experience are major contributing factors. Chandni Nihalani shares the skills needed to take up senior leadership roles: https://lnkd.in/gb5k6-h8 2️⃣ IT firms to go big on smaller deals: Mega new deals are expected to play a smaller part in the overall revenues of Indian IT firms In FY26. In fact, smaller deals are emerging as the new normal, due to their flexibility and lower risk profiles, say industry watchers. Vishakha Agarwal explains how India is emerging as a global tech leader: https://lnkd.in/gYxMhuEH 3️⃣ The fastest-growing jobs in Indian cities: LinkedIn has unveiled its annual Jobs on the Rise City Edition lists, featuring the fastest-growing jobs in 10 major metropolitan areas in the country — from Mumbai to Bengaluru. Check them out here: https://lnkd.in/ghWeXWej 4️⃣ Banks see a surge in complaints: Consumer complaints against banks and NBFCs increased in FY24, primarily driven by issues with loans, digital banking, and deposit accounts, shows RBI data. The loans and advances category saw the most complaints, followed by mobile and electronic banking, deposit accounts, and credit cards. CA Abishek Jhawar sees this as an opportunity: https://lnkd.in/gQWYXj6p 5️⃣ Deals activity hots up in hospitality: India’s hospitality industry recorded transaction activity worth $340 million last year, JLL data reveals. This is a rise from $337 million in 2023 and $76 million in 2022. Mumbai and Bengaluru led in high-value transactions. Pulkit Kedia highlights an emerging hospitality trend: https://lnkd.in/ge-uW2Kd 💬 What’s your take on today’s stories? Share in the comments section. ✍️: Divya Pathak 📷: Getty Images #DailyRundownIndia