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Indian unicorns surge but C suite remains a men’s club for top roles

Indian unicorns surge but C suite remains a men’s club for top roles

A new report finds a stark gender gap in India’s unicorn leadership: women occupy only about 10% of C-suite roles. The underrepresentation is especially sharp in tech and strategic functions, where women are far less likely to become CEOs, CTOs, or CIOs. Even as women lead strongly in HR, systemic barriers still limit advancement and acceptance in top positions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Female bosses can boost growth, but old barriers still block women even in rich nations

Female bosses can boost growth, but old barriers still block women even in rich nations

New research finds firms with women in leadership tend to perform better, with female managers more accurately spotting and promoting talent—improving productivity. But the expected fade of discrimination doesn’t show up. Even in wealthy countries, persistent gender gaps and workplace conventions continue to limit women’s rise into top roles.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Only 1 in 5 women rise internally in India Inc as promotions stall after 50

Only 1 in 5 women rise internally in India Inc as promotions stall after 50

A new report highlights a stubborn gender leadership gap across Indian companies. It finds that women’s internal promotions fall well behind men’s as they near 50, with career breaks further limiting upward mobility and pay equity. The study also flags uneven access to high-stakes, revenue-generating roles—often critical to promotion pathways.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
AI bias could widen the gender leadership gap despite rising confidence, a new study warns

AI bias could widen the gender leadership gap despite rising confidence, a new study warns

A new report finds stubborn gender stereotypes around “future-facing” skills like AI and data analysis. Nearly half of men view these roles as masculine, while women largely see them as neutral or even feminine. Even as perceptions of women’s effectiveness improve, this AI-linked bias could deepen the leadership gap.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Study finds India engineers overconfident on AI while practical skills lag badly

Study finds India engineers overconfident on AI while practical skills lag badly

A new study warns of a widening AI confidence-capability gap among India’s engineering workforce. Many engineers believe they are ready for AI roles, yet few have strong hands-on practical skills. That mismatch is complicating hiring and could stall careers. Women engineers face extra hurdles, including work-life pressures and limited mentoring, prompting firms to favor proven capability over self-assessment.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Hindustan Unilever names Priya Nair CEO as India Inc slowly breaks gender glass ceiling

Hindustan Unilever names Priya Nair CEO as India Inc slowly breaks gender glass ceiling

Hindustan Unilever has appointed Priya Nair as its next CEO and managing director, effective August 2025, signaling another milestone for women at the helm of India’s corporate world. Yet the article stresses that female leadership at top levels remains rare, with ongoing hurdles around hiring, retention, and career progression slowing broader change across sectors.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Women apprenticeships surge as structured training expands but hiring gaps still linger

Women apprenticeships surge as structured training expands but hiring gaps still linger

Women’s participation in apprenticeships is rising fast, with numbers climbing sharply from 2021-22 to 2023-24 as structured training programs broaden access across sectors. The progress is narrowing gender divides, but the report finds many organizations still employ few or no women apprentices. Continued targeted inclusion is urged to unlock India’s workforce potential fully.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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