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Government of India / Ministry of Education: Strategic Hiring
India launched the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026, a ₹200 crore government program to recruit leading Indian-origin researchers from abroad across 13 priority sectors (AI, semiconductors, cybersecurity, healthcare, climate tech). Packages up to ₹14 crore over 5 years; applications open June 1 - July 15, 2026.
Source: YourStory (India)
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A hiring build-out like this points to deepening the sector executive bench strength over the coming quarters.
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