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Top 10 Highest Paid CEOs in India
Business Bytes
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1y ago
Medial
The article lists the top 10 highest-paid CEOs in India for 2024, highlighting their companies, annual compensation, innovations, and impact. Topping the list is Kalanithi Maran of Sun TV Network with ₹87.5 crore, followed by Salil Parekh of Infosys with ₹71.02 crore, and C.P. Gurnani of Tech Mahindra with ₹63.4 crore. The list also includes notable names like Mukesh Ambani of Reliance Industries and Pawan Munjal of Hero MotoCorp, showcasing their significant contributions to their respective industries.
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7 out of 10 Highest paid CEOs in India hail from IT sector
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
According to a report by the Economic Times, the IT sector dominates the list of highest paid CEOs in India, with 7 out of the top 10 belonging to the sector. CEOs from companies like Wipro, Infosys, and Tech Mahindra are among the top earners, with salaries ranging from ₹29 crore to ₹82 crore. The intense global competition faced by IT companies is cited as a key reason for the high executive remuneration in the sector. Additionally, founders of Zerodha, Nithin and Nikhil Kamath, collectively withdrew ₹195.4 crore as compensation in FY23, making them one of the top-earning CEOs.
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With double-digit hikes, CEO pay in India stands at Rs 10 crore: Deloitte survey
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4m ago
Medial
The Deloitte India Executive Performance and Rewards Survey 2025 indicates a 13% increase in median compensation for Indian professional CEOs, now at Rs 10 crore, with 60% of this at risk. CXO pay rose by 7-11%, with COOs and CFOs the highest-paid after CEOs, nearing Rs 4 crore. There's rising scrutiny on share-based plans, shareholder activism, and a shift towards performance-based assessments. The survey involved 400 organizations, revealing increased emphasis on strategic target alignment and holistic performance evaluations.
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Data check: Why C-suite salaries jumped in FY24—and did staff pay keep pace?
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9m ago
Medial
The median remuneration for top executives at India's largest listed companies grew by 8.6% in FY24, according to a Mint analysis. However, the salary gap with staff remains significant in many companies, highlighting a larger issue. The highest-paid CEOs in India come from sectors such as IT, banking, and finance. Over the past five years, the median pay for executive directors at Nifty 500 companies has surged from ₹3.8 crore to ₹5.7 crore. The analysis also revealed a gender pay gap and a growing number of executives making over ₹1 crore per year.
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Meet Indian IT industry's best paid CEO
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Ravi Kumar Singisetti, CEO of Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., received $22.56 million in compensation last year, making him the highest-paid Indian boss at a tech services company. The amount includes a one-time stock reward. Kumar's compensation is 0.11% of Cognizant's $19.35 billion revenue. Notably, Cognizant's revenue declined, and the company let go of 3,500 employees to improve profitability. Comparatively, other Indian IT services CEOs received lower proportions of their respective company's revenue as remuneration.
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Who is Nikesh Arora? Indian origin executive who earned 2nd highest paycheck.
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
The Indian-origin CEO of Palo Alto Networks, Nikesh Arora, ranked second on the Wall Street Journal's list of highest-paid CEOs in the US in 2023. With a compensation of $151.43 million, Arora's earnings exceeded those of other prominent tech executives such as Mark Zuckerberg of Meta and Sundar Pichai of Google. Prior to his role at Palo Alto Networks, Arora had an impressive career at companies like Google and Softbank, where he received significant compensation packages. Palo Alto Networks justified Arora's high pay by highlighting his strong performance and the importance of retaining his talent.
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New entries in India's highest paid women's list; Kavery Kalanithi remains on top
VCCircle
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9m ago
Medial
There are new entries in India's highest paid women's list this year, with non-promoter professionals making their way onto the list. Kavery Kalanithi remains on top. Vibha Padalkar, MD & CEO of HDFC Life Insurance, is among the new entrants. The list has typically been dominated by close relatives of business promoters, but this trend is slowly changing as more non-promoter professionals are recognized.
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How India’s 10 Most Profitable companies fared in FY25 in terms of earnings and returns - BusinessToday
Business Today
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2m ago
Medial
India's top 10 profitable companies in FY25 had mixed results, with banks achieving robust profits and returns, while commodity-linked firms struggled. The State Bank of India (SBI) led with a consolidated profit after tax of Rs 77,561 crore, delivering a 15.6% increase from FY24 and the highest five-year stock return of 397%. HDFC Bank followed as second-most profitable, reporting a 10.5% rise in PAT, alongside a commendable five-year return of 103%.
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How did emerging Indian startup hubs perform on the funding ladder in 2023?
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
According to Inc42's Indian Startup Funding Report 2023, Pune emerged as the fastest-growing startup hub in India, securing $4.7 Bn in funding across 355 deals between 2014 and 2023. However, Jaipur experienced a decline in funding activity, only recording eight deals in 2023, reflecting a 56% decline from the previous year. Surprisingly, Surat made it to the top 10 startup hubs, securing $6.9 Mn in funding, marking the highest amount to date. Overall, emerging startup hubs in India witnessed a 40% decline in funding compared to the previous year.
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CEOs in India Grapple with Ethical Challenges in Generative AI Adoption
Business Bytes
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1y ago
Medial
Indian CEOs are facing ethical challenges when it comes to adopting generative AI technology, according to a report by KPMG. While 66% of Indian CEOs see generative AI as a top investment priority, 58% consider ethical issues a significant hurdle. This indicates a recognition of the transformative potential of the technology but also highlights the importance of balancing innovation with ethical considerations. The ethical dilemma surrounding generative AI remains a key topic of discussion for business leaders in India and worldwide.
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Sharechat's CEO took 80L, CFO 3.11CR this year when the company lost Rs. 4000cr+
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
ShareChat, a social media unicorn, reported net losses of Rs 5,144 crore in FY23, up by 72% from the previous year. Its top executives, including the CFO and co-founders, received a cumulative remuneration of Rs 5.77 crore. The CFO, Manohar Charan, was the highest-paid with a total compensation of Rs 3.11 crore. CEO Ankush Sachdeva's pay remained unchanged at Rs 80 lakh. ShareChat's revenue increased by 59% to Rs 553 crore, but expenses also rose significantly, including server rent, content development costs, and financing expenses.
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