The Bombay High Court has ruled that EPFO cannot reject an otherwise eligible employee’s application for higher EPS-95 pension merely because the employer’s provident fund (PF) trust rules cap contributions at the statutory wage ceiling or do not provide for a higher-pension option. The judgment was delivered on October 19, 2026, by Justice Sandeep V. […]
Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) has announced 15 internship positions under its Vidyut Pragya programme, offering eligible candidates a monthly stipend of ₹50,000 for an initial period of six months. Applications are open until November 6, 2026. The internship will provide candidates with an opportunity to work on power system simulation studies, an area […]
Infosys has flagged increasing pricing pressure as clients expect greater productivity gains from artificial intelligence (AI), even as the technology creates new business opportunities. The development shows the growing challenge for HR leaders in the IT services industry to balance employee costs, productivity expectations and workforce skills. During its second-quarter earnings discussion on October 23, […]
India’s IT-BPM sector is expected to hire around 2.1 lakh freshers in FY27 as recruitment recovers from a decline in entry-level hiring. However, employers are increasingly seeking graduates with AI skills and expertise in data engineering, cybersecurity and other specialised technology areas. Fresher Hiring Expected to Recover in FY27 According to industry estimates cited in […]
A Gartner survey found that 88% of HR leaders had not seen significant business value from AI tools in their organisations. Another Gartner study found that only 8% of HR leaders believed their managers had the skills needed to use AI effectively, showing a gap between AI adoption and workplace readiness. The findings underline a […]
The Indian Army’s Northern Command has invited applications for its 2026–27 internship programme, offering a 75-day opportunity for young innovators and aspiring technologists to work on defence-related projects. The programme offers a total stipend of ₹75,000 and covers areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, drones and robotics. Internship Duration, Stipend and Locations The internship will […]
Nestlé India has announced changes to its senior management, with Gopichandar Jagatheesan set to lead its Nutrition and Dairy business and Mansi Khanna nominated to head Chocolates and Confectionery from January 1, 2027, subject to necessary approvals. The company disclosed the changes in a regulatory filing dated October 21, 2026, stating that the appointments are […]
ICICI Life Insurance plans to add 20,000 women advisors across India by the end of FY2027 under its Narishakti initiative. The company announced the target on October 15, 2026, as the programme marked its second anniversary. As of September 30, 2026, the insurer had more than 78,000 women advisors. They accounted for around 32% of […]
India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are projected to employ 3.3–3.7 million people by 2031, adding 1–1.4 million net jobs and generating demand for 150–170 million sq. ft. of additional office space, according to a new Embark report Titled India GCCs in the AI Era: Implications for Workforce Growth and Office Demand, the report examines how […]
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Strides Pharma Science Ltd. has elevated Nandini Matiyani to Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) from her most recent role as Executive Vice President and Global HR Head. In her new role, Nandini will lead the global HR function across multiple geographies, focusing on talent management, leadership development, organisational culture, employee experience and workforce capabilities […]
Pacific Inter-Link (PIL) has appointed Kiran Dhillon as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 1, 2026. She brings 28 years of HR experience, including over 18 years in leadership roles. In her new role, Kiran will lead PIL’s regional HR function and work with its businesses across Malaysia, Indonesia and Africa. Her responsibilities include […]
Wingify has appointed Sahil Sharma as its Global Chief People Officer, effective October 2026. He joins the company after serving as Group Chief Human Resources Officer at RateGain for four years. In his new role, Sahil will lead the global people function at Wingify. His responsibilities are expected to cover people management and HR priorities […]
PayU, India’s leading digital payment gateway and financial technology platform, has appointed Megha Mahesh as Director – Talent and Culture, effective October 2026. In her new role, Megha will lead PayU’s talent management, culture, learning and development, diversity and inclusion (D&I), and employee engagement functions. She joins PayU from Bharti Airtel, where she served as […]
Vastu Housing Finance Corporation Ltd. has appointed Hamsaz Vasunia Wadhwani as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In her new role, Hamsaz will lead the company’s human resources function. Her experience covers business HR, talent management, recruitment, training, performance and rewards, employee engagement, and organisational culture. Extensive Experience Before joining Vastu Housing Finance, Hamsaz served […]
Onward Technologies Limited has elevated Sujata Singh to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 2026. She previously served as Executive Vice President and Global Head of Human Resources at the company. In her new role, Sujata will lead the company’s people strategy, focusing on employee capabilities, leadership development and organisational culture. She will also […]
Somany Impresa Group (Hindware Ltd., Hindware Home Innovation Ltd. and AGI Greenpac Ltd.) has appointed Shaili Tyagi as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In her new role, Shaili will spearhead the Group’s people and talent strategy, focusing on developing future leaders, strengthening succession pipelines, fostering a high-performance culture and building a future-ready workforce. Extensive Experience […]
SAP has appointed Bhrigu Joshi as Head of People & Culture in India. He joins the role after serving as Market HR Leader at Google India. In his new role, Bhrigu will lead SAP’s India People & Culture team, develop and deliver the India people strategy, and align HR priorities with the company’s global people […]
“Compensation may attract talent. Recognition inspires commitment. The difference often determines the culture an organization creates.” In boardrooms across the world, leaders are debating the future of work. Artificial Intelligence is transforming business models. Automation is redefining jobs. Organizations are investing heavily in technology, workforce analytics, and productivity enhancement. Yet amidst all these conversations, one […]
Over the years, working across renewables and banking, I have witnessed how workplaces evolve, sometimes gradually and at times almost overnight. One constant, however, has been the evolution of employee recognition, which has grown from occasional appreciation into a vital part of workplace culture. I recall a moment during a solar asset management review in […]
In today’s fast-paced, sometimes hybrid, highly competitive, and mostly high-stress organizational environments, Employee recognition has become more important than ever. I remember the highly elaborate Quarterly Reward and Recognition events in one of my earliest assignments in the corporate world – Meticulous planning, certificates with details of accomplishments impeccably penned, the entire organization gathering for […]
The way organizations approach employee recognition has changed dramatically over the last decade and a half. What was once largely centered around annual bonuses, service awards, and promotions has evolved into a more dynamic, personalized, and purpose-driven approach to employee recognition. This transformation has been shaped by technological advancement, changing workforce expectations, and, most importantly, […]
Welspun Corp has secured an order worth approximately ₹5,500 crore ($580 million) from a major US midstream company to supply coated steel pipes for a natural gas pipeline project in the Permian Basin, United States. The contract is linked to gas supplies for a data centre complex operated by a leading global hyperscaler. The order […]
Himanshu Bhardwaj has joined IBM as Head APAC – Business Orchestration Services (BOS), based in Gurugram, Haryana, according to his LinkedIn profile. In his new role, Himanshu will lead Business Orchestration Services across the Asia-Pacific region, with responsibilities covering business strategy, go-to-market plans, regional growth, market expansion, commercial performance, partnerships and operational excellence. Extensive Experience […]
Tata Insights and Quants (Tata iQ), the Tata Group’s advanced analytics and AI centre of excellence, is offering a free, online Internship through Forage to help participants develop practical skills in data analytics, predictive modelling and generative AI. The programme, titled GenAI Powered Data Analytics, allows participants to experience a simulated AI transformation consultant role. […]
The full rollout of EPFO 3.0 could take another year after completion of the tendering process, potentially delaying proposed social-security benefits for gig, platform, unorganised and construction workers. According to a Business Standard report, the request for proposal (RFP) to select the technology partner was still being prepared. The report said implementation could take around […]
Barclays plans to cut around 5,000 jobs globally in 2026 as the British banking group increases its use of technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency. The planned reduction represents around 5% of its workforce, according to a Reuters report published on October 22. Barclays Chief Financial Officer Anna Cross […]
Harsha Gopal Kadam, Managing Director and CEO of Schaeffler India, was taken into police custody on October 19, 2026, in connection with an investigation into a factory accident in Talegaon, Pune district, that killed two workers in June. According to a regulatory filing dated October 20, the investigation was expanded to include Kadam because of […]
Strides Pharma Science Ltd. has elevated Nandini Matiyani to Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) from her most recent role as Executive Vice President and Global HR Head. In her new role, Nandini will lead the global HR function across multiple geographies, focusing on talent management, leadership development, organisational culture, employee experience and workforce capabilities […]
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has secured two large construction orders from government agencies to build Common Central Secretariat buildings in New Delhi and two office towers in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. The projects will have a combined built-up area of 70.3 lakh square feet and are scheduled for completion within 24 and 30 months, respectively. The […]
