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Urmi Chatterjee Appointed as Regional HR Head at Siemens Healthineers
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Urmi Chatterjee Appointed as Regional HR Head at Siemens Healthineers

Urmi Chatterjee has been elevated to Head HR – Asia, Middle East & Africa at Siemens Healthineers, expanding her HR leadership responsibilities across the region. In her new role, she will oversee HR for the Asia, Middle East and Africa region, building on her earlier responsibility for India and APJ and her experience in regional […]

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DRDO Opens 50 Apprentice Vacancies, Stipend Up to Rs.12,300
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DRDO Opens 50 Apprentice Vacancies, Stipend Up to Rs.12,300

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has invited applications for 50 apprentice positions at its Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha. The apprenticeship training will be for one year, with 15 Graduate Apprentice and 35 Technician Apprentice positions available. The advertisement, numbered PXE/HRD/AT/01/2026-27, was published on September 23, 2026. The last date […]

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Bhavya Misra, CHRO, Godrej Capital: Employees Must Own Their Career Growth
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Bhavya Misra, CHRO, Godrej Capital: Employees Must Own Their Career Growth

Bhavya Misra is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Godrej Capital, with over 15 years of experience in strategic workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and organisational development. Prior to joining Godrej Capital, she led Human Resources functions at PepsiCo and Lenovo. Bhavya has a proven track record of aligning HR strategies with […]

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HCLTech Elevates Rahuraman Venkatachalam as VP HR – Enterprise L&D
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HCLTech Elevates Rahuraman Venkatachalam as VP HR – Enterprise L&D

HCLTech has elevated Rahuraman Venkatachalam as Vice President HR – Enterprise Learning and Development, expanding his HR leadership role within the technology company. In his new role, Rahuraman will be associated with HCLTech’s enterprise learning and development function, following his earlier role as Associate Vice President HR for Engineering and R&D Services. Extensive Experience Rahuraman […]

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New Minimum Wages for Construction, Agriculture Workers From October 1
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New Minimum Wages for Construction, Agriculture Workers From October 1

The Labour Bureau has revised the Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) for workers covered under the Central Government’s minimum wage framework, increasing the applicable minimum wages from October 1, 2026. The revision covers agriculture, construction and maintenance, mining, loading and unloading, sweeping and cleaning, and watch and ward duties. The revised VDA was notified by the […]

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XSIO to Invest Rs. 2,500 Crore in Maharashtra, 3,000 Jobs Expected
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XSIO to Invest Rs. 2,500 Crore in Maharashtra, 3,000 Jobs Expected

XSIO Industrial Parks has announced an additional FDI-backed investment of ₹2,500 crore in Maharashtra, expected to create around 3,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. Nagpur will remain a key hub for the company as it expands its industrial and logistics parks across the state. The investment was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with […]

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Vivek Sapre Appointed as Chief Human Resources Officer at Fibe
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Vivek Sapre Appointed as Chief Human Resources Officer at Fibe

Digital lending platform Fibe has appointed Vivek Sapre as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 5, 2026. In his new role, Vivek will lead the company’s people and culture agenda, with a focus on leadership development, talent management and organisational capability. Extensive Experience Vivek joins Fibe from Veranda Learning Solutions, where he served as […]

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AICTE Opens Remote Technology Internship Across India
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AICTE Opens Remote Technology Internship Across India

AICTE and CodeMore have opened applications for a three-month remote technology internship covering Python, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Java and website development. The internship will begin on November 1, 2026, with applications closing on October 31. Internship Details The virtual internship is open to candidates across India and offers five positions. The programme […]

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Nikhil Dhingra Appointed Joint MD at ACME Solar Holdings
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Nikhil Dhingra Appointed Joint MD at ACME Solar Holdings

The Board of Directors of ACME Solar Holdings Limited has approved the appointment of Nikhil Dhingra as Joint Managing Director for a five-year term from October 3, 2026, to October 2, 2031. Dhingra’s new appointment supersedes his existing position as Whole-Time Director. He will continue as Chief Executive Officer of ACME Solar Holdings, a role […]

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Vivek Sapre Appointed as Chief Human Resources Officer at Fibe
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Vivek Sapre Appointed as Chief Human Resources Officer at Fibe

Digital lending platform Fibe has appointed Vivek Sapre as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 5, 2026. In his new role, Vivek will lead the company’s people and culture agenda, with a focus on leadership development, talent management and organisational capability. Extensive Experience Vivek joins Fibe from Veranda Learning Solutions, where he served as […]

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Isgec Heavy Engineering Appoints Mahua Chakrabarty as CHRO
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Isgec Heavy Engineering Appoints Mahua Chakrabarty as CHRO

Isgec Heavy Engineering has appointed Mahua Chakrabarty as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 1, 2026, as part of its senior management team. As CHRO, Mahua will oversee the company’s people strategy, talent management, organisational development, change management and HR operations. She will be responsible for supporting people priorities across the organisation and its […]

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Syngenta Appoints Armaan Seth as Head – HR Business Partnering
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Syngenta Appoints Armaan Seth as Head – HR Business Partnering

Syngenta has appointed Armaan Seth as Head – HR Business Partnering, based in Basel, Switzerland. He took charge of the role in September 2026. In his new role, Armaan will work on HR business partnering at the company. His appointment adds to his experience across global HR leadership, talent and culture, regional HR, and business-focused […]

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Visa Appoints Kripa Krishnamoorthy as Head- HR, INSA Market
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Visa Appoints Kripa Krishnamoorthy as Head- HR, INSA Market

Visa has appointed Kripa Krishnamoorthy as Head- HR, INSA Market, bringing more than two decades of HR experience across financial services, banking, consumer businesses and talent management. In her new role, Kripa will support Visa’s India and South Asia business on people matters, including talent, organisation design, leadership development, employee engagement, workforce planning and HR […]

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DCM Shriram Chemicals Appoints Radhika Arora as CHRO
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DCM Shriram Chemicals Appoints Radhika Arora as CHRO

DCM Shriram Chemicals, a major Indian chemical manufacturer and the country’s second-largest Chlor-Alkali producer, has appointed Radhika Arora as Chief Human Resources Officer. In her new role, Radhika will focus on building leadership, technical and organisational capabilities to support capacity expansion, manufacturing excellence and growth into higher-value segments, while strengthening safety, performance and organisational capability […]

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Lumilens Appoints Deepa Subbaiah B as Global Head HR
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Lumilens Appoints Deepa Subbaiah B as Global Head HR

Deepa Subbaiah B has taken up the role of Global Head- HR at Lumilens, a connectivity platform focused on AI infrastructure and data centre technologies. In her new role, Deepa will lead Lumilens’ global HR function, covering people management, talent, leadership development, employee relations, and HR operations as the company expands its photonics and AI […]

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Julius Baer India Appoints Jayesh Kothari as CHRO
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Julius Baer India Appoints Jayesh Kothari as CHRO

Julius Baer India has appointed Jayesh Kothari as Chief Human Resources Officer, India, effective September 17, 2026, as the firm expands its business in the country. In his new role, Jayesh will support the company’s India growth plans, including expanding its relationship manager base, strengthening mid-office functions, developing internal talent, building leadership capabilities and creating […]

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Procter & Gamble elevates Ratul Ghosh as VP-HR and CHRO, APAC
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Procter & Gamble elevates Ratul Ghosh as VP-HR and CHRO, APAC

Ratul Ghosh has been elevated to Vice President-Human Resources (CHRO), APAC at Procter & Gamble, taking charge of the company’s people and organisation strategy across the region. In his new role, Ratul will oversee HR across 10 APAC markets, including ASEAN, Japan, Korea and Australia. He will work with the APAC Executive Board and support […]

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Beyond Rewards: Why Recognition Remains the Most Human Leadership Tool
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Beyond Rewards: Why Recognition Remains the Most Human Leadership Tool

“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 […]

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Employee Recognition Trends Redefining the Future of Work
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Employee Recognition Trends Redefining the Future of Work

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 […]

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A Culture of Everyday Recognition: Small Gestures, Massive Impact
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A Culture of Everyday Recognition: Small Gestures, Massive Impact

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 […]

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Employee Recognition Is Changing: What Gen Z Really Wants at Work
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Employee Recognition Is Changing: What Gen Z Really Wants at Work

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, […]

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Saiyam Jain Appointed India HR Head at Foxconn
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Saiyam Jain Appointed India HR Head at Foxconn

Saiyam Jain has joined Foxconn as India HR Head. He joins after nearly four years with Hero FinCorp. In his new role, Saiyam will be part of Foxconn’s India HR leadership, bringing experience across rewards, people analytics, workforce planning, HR technology, performance management and HR transformation. Extensive Experience Before joining Foxconn, Saiyam was with Hero […]

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GST Council May Allow Employers to Claim ITC on Employee Insurance
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GST Council May Allow Employers to Claim ITC on Employee Insurance

The GST Council is expected to consider a proposal on October 7, 2026, to allow employers to claim input tax credit (ITC) on GST paid for insurance coverage provided to employees. If approved, the proposal could reduce the cost of group health and life insurance for employers. GST Council to Consider ITC Proposal Currently, businesses […]

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Nike to Build New Bengaluru Campus Amid Global Job Cuts
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Nike to Build New Bengaluru Campus Amid Global Job Cuts

Nike plans to open a new campus in Bengaluru by fiscal 2028 as the sportswear company increases its focus on India as a growth market and manufacturing hub. The campus will bring together India-based full-time employees supporting Nike, Jordan and Converse. The company has not yet disclosed the exact location, investment amount or expected headcount […]

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InsuranceDekho CHRO on What Happens When Employees Ask: What’s Next?
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InsuranceDekho CHRO on What Happens When Employees Ask: What’s Next?

Rendezvous with Divya Mohan, Chief Human Resources Officer, InsuranceDekho Divya is an experienced HR leader with a career spanning financial services, technology, hospitality, automotive, retail, wellness and FMCG. At InsuranceDekho, she leads Human Resources and is responsible for the company’s people and talent agenda. Before InsuranceDekho, Divya was part of the HR leadership teams at […]

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EPF Wage Ceiling Hike: Employers Told Not to Cut Salaries
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EPF Wage Ceiling Hike: Employers Told Not to Cut Salaries

The Labour and Employment Ministry has directed employers not to reduce employees’ statutory wages or pass the additional employer EPF contribution to employees through CTC adjustments after the EPF wage ceiling was increased from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month with effect from September 17, 2026. The revised EPF wage ceiling brings employees earning between ₹15,000 […]

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UNICEF Internships Open to Indian Students and Recent Graduates
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UNICEF Internships Open to Indian Students and Recent Graduates

UNICEF is offering internship opportunities to students and recent graduates through its global Internship Programme, allowing eligible candidates an opportunity to gain practical work experience with the United Nations agency. Indian students and recent graduates can apply for suitable vacancies, subject to the eligibility criteria and requirements of each position. Who Can Apply? According to […]

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Wipro Bench Policy: Employees Raise Questions Over Unpaid Period
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Wipro Bench Policy: Employees Raise Questions Over Unpaid Period

Wipro revised its bench policy, effective October 1, 2026, which allows employees in Band 2 and below to remain on the paid bench for up to 180 calendar days. The change has drawn attention to project allocation and Wipro’s separate Extended Bench Leave Programme (EBLP), which has now also become the subject of a labour […]

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Beyond Hiring: Connecting Talent Acquisition With Succession Planning
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Beyond Hiring: Connecting Talent Acquisition With Succession Planning

For years, organisations have treated hiring and succession planning as two different conversations. Talent Acquisition asks: “Who do we need now?” Succession planning asks: “Who will lead us tomorrow?” But in an environment being reshaped by AI, automation, new business models and rapidly changing skills, I believe these two questions can no longer be addressed […]

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