Adidas has confirmed job cuts within its India Technology organisation, while reports indicate that around 350 employees, or nearly half of the workforce at its Gurugram tech hub, may be affected. The company confirmed the reduction in roles on September 16 but did not disclose the exact number of employees affected. Adidas said the changes […]
Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate, a reputed name in India’s real estate sector, has appointed Gitanjali Dhotre as Head – Talent Acquisition. In her role as Head – Talent Acquisition at Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate, she will work closely with business and leadership teams to build talent strategies that support organisational growth, strengthen leadership pipelines, and […]
The Union Cabinet has approved an increase in the EPFO monthly wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000, a move expected to bring more than 51 lakh additional employees under mandatory EPFO coverage. The change will also affect eligibility and pension calculations under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS). The wage ceiling was last increased to ₹15,000 […]
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has invited applications for 35 paid internships at its Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), Avadi, Chennai, for the academic year 2026–27. The six-month internships offer a stipend of ₹5,000 per month. 35 Internships Across Four Engineering Areas The programme is open to eligible final-year undergraduate and […]
The Union Cabinet has approved raising the monthly wage ceiling for mandatory Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) coverage from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000, the government announced on September 16, 2026. The change is expected to bring more than 51 lakh additional employees under mandatory EPFO coverage. The decision was taken by the Cabinet chaired by Prime […]
Samsung India has elevated Shirish Joshi as Head – Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, Compliance and People Partner for the VD/DA Business. In his new role, Shirish will handle employee engagement, employee relations and compliance, while also working as People Partner for Samsung India’s VD/DA business and supporting its people-related requirements. Extensive Experience Shirish brings nearly […]
Oracle has started a fresh round of layoffs in India, with product engineering teams reportedly facing a significant share of the job cuts. The latest workforce reduction began in the US on September 14 and has now reached India, according to reports. The exact number of employees affected in India has not been confirmed by […]
The role of HR has undergone a profound transformation over the last few years. What was once primarily a function focused on talent acquisition, employee engagement, and compliance has evolved into a strategic business partner responsible for enabling organizational growth, agility, and future readiness. As we move through 2026, one trend is becoming increasingly clear: […]
TRF Limited has appointed Shubhra Singh as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective September 15, 2026. She succeeds Abhijeet Singh, who has ceased to hold the role. In her new role, Shubhra will lead the HR function at TRF, covering people management, employee relations, talent management and other human resources activities. Abhijeet will take up another […]
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Samsung India has elevated Shirish Joshi as Head – Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, Compliance and People Partner for the VD/DA Business. In his new role, Shirish will handle employee engagement, employee relations and compliance, while also working as People Partner for Samsung India’s VD/DA business and supporting its people-related requirements. Extensive Experience Shirish brings nearly […]
TRF Limited has appointed Shubhra Singh as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective September 15, 2026. She succeeds Abhijeet Singh, who has ceased to hold the role. In her new role, Shubhra will lead the HR function at TRF, covering people management, employee relations, talent management and other human resources activities. Abhijeet will take up another […]
Voith Group has appointed Rajashree Sengupta as Chief People Officer, India, to lead its human resources function and people agenda across the country and business. In her new role, she will lead the people function in India, supporting HR priorities, employee engagement, talent development, learning, organisation development and people-related initiatives across the business, its teams […]
Experian has elevated Nidhi Arora as Country HR Head, expanding her responsibilities after more than three years with the company in senior HR roles. In her new role, Nidhi will oversee the HR function in India, covering talent management, employee engagement, HR processes, performance management, learning, diversity and inclusion, and workforce development. Extensive Experience Nidhi […]
Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) today announced the appointment of Amit Mehta as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective October 1, 2026. He will succeed Manu Wadhwa and join the company’s Senior Management Team. As previously announced, Manu will continue her association with SPNI as Strategy Advisor. In his new role, Amit will lead SPNI’s People […]
upGrad, Asia’s largest integrated skilling and workforce development company, has elevated Koell Hemdev to General Counsel & Chief Human Resources Officer, expanding her responsibilities to include both the legal and people functions. In her expanded role, Koell will lead upGrad’s legal and HR functions. She will also work on an initiative aimed at building a […]
Jindal (India) Limited has appointed Dr. Amit Khanna as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective August 2026. In his new role, Amit will lead the organisation’s overall People and Culture agenda, covering talent, organisational effectiveness, leadership development, employee engagement, performance, HR systems and workforce capability across its manufacturing operations. Extensive Experience Amit brings over 26 […]
BCH Electric Ltd has appointed Amit Sharma as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective September 1, 2026. As CHRO, Amit will oversee people strategy, workforce planning, HR policies, employee relations and administration, while working with the leadership team to align HR priorities with business requirements and growth. Extensive Experience Amit brings nearly 20 years of […]
“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, […]
Engineering students looking for internship opportunities can apply for two openings listed on the AICTE National Internship Portal. The internships are for an Electrical Engineer Intern in Gurugram and a Mechanical Engineer Intern in Bengaluru. Both internships are offered by Knowledge Center and are listed on the National Internship Portal of the All India Council […]
The Central Government can temporarily reduce or defer employee and employer Provident Fund contributions for up to three months during a pandemic, endemic or national disaster under the Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme, 2026. The provision gives the government the option to provide temporary relief to employees and employers when a major crisis affects economic activity. […]
Oracle has begun another round of job cuts in the US, with affected employees receiving an early-morning email saying their roles had been eliminated and that the same day would be their last day of work. Oracle’s latest layoffs took place in the US on September 14, 2026. Employees reportedly received the termination email around […]
Voith Group has appointed Rajashree Sengupta as Chief People Officer, India, to lead its human resources function and people agenda across the country and business. In her new role, she will lead the people function in India, supporting HR priorities, employee engagement, talent development, learning, organisation development and people-related initiatives across the business, its teams […]
Satellite markets in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) accounted for 44.1% of BFSI job postings in FY26, as hiring expanded beyond Mumbai’s traditional financial centres and demand increased for credit, lending, insurance and customer-facing roles, according to data from Apna. The data shows that BFSI hiring in MMR remained broadly flat year-on-year in Q1 FY27, […]
Experian has elevated Nidhi Arora as Country HR Head, expanding her responsibilities after more than three years with the company in senior HR roles. In her new role, Nidhi will oversee the HR function in India, covering talent management, employee engagement, HR processes, performance management, learning, diversity and inclusion, and workforce development. Extensive Experience Nidhi […]
The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) offers a two-month WCD Internship programme for women students, scholars, social activists and teachers, with a monthly stipend of ₹20,000. WCD Internship is aimed at providing exposure to government policies, research and programmes related to women and child development. Who Can Apply? The WCD Internship is open […]
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is planning a WhatsApp-based service that could allow members to check their PF balance, passbook details and claim status through their phones, according to reports. The proposed facility is expected to give EPF members another way to access basic account information without repeatedly logging into the EPFO website or […]
