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TCS Adds 4,258 Employees in Q2, Headcount Reaches 5.98 Lakh
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TCS Adds 4,258 Employees in Q2, Headcount Reaches 5.98 Lakh

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) added 4,258 employees on a net basis during the July-September quarter, taking its total workforce to 5,98,056 as of September 30, 2026. The company also reported a sequential decline in IT Services attrition to 13.3%. The headcount addition marks the third consecutive quarter of net workforce growth after TCS went through […]

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NPCIL Offers 51 Internship Positions for CA and CMA Students
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NPCIL Offers 51 Internship Positions for CA and CMA Students

Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has invited applications for 51 CA/CMA Intern positions for practical training in Finance and Accounts. Eligible candidates can apply online until October 26, 2026. The internship is open to candidates who have passed the Intermediate examination of Chartered Accountancy (CA) or Cost and Management Accountancy (CMA) in Finance […]

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Dharmendra Sinha Appointed CEO of Accenture Edge
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Dharmendra Sinha Appointed CEO of Accenture Edge

Dharmendra Sinha has joined Accenture as CEO of Accenture Edge, its business serving high-growth mid-market companies, bringing around 30 years of experience in technology and business leadership. In his new role, he will lead Accenture Edge’s strategic vision, growth agenda and innovation priorities, helping mid-market clients use technology, cloud, AI and digital solutions to address […]

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HCLTech Launches 20 Industry AI Solutions Across Key Sectors
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HCLTech Launches 20 Industry AI Solutions Across Key Sectors

HCLTech has launched 20 purpose-built Industry AI Solutions designed to help enterprises apply artificial intelligence to specific business processes across banking, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, telecom, mobility, energy and other sectors. The company announced the portfolio on October 8, saying several of the solutions are already deployed at scale across client operations globally, while others are […]

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Renjini Raj Appointed as Head – Rewards and Performance, India & GBS at Diageo India
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Renjini Raj Appointed as Head – Rewards and Performance, India & GBS at Diageo India

Renjini Raj has been elevated to Head – Rewards and Performance, India & Global Business Services at Diageo India, effective September 2026. In her new role, Renjini will oversee rewards and performance functions for Diageo India and its Global Business Services operations. She will be based in Bengaluru and focus on compensation, benefits, performance management […]

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The Career Lattice: Why Careers Are No Longer Linear
Career Development

The Career Lattice: Why Careers Are No Longer Linear

In my years leading HR functions, I have watched how professionals think about their careers change in ways that would have seemed unlikely a generation ago. The career ladder once defined professional ambition and promised a clear path upward, one promotion after another, until reaching the top. That model worked when organizations remained stable and […]

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SRF Appoints Jyothsana Vasudevan as President and CHRO
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SRF Appoints Jyothsana Vasudevan as President and CHRO

SRF Limited, a diversified chemicals and materials company, has appointed Jyothsana Vasudevan as President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 5, 2026. In her new role, Jyothsana will lead the company’s human resources function as part of its senior management. Her experience spans HR strategy, talent management, employee relations, organisational development and people […]

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HCL Group to Invest ₹500 Crore in Lucknow IT City Expansion, 6,000 Jobs Expected
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HCL Group to Invest ₹500 Crore in Lucknow IT City Expansion, 6,000 Jobs Expected

HCL Group will invest ₹500 crore to expand HCL IT City in Lucknow, with the project expected to create around 6,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. The expansion will add up to 9.5 lakh square feet of capacity and further strengthen Lucknow’s position as a technology and global capability centre hub. The announcement was made […]

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From Campus to Career: XISS Alumni Meet Brings 69 Batches Together
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From Campus to Career: XISS Alumni Meet Brings 69 Batches Together

The Alumni Association of the XISS Mumbai Chapter will host its annual Alumni Meet on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the Holiday Inn, Andheri, bringing together more than 200 alumni representing over 69 batches of Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi. The event will bring together senior industry leaders, CHROs, HR and management professionals, […]

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SRF Appoints Jyothsana Vasudevan as President and CHRO
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SRF Appoints Jyothsana Vasudevan as President and CHRO

SRF Limited, a diversified chemicals and materials company, has appointed Jyothsana Vasudevan as President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 5, 2026. In her new role, Jyothsana will lead the company’s human resources function as part of its senior management. Her experience spans HR strategy, talent management, employee relations, organisational development and people […]

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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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Reward & Recognition

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

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
Reward & Recognition

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
Reward & Recognition

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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Role of HR in Managing Human Side of AI Adoption: McLean & Company
Artificial Intelligence

Role of HR in Managing Human Side of AI Adoption: McLean & Company

HR teams have a critical role to play in ensuring that AI adoption does not come at the cost of employee trust, engagement and experience, according to a new report from global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company. The report, titled The Power of Human-Centricity, examines how HR can help organisations make human-centricity […]

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SAP to Acquire TechWolf to Strengthen AI-Powered HR Technology
Merger & Acquisition

SAP to Acquire TechWolf to Strengthen AI-Powered HR Technology

SAP has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Belgian AI company TechWolf, which provides technology to map employees’ skills, work and tasks. The acquisition is aimed at strengthening SAP SuccessFactors and providing better workforce intelligence for AI-driven HR use cases. The agreement was announced on October 6, 2026. Financial terms have not been disclosed, […]

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Narendra Singh Chandel on How Biz2X Connects Career Growth With Business Needs
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Narendra Singh Chandel on How Biz2X Connects Career Growth With Business Needs

Narendra Singh Chandel, VP & Head – HR at Biz2X, has over two decades of experience in HR, leadership hiring, workforce planning and organisational development. He began his career as a Commissioned Officer in the Indian Army, shaping his belief in clear, fair and people-focused leadership. After an MBA in HR from XLRI Jamshedpur, he […]

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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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