GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke has made it mandatory for all employees—regardless of role or department—to use AI tools as part of their daily work routine. Speaking on the Decoder podcast, Thomas emphasized that AI usage is now embedded in GitHub’s culture and is considered a core competency across the organization. “There is no world where I would allow for somebody...

ABB, the global technology leader in electrification and automation, has appointed Biswajit Deb as People Leader – Talent Acquisition. The announcement marks a strategic addition to ABB’s human resources leadership team, reinforcing its commitment to building a future-ready workforce amid evolving business and talent demands. Biswajit brings over 15 years of experience across diverse sectors including pharmaceuticals, logistics, ports, and...

Vedanta Limited has partnered with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, to launch a Basic Life Support (BLS) training programme aimed at equipping its employees with essential emergency response skills. The initiative reflects Vedanta’s commitment to workplace safety and community resilience, and comes at a time when India is witnessing a surge in...

Bengaluru-based online gaming firm Gameskraft has announced the layoff of 120 employees across teams and functions, following the enactment of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The legislation, passed by Parliament on August 21, bans all forms of real-money online gaming, including platforms where users deposit funds with the expectation of monetary winnings. The company stated that...

AICTE and Nihal Software have announced openings for interns and trainees keen on exploring chatbot development, full-stack programming, and AI-driven solutions. The program is designed for young professionals and students eager to gain practical experience in software development and conversational technologies. Internship Details The internship will begin immediately in Gurgaon and run for three months. Selected candidates will receive a monthly...

Walmart Chief People Officer, Donna Morris, has revealed that she uses artificial intelligence tools—including ChatGPT and Perplexity—to help identify potential candidates for senior leadership roles. Speaking to Business Insider and other outlets, Donna described how these tools offer speed, insight, and surprising accuracy when initiating searches for positions such as HR and technology executives. “You’ll be surprised at how close...

Vodafone Idea appoints Sherry Agarwal as General Manager – HR Business Partner (HRBP). With close to a decade of diverse HR experience across industries, Sherry brings proven expertise in people strategy, talent management, and organizational development. In her new role at Vodafone Idea, Sherry will be responsible for driving HRBP initiatives aligned with business goals, strengthening talent frameworks, and fostering...

Opendoor Technologies, the real estate technology firm known for its online home buying and selling platform, is facing renewed scrutiny after its cofounder and newly appointed chairman, Keith Rabois, made blunt remarks about the company’s staffing levels. In a recent interview on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street, Keith stated that Opendoor, which currently employs around 1,400 people, only needs...

Infosys has rolled out a new referral program, Restart With Infosys, designed to bring women professionals back into the workforce after career breaks. The initiative offers mentorship, skill development, and attractive referral bonuses to encourage employees to help the company attract diverse talent. Program Details and Eligibility Under the new program, employees can earn rewards of up to ₹50,000 for successful...

Central government employees have until September 30, 2025, to opt into the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS)—a new retirement option introduced under the National Pension System (NPS). The scheme, which came into effect on April 1, 2025, was approved by the Cabinet in August 2024 and is designed to offer assured pension payouts to eligible employees. The Department of Pension and...