New Delhi, August 15, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation on the 80th Independence Day, announced a series of initiatives focused on AI skilling, education, sports, semiconductor manufacturing, nuclear energy and women-led development. AI Skilling for One Crore Youth The biggest announcement was a nationwide programme to train one crore […]
After a relatively subdued campus hiring season in 2025, fresher recruitment is showing signs of improvement in 2026. Colleges are reporting earlier recruitment activity, while IT services companies, start-ups, GCCs and core industries are expanding their presence on campuses. The improvement is particularly visible among large IT services companies, which had taken a more cautious […]
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced a strategic partnership with Vodafone Business, the enterprise arm of VodafoneThree, the UK’s largest mobile operator. The partnership will help businesses modernise their technology, increase digital adoption, reduce operational complexity and improve customer experience. Focus on AI, Cloud and Cybersecurity The partnership will cover areas including cloud transformation and […]
The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has listed a two-month, full-time technology internship covering Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, Python, Java, and website development. Offered by CodeMore, the internship is open to candidates across India and provides practical exposure to multiple areas of software and emerging technology. According to the […]
Kia India is planning to expand its manufacturing capacity in the country as it targets annual sales of 4.1 lakh vehicles by 2030, supported by rising domestic demand and exports. The company is also planning a wider product range, with India expected to become an important part of its growth plans. Kia Targets 4.1 Lakh […]
Air India will implement its annual salary increments from October 1, 2026, after deferring the pay revision by three months amid the impact of the Middle East crisis on the airline’s operations and costs. Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Air India, confirmed the decision during a townhall with employees on August […]
BNY has appointed Ankur Berry as Director – People Team, effective July 2026, adding an experienced HR leader to its people function in India. In his new role, Ankur will serve as People Business Partner for the COO organisation in India and F&IS organisation globally, leading People, Engagement & Impact initiatives across these businesses. Extensive […]
SKF India (Industrial) Limited, a technology and solutions provider of bearings and units, condition monitoring, and services, has appointed Sujeeth Pai as Managing Director, effective September 1, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. The appointment was approved by the Nomination Committee and the Board of Directors on August 11, 2026. In his new role, Sujeeth will […]
Schneider Electric has launched Yuva Yodha, a national technology hackathon aimed at empowering young innovators to develop practical solutions for India’s evolving energy and sustainability challenges. The initiative seeks to enable the next generation of problem-solvers, innovators and technology leaders to work on real-world challenges while gaining exposure to industry experts, mentorship and the broader […]
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BNY has appointed Ankur Berry as Director – People Team, effective July 2026, adding an experienced HR leader to its people function in India. In his new role, Ankur will serve as People Business Partner for the COO organisation in India and F&IS organisation globally, leading People, Engagement & Impact initiatives across these businesses. Extensive […]
Alkem Laboratories Limited, a leading Indian pharmaceutical company, has appointed Abhijeet Jain as Senior Vice President – Human Resources. In his new role, Abhijeet will provide strategic HR leadership, aligning people strategy with business priorities while strengthening organisational capabilities, leadership effectiveness and workforce performance across Alkem’s operations. Extensive Experience Abhijeet joins Alkem with nearly three […]
Jetking Infotrain Limited has appointed Anand Dhruv as President – People & Workforce Transformation, effective July 2026. In his new role, Anand will lead the company’s people, culture and organisational transformation agenda and work closely with the Chairman and executive leadership team. He will also work with the Board and leadership team on building an […]
Raychem RPG, a leading engineering solutions company, has appointed Abhishikta Tripathi as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In her new role, Abhishikta will lead the company’s people strategy, with responsibility for leadership development, organisational capability and people practices, while supporting business growth and building a healthy workplace culture across the organisation effectively. Extensive Experience Abhishikta […]
Titan Company Limited has appointed Priya Mathilakath Pillai as Chief People Officer, effective April 1, 2027. She will succeed Swadesh Behera, who will superannuate on March 31, 2027. In her new role, Priya will lead Titan’s people function, covering HR across its businesses and corporate functions. She will also become part of the company’s senior […]
Novartis India Limited (NIL), a pharmaceutical company, has appointed Rahul Vijayvargiya as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective July 29, 2026. In his new role, Rahul will lead the company’s human resources function, covering talent, employee engagement, leadership development and other people-related priorities as Novartis India operates under new ownership following its ownership transition in July. […]
IDFC FIRST Bank has elevated Pankaj Singh as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective May 2026, after more than seven years with the bank. As CHRO, Pankaj will oversee the bank’s human resources function and people-related initiatives across its businesses. He will also continue to support people matters across retail banking, customer experience and operations. […]
Exide Energy Solutions Ltd has appointed Sandeep Pandey as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective August 2026. In his new role, Sandeep will lead the HR function from Bengaluru, looking after people, workforce needs and HR support for business growth. Extensive Experience Sandeep Pandey brings more than three decades of HR experience across manufacturing, engineering […]
“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, […]
Wipro has come under scrutiny over the delayed onboarding of more than 200 graduates selected through its Elite Hiring 2025 programme, with the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) approaching the Ministry of Labour and Employment seeking intervention. According to NITES, the affected candidates participated in Wipro’s campus recruitment process in February 2025 and cleared […]
Alkem Laboratories Limited, a leading Indian pharmaceutical company, has appointed Abhijeet Jain as Senior Vice President – Human Resources. In his new role, Abhijeet will provide strategic HR leadership, aligning people strategy with business priorities while strengthening organisational capabilities, leadership effectiveness and workforce performance across Alkem’s operations. Extensive Experience Abhijeet joins Alkem with nearly three […]
Large companies could become the biggest source of job losses in the coming years as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation make it easier to reduce tasks and roles, according to Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani. Speaking at the NCAER India Policy Forum 2026, Nilekani said large, well-structured organisations could be more vulnerable to job displacement because […]
Accenture has appointed Shaakun Khanna as Managing Director – Global Talent Reinvention, effective August 2026. In his new role, Shaakun will focus on AI, enterprise and talent reinvention, helping organisations reshape workforce strategies, leadership models and capabilities. He will leverage his experience in human capital management, HR technology and business transformation to prepare enterprises for […]
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has secured a mega order worth ₹10,000–15,000 crore to build what it describes as India’s largest single-cluster AI Factory, featuring 10,000 NVIDIA B300 GPUs at its Chennai data centre campus. The project has been awarded by US-based AI cloud company Together AI and marks L&T’s entry into the AI Factory business. […]
India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are increasingly hiring experienced professionals from traditional IT services companies as they expand teams focused on artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, cybersecurity and other advanced technologies. According to The Economic Times, more than one-third of experienced professionals hired by India’s 150 largest GCCs over the past year came from IT […]
Jetking Infotrain Limited has appointed Anand Dhruv as President – People & Workforce Transformation, effective July 2026. In his new role, Anand will lead the company’s people, culture and organisational transformation agenda and work closely with the Chairman and executive leadership team. He will also work with the Board and leadership team on building an […]
Lupin, a global pharmaceutical company, has appointed Aditi Altekar as Global Lead – HR Digital & AI Transformation, effective August 2026. In her new role, she will focus on HR technology, digital transformation and the use of AI to improve HR processes and employee experience across the organisation. Extensive Experience in HR Technology Aditi brings […]
