The Union Cabinet has approved a 3% rise in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, raising the rates from 60% to 63% of basic pay and pension, respectively. The revised rates will be effective from 1 July 2026. The decision was approved at a Cabinet meeting chaired by […]
Accenture has acquired Sagacity, a UK-based data and customer intelligence company, to expand its artificial intelligence (AI), data and customer operations capabilities in the UK and Ireland. The acquisition will add more than 140 professionals to Accenture Song, the company’s business focused on customer experience and related services. The financial details of the acquisition have […]
Noel Tata, Chairman of Tata Trusts, is set to step down from the boards of six Tata Group companies on November 12, 2026, when he turns 70. He will continue as a nominee director on the board of Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group. The move follows the Tata Group’s retirement norms […]
Adani Group has appointed Dharmendra Bhalani as Chief People Officer to lead human resources for its PVC business. In his new role, Dharmendra will lead enterprise-wide HR for the PVC business, which is in the greenfield project execution phase and moving towards commissioning and operations and maintenance (O&M). The project involves an investment of ₹26,401 […]
HCLTech has completed its acquisition of Croatia-based enterprise automation company Robotiq.ai for an announced enterprise value of €9 million, strengthening its software business HCLSoftware’s capabilities in robotic process automation (RPA) and agentic artificial intelligence (AI). According to HCLTech’s regulatory filing dated October 26, 2026, the acquisition of 100% of Robotic Process Automation d.o.o., which operates […]
I remember a senior leader assessment where one individual appeared to be the obvious succession choice. The performance record was strong, the experience was relevant, and the stakeholder relationships were good. But in a world where AI is becoming our coworker, the real question is whether we are assessing people for what machines can do […]
Tata Trusts Chairman Noel Tata has challenged the validity of Tata Sons’ board resolution to reappoint N Chandrasekaran as executive chairman for another five-year term, alleging procedural lapses, disputed voting requirements and possible conflict-of-interest concerns. In a letter dated October 26, he sought records of the September 17 board meeting and questioned whether the resolution […]
Arbex has appointed Mrinal Mulgaonkar Singbal as Country HR for India. She joined the company in September 2026 and is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. In her new role, Mrinal will handle the human resources function for Arbex in India. The company has not publicly detailed her specific responsibilities or reporting structure. Extensive Experience Mrinal brings […]
Microsoft has announced a voluntary exit programme for around 60,000 eligible employees across India, the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. The offer, announced on October 26, 2026, gives eligible employees the option to leave the company with financial support and career planning resources as the technology company continues to adjust its workforce and […]
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Adani Group has appointed Dharmendra Bhalani as Chief People Officer to lead human resources for its PVC business. In his new role, Dharmendra will lead enterprise-wide HR for the PVC business, which is in the greenfield project execution phase and moving towards commissioning and operations and maintenance (O&M). The project involves an investment of ₹26,401 […]
Arbex has appointed Mrinal Mulgaonkar Singbal as Country HR for India. She joined the company in September 2026 and is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. In her new role, Mrinal will handle the human resources function for Arbex in India. The company has not publicly detailed her specific responsibilities or reporting structure. Extensive Experience Mrinal brings […]
Strides Pharma Science Ltd. has elevated Nandini Matiyani to Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) from her most recent role as Executive Vice President and Global HR Head. In her new role, Nandini will lead the global HR function across multiple geographies, focusing on talent management, leadership development, organisational culture, employee experience and workforce capabilities […]
Pacific Inter-Link (PIL) has appointed Kiran Dhillon as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 1, 2026. She brings 28 years of HR experience, including over 18 years in leadership roles. In her new role, Kiran will lead PIL’s regional HR function and work with its businesses across Malaysia, Indonesia and Africa. Her responsibilities include […]
Wingify has appointed Sahil Sharma as its Global Chief People Officer, effective October 2026. He joins the company after serving as Group Chief Human Resources Officer at RateGain for four years. In his new role, Sahil will lead the global people function at Wingify. His responsibilities are expected to cover people management and HR priorities […]
PayU, India’s leading digital payment gateway and financial technology platform, has appointed Megha Mahesh as Director – Talent and Culture, effective October 2026. In her new role, Megha will lead PayU’s talent management, culture, learning and development, diversity and inclusion (D&I), and employee engagement functions. She joins PayU from Bharti Airtel, where she served as […]
Vastu Housing Finance Corporation Ltd. has appointed Hamsaz Vasunia Wadhwani as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In her new role, Hamsaz will lead the company’s human resources function. Her experience covers business HR, talent management, recruitment, training, performance and rewards, employee engagement, and organisational culture. Extensive Experience Before joining Vastu Housing Finance, Hamsaz served […]
Onward Technologies Limited has elevated Sujata Singh to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 2026. She previously served as Executive Vice President and Global Head of Human Resources at the company. In her new role, Sujata will lead the company’s people strategy, focusing on employee capabilities, leadership development and organisational culture. She will also […]
“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, […]
Embassy Group, one of India’s leading real estate developers, today announced the return of its much-anticipated annual festive break, reaffirming its commitment to employee well-being and a people-first workplace culture. The nine-day company-wide break will commence on November 7, 2026, and conclude on November 15, 2026, enabling employees to fully disconnect from work and celebrate […]
Barclays has appointed Anita Tanna as its first Chief AI Officer, effective October 2026. She will lead the bank’s efforts to expand the use of artificial intelligence across the group. In her new role, Anita will focus on increasing AI adoption, identifying opportunities to improve customer services and business operations, and ensuring responsible use of […]
Timi Kwatra has joined RateGain as Vice President and Global Head – Talent Acquisition across global markets. In her new role, Timi will work with the company’s CXOs on workforce planning, talent strategy and AI-led transformation. She will focus on enterprise hiring, improving recruitment outcomes and meeting the company’s talent requirements across markets. Extensive Experience […]
HCLTech has joined Japan-based semiconductor company Rapidus Corporation’s global ecosystem to support the development of next-generation semiconductors, including advanced 2-nanometre (2nm) chips. The partnership brings HCLTech’s semiconductor engineering expertise into Rapidus’ collaborative initiative, which aims to connect chip design companies with advanced manufacturing capabilities. Rapidus announced its Collaborative Open Rapid Ecosystem (CORE) initiative on October […]
The Bombay High Court has ruled that EPFO cannot reject an otherwise eligible employee’s application for higher EPS-95 pension merely because the employer’s provident fund (PF) trust rules cap contributions at the statutory wage ceiling or do not provide for a higher-pension option. The judgment was delivered on October 19, 2026, by Justice Sandeep V. […]
Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) has announced 15 internship positions under its Vidyut Pragya programme, offering eligible candidates a monthly stipend of ₹50,000 for an initial period of six months. Applications are open until November 6, 2026. The internship will provide candidates with an opportunity to work on power system simulation studies, an area […]
Infosys has flagged increasing pricing pressure as clients expect greater productivity gains from artificial intelligence (AI), even as the technology creates new business opportunities. The development shows the growing challenge for HR leaders in the IT services industry to balance employee costs, productivity expectations and workforce skills. During its second-quarter earnings discussion on October 23, […]
India’s IT-BPM sector is expected to hire around 2.1 lakh freshers in FY27 as recruitment recovers from a decline in entry-level hiring. However, employers are increasingly seeking graduates with AI skills and expertise in data engineering, cybersecurity and other specialised technology areas. Fresher Hiring Expected to Recover in FY27 According to industry estimates cited in […]
