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Mid-Market GCCs in India The Backbone of Digital Transformation

India has solidified its position as a global powerhouse for mid-market Global Capability Centres G...

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HCLTech Doubles Down on Upskilling for FY

HCLTech, a global leader in IT services, has reaffirmed its commitment to workforce development by a...

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TCS Denies Favoring Indian Workers Amid US Layoff Controversy

Tata Consultancy Services TCS, Indias largest IT services company, is under scrutiny following al...

Employment

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C-Suite Move

Zomato Leadership Shift at the Firm’s Parent, Eternal

Rakesh Ranjan, who was elevated to Chief Executive of Food Delivery at Eternal (Zomato parent company) in May 2023, has stepped down from the role amid an internal restructuring. However, he continues with the organization in a different capacity. Deepinder Goyal, co-founder and CEO of Zomato, will temporarily oversee the food delivery vertical until a […]

Human Resources

MakeMyTrip Group CHRO on PMS 2025, Challenges and Practices

Yuvaraj is the Group Chief Human Resources Officer at MakeMyTrip Group, overseeing HR strategies for top travel tech brands like MakeMyTrip, GoIbibo, and RedBus. A former officer in the Indian Armed Forces, he brings leadership and resilience shaped by six years of active service, including operations in J&K. Yuvaraj holds a Bachelor’s in Industrial Psychology […]

Employment

14,000 Boomerang Employees Join Cognizant in 24 Months

Cognizant, a global leader in IT services and consulting, has seen a significant rise in the return of former employees, often referred to as “boomerang employees.” Over the past two years, the company has experienced a 40% increase in returnees, with more than 14,000 former employees rejoining its workforce. This trend highlights Cognizant’s ability to […]

Employment

Microsoft Implements Stricter Policies to Address Low Performers

Microsoft has unveiled a series of stringent performance management policies aimed at addressing underperformance across its workforce. Chief People Officer Amy Coleman detailed new tools and guidelines in an internal email to managers. These measures aim to accelerate high performance and address low performance promptly. These measures align with a broader trend currently shaping the […]

Deloitte India Culture Sensing Report 2024–25 Unveils Key Insights

Deloitte India’s Culture Sensing Report 2024–25 positions workplace culture as a pivotal factor in driving organizational resilience, financial performance, and employee engagement. The study, a first-of-its-kind in India, evaluates workplace cultures across five critical pillars and explores their impact on strategic business outcomes. It reveals that companies with higher culture scores are more likely to […]

Social Media

Workplace Culture Clash: Employee Leaves Job on Day One

A professional’s brief stint at a new workplace has sparked discussions about the importance of workplace culture and adaptability. The employee, who resigned on their first day, cited two primary reasons for their decision: the prohibition of laptops for work and a rigid, outdated operational environment. This incident was shared on the subreddit Indian Workplace, […]

Merger & Acquisition

Accenture Acquired Hyd based TalentSprint for Strategic Growth

Accenture, a global leader in professional services, has announced the acquisition of TalentSprint, a Hyderabad-based deep tech education firm. This acquisition, made from NSE Academy Ltd., a subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange of India, is a strategic step to bolster Accenture’s LearnVantage platform. TalentSprint’s expertise in delivering cutting-edge educational programs aligns with Accenture’s vision […]

Appointments

Rachna Kumar Joins TVS Motor as Vice President – HR

In a significant move within the automotive industry, Rachna Kumar has been appointed as Vice President – Human Resources at TVS Motor Company. Rachna brings over two decades of experience in human resources across diverse sectors. Her appointment is anticipated to bolster TVS Motor’s HR strategies and enhance its organizational culture. She will report directly […]

Appointments

Infosys Expands GCC Practice, Appoints Deval Shah as Leader

Infosys has announced a major step forward in expanding its global presence by launching a full-fledged Global Capability Centre (GCC) practice. This strategic move is aimed at accelerating growth in the rapidly expanding GCC market, which includes transformation deals, joint ventures, and embedded support for scaling existing centers. Deval Shah, former MD and country head […]

Crisis-hit BluSmart: 500 Employees Await Salary Clarity

BluSmart Mobility, a pioneering all-electric cab service provider, is facing a severe financial crisis that has left approximately 500 employees in uncertainty regarding their salary dues. The company recently suspended its ride-hailing operations due to financial challenges. It is struggling with cash flow issues, failed fundraising attempts, and increasing pressure from lenders. This report delves […]

Performance Management System

Metaverse and Virtual Performance Coaching

Back in the day, I had a manager who thought performance management meant one thing – the annual “surprise review.” You know the drill. No feedback all year, then a meeting where you find out you “need to improve” in areas you didn’t even know existed. One year, a colleague of mine, let’s call him […]

Layoffs

Over 21,000 Jobs at Risk as Intel Restructures for Growth

Intel Corporation, one of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers, has announced plans to reduce its workforce by over 20%. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring strategy under the leadership of its newly appointed CEO, Lip-Bu Tan. The move aims to streamline operations, eliminate bureaucratic inefficiencies, and refocus the company on its core […]