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Workplace Rewards Strategies that Align With Modern Generation
Reward & Recognition

Workplace Rewards Strategies that Align With Modern Generation

Jun 20, 2025

Pentagon Ends Weekly Task Emails as Civilian Job Cuts Loom

U.S. Department of Defense DoD Pentagon has officially scrapped its weekly employee check-in email...

Employment
Jun 20, 2025
Pentagon Ends Weekly Task Emails as Civilian Job Cuts Loom

Amazon Employees Given Days to Decide or Resign

Amazon has issued a sweeping directive to thousands of its corporate employees, requiring them to re...

Employment
Jun 19, 2025
Amazon Employees Given Days to Decide or Resign

Designing Dignity How India Can Build an Inclusive Pension Future

With the old-age dependency ratio projected to reach by , the country faces a pressing need ...

Editorial
Jun 19, 2025
Designing Dignity How India Can Build an Inclusive Pension Future
Thousands Face Layoffs at Microsoft in Sales Division Overhaul
Layoffs

Thousands Face Layoffs at Microsoft in Sales Division Overhaul

Microsoft is preparing to implement another significant round of layoffs, this time targeting thousands of roles in its sales and marketing divisions, according to multiple reports. The move is part of the company’s broader effort to streamline operations and reallocate resources toward its rapidly expanding artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives. The layoffs are expected to be […]

Jun 19, 2025
NPS and UPS Pensioners Now Eligible for Full Gratuity
Labour Law

NPS and UPS Pensioners Now Eligible for Full Gratuity

Central Government of India has announced full parity in gratuity benefits for pensioners under the National Pension System (NPS) and the newly introduced Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh announced the move on June 18, 2025. It addresses a long-standing demand from government staff and aligns retirement benefits across […]

Jun 19, 2025
TCS Faces Backlash Over New Bench Time Policy
Industry

TCS Faces Backlash Over New Bench Time Policy

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), is facing mounting criticism from the All India IT & ITeS Employees’ Union (AIITEU) over its newly introduced associate deployment policy. The policy mandates that employees must be billable for at least 225 days annually, effectively capping bench time—the period employees are not assigned to client projects—at 35 days per year. […]

Jun 19, 2025
Chandigarh EPFO Leads Nation in Higher Pension Claims: PoHW
EPFO

Chandigarh EPFO Leads Nation in Higher Pension Claims: PoHW

The Regional Office of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) in Chandigarh has handled one of the highest volumes of higher pension applications in the country. This follows a ruling from the Supreme Court on November 4, 2022, which allowed eligible employees to opt for higher pensions under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS), 1995. The […]

Jun 19, 2025
Vinay Razdan Quits HDFC Bank Amid Succession Planning Talks
CHRO Move

Vinay Razdan Quits HDFC Bank Amid Succession Planning Talks

HDFC Bank, India’s largest private sector lender, announced the resignation of its Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), Vinay Razdan, effective June 18, 2025. The bank confirmed the departure in a regulatory filing, stating that Vinay’s resignation had been accepted with effect from the close of business hours on the same day. Vinay’s exit comes after […]

Jun 19, 2025
Intel to Lay Off Over 10,000 Employees Without Severance
Layoffs

Intel to Lay Off Over 10,000 Employees Without Severance

Intel Corporation is set to lay off over 10,000 employees beginning July 2025, primarily from its Intel Foundry division. The layoffs, which will affect 15% to 20% of the foundry workforce, come as part of a broader cost-cutting and restructuring strategy under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan. Notably, the company has confirmed that no severance packages, […]

Jun 19, 2025
Top 10 Secrets of a Successful & Sustainable Rewards Strategy
Reward & Recognition

Top 10 Secrets of a Successful & Sustainable Rewards Strategy

We have all learned from our industry and network about new Rewards and Recognition (R&R) programs and replicated them in our organisation. Sometimes, it has worked fantastically, and sometimes there has been no change. What works well & what doesn’t? Some companies have already developed their secret sauce, while others are in the process of […]

Jun 19, 2025
Sam Altman Slams Meta for Offers to Poach OpenAI Talent
Hiring

Sam Altman Slams Meta for Offers to Poach OpenAI Talent

Meta Platforms Inc. has reportedly offered signing bonuses of up to $100 million to lure top artificial intelligence (AI) researchers from OpenAI, according to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The revelation, made during a podcast hosted by Sam’s brother, underscores the intensifying competition among tech giants to dominate the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Meta’s recruitment spree […]

Jun 19, 2025
Gig Workers Demand Policy Reform as Bengaluru Bans Bike Taxis
Jobs

Gig Workers Demand Policy Reform as Bengaluru Bans Bike Taxis

Karnataka High Court’s decision to ban bike taxis services has triggered a livelihood crisis for over one lakh gig workers, particularly in Bengaluru. The ruling, which prohibits two-wheelers with white license plates from operating commercially, has led to massive protests from riders and aggregators such as Rapido, Ola, and Uber Moto. The Namma Bike Taxi […]

Jun 18, 2025
Aduna Expands Partner Ecosystem with Tech Mahindra and Wipro
Partnership

Aduna Expands Partner Ecosystem with Tech Mahindra and Wipro

Tech Mahindra and Wipro have joined forces with Aduna, a global aggregator of network APIs, to accelerate the enterprise adoption of telecom-driven solutions. This strategic collaboration aims to bridge the gap between telecom operators and enterprises, enabling seamless integration of network intelligence into digital workflows. Aduna’s harmonized network APIs, including SIM Swap, Number Verification, Device […]

Jun 18, 2025
8th Pay Commission to Revise Basic Pay and Allowances
Labour Law

8th Pay Commission to Revise Basic Pay and Allowances

Indian government has officially sanctioned the 8th Pay Commission, which is set to revise salaries and pensions for over one crore central government employees and retirees. The changes will take effect from January 1, 2026, bringing significant updates to basic pay, allowances, and retirement benefits. One of the key aspects under review is the fitment […]

Jun 18, 2025
Tata Digital Appoints Amit Kejriwal as Head of Total Rewards
Appointments

Tata Digital Appoints Amit Kejriwal as Head of Total Rewards

Tata Digital has announced the appointment of Amit Kejriwal as its new Head of Total Rewards, a strategic move aimed at enhancing compensation and benefits frameworks during a crucial phase of digital transformation. Amit brings over 18 years of experience in human resources, performance management, and talent development to his new role. He is expected […]

Jun 18, 2025