Sahiba Sharma

Sahiba Sharma, Senior Editor - Content at SightsIn Plus

Telangana Govt to Establish HR Cell Amid E-Database Concerns
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Telangana Govt to Establish HR Cell Amid E-Database Concerns

The Telangana govt, led by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, has announced plans to establish a new human resources management cell. This move comes in response to the alarming absence of an electronic database for its 3.5 lakh government employees, particularly senior officials across various departments. The lack of a centralized database has led to […]

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Lockton gets Neha Sharma as Sr. Director- People & Culture, India
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Lockton gets Neha Sharma as Sr. Director- People & Culture, India

Lockton, a leading privately held insurance brokerage firm, has announced the appointment of Neha Sharma as Senior Director – People & Culture for its India operations. Neha Sharma brings over 17 years of extensive experience in HR and Learning & Development (L&D) across diverse industries and global markets. Her appointment is a significant move for […]

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Siegwerk Appoints Manjusha Singh as CEO for India Region
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Siegwerk Appoints Manjusha Singh as CEO for India Region

Siegwerk, has appointed Manjusha Singh as Chief Executive Officer for the India region, effective immediately. She is the first woman CEO in the Siegwerk Group and one of the few woman leaders in the ink industry. Siegwerk CEO: Leadership and Vision In her new role, Manjusha will oversee the Siegwerk India operations, a key growth […]

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Bosch Announces 7,000 Job Cuts Amid Economic Struggles
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Bosch Announces 7,000 Job Cuts Amid Economic Struggles

German technology giant Bosch has announced plans to cut over 7,000 jobs worldwide, primarily in Germany, as it faces economic challenges and a lowered growth forecast for 2024. The company’s CEO, Stefan Hartung, stated that Bosch will not achieve its economic targets for the year and further staffing adjustments may be necessary. Bosch: Economic Forecast […]

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Akasa Air Boosts Workforce with 1,400 New Hires in FY24
Employment

Akasa Air Boosts Workforce with 1,400 New Hires in FY24

Akasa Air, India’s fastest growing airline, has significantly expanded its workforce in the financial year 2023-24 (FY24), hiring 1,400 new employees and increasing its total workforce to 3,800. This rapid expansion is part of the airline’s strategy to strengthen its operations and support its growing network. Akasa Air Rapid Growth and Expansion Since its inception […]

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Champions Talent-First Hiring Approach
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Champions Talent-First Hiring Approach

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has recently championed a balanced hiring strategy that values talent over age, emphasizing the importance of diverse teams with a mix of experienced professionals and promising newcomers. Sam Altman’s approach comes amid increasing polarization in the tech job market, where companies are fiercely competing for senior AI talent while entry-level candidates […]

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NetApp Elevates Pamela Hennard as Chief D&I Officer
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NetApp Elevates Pamela Hennard as Chief D&I Officer

NetApp, the intelligent data infrastructure company has elevated Pamela Hennard as its new Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer (CDIO), effective November 1, 2024. This promotion comes as part of NetApp’s ongoing commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. George Kurian, CEO at NetApp, expressed his support for Pamela’s promotion, stating, “Pamela Hennard’s elevation to […]

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Half of Indian Women Absent from Workforce: Reports
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Half of Indian Women Absent from Workforce: Reports

An alarming 50% of women in India are not part of the labor force, a statistic that highlights significant gender disparities in the country’s workforce. This issue is driven by a combination of social, economic, and cultural factors that limit women’s participation in the labor market. Low Labor Force Participation of Women: Reasons One of […]

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M&M Appoints Meenakshi Priyam as CHRO, Automotive Business
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M&M Appoints Meenakshi Priyam as CHRO, Automotive Business

Mahindra Group appoints Meenakshi Priyam as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), Automotive Business, effective November 1, 2024. This appointment comes after Meenakshi’s successful tenure as Group CHRO at Udaan.com, where she played a pivotal role in building the e-commerce B2B organization. New Role at Mahindra Group As CHRO of the automotive business at Mahindra Group, […]

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Employment Surging in India’s Capital-Intensive Industries
Employment

Employment Surging in India’s Capital-Intensive Industries

Goldman Sachs has released a report highlighting a significant surge in employment within India’s capital-intensive industries over the past decade. The report notes that sub-sectors such as electronics, chemicals, and machinery have seen substantial growth in both employment and exports. Employment Growth in Capital-Intensive Sectors The report states that capital-intensive sub-sectors, defined as those with […]

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KPMG Announces 330 Job Cuts in US Audit Team
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KPMG Announces 330 Job Cuts in US Audit Team

KPMG LLP has announced a reduction of approximately 330 positions in its US audit division, representing about 4% of its nearly 9,000 audit employees. The decision, driven by historically low employee turnover, aims to align the size, shape, and skills of the workforce with current market conditions. KPMG Layoffs: Reasons, Impact and Reactions The layoffs […]

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