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Updated on: Apr 2026

Appointments

ANAROCK Appoints Sanjay Mishra as Group Chief HR Officer

Apr 9, 2026

American Express Appoints Meghesh Nandi as Director CB

American Express has appointed Meghesh Nandi as Director Compensation amp Benefits for India, ef...

Appointments

Apr 9, 2026

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Disney Layoffs , Jobs at Risk Under New CEO

The Walt Disney Company is reportedly preparing for a fresh round of job cuts, targeting approximate...

Layoffs

Apr 9, 2026

Omnicom is Deploying , AI Agents in its India Centers

Omnicom Global Solutions OGS India, the Global Capability Center GCC for the New York-based Omni...

Hiring

Apr 9, 2026

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Internship

IDRBT Summer Internship, Stipend ₹14,000/month, Deadline Apr15

The Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT) has opened applications for its Summer Internship Programme (ISIP) 2026. This program gives students a chance to gain practical experience in banking and financial technology. The internship will take place at IDRBT’s campus in Hyderabad. It helps students use what they have learned in class […]

Apr 8, 2026

Industry

Tech Salary Trends 2026: Deloitte Expects IT Wage Growth to Slow

According to a new report by Deloitte, salary in the IT services sector are likely to face downward pressure or stagnation in 2026, marking a departure from the high-growth wage cycles seen in previous years. The AI Efficiency Dividend vs. Wage Growth The primary driver behind this projected cooling is the rapid integration of Generative […]

Apr 8, 2026

Hiring

Odisha’s Hiring Strategy: Retired Officials to Fill Critical Staff Gaps

The Odisha government has announced a significant relaxation of rules governing the re-employment of retired state officials. This strategic move aims to bridge a growing vacancy gap across various departments and ensure that essential public services and administrative functions remain uninterrupted during a period of workforce transition. Revised Guidelines for Re-engagement of Retired Staff Under […]

Apr 8, 2026

Internship

NITI Aayog Invites Applications for 2026 Internship; Deadline Apr 10

NITI Aayog has announced the continuation of its Internship Programme for 2026, inviting applications from students and research scholars across India. The initiative is designed to provide first-hand exposure to the functioning of government and the process of public policy formulation, while also bringing new ideas and academic perspectives into the policy ecosystem. Who Can […]

Apr 8, 2026

Layoffs

HCLTech Announces Phased Layoffs Through December 2026

HCLTech, a leading global IT services firm, has announced plans to lay off 120 employees at its Orlando facility. According to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filing dated April 1, 2026, the job cuts are scheduled to take place between May 2026 and December 2026, with a few remaining separations potentially extending into […]

Apr 8, 2026

News

Infosys Joins Forces with Harness to Eliminate AI Bottlenecks

Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services, has announced a strategic partnership with Harness, a prominent U.S.-based modern software delivery platform. The collaboration aims to address the “AI Velocity Paradox”—a growing industry challenge where the rapid generation of code by AI often outpaces a company’s ability to test, secure, and deploy it safely. Bridging […]

Apr 8, 2026

Employment

Deutsche Bank Opens Application for 12-Month Apprenticeship

Deutsche Bank has started applications for its 2026–27 Apprenticeship Programme in Mumbai. This is a 12-month training program under India’s National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS). However, there is no obligation for permanent employment with Deutsche Bank Group upon completion of the Apprenticeship Training tenure. It gives graduates real work experience in a corporate setting, mainly […]

Apr 8, 2026

Compensation

OpenAI Floats “Public Wealth Fund” to Distribute Profits

OpenAI has unveiled a sweeping policy framework designed to navigate the socioeconomic disruptions of the “Intelligence Age.” In a series of provocative proposals, the AI giant suggests that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence necessitates a fundamental rewrite of the global social contract. The vision addresses the potential for mass labor displacement and concentrated wealth. […]

Apr 8, 2026

CHRO Move

Knauf India Appoints Pallavi Poddar as Chief Human Resources Officer

Knauf India has appointed Pallavi Poddar as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), starting April 2026, to strengthen leadership. In her new role, she will lead the company’s people strategy, with a focus on building a strong work culture, improving leadership skills, and supporting business change through modern HR practices. Extensive Experience and Background With […]

Apr 8, 2026

Labour Law

Can an Employer Stop Your Retirement After Notice Period Ends?

The Supreme Court of India has delivered a landmark judgment clarifying the procedural finality of voluntary retirement notices. In a significant ruling for both public and private sector employment law, the Court held that a notice for voluntary retirement (VRS) takes effect automatically upon the expiry of the notice period unless the competent authority takes […]

Apr 8, 2026

Appointments

Marsh Risk Appoints Sreeja Nair as Vice President – HR

Marsh Risk, a global leader in insurance broking and risk management, has promoted Sreeja Nair to Vice President – Human Resources. In her new role, she will lead a major HR strategy focused on talent growth, leadership development, and improving employee experience across the company. Extensive Experience Sreeja has been with Marsh India since 2022. She last worked as […]

Apr 8, 2026

CHRO Move

Emaar India Appoints Neha Saxena Shenoy as Chief HR Officer

Emaar India, a well-known real estate developer, has appointed Neha Saxena Shenoy as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). She will be based in Gurugram and will lead the company’s people strategy, with a focus on hiring, leadership growth, and building a strong workforce for the future. Extensive Experience Neha joins Emaar India from Info Edge […]

Apr 7, 2026