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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 accel...

Partnership

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th Pay Commission to Revise Basic Pay and Allowances

Indian government has officially sanctioned the th Pay Commission, which is set to revise salaries ...

Labour Law

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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 stra...

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Layoffs

Generative AI to Reduce Corporate Jobs at Amazon

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has announced that the company’s corporate workforce will likely shrink in the coming years as generative AI and AI-powered agents take over routine tasks. The shift toward automation and AI-driven efficiency is expected to reshape roles rather than lead to mass unemployment, according to industry experts. Amazon has been integrating AI […]

Employment

Capgemini India broadens pathways for students & fresh graduates

Capgemini India is scaling up its entry-level talent efforts through a mix of global graduate programs, structured learning opportunities, and inclusive projects across its business units—Invent, Engineering, and Sogeti. Career journeys for new talent Capgemini offers students and fresh graduates a variety of role-based programs designed to align with individual interests—whether in consulting, engineering, or […]

Employment

NHRC Launches 4‑Week Summer Internship Programme 2025

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has begun its Summer Internship Programme (SIP) 2025, a four‑week initiative aimed at raising awareness of human rights among university students. The programme officially commenced on June 16, 2025, at NHRC headquarters in New Delhi. This year, 80 students from 42 colleges across 20 states and union territories have […]

Labour Law

Genpact Employees Push Back Against 10-Hour Workday Policy

Genpact, a global professional services firm, has come under scrutiny following its decision to extend daily work hours to 10 hours across select Indian offices, including Hyderabad. The policy, which was internally communicated 20 days ago, has triggered widespread backlash among employees, HR professionals, and industry experts. Many workers have taken to social media platforms […]

Labour Law

Labour Welfare Schemes Benefit Over 50 Lakh Unorganised Workers

Ministry of Labour & Employment has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting unorganised workers across India through a range of labour welfare schemes. The Directorate General of Labour Welfare (DGLW) has successfully implemented these initiatives to support unorganised workers across India. They have directly benefited over 50 lakh workers and their families, especially those employed in […]

Mahindra TEQO Appoints Ankit Jain as Chief Executive Officer

Mahindra TEQO, a leading renewable energy asset management and intelligence platform under the Mahindra Group, has appointed Ankit Jain as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This strategic leadership transition will accelerate innovation, enhance digital capabilities, and drive international expansion. Ankit’s appointment marks a significant milestone in TEQO’s journey toward becoming a global powerhouse in […]

Pizza Hut Appoints CFO and CPO to Drive Growth in South Asia

Pizza Hut, a division of US-based Yum! Brands, has announced the appointment of Pranav Dahiya as Chief Financial & Strategy Officer and Nazia Abidi as Chief People & Culture Officer for the Indian Subcontinent. These leadership changes come at a crucial time as Pizza Hut accelerates its expansion efforts in South Asia. The brand is […]

KPMG Appoints Seven Partners in the Middle East

KPMG has announced the appointment of seven new partners across its Advisory and Tax practices in the Middle East. The latest cohort of partners reflects the firm’s commitment to expanding its presence and capabilities in key markets, particularly Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The appointments come shortly after KPMG’s previous intake of nine new partners, […]

Employment

TCS Staff Face Stricter Bench Rules, Mandates 225 Billed Days

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has rolled out a revised associate deployment policy, limiting the bench period to a maximum of 35 business days per year. Effective June 12, 2025, the new policy mandates that employees must be deployed for at least 225 billed days annually. The move aims to enhance workforce utilization, ensuring that associates […]

Havells India Appoints Bhuwnesh Singh Chauhan as VP – HR

Havells India Ltd has announced the appointment of Bhuwnesh Singh Chauhan as its Vice President – Human Resources. Bhuwnesh has over 24 years of experience in human resources across manufacturing, engineering, and consumer goods sectors. His expertise spans organizational development, succession planning, and employee engagement, making him a seasoned HR leader. His appointment comes at […]

EPFO

EPFO Advises Members to Avoid Third-Party Agents

Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has issued a strong advisory urging its members to avoid unauthorized agents and instead utilize official EPFO portals for secure and free online services. Recent reports reveal that cybercafés and fintech operators are charging members unnecessary fees for EPFO services. These services, however, are officially available for free through EPFO’s […]

L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering Appoints Sachin as Head-HR (Services)

L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering (LTEH) has appointed Sachin Bordavekar as its Head of Human Resources (Services). Sachin has over two decades of experience in human resources across various L&T Group companies. His expertise spans talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management, making him a seasoned HR leader. His appointment is expected to strengthen LTEH’s HR operations, […]