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Updated on: Mar 2026

Hiring

Deloitte India Hiring , New Jobs Announced

Mar 31, 2026

HDFC Bank Governance Crisis? Atanu Chakraborty Breaks Silence

Breaking his silence nearly two weeks after his dramatic resignation, former HDFC Bank Chairman Atan...

Movement

Mar 31, 2026

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Women Professionals in Bengaluru are Against Menstrual Leave

A group of women professionals has filed a public interest litigation PIL in the Karnataka High Co...

Labour Law

Mar 30, 2026

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Why Omnicom is Replacing Traditional Roles with AI Specialists

Omnicom Group, a global leader in marketing and communications, has announced a comprehensive overha...

Industry

Mar 30, 2026

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Internship

EY India Internships: People Consulting, AI, Analytics, Global Tax

Global professional services firm Ernst & Young (EY) has announced a fresh wave of internships across India, with a strong focus on People Consulting, advanced analytics, and global tax services. At Ernst & Young, employees are developed with skills that match future needs and are given high-quality work experience. The company supports individuals in a […]

Mar 30, 2026

Internship

BITS Pilani launches Summer Internship & Training Program

In a move aimed at strengthening hands-on technical learning, BITS Pilani has announced its Summer Internship & Technical Training Program, designed to provide students with exposure to cutting-edge technologies in the space and engineering domains. The program is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as research scholars from recognized institutions across India and […]

Mar 30, 2026

CHRO Move

MPS Limited Appoints Deepti Singh as Chief People Officer

MPS Limited, a leading global provider of content, platforms, and learning solutions, announced the appointment of Deepti Singh as Chief People Officer (CPO), effective March 23, 2026. In this new role, she will lead the global people function and focus on building a strong work culture. She will work on improving team performance, shaping talent […]

Mar 30, 2026

Labour Law

15% Pay Cut for Telangana Employees Who Don’t Care for Parents

Telangana Legislative Assembly has passed a pioneering bill that mandates a 15% salary deduction for both government and private sector employees who neglect their dependent parents. The legislation, titled the Telangana Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens (Amendment) Bill, aims to ensure financial security for the elderly in an era of shrinking joint family […]

Mar 30, 2026

Labour Law

Your Salary and Work Week Will Change With New Labour Codes

In a significant move toward modernizing India’s industrial landscape, the Union Ministry of Labour and Employment has finalized the underlying rules for the four landmark Labour Codes. Following extensive consultations with state governments and industry stakeholders, the central government is now preparing to implement the Wage, Social Security, Industrial Relations, and Occupational Safety Codes starting […]

Mar 30, 2026

CHRO Move

Biocon gets Naveen Narayanan as CHRO: top leadership reshuffle

In a major leadership reshuffle, Biocon has elevated Naveen Narayanan to Chief Human Resources Officer, up from his most recent role as Global Head of HR at Biocon Biologics. With effect from April 1, 2026, in his new role, he will lead the company’s overall HR strategy, focusing on workforce planning, leadership development, and building […]

Mar 30, 2026

EPFO

Huge Relief for PF Members: How to Get Higher Pension Without Employer Proof

In a landmark ruling that provides significant relief to thousands of pensioners, the Supreme Court of India has affirmed that the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) cannot deny “Higher Pension” benefits simply because an employer failed to maintain or provide decades-old salary records. The judgment emphasizes that a worker’s statutory right to a pension based […]

Mar 30, 2026

Layoffs

KPMG UK Audit Layoffs: Why 440 Qualified Accountants are Facing Redundancy

In a rare move for a “Big Four” audit practice, KPMG UK has notified nearly 600 employees in its audit division that their positions are at risk. Following a formal consultation process expected to conclude in mid-May 2026, the firm anticipates that approximately 440 staff members—roughly 6% of the 7,100-strong division—will ultimately leave the organization. The Attrition Paradox: Too Many […]

Mar 30, 2026

Labour Law

Your H-1B extension may soon cost significantly much more

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has officially proposed a transformative rule that would significantly raise the minimum salary requirements for H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, and PERM (employment-based green card) programs. Released on March 26, 2026, the rule—titled “Improving Wage Protections for the Temporary and Permanent Employment of Certain Foreign Nationals in the United States”—aims to […]

Mar 28, 2026

Internship

Govt of India Offers MoPR Internship, Stipend ₹7,000/month

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has shared clear guidelines for MoPR Internship under the updated Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA). This program invites undergraduate, postgraduate, and research students from recognized institutions across India. It gives them a chance to learn how rural governance works in real settings. Overview: Internship program of the MoPR The internship […]

Mar 28, 2026

EPFO

EPFO 3.0: How to Withdraw Your PF via UPI and ATM Starting April 1

In a landmark shift toward “banking-style” convenience, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to launch its highly anticipated EPFO 3.0 upgrade on April 1, 2026. The centerpiece of this overhaul is a new dedicated mobile application that will allow nearly eight crore subscribers to withdraw their provident fund (PF) savings instantly via UPI and physical ATM cards. Instant […]

Mar 28, 2026

Labour Law

Odisha’s Gig Workers are Missing Out on Essential Social Security Benefits

Despite a significant surge in app-based services across Odisha, registration of gig and platform workers on the union government’s e-Shram portal remains alarmingly low. Labour and ESI Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia informed the State Assembly on March 24, 2026, that only 17,450 gig workers from the state have enrolled on the platform so far, leaving a vast majority without formal social […]

Mar 28, 2026