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Updated on: Mar 2026

Appointments

HCCB, Bhopal Appoints Praveen Pathak as Factory HR Head

Mar 28, 2026

Omega Healthcare Appoints Viral Bansal as Chief People Officer

Omega Healthcare Management Services has appointed Viral Bansal as Chief People Officer, effective M...

CHRO Move

Mar 28, 2026

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Microsoft Hiring Freeze Key Azure and Sales Units Hit as AI Costs Surge

Microsoft has reportedly instructed managers across its major revenue-generating divisions, includin...

Hiring

Mar 28, 2026

Nokia is Cutting of its India Workforce Amid G Sales Slump

Nokia has commenced a significant organizational restructuring in India, signaling a new phase in it...

Layoffs

Mar 28, 2026

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Employment

Iran–US–Israel War; IT Hiring Drops, India Job Market Feels Heat

The war between Iran, United States, and Israel is no longer just a political issue. It is now affecting the global economy, including the IT sector. Higher oil prices, supply problems, and uncertainty are making companies rethink spending and growth plans. For IT companies, the first impact is a drop in non-essential spending. Big Indian […]

Mar 27, 2026

Investment

Sarvam AI in Advanced Talks for $250M Funding from Nvidia, Accel, and HCLTech

Bengaluru-based startup Sarvam AI is reportedly in advanced discussions to raise between $200 million and $250 million. The funding round, expected to be led by US chipmaker Nvidia and venture capital giant Accel, with participation from Indian IT major HCLTech, could value the company at approximately $1.5 billion. A Strategic Alliance for Infrastructure and Deployment If finalized, this investment would mark one of […]

Mar 27, 2026

Internship

Deloitte India Announces 2026 Internships in HR, Tech, and Marketing

Deloitte has announced internships in India for 2026. These roles give students and recent graduates a chance to gain real work experience in consulting, technology, and business operations. As one of the Big Four firms, Deloitte offers programs that focus on practical work, guidance from senior staff, and strong career growth options. The internship usually […]

Mar 27, 2026

Layoffs

Meta Layoffs 2026: 700 Jobs Cut as Zuckerberg Pivots Harder Toward AI

Meta Platforms Inc. has initiated a fresh round of layoffs, affecting approximately 700 employees across several key divisions. The job cuts, which began on March 25, 2026, primarily target the Reality Labs virtual reality unit, alongside teams in recruitment, sales, and global operations. This marks the second time Meta has trimmed its workforce in 2026, following a 10% reduction in […]

Mar 27, 2026

Internship

Top 10 AI Internships 2026 – Apply Fast, High Selection Chances

AICTE Internship Portal is one of the largest platforms in India for student internships. It offers more than 50,000 opportunities in fields like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and Data Science. These AI Internships help students move beyond theory and gain real work experience. They also help build skills that companies are looking for today. […]

Mar 27, 2026

Industry

Why Atanu Chakraborty Opposed HDFC Bank CEO’s Reappointment

HDFC Bank, has been plunged into a governance crisis following the abrupt resignation of its Non-Executive Chairman, Atanu Chakraborty. While his official letter cited “ethical differences,” explosive reports from the Financial Times and The Economic Times suggest a deep-seated power struggle with CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan was the true catalyst for the departure. The Flashpoint: Tenure and Strategy The friction between the two […]

Mar 27, 2026

Hiring

Fintech Giant Revolut is Hiring 1,600 More Professionals in India

European fintech powerhouse Revolut has announced a massive expansion of its Indian operations, revealing plans to base approximately 40% of its global workforce in the country by the end of 2026. On March 26, 2026, the company confirmed it will add 1,600 new roles to its India-based Global Capability Centre (GCC), bringing its total domestic headcount to […]

Mar 27, 2026

Industry

upGrad to Acquire Unacademy in Major 100% Share-Swap Deal

Edtech unicorn upGrad has signed a definitive term sheet to acquire its rival Unacademy in an all-stock transaction. Announced in mid-March 2026 by founders Ronnie Screwvala and Gaurav Munjal, the deal signals a massive consolidation as the industry pivots from pandemic-era hyper-growth toward sustainable, AI-driven operations. upGrad Acquires Unacademy: The “Full-Stack” Education Vision The merger creates an edtech powerhouse […]

Mar 27, 2026

Internship

Govt Summer Internship-NHAI with Stipend ₹20,000, Apply Today

NHAI Opens Summer Internship Programme 2026 for Students Across India The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has opened applications for its Summer Internship Programme 2026. This two-month program is available to students from across India and gives them a chance to gain practical work experience in the highway and infrastructure sector. Interested students can […]

Mar 27, 2026

Compensation

Are You Getting a Raise? Salesforce Limits 2026 Salary Increases to Mid-Level Staff

Salesforce has joined a growing list of Big Tech firms overhauling their compensation models, confirming it will skip base salary hikes for senior staff this year. In an internal memo issued in late March 2026, the CRM leader announced that merit-based raises will be reserved exclusively for employees at the Senior Manager level (Grade 8) and […]

Mar 27, 2026

Appointments

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Appoints Amit Harlalka as CEO

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has named Amit Harlalka as its new Chief Executive Officer. He will take charge on July 1, 2026, replacing Dilip Oommen, who will retire on June 30 after many years with the company. Oommen has been with the company for over 20 years, including seven years as CEO. He […]

Mar 27, 2026

Appointments

Nokia Renews Leadership Model in India; Announces New Country Leaders

Nokia has announced a significant restructuring of its leadership in India, appointing Samar Mittal as India Country Business Leader and Vibha Mehra as India Country Manager. Effective April 1, 2026, this renewed model is designed to sharpen Nokia’s business focus and strengthen its presence in one of the world’s most dynamic technology markets. Driving Business Strategy and AI Integration […]

Mar 26, 2026