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Updated on: Feb 2026

Appointments

Prashant Kishore Elevated as Head HR Tata Steel Ludhiana

Feb 2, 2026

Budget Income Tax No Tax Up to Lakh Income

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget - today, bringing significant r...

Labour Law

Feb 2, 2026

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Oracle Layoff Alert , Jobs at Risk as AI Costs Spiral Out

Software giant Oracle is reportedly weighing a massive workforce reduction that could impact between...

Layoffs

Feb 2, 2026

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KPMG Global Services Inaugurates New Office in Kolkata

Strengthening its commitment to the City of Joy, the KPMG Global Services Delivery Pla...

Industry

Jan 31, 2026

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Strike

Nationwide Banks Strike Confirmed for February 12

Banking services across India are braced for a significant disruption as major bank unions have officially announced their decision to join a nationwide general strike on February 12, 2026. The call, led by prominent bodies including the All India Bank Employees’ Association (AIBEA) and the All India Bank Officers Association (AIBOA), marks a unified front against […]

Jan 31, 2026

Employment

Virtual Internships in Python, AI/ML, Data Science, Java & Web Development

ROBOKWIK and AICTE have opened applications for their Virtual Internships across high-demand technology domains, including Python, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, Java, and Website Development. The internship is open to candidates across India. It is designed as a structured, online learning-and-project experience for students and early-career learners looking to build practical exposure […]

Jan 31, 2026

Appointments

Tilaknagar Industries appoints Rajesh Choudhary as CFO

Tilaknagar Industries Ltd. has elevated Rajesh Choudhary as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective January 2026, and based in Mumbai. In his new role, he will head the finance team and support key business decisions as the spirits maker pushes its growth and change plans. Exensive Experience and Background Rajesh Choudhary is an accomplished Chartered Accountant […]

Jan 31, 2026

Industry

IBM Commits ₹180 Crore to New Gurugram Facility

IBM has secured a massive office space in Gurugram through a long-term lease agreement valued at approximately ₹180 crore. The 10-year deal underscores the enduring appeal of the National Capital Region (NCR) as a primary hub for multinational corporations looking to expand their digital and engineering footprints in South Asia. IBM Strategic Expansion in Cyber […]

Jan 31, 2026

Layoffs

Zupee Cuts 200 Jobs; Offers 6 Months Pay and 1Cr Medical Fund

Online gaming and interactive media startup Zupee has announced its second major round of job cuts in less than six months, laying off approximately 200 employees. This latest reduction, representing nearly 40% of its remaining workforce, follows a massive structural shift in India’s gaming landscape triggered by the “Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025.” […]

Jan 31, 2026

Appointments

Vedanta Appoints Neha Sharma as Group CHRO

Vedanta Group has appointed Neha Sharma as its new Group Chief Human Resources Officer, effective 10 February 2026. The company said the board approved her appointment at its meeting on 29 January 2026. She has also been named Senior Management Personnel. Neha will replace Madhu Srivastava, who has resigned and will step down at the […]

Jan 31, 2026

Layoffs

Ola Slashes 500 Jobs to Streamline Operations Post-IPO

Ola Electric, India’s leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has initiated a restructuring exercise that will see the company trim its workforce by approximately 5%. This move, affecting roughly 500 to 600 employees, comes as the Bhavish Aggarwal-led firm intensifies its focus on achieving operational profitability and streamlining internal efficiencies following its recent public listing. Ola Electric […]

Jan 31, 2026

Labour Law

Karnataka Teachers Get 1 Day Paid Menstrual Leave Monthly

In a progressive leap for workplace welfare, the Karnataka Education Department has officially formalized menstrual leave for its women employees. A circular issued on January 29, 2026, by the Commissioner of the School Education Department, Vikas Suralkar, directs the immediate implementation of this policy across all departmental offices, making Karnataka a pioneer in institutionalizing menstrual […]

Jan 30, 2026

Labour Law

Gig Workers to Get Insurance and Pension Under New 2026 Rules

Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje informed the Rajya Sabha today that the government has formalized a massive welfare framework for the nation’s growing gig workforce. Central to this initiative is the integration of the e-Shram portal with the Ayushman Bharat (AB-PMJAY) scheme, ensuring healthcare access for millions of platform workers. Aggregator […]

Jan 30, 2026

Hiring

KPMG in India is Hiring 300+ Entry-Level Roles Across Country

KPMG in India is hiring for more than 300 entry-level roles. The openings are open to fresh graduates and early-career professionals who want to start their careers at a global professional services firm. The roles are listed across several job platforms and show demand across Audit, Advisory, Consulting, Risk, Technology, Data, and Corporate teams. India […]

Jan 30, 2026

Survey & Report

Economic Survey 2026: India Targets 55% Female Workforce

The Economic Survey 2025-26, tabled in Parliament on January 29, 2026, has identified flexible work models as a primary macroeconomic lever to boost India’s Female Labour Force Participation Rate (FLFPR). The report emphasizes that increasing female participation to 55% by 2050 is essential for India to sustain its high GDP growth trajectory and achieve its […]

Jan 30, 2026

Compensation

Paytm Rewards Staff with Fresh ESOPs Worth Over ₹60 Crore

One 97 Communications, the parent company of fintech major Paytm, has approved a fresh grant of over 5.15 lakh employee stock options (ESOPs) and the allotment of 1,00,281 equity shares. This move, announced following a meeting of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC) on January 29, 2026, marks the company’s second major ESOP exercise in […]

Jan 30, 2026