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Kroll CEO Urges Proactive Defense as CEOs Underestimate Risk

Corporate executives worldwide are dangerously unprepared for the rapidly intensifying and complex r...

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TCS layoffs spark debate on long-serving staff and govt taxation

A new allegation has emerged regarding TCS ongoing layoffs, involving a senior IT professional who w...

Layoffs

Swiggy upGrad Partner to Educate . Lakh Delivery Partners

Swiggy has announced the launch of a massive upskilling program for its . lakh delivery partners. ...

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HC Rules Against Abrupt Pension Recovery Without Consent

Punjab and Haryana High Court has unequivocally stated that any recovery of excess amounts from a pension holder’s monthly payment cannot be made without their express written consent or without issuing a prior notice. The court sternly observed that such abrupt, uncommunicated deductions “undermine the economic dignity and emotional stability” of post-retirement life. The ruling was delivered by […]

JSW Steel Appoints Sandiep Batra as President & CHRO

JSW Steel has appointed Sandiep Batra as its new President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) – Steel Corporate, effective 18 November 2025. Batra will play a key role in shaping agile HR frameworks, enhancing organisational capabilities, and aligning the workforce with JSW Steel’s long-term operational and strategic vision. Diverse Industry Experience A seasoned HR […]

Hiring

Why Non-Tech Firms Must Hire AI Talent or Risk Falling Behind

Traditional, non-tech—including finance, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing—are engaged in a fierce scramble to hire AI talent, recognizing that advanced capabilities are now essential not just for efficiency but for competitive survival. This frantic push is rapidly reshaping internal structures and compensation models across industries as firms aim to integrate Generative AI (GenAI) into core business […]

Employment

Infosys Announces SP & DSE Freshers Hiring 2026 in India

Infosys has officially launched its On-Campus Recruitment Drive for the Graduating Batch of 2026, making a strong statement about its growth and commitment to nurturing future-ready IT professionals. The hiring focuses on high-end technical roles, including Specialist Programmer (Trainee) at various levels (L1, L2, L3), Digital Specialist Engineer (Trainee), and Systems Engineer (Trainee), with the […]

Labour Law

India Plans Major HR Overhaul to Match Global Standards

India is preparing a major reform of human resource (HR) standards in the services sector, aiming to align workforce practices with international norms and strengthen its position in global trade negotiations. According to a Hindustan Times report, the government seeks to modernise how skills are certified, how employees are trained, and how service companies manage […]

Hiring

Apprenticeship Model Becomes Key to Sustaining Talent Growth

Amidst a protracted hiring slump and global economic uncertainties, Indian corporations are increasingly leveraging apprenticeship programs as a strategic tool to maintain talent pipelines, ensure skill alignment, and manage costs. This shift is turning apprenticeships from a niche training model into a crucial resource for businesses, particularly in the competitive IT, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. […]

Industry

Cognizant Uses ProHance to Flag Employees ‘Idle’ After 5 Minutes

Cognizant Technology Solutions has intensified the debate around digital surveillance in the hybrid work era by deploying advanced workforce-management tools on company-issued devices. Using software like ProHance, the system tracks employee activity, logging mouse movements, keyboard strokes, and the applications and websites used during work hours. This implementation signals an aggressive focus on micro-level productivity tracking across […]

Mastech Digital Appoints Sandhya Ramesh as Chief People Officer

Mastech Digital, Inc., a leading provider of Digital Transformation IT Services, has announced the appointment of Sandhya Ramesh as its new Chief People Officer (CPO). This strategic hire underscores Mastech Digital’s commitment to strengthening its global talent capital and scaling its workforce. The goal is to meet the surging demand for its Data Management and Analytics, Digital Learning, and IT […]

The Standard Opens India GCC; Mohua Sengupta Leads

The Standard, a leading provider of financial protection products in the United States, has formally announced the launch of its new Global Capability Center (GCC) in India. StanCorp Global Services India Pvt. Ltd. operates this strategic hub, which will bolster the company’s technological, operational, and innovative capabilities globally. The Standard also confirmed the appointment of […]

Industry

How Netflix Uses Daily Feedback to Maintain Its Elite ‘Dream Team’

Netflix Inc. has reaffirmed its unique, high-performance culture by officially eliminating all formal, cyclical performance reviews. This confirmation comes from Netflix’s Chief Technology Officer, Elizabeth Stone, who detailed the streaming giant’s unconventional talent strategy that favors continuous, timely feedback and utilizes a rigorous retention mechanism known as the “Keeper Test.” Elizabeth’s comments underscore the company’s belief that traditional HR […]

Movement

Apple Intensifies CEO Succession Planning

Apple Inc. is reportedly accelerating its long-term efforts to establish a definitive succession plan for CEO Tim Cook, who could step down as early as 2026. The board and senior executives have recently intensified preparations for the handover of the world’s most valuable corporation. Tim, who turned 65 recently, has successfully steered Apple for nearly 14 years, […]

Shelendra Singh Joins Birla Precision Technologies as CHRO

Birla Precision Technologies Ltd. has announced the appointment of Shelendra Singh as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). With over 14 years of experience in HR leadership across manufacturing, industrial operations, and organizational development, Singh’s appointment reinforces the company’s commitment to strengthening its people and performance strategies. A Proven Track Record in Industrial HR […]