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Updated on: Oct 2025
Amazon to Cut Up to 1,000 Jobs in India
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Amazon to Cut Up to 1,000 Jobs in India

Amazon is expected to lay off between 800 and 1,000 corporate employees in India as part of a global restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and reallocating resources toward priority areas such as artificial intelligence and automation. The decision is part of a larger global layoff plan involving approximately 14,000 roles across various functions. Departments […]

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KPMG Appoints Geeta Verma as Director – Talent Acquisition
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KPMG Appoints Geeta Verma as Director – Talent Acquisition

KPMG India has appointed Geeta Verma as Director – Talent Acquisition, reinforcing its commitment to building a future-ready workforce across its audit, tax, and advisory businesses. Based in Gurugram, Haryana, Geeta will lead the firm’s talent acquisition strategy, aligning recruitment efforts with KPMG’s growth priorities and evolving workforce needs. Strategic Role in Human Capital Development […]

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OpenAI Launches Free ChatGPT Go Access in India for One Year
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OpenAI Launches Free ChatGPT Go Access in India for One Year

OpenAI has announced a major promotional initiative offering one year of free access to ChatGPT Go for users in India, beginning November 4, 2025. The offer is available to all Indian users who sign up during a limited-time promotional period and marks a strategic move to expand the company’s footprint in one of its fastest-growing […]

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Cabinet Clears 8th Pay Commission Terms, Report in 18 Months
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Cabinet Clears 8th Pay Commission Terms, Report in 18 Months

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has officially approved the Terms of Reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC), setting in motion a process that will impact the pay structure of more than 11 million central government employees and pensioners across India. The newly constituted panel is expected to submit its […]

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Virtual Internship in Python & Java Pan India | Apply by Nov 1
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Virtual Internship in Python & Java Pan India | Apply by Nov 1

AICTE Internship and VaultofCodes has introduced a virtual internship opportunity for students across India, offering practical exposure in Python and Java programming. The two-month internship, starting immediately, aims to empower learners with real-world coding experience, problem-solving abilities, and professional skills. Participants will work on hands-on projects guided by expert mentors, gaining exposure to Python, Java, […]

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Mahindra Holidays Appoints Ghanashyam Hegdekatte as CHRO
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Mahindra Holidays Appoints Ghanashyam Hegdekatte as CHRO

Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Limited (MHRIL) has appointed Ghanashyam Hegdekatte as its new Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), effective October 14, 2025. This strategic leadership move marks a new chapter in Ghanashyam’s longstanding career with the Mahindra Group, where he has spent over 14 years in various transformative HR roles. His appointment reflects MHRIL’s […]

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AuthBridge Appoints Neeraj Taneja as President – India Sales
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AuthBridge Appoints Neeraj Taneja as President – India Sales

AuthBridge, India’s leading authentication technology company, has announced the appointment of Neeraj Taneja as President – India Sales. In this role, Neeraj will spearhead AuthBridge’s India growth strategy, driving business expansion, strengthening client partnerships, and reinforcing the company’s market leadership nationwide. With over three decades of leadership experience across supply chain, entrepreneurship, and banking, Neeraj […]

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The Leela Opens Applications for LLDP – Class of 2027
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The Leela Opens Applications for LLDP – Class of 2027

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has officially opened applications for the Leela Leadership Development Programme (LLDP) – Class of 2027, continuing its commitment to nurturing future leaders in Indian luxury hospitality. Launched in 2022, LLDP is a structured 15-month initiative designed to develop high-potential talent through a blend of academic learning, global exposure, and […]

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Up to 30,000 Corporate Roles Face Elimination at Amazon
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Up to 30,000 Corporate Roles Face Elimination at Amazon

Amazon is preparing to cut as many as 30,000 corporate jobs, marking its largest round of layoffs since the company eliminated approximately 27,000 positions in late 2022. The decision, which is expected to begin implementation this week, reflects Amazon’s ongoing efforts to reduce expenses and adjust its workforce following aggressive hiring during the pandemic boom. […]

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Microsoft Teams to Auto-Track Location via Wi-Fi—Is It Too Much?
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Microsoft Teams to Auto-Track Location via Wi-Fi—Is It Too Much?

Microsoft Teams is set to roll out a new feature in December 2025 that will automatically detect when employees are present in the office by monitoring their connection to the organization’s Wi-Fi network. While the company positions this update as a productivity enhancement for hybrid workforces, the move has sparked widespread debate over workplace privacy […]

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BMC Helix Appoints Sakaar Anand as Chief People Officer
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BMC Helix Appoints Sakaar Anand as Chief People Officer

BMC Helix has appointed Sakaar Anand as its new Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer, marking a significant leadership move as the company deepens its focus on global workforce transformation and AI-driven innovation. Sakaar, a seasoned HR professional with over 25 years of experience, steps into the role with a mandate to strengthen BMC […]

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Sanjay Sharma Takes on Additional Role as CHRO at Dr. Reddy’s
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Sanjay Sharma Takes on Additional Role as CHRO at Dr. Reddy’s

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has announced that Sanjay Sharma, Global Head of Operations and a member of the Company’s Senior Management, has been entrusted with additional responsibilities of the CHRO’s office, effective December 1, 2025. This move comes following the resignation of Archana Bhaskar, CHRO, effective from November 30, 2025 With over 28 years of experience, […]

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