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Updated on: Jul 2026

Employment

Deloittes , Hiring Plan Six Months Later, Expansion Appears on Track?

Jul 11, 2026

Cognizant Mentioned in Trumps Major H-B Fraud Probe

The Donald Trump administration has launched its first major investigation into alleged fraud involv...

Industry

Jul 11, 2026

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After Earlier Cuts, KPMG Plans Another Layoffs

KPMG is proposing another round of workforce reductions, with around roles at risk across its co...

Layoffs

Jul 11, 2026

HCLTech Elevates Chandini Kamal as Vice President People Culture

HCLTech has elevated Chandini Kamal to Vice President, Global Head People amp Culture Engage a...

Appointments

Jul 11, 2026

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Internship

UIDAI Invites Applications for PhD Internship 2026; Stipend ₹50,000, Apply till July 15

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has invited applications for its PhD Internship Programme 2026, providing research scholars with an opportunity to work on projects that contribute to India’s digital identity ecosystem. The programme is aimed at encouraging academic research and innovation while offering scholars practical exposure to real-world challenges in public digital infrastructure. […]

Jul 10, 2026Read Story

Layoffs

India’s IT Industry May See Silent Layoffs in 2026: TeamLease

Globally, 120,346 employees have been laid off by 226 technology companies in 2026 so far… and according to a TeamLease report, India’s IT industry is witnessing a new phase of workforce layoffs and restructuring. Silent Layoffs Replace Large Public Job Cuts India’s IT industry is witnessing a shift in how companies reduce their workforce. Instead of announcing large-scale […]

Jul 10, 2026Read Story

Appointments

TARC Appoints Mridul Srivastava as Chief Human Resources Officer

Real estate developer TARC has appointed Mridul Srivastava as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective July 9, 2026. In this role, he will lead the company’s human resources strategy, talent development, leadership initiatives, and organizational transformation as TARC continues to strengthen its business operations. Alongside Mridul Srivastava’s appointment, TARC also named Ankush Kaul as […]

Jul 10, 2026Read Story

Industry

TCS vs Accenture: Show Different Hiring Pace, Same Focus on AI

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Accenture have reported their latest quarterly results, showing that both companies continue to invest in talent and artificial intelligence despite global economic uncertainty. Although both companies remained committed to hiring, the pace and approach differed. TCS continued with a calibrated hiring strategy, while Accenture maintained relatively stronger workforce expansion. However, […]

Jul 10, 2026Read Story

Layoffs

The New Face of Layoffs: Why Companies Are Offering Better Severance Packages

Layoffs remain one of the most difficult decisions companies make. While job cuts continue across the technology sector, there is a noticeable shift in how organizations are supporting affected employees during workforce reductions. According to Layoffs.fyi, 120,346 employees have been laid off by 226 technology companies in 2026 so far. Instead of simply announcing job […]

Jul 10, 2026Read Story

EPFO

EPFO Extends Employees’ Enrolment Campaign till October 31

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has extended the Employees’ Enrolment Campaign (EEC), 2026 till October 31, 2026 by a circular issued on July 8, 2026. The decision gives employers another three months to voluntarily enrol eligible employees who were left out of the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) despite being eligible. The campaign is aimed […]

Jul 9, 2026Read Story

Industry

TCS Hiring Picks Up in Q1 FY27 Despite Global Uncertainty

Today, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) reported its first quarter for FY27, a consolidated net profit of ₹13,349 crore for Q1 FY27, down 2.7% sequentially, mainly due to a one-time legal settlement of ₹668 crore. The reported profit was slightly below market estimates of ₹13,461 crore. However, the company exceeded revenue expectations, reporting ₹72,275 crore in […]

Jul 9, 2026Read Story

Appointments

Capri Global Capital Appoints Ignatius Kaitha as Chief HR Officer

Capri Global Capital has announced the appointment of Ignatius Kaitha as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In his new role as CHRO, he will oversee the company’s HR strategy and focus on talent, leadership development, and employee growth as Capri Global Capital expands. Extensive Experience Ignatius Kaitha brings more than 20 years of experience in […]

Jul 9, 2026Read Story

Internship

AICTE Opens 12-Week Paid Data Analytics Internship; Apply by July 14

AICTE and Mithila Web Development Services have invited applications for their 12-week virtual Data Analytics Internship. The internship is open to students across India and offers a monthly stipend of ₹10,000. The last date to apply is July 14, 2026, and the internship will begin immediately after the selection process. The three-month internship is designed […]

Jul 9, 2026Read Story

Employment

Indian Railways Begins Hiring Process for 4,098 Technical Posts

Ministry of Indian Railways has approved the recruitment process for 4,098 technical posts across different railway zones. The hiring aims to fill critical vacancies in technical departments and strengthen safety across the Indian Railways network. The vacancies are spread across 35 technical categories. These include posts that are directly involved in railway operations, maintenance, inspection, […]

Jul 9, 2026Read Story

Layoffs

Microsoft Tops Salesforce with Up to 39 Weeks of Massive Severance Pay

Microsoft has announced a comprehensive severance package for employees affected by its latest round of layoffs, which impacted around 4,800 employees, or approximately 2.1% of its global workforce. The package includes financial support and continued benefits as the company streamlines its operations and reallocates resources toward artificial intelligence and cloud technologies. The announcement comes just […]

Jul 9, 2026Read Story

Survey & Report

Beyond Traditional Careers: AI Drives a New Leadership Model in India

The profile of India’s corporate leadership is changing. According to new data released by LinkedIn, Millennials now account for 55% of the country’s C-suite executives, making them the largest generation in senior leadership roles. Their representation has increased by 14.5% over the past seven years, reflecting a shift in how organisations identify and develop future […]

Jul 9, 2026Read Story