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Updated on: Feb 2026

Appointments

Suzlon Elevates J P Chalasani and Appoints Ajay Kapur as Group CEO

Feb 24, 2026

EPFO to Automatically Refund Dormant Accounts Under ,

In a significant move to clear the massive backlog of unclaimed funds, the Ministry of Labour and Em...

EPFO

Feb 24, 2026

Why Sam Altman Says AI is Being Falsely Blamed for Job Losses

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sounded the alarm on a deceptive corporate trend he calls AI Washin...

Layoffs

Feb 24, 2026

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Amazon Opens Its Second Largest Office in Asia in Bengaluru

In a major expansion of its Indian operations, Amazon officially inaugurated its second-largest offi...

Industry

Feb 24, 2026

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Employment

NITI Aayog Proposes New Benefits to Boost Youth Employment

NITI Aayog, the Indian government’s premier policy think tank, has released a comprehensive report outlining a roadmap to overhaul the country’s vocational training ecosystem. The report, titled “Transforming Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs),” advocates for a drastic shift toward industry-aligned curricula and the strengthening of post-apprenticeship benefits to bridge the widening skill gap in India’s workforce. […]

Feb 23, 2026

Employment

Microsoft opens Applications for Multiple Internships across Country

Microsoft in India has opened applications for a wide range of internship opportunities across India, offering students hands-on exposure to real-world technology, research, and product development environments. The company’s latest internship cycle includes Data Science, UX Research, and other technical roles spread across key locations such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Gurugram, Mumbai, and Noida, with some […]

Feb 23, 2026

Industry

Meta PMs Rebrand as ‘AI Builders’ as Zuckerberg Flattens Org Hierarchy

In a quiet but profound shift within the halls of Meta, a new identity is emerging among the ranks of product management. In February 2026, several veteran Meta product managers (PMs) began rebranding themselves as “AI Builders.” This shift marks a departure from the traditional PM role—once focused primarily on strategy, roadmaps, and cross-team coordination—toward […]

Feb 23, 2026

Layoffs

Livspace Cuts 12% Workforce to Automate Design and Sales

Home interior and renovation unicorn Livspace has announced the layoff of approximately 1,000 employees, representing roughly 12% of its workforce. The move, confirmed in February 2026, coincides with the company’s pivot toward becoming an “AI-native agentic organization” and the departure of co-founder Saurabh Jain after an 11-year tenure. Transition to an AI-Native Model Livspace described the job cuts as a “strategic […]

Feb 23, 2026

Appointments

Redis Appoints Abhoy Kumar Sarkar as Country Manager & Managing Director

Redis, the global leader in real-time data platforms, has announced the appointment of Abhoy Kumar Sarkar as Country Manager and Managing Director for India. This strategic move, effective February 23, 2026, aims to accelerate the company’s expansion and enterprise adoption in one of its most vital international markets. A Veteran Leader for a High-Growth Market […]

Feb 23, 2026

Appointments

Cipla Appoints Achin Gupta as Managing Director & Global CEO

In a major leadership move, Cipla announces the appointment of Achin Gupta as MD & GCEO effective April 1, 2026 Achin is succeeding Umang Vohra, who has served as the MD & Global CEO of Cipla since 2016. This transition is in line with Cipla’s succession planning process to ensure continuity, stability, and a clear […]

Feb 23, 2026

Appointments

Microsoft Appoints Indian Origin Asha Sharma as CEO- Xbox

Tech giant Microsoft has elevated Asha Sharma as its executive vice president and CEO of Xbox Gaming. Her appointment adds to the list of Indian-origin leaders running major U.S. tech firms. These include Alphabet and Google led by Sundar Pichai, Adobe led by Shantanu Narayen, Palo Alto Networks led by Nikesh Arora, and Microsoft under […]

Feb 23, 2026

Hiring

Dabur Enters South India: ₹400 Crore Tamil Nadu Plant to Create 250+ Direct Jobs

FMCG giant Dabur India has officially commenced the construction of its first-ever manufacturing facility in South India, located in Tindivanam, Tamil Nadu. The project, involving a total investment of ₹400 crore, marks a strategic milestone in the company’s 141-year history as it seeks to strengthen its supply chain and presence in the southern market. A Strategic […]

Feb 23, 2026

EPFO

Full Salary Pension Restored: Check if You Meet the EPFO Eligibility Criteria

In a significant move toward resolving years of retirement payout ambiguity, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has restored the option for employees to link their pension contributions to their actual full salary. However, a recent clarification issued in February 2026 confirms that this “higher pension” benefit is far from universal, applying only to a […]

Feb 23, 2026

Compensation

CoinDCX Announces ₹111 Crore ESOP Buyback to Reward 500+ Employees

CoinDCX, India’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced its largest-ever Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) buyback, valued at ₹111 crore ($13.4 million). This strategic liquidity event, announced in February 2026, is designed to reward the long-term commitment of more than 500 current and former employees who have contributed to the company’s growth over the past eight years. CoinDCX Rewarding […]

Feb 23, 2026

Hiring

Sai Life Sciences Targets 700 New Hires Amid Record Profits

Sai Life Sciences, a leading global Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), has announced an ambitious plan to expand its workforce by approximately 20% in the 2026–27 financial year. The company aims to onboard over 700 scientific, technical, and management professionals to meet a significant upswing in global demand for integrated drug discovery and […]

Feb 21, 2026

Appointments

Dabur Appoints Mohit Malhotra as Global Chief Executive Officer

Dabur India has elevated Mohit Malhotra as its Global Chief Executive Officer. The company shared the update in a regulatory filing. His new role took effect on February 17. He was earlier serving as Group CEO and Whole-time Director on the board. In a related move, Dabur appointed Herjit S. Bhalla as Chief Executive Officer […]

Feb 21, 2026