News: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

Explore the latest News news, trends, AI innovations, HR analytics, and digital workplace insights. Stay updated with expert opinions and industry developments.

Updated on: Aug 2025
Qantas Fined AU$90 Million for Illegal Pandemic Layoffs
Layoffs

Qantas Fined AU$90 Million for Illegal Pandemic Layoffs

In a historic judgment, Australia’s Federal Court has imposed a AU$90 million (US$59 million) fine on Qantas Airways for illegally terminating over 1,800 ground staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ruling, delivered by Justice Michael Lee, marks the largest penalty ever levied under Australia’s Fair Work Act and underscores the seriousness of the airline’s breach […]

Read Story
Digital Marketing Internship Program, Stipend ₹5000 /Month
Employment

Digital Marketing Internship Program, Stipend ₹5000 /Month

AIM Upskill Technologies, in partnership with AICTE, launches the Digital Marketing Internship Program in Visakhapatnam About the Internship Program Visakhapatnam, August 14, 2025 – AIM Upskill Technologies Private Limited has announced the launch of its Digital Marketing Internship Program, offering aspiring professionals the opportunity to gain practical industry exposure in one of the fastest-growing career […]

Read Story
Amazon India Expands Tech Scholarships for Women
Industry

Amazon India Expands Tech Scholarships for Women

Amazon India has announced the launch of 500 additional scholarships for female engineering students under its Amazon Future Engineer (AFE) program. The scholarships, aimed at students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, will support the 2025–2029 academic cycle and build on the success of the program’s earlier cohorts. The announcement coincides with the graduation of the first […]

Read Story
Google Reinstates In-Person Interviews to Counter AI Cheating
Hiring

Google Reinstates In-Person Interviews to Counter AI Cheating

Google is reintroducing in-person interviews for select roles, particularly in engineering and programming, as part of a broader effort to curb the growing misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) tools during virtual hiring processes. The decision, confirmed by CEO Sundar Pichai during a June appearance on the Lex Fridman podcast, reflects mounting concerns over the integrity […]

Read Story
IT Sector Hiring Trends for FY26: Firms Prioritize Freshers
Hiring

IT Sector Hiring Trends for FY26: Firms Prioritize Freshers

India’s top IT services firms are adopting a cautious yet targeted hiring strategy for FY26, with a clear emphasis on fresher recruitment and skill-based onboarding. Companies such as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech, Tech Mahindra, and Cognizant are recalibrating their workforce plans in response to global economic pressures, muted client spending, and evolving […]

Read Story
Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG Emerge as Executive Talent Hubs
Employment

Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG Emerge as Executive Talent Hubs

A growing number of professionals from the Big Four accounting and consulting firms—Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG—are making their way into India’s corporate C-suites, signaling a shift in how companies source leadership talent. Industry experts estimate that between 30 to 50 senior professionals transition each year from these firms into executive roles across sectors such […]

Read Story
SN Subrahmanyan: Succession Planning Must Begin Early at L&T
Industry

SN Subrahmanyan: Succession Planning Must Begin Early at L&T

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman SN Subrahmanyan has underscored the importance of early succession planning in large, complex organizations, stating that “it’s never too early” to groom future leaders. In a recent interview, Subrahmanyan shared insights into L&T’s structured approach to leadership continuity, reflecting on his own transition and the company’s long-term strategy to ensure […]

Read Story
Virtual Internship in Python Programming, Apply by Aug 30, 2025
Employment

Virtual Internship in Python Programming, Apply by Aug 30, 2025

AICTE, in association with Codingmissions IT Solutions, has announced the launch of its Python Programming Internship, aimed at aspiring developers across India who are eager to enhance their coding skills and gain real-world experience. About the Virtual Internship The internship, which will be conducted virtually, begins immediately and will run for six weeks. This opportunity […]

Read Story
Intel’s Former Subsidiary Altera Announces Layoffs
Layoffs

Intel’s Former Subsidiary Altera Announces Layoffs

Altera, the programmable logic device (PLD) company spun off from Intel earlier this year, has announced plans to lay off 82 employees at its San Jose headquarters. The layoffs, scheduled to take effect on October 3, 2025, were disclosed through a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filing with the state of California. The company […]

Read Story
Paid Social Media Internship, Stipend ₹10000/Month, Apply Today
Employment

Paid Social Media Internship, Stipend ₹10000/Month, Apply Today

AICTE, in partnership with Lion Services Limited, has announced a six-month full-time Social Media Internship program, offering young professionals an opportunity to work on one of Coimbatore’s major urban development projects. The company is currently managing the Operation and Maintenance of seven lakes under the Coimbatore Smart City Mission, and through this internship, candidates will […]

Read Story
Microsoft to Require Three Days in Office Under New Hybrid Policy
Work Model

Microsoft to Require Three Days in Office Under New Hybrid Policy

Microsoft is preparing to implement a stricter return-to-office (RTO) policy that will require employees to work from the office at least three days a week beginning January 2026. The move marks a significant shift from the company’s pandemic-era flexible work model, which allowed employees to work remotely up to 50% of the time without managerial […]

Read Story
AI Expansion Drives Major Layoffs at Oracle India
Layoffs

AI Expansion Drives Major Layoffs at Oracle India

Oracle Corporation has laid off approximately 10% of its workforce in India, marking one of the most significant reductions in headcount by the tech giant in recent years. The move is part of a broader global restructuring strategy aimed at reallocating resources toward artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and domestic hiring in the United States. The […]

Read Story