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Updated on: Mar 2025

Editorial

ESOPs Overrated? Why Huge Debate Insights from HR Experts

Mar 19, 2025

Hero MotoCorp Faces Leadership Exodus Amid Market Challenges

Hero MotoCorp, Indias largest two-wheeler manufacturer, is grappling with a wave of senior executiv...

Movement

Mar 19, 2025

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EPFO Battles Against Early PF Withdrawals by Young Workers

Employees Provident Fund Organisation EPFO, Indias statutory body managing retirement savings, i...

EPFO

Mar 19, 2025

Wipro realigns four GBLs, Effective April ,

Wipro Limited, a leading technology services and consulting company, has announced a strategic reali...

Industry

Mar 18, 2025

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Appointments

Abhimanyu Sen Takes Charge as Group CHRO at Allana Group

Abhimanyu Sen has taken on the role of Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Allana Group, one of India’s largest food companies. The announcement was shared by Abhimanyu himself on LinkedIn. In his post, he expressed his excitement about starting this new chapter in his career. With over two decades of experience in human […]

Mar 18, 2025

Layoffs

Amazon to Cut 14,000 Managerial Roles in Cost-Saving Drive

To streamline operations and enhance efficiency, Amazon is set to lay off 14,000 managerial employees by early 2025. This decision, part of the company’s broader cost-cutting strategy, aims to save between $2.1 billion and $3.6 billion annually. The layoffs represent a 13% reduction in Amazon’s global management workforce, reducing the number of managers from 105,770 […]

Mar 18, 2025

Partnership

Tech Mahindra and Google Cloud Join Forces to Boost AI Adoption

Tech Mahindra, a global leader in digital transformation and IT services, has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to drive the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) among enterprises worldwide. This collaboration aims to modernize infrastructure, optimize data architecture, and deliver tailored AI-powered solutions across various industries. Atul Soneja, Chief Operating Officer of Tech Mahindra, emphasized […]

Mar 18, 2025

Partnership

Ookla Teams Up with Deloitte and Heavy.AI for Smarter Network Optimization

Ookla, the global leader in connectivity intelligence and the company behind the popular Speedtest app, has announced two groundbreaking partnerships with Deloitte and Heavy.AI. These collaborations aim to transform network analytics, optimize connectivity, and enable data-driven decision-making for telecom providers, governments, and other organizations worldwide. Founded in 2006, Ookla is a global leader in connectivity […]

Mar 18, 2025

EPFO

EPFO Announced Key Reforms in EDLI Scheme to Enhance Benefits

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced key revisions to the Employees’ Deposit Linked Scheme (EDLI) during its 237th Central Board of Trustees (CBT) meeting on February 28, 2025. These changes aim to simplify the process of filing death claims for EPF family members and provide greater financial security. The new modifications will enhance […]

Mar 18, 2025

Survey & Report

Workplace Realities: Are Employers Truly Supporting Employee Growth and Well-being?

Genius Consultants has unveiled its December 2024 Survey Report, offering a detailed analysis of Workplace Trends; Employee Growth and Well-being, etc. 1. Key Insights into Workplace Productivity and Welfare The survey, based on responses from 1,132 employees and 1,011 employers, sheds light on productivity, work-life balance, employee growth, and the effectiveness of employee-centric policies. Highlights: […]

Mar 18, 2025

Labour Law

Income Tax Filing 2025: Which Tax Regime Should You Choose?

As the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the Assessment Year 2025-26 approaches, taxpayers in India are faced with a critical decision: choosing between the Old Tax Regime and the New Tax Regime. Both regimes offer distinct advantages and cater to different financial profiles, making it essential for individuals to evaluate their options […]

Mar 18, 2025

Hiring

Indian Semiconductor Companies Hiring Global Talent to Drive Growth

As India positions itself as a global hub for semiconductor manufacturing, homegrown companies are actively recruiting international talent to spearhead their operations. The semiconductor industry in the country is still in its nascent stages. This has led to a surge in demand for experienced professionals, prompting firms to seek skilled executives from abroad. While the […]

Mar 18, 2025

Hiring

PwC India Hiring Spree: Thousands of Jobs Across Various Domains

PwC India, a leading professional services firm, is currently hiring for over 6,000 roles across the country. These opportunities span various work models, including hybrid, on-site, and remote, catering to a diverse range of professionals. Globally, PwC boasts a workforce of over 370,000 professionals across 149 countries. In India, the firm continues to expand its […]

Mar 17, 2025

Labour Law

New Labour Codes Spark Debate Over Worker Protections

India’s new labour codes, set to be implemented in stages starting in 2025, aim to consolidate and simplify the country’s complex labour laws. These reforms promise to streamline compliance and expand social security. However, they have sparked concerns among trade unions and labour organizations about potential gaps in worker protections. Consolidation of Labour Laws in […]

Mar 17, 2025

Labour Law

Kohl’s Expands Supplier Diversity Program Amid DEI Framework Shift

Kohl’s, a leading U.S. department store chain, has restructured its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) framework. The company has replaced the title of its Chief DEI Officer with a broader designation and expanded its supplier diversity program to include a wider range of small businesses. These changes come amidst a shifting landscape of corporate DEI […]

Mar 17, 2025

Social Media

PM Modi Highlights India’s Role in Shaping Global Tech Leadership

In a candid conversation with American podcaster Lex Fridman, PM Modi shed light on the factors that have propelled Indian professionals to leadership positions in top global tech firms. From Sundar Pichai at Google to Satya Nadella at Microsoft, Indian talent continues to dominate the tech world, and PM Modi attributes this success to a […]

Mar 17, 2025