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Updated on: May 2025

Appointments

Groupe SEB Appoints Saurabh Katyal as Head HR India

May 15, 2025

Infosys Announces Bonus Payout for QFY

Indias second-largest IT services firm, Infosys, has announced a bonus payout for eligible empl...

Compensation

May 15, 2025

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Microsoft AI Director Among , Employees Laid Off

Microsoft has announced a major workforce reduction, laying off , employees globally, including ...

Layoffs

May 15, 2025

Latest news: Microsoft AI Director Among , Employees Laid Off - SightsIn Plus

Blue-Collar Hiring Surges as Industries Address Skill Gaps

Indias blue-collar workforce is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by digital expansio...

Hiring

May 15, 2025

Labour Law

NSO Labour Force Survey to Cover Rural Employment Trends

National Statistics Office (NSO) has announced a major revamp of the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), expanding its scope to include rural employment data for the first time. The revised survey methodology, effective January 2025, aims to provide high-frequency labour market indicators with enhanced coverage, ensuring more comprehensive employment and unemployment statistics across India. Previously, […]

May 15, 2025

Layoffs

Luxury Brand Burberry Announces Major Job Cuts

British luxury fashion brand Burberry has announced plans to cut 1,700 jobs globally as part of a major cost-cutting initiative aimed at stabilizing its business. The decision comes amid declining sales, economic uncertainty, and a broader slowdown in the luxury market. Despite these challenges, Burberry reported better-than-expected financial results, narrowly avoiding a loss for the […]

May 15, 2025

Employment

India Sets Ambitious Target of 700,000 Internships for FY26

The Government of India has significantly raised the bar for the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS), targeting 700,000 internships for FY26—a nearly sixfold increase over the previous year’s goal of 125,000. Despite the lukewarm response to the pilot phase, Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is confident that policy changes and strategic tweaks will help meet […]

May 15, 2025

Appointments

PwC gets Nathan SV as Country Head- Acceleration Centers, India

PwC India has appointed Nathan SV as new Country Leader for its Acceleration Centers (ACs) in India. Welcoming him, the company said, “We’re excited to welcome Nathan SV as our new Country Leader for our Acceleration Centers in India.” This appointment shows PwC’s focus on growing its work in innovation, talent, and client service through […]

May 15, 2025

Compensation

TN Government Doubles Festival Advance for Employees

Tamil Nadu government has announced a doubling of the festival advance for its workforce. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin made the announcement in the Legislative Assembly, increasing the advance from ₹10,000 to ₹20,000. The decision, part of a broader set of employee welfare measures, is expected to benefit over 12 lakh government employees and teachers across […]

May 14, 2025

Partnership

Wipro to Modernize Hachette UK’s IT Infrastructure

Hachette UK (HUK), one of the leading publishing groups in the United Kingdom, has announced a strategic partnership with Wipro Limited to modernize its IT infrastructure through the implementation of SAP S/4HANA. The collaboration was announced on May 14, 2025, signaling a major milestone in HUK’s digital transformation efforts. It focuses on improving finance operations, […]

May 14, 2025

Appointments

Hewlett Packard Enterprise India Appoints Bhawna Agarwal as MD

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has announced a major leadership transition in its India operations, appointing Bhawna Agarwal as the new Senior Vice President and Managing Director. Reporting directly to Heiko Meyer, Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer, Bhawna’s appointment is effective immediately. This transition marks a significant shift for the company as Som Satsangi, […]

May 14, 2025

Appointments

Vineet Kumar Joins DMart as Circle HR Manager

DMart – Avenue Supermarts Ltd has appointed Vineet Kumar as its new Circle HR Manager, reinforcing its commitment to workforce optimization, statutory compliance, and employee engagement. Vineet has over 18 years of experience in human resources and administration, specializing in workforce management and employee relations. His expertise in HR strategy, training, and performance management makes […]

May 14, 2025

Hiring

Cognizant Hiring: Grab Gen-C & Finance Excellence Program 2025

Cognizant has announced its Fresher Hiring Program for the 2025 batch, offering exceptional career opportunities to engineering students from select B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech disciplines. The right first job can lay the foundation for a successful and fulfilling career—and at Cognizant, you’ll have access to industry-leading learning opportunities, mentorship, and diverse career […]

May 14, 2025

Layoffs

Chegg to Lay Off 22% of Workforce Amid AI Disruptions

Chegg, a leading online education company, has announced plans to lay off 22% of its workforce, impacting approximately 248 employees. The decision comes as AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT and Google’s AI Overviews reshape the education technology (edtech) industry, leading to declining web traffic and reduced demand for traditional learning platforms. The layoffs are part […]

May 14, 2025

Social Media

Your Team Never Disagrees? Ghazal Alagh Says That’s a Problem

Ghazal Alagh, Co-founder of Mamaearth, has sparked an important conversation on leadership and workplace culture with her recent insights on team dynamics and psychological safety. In a LinkedIn post, Ghazal shared a personal leadership lesson, emphasizing that a team’s silence is not always a sign of loyalty—it can be a reflection of fear. Her reflections […]

May 14, 2025

Layoffs

Thousands Fired Overnight! Microsoft Workforce Overhaul

Microsoft has announced a major workforce reduction, laying off approximately 6,000 employees, which accounts for 3% of its global workforce. The layoffs, confirmed on May 13, 2025, mark the company’s largest job cuts in over two years, affecting employees across all levels, teams, and geographies. The decision comes despite strong financial performance, with Microsoft reporting […]

May 14, 2025