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Rittal India Appoints Manjunath Karikatti as Sr. Director HR Head APAC

Rittal India, a leading German multinational and subsidiary of Rittal GmbH amp Co. KG. has appoint...

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Freshers Alert of Indian Employers Planning to Hire in Early

Nearly of Indian employers intend to hire freshers during the first half of JanuaryJune,...

Hiring

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Dassault Systemes Appoints Bijuraj Balakrishnan as CEO of DSGS

After years with Dassault Systmes, Bijuraj Balakrishnan has been appointed as Chief Executive Of...

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Supreme Group Appoints Amol Warty as Vice President – HR

Supreme Group has appointed Amol Warty as Vice President – Human Resources, effective February 2026. Based in Mumbai, he will further strengthen Supreme Group’s people framework, foster a high-performance culture, and align HR priorities with the organization’s long-term growth and business objectives. Extensive Experience Amol brings over 25 years of experience across engineering and manufacturing-led […]

Employment

UP Women’s Workforce Participation Doubled in Six Years

Uttar Pradesh (UP) is witnessing a transformative shift in its economic landscape, marked by a significant surge in women’s workforce participation. Recent data from the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) and state reports indicate that female labor force participation in India’s most populous state has nearly doubled over the last six years, reflecting the impact […]

Technology

Tata AI Sakhi: Empowering 1,500+ Rural Women to Master AI in Just 2.5 Hours

The Tata Group has successfully concluded the Tata AI Sakhi Immersion Programme, a milestone initiative that empowered 1,553 rural women at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. This high-touch workshop demonstrated how artificial intelligence can be a practical, language-accessible tool for grassroots entrepreneurship and economic independence. A Multilingual AI Revolution at the Grassroots The program focused on moving […]

Survey & Report

Cognizant Balances Expansion, AI Ambitions & Workplace Debate

Cognizant Technology Solutions is drawing significant attention this February as the global IT services major navigates a mix of strategic expansion, artificial intelligence investments, and workplace-related scrutiny that has sparked widespread industry discussion. In its recent disclosures, Cognizant flagged potential reputational risks associated with offshore outsourcing. The company noted that shifting public sentiment, evolving regulatory […]

Industry

Sanofi Hyderabad Expansion: Global Healthcare Giant to Create 4,500+ Jobs

Global healthcare leader Sanofi has announced a major expansion of its Global Capacity Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey as a premier destination for pharmaceutical innovation. The French multinational plans to scale its workforce in the city to over 4,500 employees over the next two years. This growth will reinforce […]

Siemens Energy Appoints Ashwini Pavithran as Global Head of Talent Acquisition – Corporate Functions

Siemens Energy has elevated Ashwini Pavithran as Global Head of Talent Acquisition – Corporate Functions, effective January 2026. In this role, she will lead global hiring for corporate functions. Her work will cover workforce planning, strategic sourcing, employer brand, and diversity efforts across key markets. Extensive Experience and Background Ashwini brings more than 20 years […]

Labour Law

Big Tax Savings for Disabled Staff: Travel Deduction to Hit ₹15,000 in Metros

In a significant move toward financial inclusivity, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has proposed a substantial hike in travel-related tax deductions for disabled staff. Part of the Draft Income Tax Rules 2026, the new provisions aim to address rising urban commuting costs and provide targeted relief to individuals with specific physical challenges. Massive […]

Sterlite Group Appoints Sumil Mathur as Group CFO

Sterlite Electric, a leading capital goods maker and system integration provider, along with Resonia Ltd. and Serentica Renewables, has appointed Sumil Mathur as Group Chief Financial Officer. Sumil brings close to 30 years of leadership experience. He will lead the Group’s financial strategy, governance, and capital planning. He will also oversee risk management and financial […]

Wells Fargo Appoints Padmavathi A V as Vice President – HRBP

Wells Fargo has elevated Padmavathi A V as Vice President – HRBP. She assumed the new role in February 2026. In this new role, she will partner closely with business leaders to drive strategic HR initiatives, align people practices with organizational goals, and strengthen workforce capability. She will be responsible for talent management, leadership development, […]

Partnership

Infosys Scales Generative AI Capabilities with Strategic Anthropic Partnership

Infosys has announced a strategic partnership with Anthropic, a leader in AI safety and research, to deliver advanced enterprise AI solutions to global clients. This collaboration integrates Anthropic’s “Claude” family of models into Infosys Topaz, an AI-first offering that helps businesses accelerate their digital transformation through generative AI. Anthropic-Infosys Partnership Strengthening the Enterprise AI Ecosystem […]

Industry

PM Modi Urges Investment in Data Centres to Drive Economic Growth and Skills

PM Modi has highlighted the data centre sector as a critical pillar for India’s economic future, describing it as a “massive job creator.” Speaking at recent industry forums, the Prime Minister emphasized that as India transitions into a fully digital economy, the infrastructure required to store and process data will generate hundreds of thousands of […]

Employment

Cisco India Offers Machine Learning Engineer Master’s Internship

Hyderabad, India: Cisco has shared an opening for the role of Machine Learning Engineer Master’s (Internship) in its Engineering/Splunk team in Hyderabad. The listing, Job ID 2007558, highlights roles that may open soon. Candidates who meet the criteria may hear from a Cisco recruiter when a matching role becomes available. Building the Next Phase of […]