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Emerson India Appoints Harshad Dighe as Head TA

Emerson India has appointed Harshad Somnath Dighe as its new Head of Talent Acquisition, marking a s...

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Punjab Government Mandates Availability for State Officials

Punjab government has issued a directive requiring all state employees to remain available on their ...

Labour Law

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Duolingo Phases Out Contract Workers, Embraces AI-First Strategy

Duolingo, the popular language-learning platform, has announced a major shift toward becoming an AI-...

Employment

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Technology

Top 5 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Innovations Driving Evolution of HR

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a superagency in Human Resource departments across industries. According to a recent study, over 31% of companies in India have planned to integrate AI into HR management systems, and 57% of leaders believe that AI will reduce the workload. Much like other industries, AI in the HR space is creating […]

Work Model

WFH No More: Uber Employees Must Return to Office by July 1

Uber has officially revoked all work-from-home (WFH) approvals, mandating a full return to office for employees starting July 1, 2025. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi announced the decision in a company-wide communication, emphasizing that simply meeting expectations is no longer sufficient. The move aligns Uber with other major tech firms, such as Amazon, Google, and Meta, which […]

EPFO

EPS Pension Hike: ₹3,000 Monthly Pension Likely for Retirees

The central government is reportedly considering an increase in the minimum pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) from the current ₹1,000 to ₹3,000 per month. This move, which has been long overdue, aims to provide better financial security to pensioners in the organized sector. The government could implement the revised pension amount in the […]

SUN Pharma Elevates Bhaskar Dhariwal as GM: Head HR & Admin

SUN Pharma, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies, has announced the promotion of Bhaskar Dhariwal to General Manager: Head HR & Administration. Bhaskar previously served as Deputy General Manager at SUN Pharma. He shared the news on his LinkedIn profile and expressed enthusiasm about his new role. His elevation reflects SUN Pharma’s commitment to […]

Infogain Appoints Soma Pandey as Chief People Officer

Infogain, a leading digital customer experience engineering company headquartered in Silicon Valley, has announced the appointment of Soma Pandey as its Chief People Officer (CPO). Based in Bengaluru, Soma will report directly to Dinesh Venugopal, CEO of Infogain. Welcoming Soma to the executive leadership team, Dinesh Venugopal emphasized her strategic mindset and people-first approach. He […]

DFM Foods Appoints Richa Saraswat as Chief HR Officer

DFM Foods Limited, a leading player in India’s packaged snacks industry, has appointed Richa Saraswat as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Richa has over 16 years of experience in human resources. She brings extensive expertise in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development. Responsibilities at DFM Foods In her new role as CHRO, […]

Layoffs

Infosys Dismisses 195 Trainees, Offers Free Upskilling Programs

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services company, has dismissed an additional 195 trainees from its Mysuru campus following internal assessment failures. This marks the fourth round of exits at the company since February 2025, bringing the total number of affected trainees to approximately 800. While the layoffs have raised concerns, Infosys is offering alternative career paths, […]

HDFC ERGO Promotes Mukesh Kumar as Joint Vice President-HR

HDFC ERGO General Insurance, a leading player in India’s insurance sector, has announced the elevation of Mukesh Kumar to the position of Joint Vice President-Human Resources (JVP-HR). This strategic move is aimed at strengthening the company’s human capital and aligning its workforce strategies with organizational goals. Mukesh’s extensive experience in HR and talent acquisition makes […]

ESIC

Ayushman Bharat Integration: 20 Million ESIC Jobs Created

Micro and small enterprises have emerged as the primary contributors to formal job creation under the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) in India. Between April 2024 and February 2025, ESIC recorded 20.9 million new registrations, with the majority coming from businesses employing up to 20 workers. This surge is attributed to expanded coverage, improved services, […]

Employment

Union Bank Workforce Expansion: 1,500 Local Bank Officers Join

Union Bank of India has taken a significant step toward enhancing customer service by recruiting 1,500 Local Bank Officers across various states. This initiative is part of the bank’s broader strategy to deepen engagement with local communities and improve banking accessibility. By leveraging officers’ proficiency in regional languages, the bank aims to provide a more […]