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Manoj Tiwari has been elevated to Vice President Human Resources at the MP Birla Group of companie...
Microsoft is retiring its internal employee feedback platform, Perspectives, as part of a broader ef...
Infosys has expanded its long-standing partnership with Finland-based forest industry company Mets ...
In a landmark Flipkart ESOP case, the ITAT ruled that a ₹2.33 crore employee payout is taxable as capital gains, not salary. The Bengaluru Bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has held that a ₹2.33 crore payout received by a Flipkart employee from the buyback of vested but unexercised ESOPs should be taxed […]
Indian cities could face significant job losses over the coming decades as rising temperatures and extreme heat reduce the number of safe working hours, according to a new World Bank report. The World Bank report is titled ‘A Livable Future: Protecting Jobs and Growth from Extreme Heat in South Asia’s Cities.’ The study warns that […]
PwC has elevated Sandhya Nambiar as the Chief People Officer (CPO) for its Acceleration Centers (ACs) in India. In her new role, she will lead the people strategy for PwC ACs in India. She will oversee talent management, leadership development, employee experience, workforce planning, and transformation initiatives. She will also work on aligning the company’s […]
Cipla has elevated Vinay Bassi as Chief HR Operations, strengthening its people leadership as the company advances its HR transformation and operational excellence agenda. In his new role, Vinay will lead HR operations, drive digital HR transformation, strengthen process excellence, and enhance employee experience across the organisation. Extensive Experience Vinay Bassi has been associated with […]
Australia’s national carrier, Qantas, is considering outsourcing up to 1,000 corporate roles to India as part of a wider business transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, according to media reports. The outsourcing plan is reportedly being discussed with global consulting firm Accenture under an internal transformation programme called Project iQ. If implemented, the initiative could […]
AI adoption in HR is transforming Human Resources, enabling organisations to automate routine processes, improve talent acquisition and enhance employee experiences. AI has evolved beyond resume screening and chatbots to agentic AI systems that support workforce planning, learning and development, performance management and data-driven decision-making. However, the rapid pace of AI adoption is not being […]
Wendt India Limited has appointed Lakshmi Tulasi Inturi as its Head of Human Resources, effective August 3, 2026. In her new role, she will lead the company’s HR function and focus on strengthening its people strategy, talent management, employee engagement and overall human resource framework. Extensive Experience Lakshmi brings more than 20 years of experience […]
The Department of Expenditure has approved a proposal to increase the EPF wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per month, according to a government source. The proposal will now be placed before the Union Cabinet for final approval. The […]
Tata Projects Limited has appointed Sukumar Hebbar as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO), effective immediately. He succeeds Vinayak Pai, who has led the company since 2022. His appointment is expected to strengthen Tata Projects’ leadership team as the company expands its presence across urban infrastructure, data centres and industrial […]
Dabur India Limited has announced a multi-year collaboration with Accenture to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across its business operations. The partnership aims to build a future-ready digital enterprise by improving decision-making, enhancing business agility, and creating new opportunities for profitable growth. The initiative builds on Dabur’s ongoing investments in cloud technology and […]
Allana Group has appointed Manish Dwivede as its Group Chief Human Resources Officer (Group CHRO). In his new role, he will lead Allana Group’s human resources function, with responsibility for driving the Group’s people strategy and HR priorities. Extensive Experience Manish brings over two decades of experience in human resources, having worked across industries such […]
India’s white-collar job market continued to grow in July 2026, with overall hiring increasing 5% year-on-year, according to the latest Naukri JobSpeak Index. While the pace of hiring was slightly lower than the 6% growth recorded in June, demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) professionals remained strong, registering a 33% year-on-year increase. […]
