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Updated on: Jul 2026

Employment

IITs Raise Concerns Over Employer Accountability in Campus Hiring

Jul 1, 2026

Microsoft Plans Another Round of Layoffs by the New Fiscal Year

Microsoft is preparing for another round of layoffs that could affect thousands of employees across ...

Industry

Jul 1, 2026

Latest news: Microsoft Plans Another Round of Layoffs by the New Fiscal Year - SightsIn Plus

HDFC Bank Appoints Former CEC Rajiv Kumar as New Chairman

Indias largest private sector lender, HDFC Bank, has appointed former Chief Election Commissi...

Appointments

Jul 1, 2026

Latest news: HDFC Bank Appoints Former CEC Rajiv Kumar as New Chairman - SightsIn Plus

JPMorgan Sees Indias IT Recovery Only by FY

Indias IT services sector may take longer to recover than expected, according to a new report...

Industry

Jun 30, 2026

Latest news: JPMorgan Sees Indias IT Recovery Only by FY - SightsIn Plus

Employment

Ford rehired 350 engineers after AI failed to meet quality standards

American automaker Ford has brought back around 350 veteran engineers after its AI-based quality control systems failed to meet the company’s quality standards. The move shows that while artificial intelligence can improve manufacturing processes, it cannot fully replace the knowledge and experience of skilled engineers. Like many global companies, Ford adopted AI to lower costs, […]

Jun 30, 2026

Appointments

Ex-TCS Veteran Rajashree R Joins QBurst as Global Head- Industries

QBurst, a design-led digital engineering company powered by High AI-Q™, has appointed Ex-TCS Veteran Rajashree R as its Global Head of Industries. In her new role, she will lead the company’s industry strategy, working closely with clients, partners, and internal teams to develop industry-focused solutions and expand the adoption of AI-powered technologies across key sectors. […]

Jun 30, 2026

Technology

Why India is Emerging as the Next Global Data Centre Hub

India is fast emerging as a major global destination for data-centre investment as the US and Europe face a growing capacity crunch. According to a recent ICICI Securities report, the surge in AI demand, hyperscale cloud expansion, and policy support are helping position India as the next big data infrastructure hub. Why India Is Gaining […]

Jun 30, 2026

Employment

India’s Economy Could Hit $7 Trillion This Decade, Boosting Jobs

India is on course to become a $7 trillion economy by the end of this decade, with the potential to double in size to nearly $14 trillion by the mid-2030s, according to India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra. The projection reflects the country’s long-term growth trajectory, driven by economic reforms, infrastructure development, […]

Jun 30, 2026

Appointments

Afrin Noor Joins Jindal Steel as Vice President – Talent & Strategy

Jindal Steel, one of India’s leading integrated steel producers, has appointed Afrin Noor as Vice President – Talent & Strategy. In her new role, Afrin will lead the company’s talent and people strategy, focusing on leadership development, workforce planning, organizational design, and HR initiatives that support business goals. Extensive Experience She joins the company with […]

Jun 30, 2026

Employment

Manufacturing Momentum Spurs Demand for Skilled Talent

India’s industrial output grew 5.1% year-on-year in May, up from 4.9% in April, driven by strong manufacturing activity and higher electricity generation, according to the latest Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data. While the figures primarily measure industrial performance, they also provide valuable signals for the labour market, indicating continued demand for talent across manufacturing, […]

Jun 29, 2026

Industry

Govt Plans ₹5,000-Crore Scheme to Help Steel Industry Adopt Green Technologies

The Central government is planning a ₹5,000-crore scheme to help the steel industry adopt green technologies and reduce carbon emissions. The move is part of the government’s efforts to make steel production cleaner and support the industry’s transition to low-carbon manufacturing. The scheme is expected to provide financial support to steel manufacturers, especially smaller companies, […]

Jun 29, 2026

Layoffs

Volkswagen Plans Biggest Job Cuts in Its History

German auto giant Volkswagen is reportedly considering one of the largest restructuring exercises in automotive industry history, with plans that could result in up to 100,000 job cuts and the closure of four manufacturing facilities in Germany, according to people familiar with the matter. The proposals are expected to be discussed during a supervisory board […]

Jun 29, 2026

Internship

Top 5 Virtual Internships in AI, ML and Data Science, Stipend Up to ₹15,000

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms industries worldwide, demand for professionals skilled in AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Data Science is growing rapidly. AICTE is offering Virtual internship to students, an opportunity to gain practical experience in these high-demand fields. To help students build industry-relevant skills, several organisations have opened applications for AI-focused virtual internships through […]

Jun 29, 2026

Survey & Report

AI Fuels Cybersecurity Skills Gap: Accenture Report

As cyber threats grow more sophisticated and artificial intelligence (AI) transforms the security landscape, organizations are struggling to find cybersecurity professionals with the right mix of technical and business skills, according to a new report by Accenture. The report, “Reinventing the Cyber Workforce: Solving the Talent Imbalance,” reveals that the global cybersecurity talent shortage is […]

Jun 29, 2026

Appointments

ZOOM Communications Appoints Seema Bangia as Chief People Officer

ZOOM Communications has appointed seasoned human resources leader Seema Bangia as its Chief People Officer (CPO). In her new role, she will lead the company’s people strategy, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives while overseeing leadership hiring, talent development, performance management, employee engagement, and governance. Seema will also be responsible for strengthening compliance with ethics […]

Jun 29, 2026

Employment

Mercedes-Benz Asked Employees to Work Longer Hours for Same Pay

German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a new round of cost-cutting measures, asking employees to work longer hours without additional pay as it looks to reduce expenses and improve competitiveness in a challenging global automotive market. In an internal note sent to employees on Friday, CEO Olaf Källenius and other senior executives said the company […]

Jun 29, 2026