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Updated on: Feb 2026

Hiring

IBM is Hiring Entry-Level Workers While Others Cut Back

Feb 13, 2026

JPMorgan Stands Firm on Office Return Despite Employee Outcry

JPMorgan Chases transition to a mandatory five-day office workweek is facing a wave of internal res...

Work Model

Feb 13, 2026

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Kajaria Ceramics Appoints Ashish Goel as Chief Human Resources Officer

Kajaria Ceramics has announced the appointment of Ashish Goel as Chief Human Resources Officer CHRO...

Appointments

Feb 12, 2026

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Top Internships in Python, AI, Machine Learning Data Science

As demand for Artificial Intelligence AI, Machine Learning ML, and Data Science skills continues...

Employment

Feb 12, 2026

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Partnership

TCS and Honeywell Partnership Targets Net-Zero with Automation

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced a strategic partnership with Honeywell to transform how industrial and commercial building operators manage their facilities. By integrating TCS’s expertise in Internet of Things (IoT) and data analytics with Honeywell’s advanced building technologies, the collaboration aims to accelerate the transition toward fully autonomous building operations. The Drive for Autonomous […]

Feb 12, 2026

Appointments

SPIC Appoints Shankar Ganesh Rajan as Chief Human Resources Officer

Chennai, February 2026 — Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation Limited (SPIC) has appointed Shankar Ganesh Rajan as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective February 2026. He will be based at the company’s headquarters in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. In his new role, Rajan will lead the entire gamut of SPIC’s people and culture agenda, overseeing talent […]

Feb 12, 2026

Technology

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank to Retrain 50% of Staff for Sales

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank (TMB) has announced plans to repurpose over 50% of its workforce into sales roles over the next two years. This transition, fueled by an aggressive push toward tech automation and AI, aims to shift the lender’s focus from traditional customer relationship maintenance to active revenue generation. The AI-Powered Workforce Shift The bank, […]

Feb 12, 2026

Industry

Pernod Ricard India Launches 360-Degree New Hire Journey

In a groundbreaking move for India’s alcohol-beverage sector, Pernod Ricard India (PRI) has officially launched “Cheers VRorld,” a virtual reality-powered onboarding platform. The initiative was announced on February 12, 2026, in Gurugram. It replaces traditional orientation slide decks with a high-tech, 360-degree immersive storytelling experience, allowing new hires to experience the company’s culture and operations in real-time […]

Feb 12, 2026

Compensation

DBS Rewards Junior Staff with Record Bonus

DBS Group Holdings has announced a significant one-time bonus for its junior employees, a move that comes despite a period of moderated expansion and cooling economic conditions in key markets. The Singapore-based banking giant, which recently reported record annual profits, is rewarding approximately 50% of its workforce to help manage rising costs of living and […]

Feb 12, 2026

Industry

Google Launches Third Voluntary Buyout Round in 8 Months

In a significant move toward an “AI-first” future, Google has reportedly introduced a voluntary exit program for its Global Business Organization (GBO). This initiative follows a year of record-breaking financial success, with parent company Alphabet reaching a $400 billion revenue milestone in 2025. Despite these profits, the company is urging staff to either fully commit […]

Feb 12, 2026

Hiring

Vedanta Targets 50% Female Hiring for India’s Energy Transition

On the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Vedanta Limited has announced a bold new hiring mandate. The natural resources conglomerate aims to have women comprise over 50% of its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) recruitment starting this year. This initiative marks a historic shift for India’s metals, mining, […]

Feb 12, 2026

Layoffs

UBS is Moving High-Tech Roles from Zurich to Indian Hubs

UBS has initiated a significant restructuring of its global workforce following its historic takeover of Credit Suisse. The banking giant has confirmed plans to eliminate approximately 3,000 jobs in its home market of Switzerland as part of a massive $10 billion cost-cutting exercise. Simultaneously, the bank is aggressively expanding its operations in India, signaling a […]

Feb 12, 2026

Employment

AICTE Offers 3-Month HR Internship, Apply by March 11, 2026

AICTE and Glowlogics have announced openings for a three-month, full-time HR Internship at its on-site office in Dakshina Kannada, Mangalore. The internship is set to begin immediately, with applications open until March 11, 2026. Role and Responsibilities The HR Intern will work closely with the Human Resources team, supporting day-to-day HR operations while gaining hands-on […]

Feb 12, 2026

Appointments

Xpheno Appoints Pallavi Nanduru as Hyderabad Center Head

Specialist staffing firm Xpheno has appointed Pallavi Nanduru as Hyderabad Center Head to drive Executive Search growth in India’s fast-growing GCC ecosystem. Effective February 12, 2025. The move aims to strengthen the company’s executive search services and expand its presence in India’s fast-growing Global Capability Centre (GCC) market. Pallavi will lead Xpheno’s Hyderabad operations with […]

Feb 12, 2026

Labour Law

PM-SETU to Modernize 1,000 ITIs with Corporate Help

In a significant move to bridge the gap between vocational training and industrial requirements, the Indian government has launched ‘PM-SETU’ (Strategic Engagement for Talent Upgradation). This ambitious initiative aims to transform Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the country through deep-seated industry partnerships, ensuring that the Indian workforce is equipped for the challenges of Industry 4.0. […]

Feb 11, 2026

Layoffs

Telstra Offshores AI Roles; Jobs Cut as Tech Work Shifts to India

In a strategic move to accelerate its digital transformation, Australian telecommunications giant Telstra has announced the cutting of 209 jobs from its Data and AI joint venture with Accenture. The decision was revealed on February 10, 2026. It involves shifting a significant portion of artificial intelligence and data operations to India to leverage global expertise […]

Feb 11, 2026