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Updated on: May 2026

Industry

SBI Staff Federation Warns Against Risks of Outsourced Banking

May 7, 2026

Freshworks is Sizing Down After a Record-Breaking Quarter

Freshworks Inc. announced a significant restructuring on May , , cutting approximately of i...

Layoffs

May 6, 2026

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United Breweries Appoints Parul Malhotra as Chief HR Officer

United Breweries has named Parul Malhotra as Chief Human Resources Officer Director People...

Appointments

May 6, 2026

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, Starbucks Stores to See Weekly Pay and Extra Tips

As part of its ongoing Back to Starbucks transformation, Starbucks Coffee Company has ...

Industry

May 6, 2026

News

Why 85% of Workers Use AI but Few Feel Prepared

A startling “readiness paradox” has emerged in the global workforce as AI becomes a standard office tool. According to the 2026 Professional Sentiment Survey by Simplilearn, while a staggering 85% of professionals now report regular AI usage at work, a mere 26% feel well-prepared to leverage these tools for long-term career growth. The Corporate Disconnect With AI The survey highlights […]

May 6, 2026

Internship

Jio Institute Opens Applications for Paid Summer Internship 2026

Jio Institute has opened applications for its Summer Research Internship Programme 2026. The program is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students across India. It runs for two months and aims to give students real research experience while helping them learn across different fields. Research Areas The internship covers several important areas based on current industry […]

May 6, 2026

Layoffs

700 Coinbase Employees Are Losing Their Jobs to AI Efficiency

In a move that signals a paradigm shift for the cryptocurrency industry, Coinbase Global, Inc. announced on May 5, 2026, that it is laying off approximately 700 employees. This reduction represents roughly 14% of its global workforce as of May 1, 2026. CEO Brian Armstrong described the restructuring as a deliberate effort to transform the exchange into a leaner, […]

May 6, 2026

Appointments

Intel Corporation Announces Leadership Appointments

Intel Corporation has announced two key leadership appointments to strengthen its core product business and advance the company’s innovation agenda. Alex Katouzian to Lead Client Computing and AI Systems Alex Katouzian will take on the role of executive vice president and general manager of Intel’s Client Computing and Physical AI Group. He will focus on […]

May 6, 2026

Compensation

Delhivery Issues Fresh ESOPs to Retain Top Talent

In a move to strengthen employee retention and align individual performance with corporate growth, Delhivery Limited has announced a fresh grant of 100,360 stock options to eligible employees. The decision, approved by the company’s board on May 4, 2026, marks the latest in a series of equity-based incentives for the logistics major’s workforce. Delhivery Dual-Track Vesting and Minimal […]

May 5, 2026

Industry

KPMG Launches New Internal Monitoring Tool

In a significant shift toward data-driven workforce management, KPMG has launched a specialized internal dashboard to track how its consultants utilize artificial intelligence. Initially rolled out to the firm’s U.S. advisory division, the tool allows both employees and management to monitor AI adoption levels, marking a transition from experimental usage to measurable productivity. KPMG Gamifying AI Adoption The […]

May 5, 2026

Appointments

Maruti Suzuki Elevates Saurabh Kumar to Vice President – HR

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has promoted Saurabh Kumar to Vice President – Human Resources, effective April 2026. Saurabh has more than 18 years of experience in human resources. His work has focused on employee relations, union talks, and industrial relations, which are key areas for large manufacturing companies. Extensive Experience Saurabh has been with Maruti […]

May 5, 2026

Layoffs

Estée Lauder Global Layoffs; 10,000 Jobs Cut

Beauty giant The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) has significantly escalated its global restructuring efforts, raising its total planned workforce reductions to between 9,000 and 10,000 roles. This expansion adds up to 3,000 more job cuts than previously estimated as the company accelerates its “Beauty Reimagined” turnaround plan. Strategic Pivot Away from Traditional Retail The revised restructuring plan targets a […]

May 5, 2026

Industry

How Coal India is Transforming its Corporate Image for 2026

Coal India Limited (CIL) has officially rolled out a mandatory uniform policy for its approximately 2.25 lakh employees. Approved by the board on May 30, 2025, and implemented across all subsidiaries, the initiative aims to enhance the company’s brand image and foster a sense of professional identity among its workers. Coal India Standardizing the Corporate Identity Under […]

May 5, 2026

Industry

Cognizant Joins TCS, HCLTech in Cutting Payouts Amid AI Push

IT services major Cognizant has cut back shareholder payouts, moving in line with peers like Tata Consultancy Services and HCLTech, as the industry shifts focus toward artificial intelligence (AI) growth and acquisitions. More Cash Moves Toward AI and Deals The Nasdaq-listed firm is now directing a larger share of its free cash flow into key […]

May 5, 2026

Internship

SBI Summer Internship 2026: Easy Guide to Eligibility, Stipend & Apply

The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced its Summer Internship Programme for 2026 through its Strategic Training Unit (STU). This program gives students a chance to gain real work experience in banking and corporate operations. It is a short-term training opportunity that helps students connect what they learn in class with how financial systems […]

May 5, 2026

Hiring

SIS Ltd Eyes Top 5 Private Employer Spot with 500,000 Staff

SIS Limited, a leading provider of security and facility management services, has announced an ambitious growth roadmap. The company plans to scale its workforce from the current 3.46 lakh to 5 lakh employees by the year 2030. SIS Ltd. Vision 2030: Scaling for Market Leadership The primary objective of this massive recruitment push is to support […]

May 5, 2026