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Updated on: Jun 2026
IBM launches Global AI Builders Challenge with $15,000 Prize Pool
Industry

IBM launches Global AI Builders Challenge with $15,000 Prize Pool

IBM has announced the launch of the AI Builders Challenge, a global initiative aimed at helping university students develop practical artificial intelligence and software development skills for the future workplace. The announcement was made during IBM’s Future of AI in Higher Education Summit in New York City and comes alongside the company’s expansion of free […]

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The Kraft Heinz Appoints Priya Tikhe as People Head, GCC India
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The Kraft Heinz Appoints Priya Tikhe as People Head, GCC India

The Kraft Heinz, GCC India has appointed Priya Tikhe as Head – People & Performance to strengthen people strategy, leadership development, and support its growing GCC operations. In her new role, Priya will lead people and performance strategy, drive leadership and capability development, enhance employee experience, and support Kraft Heinz GCC India’s growth and transformation […]

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CIBC to Launch Hyderabad GCC, Creating 2,000 Skilled Tech Jobs
Industry

CIBC to Launch Hyderabad GCC, Creating 2,000 Skilled Tech Jobs

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC), one of Canada’s top five banking institutions, has announced plans to establish a massive Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad, Telangana. Set to commence operations in July 2026, the facility represents a direct transition of investment commitments made during the Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025 into an operational footprint. […]

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ENPRO Industries Elevates Ranjeet Singh as Chief HR Officer
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ENPRO Industries Elevates Ranjeet Singh as Chief HR Officer

ENPRO Industries has announced the elevation of Ranjeet Singh to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), from his most recent role as General Manager – HR. In his expanded leadership role, Ranjeet has been instrumental in integrating safety and CSR priorities into core business operations while driving structured talent development initiatives. His approach has focused on […]

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After TCS Row, Ex-Wipro Employee Alleges Religious Harassment
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After TCS Row, Ex-Wipro Employee Alleges Religious Harassment

According to ANI, a former employee of Wipro has accused her former manager of religious harassment and attempting to pressure her into religious conversion during her tenure at the company’s Pune office. The allegations have prompted a police inquiry, while the technology services company has stated that it is cooperating fully with authorities. Employee Alleges […]

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Deloitte Creates First Chief AI Officer Role Amid Global AI Race
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Deloitte Creates First Chief AI Officer Role Amid Global AI Race

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just another service line for consulting firms—it is becoming central to the business strategy of Deloitte Deloitte’s decision to appoint its first-ever Chief AI Officer is perhaps the clearest indication yet of how rapidly the industry is evolving. Deloitte Appoints Hayley McKelvey The global consulting giant has named Hayley […]

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Meta Backs Down on Strict Employee Tracking System After Staff Uproar
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Meta Backs Down on Strict Employee Tracking System After Staff Uproar

Tech giant Meta Platforms Inc. has officially relaxed its stringent internal employee-monitoring initiative. The policy pivot comes after a wave of internal dissent, with employees and advocacy groups voicing intense privacy concerns over the company’s intrusive workplace tracking methods. The “Status Check” Controversy The friction began following the implementation of an aggressive monitoring program designed […]

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700 Jobless After ThynkTech India Locks Doors Overnight
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700 Jobless After ThynkTech India Locks Doors Overnight

The abrupt shutdown of Noida-registered IT startup ThynkTech India OPC Pvt Ltd (operating locally as Thynk Technology India) has sent shockwaves through Hinjewadi Phase II, leaving over 700 software engineers, fresh graduates, and interns suddenly unemployed. The overnight closure has triggered intense investigations into widespread corporate governance and recruitment fraud. ThynkTech Sealed Doors and Bounced […]

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AHEAD Launches Tech Center in Bengaluru to Accelerate Global Cloud Delivery
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AHEAD Launches Tech Center in Bengaluru to Accelerate Global Cloud Delivery

Chicago-headquartered enterprise cloud and digital transformation solutions provider AHEAD has announced plans to launch a strategic office in Bangalore (Bengaluru), India. The expansion aims to establish a robust delivery and innovation hub, significantly strengthening its digital transformation capabilities and tapping into the rich technology ecosystem of South India. A Strategic Hub for Enterprise Innovation The […]

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Top 4 Government Internship in 2026: Stipend, Apply Links and Deadlines
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Top 4 Government Internship in 2026: Stipend, Apply Links and Deadlines

As competition for quality internships intensifies, students across India are increasingly turning to government-backed internship programmes that offer practical exposure, policy insights, and in some cases, financial support. Among the most prominent opportunities available in 2026 are the internship schemes offered by DPIIT, the Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD), NITI Aayog, and Invest […]

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Sandeep Khare Joins Deloitte as Director – HR Technology & Transformation
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Sandeep Khare Joins Deloitte as Director – HR Technology & Transformation

Deloitte, a leading professional services and consulting firm, has appointed Sandeep Khare as Director – HR Transformation, Workday Practice. In his new role, Sandeep will work on HR transformation initiatives and support organizations in improving HR processes and technology adoption. Announcing the development on LinkedIn, Sandeep said, “I am excited to announce that I have […]

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Nippon Express Lawsuit Putting HR Complaint Handling on Trial
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Nippon Express Lawsuit Putting HR Complaint Handling on Trial

Logistics giant Nippon Express U.S.A. is facing a multi-count federal employment lawsuit that has ignited intense industry-wide debate over the systemic failure of internal corporate grievance mechanisms. Initiated by Timothy Alexander, the firm’s former Director of Healthcare, the complaint reads as a stark warning for modern Human Resources professionals regarding the profound legal risks of […]

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