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Updated on: Jan 2026

Appointments

Sekhmet Pharmaventures Appoints Jitendra Jalan as CHRO

Jan 7, 2026

Runu Jain joins Magic EdTech as Chief Human Resources Officer

Magic EdTech, the New Yorkbased digital learning firm, has appointed Runu Jain as its Chief Human R...

Appointments

Jan 7, 2026

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Tech Mahindra Appoints Aditi as Strategic People Partner- BHR

Tech Mahindra, a leading global provider of digital transformation, consulting, and business re-engi...

Appointments

Jan 6, 2026

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Wipro Expands Airoli Campus to . Lakh Sq. Ft.

Information technology giant Wipro Limited has significantly deepened its commitment to the Mumbai M...

Industry

Jan 6, 2026

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Labour Law

8th Pay Commission to Reset DA and Redefine Indian Pay Matrix

As of January 6, 2026, the transition from the 7th to the 8th Pay Commission (CPC) has officially become the focal point for over 1.1 crore central government employees and pensioners. While the implementation date is widely recognized as January 1, 2026, the official rollout is entering a high-stakes phase of deliberation that promises the most significant financial restructuring in […]

Jan 6, 2026

Compensation

Paytm Rewards Workforce with 1.89 Lakh Share Allotment

One 97 Communications, the parent company of fintech major Paytm, has officially expanded its equity base by allotting 1,88,879 equity shares to employees. This move, finalized on January 3, 2026, follows the exercise of vested options under the company’s Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) 2019 scheme. The allotment signifies a continued commitment to talent retention as the company navigates […]

Jan 6, 2026

Work Model

Wipro Enforces 6-Hour Office Rule, New Hybrid Policy From 2026

Wipro has begun the new year by tightening the implementation of its hybrid work model, introducing clearer and stricter rules around office attendance. Effective January 1, the IT services major has made it mandatory for employees to spend a minimum of six hours in the office on each designated work-from-office day. The revised policy applies […]

Jan 6, 2026

EPFO

Supreme Court Steps on EPFO Wage Ceiling, Sets Deadline

The Supreme Court of India, on January 5, 2025, allowed a petitioner to submit a formal request to the Central Government asking for a review of “Wage Ceiling” under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). A bench led by Justice J.K. Maheshwari gave academic and activist Naveen Prakash Nautiyal two weeks to file his request […]

Jan 6, 2026

Appointments

Schneider Electric Appoints Niharika Mohan as Chief HR Officer

Schneider Electric has elevated Niharika Mohan as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) for the Greater India Zone, effective January 1, 2026. In her new role, she will lead the People and Culture agenda across India, with a sharp focus on talent strategy, leadership development, inclusion, capability building, and performance excellence. Extensive Experience Niharika brings more […]

Jan 6, 2026

Appointments

Ather Energy Appoints Surabhi Loshali as Chief HR Officer

Ather Energy Limited, an electric two-wheeler manufacturer, appoints Surabhi Loshali as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Senior Management Personnel, effective 5 January 2026. In this new role, she will lead Ather Energy’s people strategy, strengthening organisational design, leadership capability, talent readiness and culture to support scalable growth in India’s fast-evolving EV ecosystem. Extensive […]

Jan 6, 2026

Appointments

Satia Industries Appoints Dibyakant K. Singh as Vice President- HR

Satia Industries Ltd, one of India’s largest wood and agro-based paper plants, which produces paper using wood chips, veneer waste, wheat straw, and sarkanda, has appointed Dibyakant K. Singh as Vice President – Human Resources. In his new role, Dibyakant will lead all Human Resources and Industrial Relations work. His focus will be on building […]

Jan 6, 2026

Appointments

JioStar Elevates Purnima as EVP– HR for Digital, Sports & Total Rewards

JioStar has promoted Purnima Kumar to Executive Vice President – Human Resources (Digital, Sports) and Total Rewards. Before this promotion, she served as Head – Total Rewards, People Programs, Talent Acquisition, and Co-Lead JV Integration. In her expanded role, she will continue to shape the people strategy for JioStar’s fast-growing digital and sports businesses. She […]

Jan 6, 2026

Layoffs

Goldman Sachs Projects Sustained AI-Driven Job Reductions

In a comprehensive analysis released in early January 2026, Goldman Sachs has signaled that the wave of artificial intelligence-led workforce reductions is far from over. The investment bank’s latest economic outlook suggests that corporate America is entering a “permanent restructuring phase,” where AI integration will continue to displace administrative, middle-management, and entry-level white-collar roles throughout 2026. The […]

Jan 5, 2026

Employment

Google and Microsoft Tighten Performance Reviews for 2026

Technology titans Google and Microsoft have significantly overhauled their internal review systems, moving toward a more aggressive, outcome-driven evaluation model. These changes, set to dictate compensation planning throughout 2026, signal a strategic pivot intended to fund massive AI investments by narrowing the rewards for average contributors. Google GRAD System: Higher Stakes for the “Middle” Google has modified its Googler Reviews […]

Jan 5, 2026

Training

Siemens to Train 200K Electricians for the Smart Factory Era

In a landmark move to address the widening labor shortage in the American industrial sector, Siemens USA has announced a massive workforce development initiative. The company pledges to train 200,000 electricians and manufacturing experts by 2030. This commitment, unveiled in late 2025, aims to equip a new generation of “AI-ready” professionals to navigate the complexities of […]

Jan 5, 2026

Appointments

Anita Bhat-Zutshi joins Wipro Enterprises as Chief Financial Officer

Wipro Enterprises has announced the appointment of Anita Bhat-Zutshi as its new Chief Financial Officer, strengthening its leadership team at a time of transformational growth. As Wipro Enterprises continues to build strong, purpose-led businesses across Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting and Wipro Infrastructure Engineering (WIN), Anita will play a pivotal role in driving financial strategy, […]

Jan 5, 2026