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Dabur Research Foundation (DRF) has appointed Priyanka Gaur as its new Head of Human Resources. Based in Ghaziabad, she assumed the role in June 2026 and will lead the organization’s people strategy, talent management, culture-building, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness initiatives. Extensive Experience Priyanka brings more than 24 years of professional experience spanning human resources, […]
Amazon has elevated Preeti Tiwari as HR Leader for EU Prime & Marketing, expanding her responsibilities within the company after nearly a decade of service across India and Europe. In her new role, she will lead HR for Amazon’s EU Prime & Marketing business, driving talent strategy, leadership development, workforce planning, and employee engagement. Extensive […]
A comprehensive benchmark study titled “AI ADOPTION IN HR – 2026: From Experimentation to Impact” was released by Sightsin Plus, HR Magazine. It reveals that corporate human resource divisions are transitioning away from localized pilots toward integrated, data-driven automation. The State of AI Adoption The extensive survey outlines that 61% of polled organisations have formally implemented […]
Data from tracking site Layoffs.fyi reveals that more than 1 lakh (100,000) tech employees have lost their jobs in the first five months of 2026. Cumulatively, a total of 1,16,739 workers have been laid off year-to-date, rapidly outpacing original market forecasts. A Devastating Month for the Tech Workforce The bleeding accelerated sharply in May, which accounted for […]
Digital healthcare services and engineering firm Emids has announced a major talent expansion plan. The company aims to build a workforce of 1,000 “forward-deployed context engineers” (FDCEs) over the next 12 months. This initiative is designed to help healthcare Global Capability Centres (GCCs) transition into strategic, AI-led innovation hubs. Emids Bridging the Domain-AI Gap According […]
The 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) has extended its deadline for stakeholders to submit recommendations and representations to June 15, 2026. This marks the third extension granted by the panel, allowing additional time for employee associations, staff unions, and pensioner groups to finalize their data via the official portal (8cpc.gov.in). The delays are pushing the […]
According to the Hiring Through the Hype: Talent Trends India 2026 report by recruitment firm Michael Page, capability is overtaking credentials in India’s shifting job market. Examining a survey pool of 3,552 Indian participants—part of a massive global study of 60,000 respondents across 170 countries—the data shows that 39% of hiring managers now prioritize skills over traditional […]
A month after PM Modi urged organizations to consider work-from-home arrangements and virtual meetings to help conserve fuel, most employers across industries appear to have maintained their existing workplace policies, according to a recent survey. The Prime Minister’s appeal sparked discussions around remote work, employee flexibility, and sustainability. However, survey findings suggest that the message […]
Global IT services leader Cognizant has launched the “Ace Team” program, a selective elite engineering pathway aimed at cultivating a premium cohort of AI-focused developers. Rolled out in India, the initiative marks a foundational shift for the company as it pivots from traditional back-office software maintenance into a specialized “AI builder” organization. Cognizant Developing Full-Stack […]
Microsoft latest biannual “Employee Signals” internal survey has revealed a complex shift in workplace sentiment. While employees report feeling highly energized, included, and aligned with corporate values, an underlying wave of anxiety persists regarding career progression, direct management, and professional growth opportunities. A Rise in Energy and Inclusivity The survey, which drew participation from 71% […]
In a striking reflection of how artificial intelligence is shifting corporate priorities, global cloud software and analytics firm Teradata has announced a freeze on annual salary hikes for 2026. According to an internal memo sent by CEO Steve McMillan—first reported by Business Insider—the company is entirely redirecting its customary salary-increment budget to fund aggressive investments […]
At its annual shareholder meeting, Walmart Inc. investors overwhelmingly rejected a proxy proposal that sought greater transparency regarding how the company’s implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) impacts its massive workforce. The proposal was backed by labor advocates and socially responsible investor groups. It pushed for a detailed report outlining the financial, operational, and ethical risks […]
