News: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

Explore the latest News news, trends, AI innovations, HR analytics, and digital workplace insights. Stay updated with expert opinions and industry developments.

Updated on: May 2026
PNG Revolution: Thousands of New Jobs are Flooding Gujarat
Jobs

PNG Revolution: Thousands of New Jobs are Flooding Gujarat

Gujarat is currently witnessing a significant industrial and domestic shift as Piped Natural Gas (PNG) infrastructure undergoes a massive expansion. This surge, driven by both state-level policy pushes and increased private investment, has moved beyond a simple utility upgrade to become a major economic engine for the region. As more districts transition away from traditional […]

Read Story
STL Appoints Anshu Mordia as Chief Human Resources Officer
Appointments

STL Appoints Anshu Mordia as Chief Human Resources Officer

Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) has announced the appointment of Anshu Mordia as Chief Human Resource Officer, effective April 29, 2026. In this role, Anshu will lead STL’s global human resources strategy, overseeing talent management, leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and culture transformation. She will play a key role in strengthening the company’s people agenda, driving workforce […]

Read Story
Infosys Appoints Nitin Paranjpe as Non-Executive Vice Chairman
Appointments

Infosys Appoints Nitin Paranjpe as Non-Executive Vice Chairman

Infosys has appointed Nitin Paranjpe as Non-Executive Vice Chairman. The appointment was approved on April 30, 2026, by the Board of Directors, the company said in official statement. He will work closely with Chairman Nandan Nilekani to guide the company’s direction. “We are delighted to have Nitin in this position. His expertise has already made […]

Read Story
Indian Institute of Internship Announces Summer Internship 2026
Internship

Indian Institute of Internship Announces Summer Internship 2026

The Indian Institute of Internship has opened applications for its Summer Internship Programme 2026. Students from cities like Kolkata, Chennai, Noida, Assam, and Sikkim can apply. The program aims to help students gain practical skills before the next academic session begins. Closing the Gap Between Study and Work This internship helps students connect classroom learning […]

Read Story
Accenture Sets Up New GCC in Pune with ₹325 Crore Deal
Industry

Accenture Sets Up New GCC in Pune with ₹325 Crore Deal

Accenture has signed a large office lease worth about ₹325 crore in Pune, showing its long-term focus on India’s tech sector. The company has taken more than 6 lakh square feet at Phoenix Millennium Towers, a fast-growing business area in Baner. The lease runs for over 15 years and is one of the biggest office […]

Read Story
Cognizant Plans $320M Restructuring, Layoffs Expected in AI Shift
Layoffs

Cognizant Plans $320M Restructuring, Layoffs Expected in AI Shift

Cognizant has announced a restructuring plan worth between $230 million and $320 million as it adjusts to the rising use of artificial intelligence and automation in the IT services sector. The initiative, called Project Leap, will run through 2026 and is aimed at improving efficiency, cutting costs, and aligning the company with changing client needs. […]

Read Story
Infosys Clears CEO Rewards While Workforce Awaits Wage News
Industry

Infosys Clears CEO Rewards While Workforce Awaits Wage News

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services exporter, has officially approved a significant equity-based compensation package for its CEO and Managing Director, Salil Parekh. However, the decision has highlighted a growing disparity within the organization, as the timeline and quantum of annual wage hikes for its 3.2 lakh-strong workforce remain undecided. The CEO’s ₹52 Crore Reward On […]

Read Story
Horizontal Talent Appoints Usha Chirayil as Sr. Director – People & Culture, APAC
Appointments

Horizontal Talent Appoints Usha Chirayil as Sr. Director – People & Culture, APAC

Horizontal Talent has appointed Usha Chirayil as Senior Director – People & Culture for the APAC region. In her new role, she will drive people strategy across the APAC region, strengthen organizational culture, and ensure talent initiatives are closely aligned with business objectives. She will focus on workforce planning, leadership development, and employee engagement to […]

Read Story
EPF Wage Ceiling Hike 2026: PF Limit Likely to Jump to ₹21,000
EPFO

EPF Wage Ceiling Hike 2026: PF Limit Likely to Jump to ₹21,000

The Union Government is reportedly revisiting the proposal to raise the mandatory wage ceiling for the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF). Sources indicate that the current limit of ₹15,000 has remained unchanged since 2014. This figure could be increased to ₹21,000 or even ₹25,000 per month. This reform is expected to bring millions of additional formal sector […]

Read Story
KPMG to Cut 10% of US Audit Partners After Early Retirement Plan Falls Short
Layoffs

KPMG to Cut 10% of US Audit Partners After Early Retirement Plan Falls Short

Global accounting firm KPMG plans to cut nearly 10% of its audit partners in the United States of America (USA) after efforts to encourage early retirement did not work as expected. The move shows the pressure on firms to adjust their workforce based on current business needs. Retirement Plan Did Not Work KPMG had offered […]

Read Story
Accenture Scales Microsoft Copilot to 743,000 Employees
Industry

Accenture Scales Microsoft Copilot to 743,000 Employees

In the largest enterprise deployment of generative AI to date, Accenture has announced the global rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot to its entire workforce of 743,000 employees. This massive expansion follows a successful multi-phased pilot program and positions the professional services giant as a primary laboratory for AI-driven workforce transformation. Accenture Measured Gains in Speed and […]

Read Story