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Updated on: Apr 2026
Health Prime Appoints Nidhi Bajaj as VP – HR from Concentrix
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Health Prime Appoints Nidhi Bajaj as VP – HR from Concentrix

Health Prime, a leading healthcare revenue cycle solutions provider, has appointed Nidhi Bajaj as Vice President – Human Resources, India. Based in Vadodara, she will lead the company’s people strategy, focusing on improving the employee experience, building stronger teams, and creating a positive work culture for India Business. Her work will aim to support employee […]

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Deloitte Reduces Parental Leave to 8 Weeks; Cuts PTO Benefits
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Deloitte Reduces Parental Leave to 8 Weeks; Cuts PTO Benefits

Deloitte, one of the “Big Four” professional services firms, has announced a significant restructuring of its employee benefits program. The most notable changes include a drastic reduction in paid parental leave and a tightening of Paid Time Off (PTO) policies. The move comes as the consulting giant looks to balance competitive compensation with shifting economic […]

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New Salary Structure Rules Mandate 50% Basic Pay
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New Salary Structure Rules Mandate 50% Basic Pay

The landscape of Indian corporate payroll, basic pay, is undergoing a seismic shift with the implementation of the new Labour Codes, effective April 1, 2026. Central to this reform is a revised definition of “wages,” which mandates that an employee’s basic salary must constitute at least 50% of the total Cost to Company (CTC). This regulation aims […]

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Svarn Group Appoints Deepak Kumar Sharma as VP- HR
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Svarn Group Appoints Deepak Kumar Sharma as VP- HR

Svarn Group has appointed Deepak Kumar Sharma as Vice President – Human Resources, Experience, starting March 2026. In this role, he will lead the company’s people plans, with a focus on employee experience, talent growth, and the use of digital tools in HR across the business. Extensive Experience Deepak brings close to 20 years of […]

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Nagarro Appoints Prateek Aggarwal as Chief Financial Officer
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Nagarro Appoints Prateek Aggarwal as Chief Financial Officer

Nagarro SE has appointed Prateek Aggarwal as its new Chief Financial Officer and a member of the Management Board, starting May 1, 2026. His first term will run for three years. The company has also set up a dedicated CFO role to support its global growth, improve governance, and build stronger ties with international investors. […]

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Meta is Cutting 8,000 More Positions by Next Month
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Meta is Cutting 8,000 More Positions by Next Month

Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is reportedly preparing for a significant workforce reduction, with plans to lay off approximately 8,000 employees by next month. This potential move signals a continuation of CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s “Year of Efficiency,” as the tech giant seeks to further streamline operations and pivot resources […]

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TCS Breaks Silence: Fresh Statement Issued on ‘Conversion Case’
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TCS Breaks Silence: Fresh Statement Issued on ‘Conversion Case’

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services provider, has released a fresh statement addressing reports that it allegedly ignored internal complaints regarding a controversial “conversion case.” The company has firmly denied claims of administrative negligence. It asserts that it maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward unethical practices and remains committed to a robust whistleblower framework. […]

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Cabinet Approves 2% DA Hike for Central Government Staff
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Cabinet Approves 2% DA Hike for Central Government Staff

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has officially approved a 2% DA hike for central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners. This revision, effective retrospectively from January 1, 2026, brings the total allowance to 60% of basic pay, providing much-needed relief against inflationary pressures. DA Hike Impact on Beneficiaries and the Exchequer The decision […]

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Rustomjee Appoints Salil Chinchore as Group CHRO
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Rustomjee Appoints Salil Chinchore as Group CHRO

Rustomjee, a prominent real estate developer and builder, has appointed Salil Chinchore as its Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In this role, he will lead the company’s HR plans, with a focus on talent growth, strong teams, and building a workforce ready for future needs as the company expands. Extensive Experience Salil has more […]

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DRDO, DLRL Hyderabad Opens Paid Engineering Internships
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DRDO, DLRL Hyderabad Opens Paid Engineering Internships

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), under the Ministry of Defence, has invited applications for a paid internship programme at its premier lab, the Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL), Hyderabad. The opportunity is aimed at final-year B.E./B.Tech students for the academic year 2026–27, offering hands-on exposure to defence electronics and advanced research. Last date […]

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WNS, Part of Capgemini Appoints Thomas Joseph as Chief People Officer
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WNS, Part of Capgemini Appoints Thomas Joseph as Chief People Officer

WNS, part of Capgemini, a global Agentic AI-powered intelligent operations and transformation company, has appointed Thomas Joseph as Chief People Officer. Joseph took charge in March 2026 and now leads the full people and talent agenda for more than 66,000 employees across 65 locations in Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, and Latin America. His new […]

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Honeywell Appoints Amit Tantia as CFO for APAC & India
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Honeywell Appoints Amit Tantia as CFO for APAC & India

Honeywell has appointed Amit Tantia as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Asia-Pacific and India for its Process Automation business. Effective March 2026. Based in Pune, in this position, Tantia will lead financial planning, reporting, and operations across APAC and India. He will support business growth and ensure strong financial discipline across the region. The Process […]

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