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Updated on: May 2026
Microsoft and Amazon Pros Eyeing Indian Firms, but Toxic Culture Remains a Dealbreaker
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Microsoft and Amazon Pros Eyeing Indian Firms, but Toxic Culture Remains a Dealbreaker

A new shift is emerging in India’s tech landscape as employees from global giants like Microsoft and Amazon express a growing interest in homegrown companies. However, a significant hurdle remains: a deep-seated fear of toxic workplace environments. According to a recent survey of 1,205 professionals by the anonymous community app Blind, nearly half of India’s tech […]

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Ludhiana Beverages Appoints Mannat Gill as Chief HR Officer
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Ludhiana Beverages Appoints Mannat Gill as Chief HR Officer

Ludhiana Beverages has appointed Mannat Gill as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), a strategic move to bolster its people-centric growth. In this pivotal role, Gill will spearhead the company’s people strategy, leadership development, organizational design, and culture transformation initiatives. Her focus: building a future-ready workforce aligned with long-term business objectives. Extensive Experience With nearly […]

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AICTE Four-Month AI & ML Internship Program Open Until May 31
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AICTE Four-Month AI & ML Internship Program Open Until May 31

AICTE and CodeMore have announced a four-month full-time internship program in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), offering students and young professionals an opportunity to gain practical exposure to emerging technologies and real-world industry applications. The internship is open to candidates across India, and applications will remain open until May 31, 2026. The program […]

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Why Truecaller is Cutting Staff After India Revenue Dip
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Why Truecaller is Cutting Staff After India Revenue Dip

Truecaller, the popular caller identification and spam-blocking platform, has announced it will reduce its global workforce by approximately 70 employees. The decision comes as the Swedish company grapples with a significant revenue slowdown in India, its largest and most critical market. India Revenue Slump Triggers Truecaller Restructuring For years, India has been the primary growth engine […]

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BT Group Appoints Rashi Bhatla Chatrath as Chief People Officer, India
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BT Group Appoints Rashi Bhatla Chatrath as Chief People Officer, India

BT Group, a leading telecommunications and digital services company, has appointed Rashi Bhatla Chatrath as Head of People & Culture, India. In her new role, she will lead the people and culture agenda for the company’s India operations, overseeing talent strategy, leadership development, employee engagement, and organizational transformation initiatives. Extensive Experience Rashi brings close to […]

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AICTE launches Six-Month Paid Internship in Data Science, AI, ML
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AICTE launches Six-Month Paid Internship in Data Science, AI, ML

AICTE and Youngminds Technology Solutions Private Limited have started a six-month online internship program in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) for students in India. The program gives students practical work experience and exposure to current digital tools and methods. The internship began on April 28, 2026, and applications are open until […]

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Adani Group Announces 120,000 New Jobs for MP by 2030
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Adani Group Announces 120,000 New Jobs for MP by 2030

In a massive boost to Central India’s industrial landscape, the Adani Group has pledged to generate over 120,000 new jobs in Madhya Pradesh by the year 2030. Pranav Adani, Director of Adani Enterprises, reaffirmed this commitment during the inauguration of a major project in Guna, emphasizing the group’s long-term vision to transform the state into a multi-sectoral […]

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BPL Medical Technologies Appoints Rupini Raman as Head – HR
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BPL Medical Technologies Appoints Rupini Raman as Head – HR

BPL Medical Technologies, a leading medical equipment manufacturing company in India, has appointed Rupini Raman as Head – Human Resources. In her role, Raman will focus on attracting, integrating, and retaining talent capable of thriving in a technology-driven healthcare environment. She will also work closely with the leadership team to strengthen organizational culture, enhance capability […]

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US Proposes Substantial Wage Hike for H1-B Visa Holders
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US Proposes Substantial Wage Hike for H1-B Visa Holders

The United States government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to significantly increase the prevailing wage requirements for H1-B visa holders. This move, aimed at protecting domestic wages and ensuring that high-skilled foreign labor does not undercut American workers, marks one of the most substantial shifts in immigration policy in recent years. The Move Toward High-Skilled “Premium” Labor […]

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Sandoz Appoints Aarti A Kapoor as Head- People & Org Operations, Region Intl
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Sandoz Appoints Aarti A Kapoor as Head- People & Org Operations, Region Intl

Sandoz, a global leader in generic and biosimilar medicines, has appointed Aarti A Kapoor as Head of People & Organization Operations for Region International. In this role, she will oversee people operations, HR transformation initiatives, and service delivery functions, driving workforce efficiency and organizational excellence across the company’s international markets and regional operations worldwide. Extensive […]

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Cloudflare Layoffs: 1,100 Jobs Cut as Company Shifts Focus to AI
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Cloudflare Layoffs: 1,100 Jobs Cut as Company Shifts Focus to AI

Cloudflare, Inc., a leading provider of cloud security and connectivity solutions, has announced a significant workforce reduction, cutting approximately 1,100 jobs. The move signals a strategic pivot as the company prioritizes artificial intelligence (AI) integration and seeks to overhaul its underperforming sales operations. Cloudflare Restructuring for Performance and Efficiency The layoffs primarily impact Cloudflare’s sales and […]

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Why You Should Stop Buying Gold and Work From Home Now
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Why You Should Stop Buying Gold and Work From Home Now

In a significant address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a collective effort including work from home to stabilize the Indian economy as global oil prices reach record highs. Highlighting the severe impact of international supply chain disruptions, the Prime Minister urged citizens to adopt a “mission-mode” approach to conservation, suggesting […]

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