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Updated on: Mar 2026
Are You Getting a Raise? Salesforce Limits 2026 Salary Increases to Mid-Level Staff
Compensation

Are You Getting a Raise? Salesforce Limits 2026 Salary Increases to Mid-Level Staff

Salesforce has joined a growing list of Big Tech firms overhauling their compensation models, confirming it will skip base salary hikes for senior staff this year. In an internal memo issued in late March 2026, the CRM leader announced that merit-based raises will be reserved exclusively for employees at the Senior Manager level (Grade 8) and […]

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ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Appoints Amit Harlalka as CEO
Appointments

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Appoints Amit Harlalka as CEO

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has named Amit Harlalka as its new Chief Executive Officer. He will take charge on July 1, 2026, replacing Dilip Oommen, who will retire on June 30 after many years with the company. Oommen has been with the company for over 20 years, including seven years as CEO. He […]

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Nokia Renews Leadership Model in India; Announces New Country Leaders
Appointments

Nokia Renews Leadership Model in India; Announces New Country Leaders

Nokia has announced a significant restructuring of its leadership in India, appointing Samar Mittal as India Country Business Leader and Vibha Mehra as India Country Manager. Effective April 1, 2026, this renewed model is designed to sharpen Nokia’s business focus and strengthen its presence in one of the world’s most dynamic technology markets. Driving Business Strategy and AI Integration […]

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Infosys to Acquire Stratus; Healthcare and Insurance Jobs Shift
Merger & Acquisition

Infosys to Acquire Stratus; Healthcare and Insurance Jobs Shift

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services provider, has announced a major inorganic growth push by entering into definitive agreements to acquire two U.S.-based firms for a combined value of $560 million. On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, the company confirmed the acquisition of healthcare digital transformation leader Optimum Healthcare IT for $465 million and insurance technology specialist Stratus for $95 million. […]

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Two-Month AI & Data Science Internship, Apply by 16 April
Internship

Two-Month AI & Data Science Internship, Apply by 16 April

AICTE and Altruisty have announced a two-month full-time Internship in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science, offering a valuable opportunity for students and aspiring professionals across India to build practical skills in emerging technologies. The internship is set to begin immediately and will run for a duration of two months. While the program does not […]

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Garware Hi-Tech Films Ltd Appoints Nandu Shinde as GM – HR
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Garware Hi-Tech Films Ltd Appoints Nandu Shinde as GM – HR

Garware Hi-Tech Films Ltd., a manufacturer of polyester (BOPET) and high-performance films, has appointed Nandu Shinde as General Manager – Human Resources. In his new role, Nandu will partner closely with business and plant leadership teams across the Western Region to strengthen leadership capability, talent development, employee relations, and engagement, ensuring alignment between people strategy […]

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Samsung Joins National Energy-Saving Drive Starting Thursday
Industry

Samsung Joins National Energy-Saving Drive Starting Thursday

South Korea’s leading conglomerates, including Samsung Electronics and SK Group, have initiated urgent energy-conservation measures following a government call to action. On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, the companies issued internal notices urging employees to reduce private car usage and adhere to strict fuel-saving protocols in response to escalating energy supply risks linked to Middle Eastern […]

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InvoiceCloud Accelerates Global Innovation with 150 New Hires at Hyderabad Hub
Hiring

InvoiceCloud Accelerates Global Innovation with 150 New Hires at Hyderabad Hub

In a move that solidifies India’s position as a critical node in the global fintech landscape, digital billing and payment provider InvoiceCloud announced on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, plans to hire 150 technology and product professionals. The recruitment drive targets the company’s Innovation Hub in Hyderabad, with all positions expected to be filled by the […]

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Crowe Capability Center Appoints Alpa Arora as Head- Talent Acquisition, India
Appointments

Crowe Capability Center Appoints Alpa Arora as Head- Talent Acquisition, India

Crowe Capability Center India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Crowe LLP (USA), has appointed Alpa Arora as Head – Talent Acquisition. In her new role as India Talent Acquisition Leader, she will spearhead strategic hiring initiatives to attract and retain top talent nationwide. She will strengthen operations in Noida and Hyderabad by aligning recruitment with […]

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Meta Launches Aggressive Retention Plan for Top Senior Leaders
Compensation

Meta Launches Aggressive Retention Plan for Top Senior Leaders

Meta Platforms has introduced a high-stakes compensation overhaul for its senior leadership, offering stock options for the first time in the company’s history. According to SEC filings released on March 24, 2026, the move is a strategic “big bet” designed to retain top talent and incentivize explosive growth as the social media giant accelerates its […]

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Is Your City Next? Cognizant Shifting 25,000 New Jobs to India’s Tier-2 Hubs
Industry

Is Your City Next? Cognizant Shifting 25,000 New Jobs to India’s Tier-2 Hubs

In a significant recalibration of its Indian operations, IT major Cognizant has seen its headcount in Tamil Nadu decline by approximately 10,000 employees over the past year. The workforce at its primary delivery centers in the state dropped from 81,000 to roughly 71,000, signaling a strategic pivot away from high-cost metropolitan hubs toward emerging “Tier-2” […]

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Samsung Electronics and Unions to Resume Critical Talks to Avert Mega-Strike
Industry

Samsung Electronics and Unions to Resume Critical Talks to Avert Mega-Strike

In a significant de-escalation of labor tensions, Samsung Electronics management and a coalition of its labor unions agreed on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, to return to the bargaining table. The decision follows a high-stakes meeting between union leaders and Vice Chairman Jun Young-hyun, head of the company’s crucial chip division, aimed at preventing a massive […]

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