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Updated on: Aug 2026
The Standard India Appoints Neeti Khanka as Head – Human Resources
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The Standard India Appoints Neeti Khanka as Head – Human Resources

The Standard India, the India arm of US-based insurance, retirement and investment solutions provider, has appointed Neeti Khanka as Head – Human Resources as part of a broader leadership team announcement following the launch of its Bengaluru office earlier this year. In her new role, Neeti will lead The Standard India’s people strategy, focusing on […]

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Indian Army Offers 75-Day AI and Web Dev Internship, Stipend Up to ₹75,000
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Indian Army Offers 75-Day AI and Web Dev Internship, Stipend Up to ₹75,000

The Indian Army has invited applications for a 75-day internship focused on AI-enabled workflow automation, web application development, and digital transformation. The internship, offered under the Indian Army Internship Program (IAIP), will be conducted in Delhi and offers a stipend of up to ₹75,000 on successful completion. The internship will begin on September 1, 2026, […]

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Accenture to Buy IBM’s Majority Stake in UniCredit IT Joint Venture
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Accenture to Buy IBM’s Majority Stake in UniCredit IT Joint Venture

UniCredit, Accenture and IBM have entered into a long-term strategic partnership to build a new banking technology platform that will support UniCredit’s operations across its 13 European markets. The partnership aims to create a new technology operating model that combines the reliability of core banking systems with the flexibility of cloud, data and artificial intelligence […]

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Six-Week Virtual Internship in Data Analytics with AI: 1,000 positions
Internship

Six-Week Virtual Internship in Data Analytics with AI: 1,000 positions

To bridge the growing talent gap in emerging technologies, IBM SkillsBuild, in collaboration with CSRBOX, has opened applications for its free six-week virtual internship: Data Analytics with AI. The nationwide program offers 1,000 students from all academic disciplines across India the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in artificial intelligence applications, enterprise data analytics, and corporate […]

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Apple Partner Consolidated Appoints Rohith Kumar as CHRO
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Apple Partner Consolidated Appoints Rohith Kumar as CHRO

One of India’s leading Apple partners, Consolidated, has appointed Rohith Kumar as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). He assumed the role in July 2026 and will be based at the company’s headquarters in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. In his new role, Rohith leads Consolidated’s people strategy as the company continues to expand its operations as […]

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EPFO: No Change in Wage Ceiling, No New Higher Pension Window
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EPFO: No Change in Wage Ceiling, No New Higher Pension Window

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has clarified that the proposed EPF Scheme, 2026, does not reduce employees’ social security benefits and largely retains the key provisions of the existing provident fund framework. Addressing concerns raised by trade unions over the Social Security Code and the newly drafted EPFO schemes, EPFO Chief Executive Officer Ramesh […]

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Global Layoffs Reach Indian Shores: Will Severance Match the U.S.?
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Global Layoffs Reach Indian Shores: Will Severance Match the U.S.?

The latest wave of global workforce restructuring is increasingly affecting employees in India as multinational companies extend organisational changes to their engineering, technology, product and shared services teams. While India continues to be a key talent hub for global businesses, companies are changing the way they hire, manage and support employees in response to artificial […]

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India’s Salary Growth Map Is Changing—Tier-2 Cities Are Catching Up
Compensation

India’s Salary Growth Map Is Changing—Tier-2 Cities Are Catching Up

India’s salary landscape is undergoing a significant shift, with several Tier-2 cities emerging as strong contenders alongside traditional metro hubs. According to the TeamLease Jobs and Salaries Primer FY2026-27, salary growth is becoming more geographically balanced as manufacturing, industrial expansion, and enterprise investments gather pace across the country. The report surveyed 1,268 businesses across 23 […]

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Wipro Bets on Employee Ownership with 10.2 Lakh Stock Awards
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Wipro Bets on Employee Ownership with 10.2 Lakh Stock Awards

Wipro has granted a total of 10,21,882 stock awards under its employee stock ownership plan, comprising 9,11,458 American Depositary Shares (ADS) Restricted Stock Units (ADS RSUs) and 1,10,424 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). These equity-based awards are intended to recognize employee contributions and strengthen long-term retention by aligning employees’ interests with the company’s growth. The latest […]

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Labour Codes Are Redefining Salary Structures: Compliance Is Not Just About 50% Basic Pay
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Labour Codes Are Redefining Salary Structures: Compliance Is Not Just About 50% Basic Pay

Labour Codes are prompting organizations to rethink salary structures. Leading IT companies, including Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), are revising compensation components to balance compliance, payroll efficiency, cost optimization, and employee benefits. While Artificial Intelligence, skills transformation, and productivity dominate boardroom discussions, compensation design has emerged as one of the most significant HR priorities. Also Read: […]

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Saatvik Solar Appoints Arindam Chakraborty as Chief HR Officer
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Saatvik Solar Appoints Arindam Chakraborty as Chief HR Officer

Solar PV manufacturer Saatvik Solar has appointed Arindam Chakraborty as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) In his new role, Arindam Chakraborty will lead Saatvik Solar’s people strategy, driving talent acquisition, organisational development, leadership capability, workforce planning, employee experience, and culture to support the company’s expansion and long-term business growth. Extensive Experience Arindam Chakraborty […]

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L&T Wins ₹10,000-15,000 Crore NTPC Power Project, Set to Boost Employment
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L&T Wins ₹10,000-15,000 Crore NTPC Power Project, Set to Boost Employment

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has secured a Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) from NTPC Limited for the main plant package of the 1,600 MW (2×800 MW) Lara Stage-III Super Thermal Power Project in Chhattisgarh. The order has been awarded to L&T Energy CarbonLite Solutions, the company’s energy business, marking another major milestone in India’s power […]

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