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Updated on: Jun 2026

Compensation

Central Employees to Get th Pay Commission Arrears Up to Lakh

Jun 10, 2026

TCS to Match Human Staff Count with AI Workers

Tata Consultancy Services TCS, Indias largest IT services exporter, is preparing for a radical wo...

Industry

Jun 10, 2026

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Walmart Claims Human Workers Will Always Overrule Retail AI

Walmart Inc., the largest private-sector employer in the United States, has launched an aggressive i...

Industry

Jun 9, 2026

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IBM SkillsBuild Opens , AI Automation Virtual Internships

IBM SkillsBuild Internships Students aspiring to build careers in Artificial Intelligence AI, aut...

Internship

Jun 9, 2026

Appointments

Ralph Lauren Appoints Dr. Tathagat Varma as VP & Head- GCC, India

Ralph Lauren has appointed Dr. Tathagat Varma as Vice President and Head of its Global Capability Centre (GCC) in India. In his new role, Dr. Varma will lead Ralph Lauren’s India GCC, focusing on strengthening the company’s technology, innovation, and operational capabilities while supporting its global business objectives. Extensive Experience Before joining Ralph Lauren, Dr. […]

Jun 9, 2026

Industry

Apna Debuts Multilingual AI Interview Kiosks in Mumbai Supporting 25,000+ Job Roles

To bridge the employment readiness gap for early-career professionals, tech platform Apna has launched India’s very first AI Interview Prep Lounge. Located at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Kaushalya Vikas Kendra (ABVKVK) in Kandivali East, Mumbai, the advanced facility was officially inaugurated by Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Union Minister of Commerce & Industry. The initiative is […]

Jun 9, 2026

Appointments

Accenture Appoints Rakhi Madaan as Managing Director

Accenture has promoted Rakhi Madaan to Managing Director, recognizing her leadership contributions after serving as Associate Director. With over 25 years of industry experience, Rakhi has been associated with Accenture for nearly 15 years and has built an impressive leadership journey across technology, software engineering, enterprise delivery, and digital transformation. Before elevation, she served as […]

Jun 9, 2026

Employment

US Lawmakers Introduce Bill to End H-1B Visa Abuse

In a bid to protect American white-collar jobs, hardline Republican lawmakers in the U.S. Congress have introduced a sweeping legislative framework to overhaul the H-1B visa program. Spearheaded by Representative Chip Roy (R-TX), the “American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act of 2026” targets systemic loopholes used by tech corporations to prioritize cheaper foreign labor over domestic STEM […]

Jun 9, 2026

Appointments

SHL Appoints Paramita C. as Chief People Officer

SHL, a leading global talent assessment and people insights company, has appointed Paramita C. as its Chief People Officer. Based in London, Paramita will, in her new role, oversee SHL’s global people agenda, driving talent, leadership, culture, and workforce transformation. Extensive Experience Paramita brings more than two decades of experience in human resources, talent development, […]

Jun 9, 2026

Industry

Infosys Will Redeploy Staff as AI Tools Boost Coding Speed

India’s second-largest IT services exporter, Infosys, has firmly ruled out workforce reductions as artificial intelligence reshapes the global technology landscape. Amid widespread concern over automation-led job displacement, Chief Executive Officer Salil Parekh and Non-Executive Chairman Nandan Nilekani confirmed the company will redirect AI-driven productivity gains toward corporate expansion and aggressive employee reskilling. Infosys Preparing Talent […]

Jun 9, 2026

Layoffs

Uber Fires 23% of HR and Recruiting Team After Overhauling Corporate Structure

Ride-hailing giant Uber Technologies Inc. has announced a significant restructuring, cutting 23% of the workforce within its People and Places division. The department, which oversees human resources, global recruitment, workplace facilities, and corporate culture, is undergoing a sweeping reduction to eliminate administrative complexities and streamline operations. Uber Streamlining Under New Leadership The targeted layoffs represent one […]

Jun 9, 2026

Hiring

Eastman Impex Prioritizes Local Talent and Female Hiring

Leading automotive components and industrial manufacturer Eastman Impex has unveiled a robust, multi-year expansion strategy. The Ludhiana-headquartered firm intends to scale its financial footprint to achieve a revenue target of ₹1,200 crore by 2029, up from its current turnover of approximately ₹700 crore. As a prelude to a planned Initial Public Offering (IPO) by 2030, […]

Jun 8, 2026

Industry

TCS Secures Mega Multi-Million Euro AI Infrastructure Mandate

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has secured a multiyear, multi-million euro technology transformation mandate from Canada Life, a leading global life and pensions insurer. Announced on June 8, 2026, the strategic agreement focuses on modernizing Canada Life’s IT infrastructure operations across its core European businesses using artificial intelligence and digital capabilities. Overhauling Core IT Infrastructure Under […]

Jun 8, 2026

ESIC

ESIC Opens Online Applications for 783 Ward of IP Medical and Nursing Quota Seats

In a major welfare initiative for India’s workforce, the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment has officially commenced admissions for the 2026–27 academic session. This year, the corporation has earmarked a total of 783 seats under its flagship “Ward of Insured Person” (Ward of IP) quota. The program offers […]

Jun 8, 2026

Internship

Top 10 Full-Time Paid Internships on AICTE Portal, Apply ASAP

AICTE Internships continues to be one of India’s largest internship ecosystems, connecting students with verified employers, startups, research organisations, and government institutions. The platform has recorded over 4.7 crore student registrations and facilitated more than 32 lakh completed internships, making it a significant bridge between academia and industry. For students looking to gain practical experience […]

Jun 8, 2026

Appointments

Dabur Research Foundation Appoints Priyanka Gaur as Head – HR

Dabur Research Foundation (DRF) has appointed Priyanka Gaur as its new Head of Human Resources. Based in Ghaziabad, she assumed the role in June 2026 and will lead the organization’s people strategy, talent management, culture-building, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness initiatives. Extensive Experience Priyanka brings more than 24 years of professional experience spanning human resources, […]

Jun 8, 2026