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Updated on: Oct 2025

Layoffs

Meta Layoffs Internal Email Reveals Tone and Details

Oct 29, 2025

Nano GCCs in India Grow Faster Than Traditional Centres

Indias Global Capability Centre GCC ecosystem is undergoing a transformation, with Nano GCCslean...

Industry

Oct 29, 2025

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Amazon to Cut Up to , Jobs in India

Amazon is expected to lay off between and , corporate employees in India as part of a global...

Layoffs

Oct 29, 2025

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KPMG Appoints Geeta Verma as Director Talent Acquisition

KPMG India has appointed Geeta Verma as Director Talent Acquisition, reinforcing its commitment to...

Appointments

Oct 28, 2025

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Technology

OpenAI Launches Free ChatGPT Go Access in India for One Year

OpenAI has announced a major promotional initiative offering one year of free access to ChatGPT Go for users in India, beginning November 4, 2025. The offer is available to all Indian users who sign up during a limited-time promotional period and marks a strategic move to expand the company’s footprint in one of its fastest-growing […]

Oct 28, 2025

EPFO

Cabinet Clears 8th Pay Commission Terms, Report in 18 Months

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has officially approved the Terms of Reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC), setting in motion a process that will impact the pay structure of more than 11 million central government employees and pensioners across India. The newly constituted panel is expected to submit its […]

Oct 28, 2025

Employment

Virtual Internship in Python & Java Pan India | Apply by Nov 1

AICTE Internship and VaultofCodes has introduced a virtual internship opportunity for students across India, offering practical exposure in Python and Java programming. The two-month internship, starting immediately, aims to empower learners with real-world coding experience, problem-solving abilities, and professional skills. Participants will work on hands-on projects guided by expert mentors, gaining exposure to Python, Java, […]

Oct 28, 2025

Appointments

Mahindra Holidays Appoints Ghanashyam Hegdekatte as CHRO

Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Limited (MHRIL) has appointed Ghanashyam Hegdekatte as its new Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), effective October 14, 2025. This strategic leadership move marks a new chapter in Ghanashyam’s longstanding career with the Mahindra Group, where he has spent over 14 years in various transformative HR roles. His appointment reflects MHRIL’s […]

Oct 28, 2025

Appointments

AuthBridge Appoints Neeraj Taneja as President – India Sales

AuthBridge, India’s leading authentication technology company, has announced the appointment of Neeraj Taneja as President – India Sales. In this role, Neeraj will spearhead AuthBridge’s India growth strategy, driving business expansion, strengthening client partnerships, and reinforcing the company’s market leadership nationwide. With over three decades of leadership experience across supply chain, entrepreneurship, and banking, Neeraj […]

Oct 28, 2025

Training

The Leela Opens Applications for LLDP – Class of 2027

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has officially opened applications for the Leela Leadership Development Programme (LLDP) – Class of 2027, continuing its commitment to nurturing future leaders in Indian luxury hospitality. Launched in 2022, LLDP is a structured 15-month initiative designed to develop high-potential talent through a blend of academic learning, global exposure, and […]

Oct 28, 2025

Layoffs

Up to 30,000 Corporate Roles Face Elimination at Amazon

Amazon is preparing to cut as many as 30,000 corporate jobs, marking its largest round of layoffs since the company eliminated approximately 27,000 positions in late 2022. The decision, which is expected to begin implementation this week, reflects Amazon’s ongoing efforts to reduce expenses and adjust its workforce following aggressive hiring during the pandemic boom. […]

Oct 28, 2025

Employment

Microsoft Teams to Auto-Track Location via Wi-Fi—Is It Too Much?

Microsoft Teams is set to roll out a new feature in December 2025 that will automatically detect when employees are present in the office by monitoring their connection to the organization’s Wi-Fi network. While the company positions this update as a productivity enhancement for hybrid workforces, the move has sparked widespread debate over workplace privacy […]

Oct 27, 2025

Appointments

BMC Helix Appoints Sakaar Anand as Chief People Officer

BMC Helix has appointed Sakaar Anand as its new Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer, marking a significant leadership move as the company deepens its focus on global workforce transformation and AI-driven innovation. Sakaar, a seasoned HR professional with over 25 years of experience, steps into the role with a mandate to strengthen BMC […]

Oct 27, 2025

Appointments

Sanjay Sharma Takes on Additional Role as CHRO at Dr. Reddy’s

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has announced that Sanjay Sharma, Global Head of Operations and a member of the Company’s Senior Management, has been entrusted with additional responsibilities of the CHRO’s office, effective December 1, 2025. This move comes following the resignation of Archana Bhaskar, CHRO, effective from November 30, 2025 With over 28 years of experience, […]

Oct 27, 2025

Employment

IBM Invites Applications for Its 2026 Internship Program

IBM has opened applications for its IBM 2026 Internship Program, providing a gateway to cutting-edge experience for students and fresh graduates eager to launch careers in technology, sales, research, and consulting. This intake covers a wide spectrum of roles—such as Innovation Designer, AI/Cloud Engineer, Software Developer, Research Intern, Customer Success Manager, and Federal Consulting Intern—across […]

Oct 27, 2025

Layoffs

Google Layoffs Middle Management in Ad Sales and Small Teams

Google has initiated a major restructuring of its management hierarchy, eliminating over one-third of its managerial roles across key divisions. The move, which began in August 2025 and continues into early 2026, is part of CEO Sundar Pichai’s broader strategy to streamline operations, reduce bureaucracy, and improve decision-making speed as the company intensifies its focus […]

Oct 27, 2025