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Updated on: Jan 2026

Layoffs

Culver Max Entertainment India Trims Headcount by

Jan 10, 2026

UP Skill Revolution , Apprentices Placed in FY

Uttar Pradesh government has achieved a significant milestone in its mission to boost youth employab...

Internship

Jan 10, 2026

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Ubisoft Exits Halifax as Part of Global Cost-Cutting Drive

Ubisoft has officially announced the closure of its Halifax-based mobile studio, a move that results...

Industry

Jan 9, 2026

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Mahindra Mahindra Appoints Rohit Thakur Group CHRO

Mahindra amp Mahindra Ltd. MampM, one of Indias most diversified conglomerates, has announced...

Appointments

Jan 9, 2026

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Employment

AI/ML & Data Science Internship, Stipend ₹5,500, Apply by Jan 12

AICTE and ReIntenSpark Technology have announced a virtual internship in AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science. The program is open to candidates across India and runs for two months, starting January 7, 2026. It is a fully remote program focused on real use cases in AI and ML that match current industry needs. The internship […]

Jan 9, 2026

Labour Law

85% of Indians Face Work Calls During Medical Leave

A startling new report by global job site Indeed has revealed that 85% of Indian employees are regularly getting work calls by their employers during sick leave or public holidays. Despite 79% of employers claiming to support a healthier work-life balance, the reality on the ground highlights a pervasive “always-on” culture that leaves workers digitally […]

Jan 9, 2026

Appointments

SKF India Appoints Bhavna Panigrahi as CHRO, Automotive

SKF India Ltd has elevated Bhavna Panigrahi as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of SKF India, Automotive. In this role, she will oversee the entire gamut of Human Resources for SKF India Automotive. She will work closely with business leaders to support plans tied to growth and change. Sharing on LinkedIn, Bhavna thanked SKF India […]

Jan 9, 2026

Appointments

Kunvarji Group has Appointed Bhakti Rana as Group HR Head

Kunvarji Group, a diversified business conglomerate, has named Bhakti Rana as Group Head – Human Resources, effective December 2025. In this new role, she will lead people and HR work across all Kunvarji Group businesses. Bhakti will work on talent planning, organization growth, leadership development, and workplace culture to support the group’s long-term growth and […]

Jan 9, 2026

Work Model

Wix President Nir Zohar Mandates Office Return to Tackle AI

Wix.com, the global leader in website creation, has officially issued a mandatory return-to-office (RTO) order for its global workforce, marking a significant departure from its previous flexible work policies. The decision was communicated through an internal memo and subsequent public statements by Wix President and COO Nir Zohar, who emphasized that the rapid evolution of […]

Jan 9, 2026

Appointments

Patil Group Names Janardhanan Narayanaswamy as Group CHRO

Patil Group, India’s leading railway track solutions provider, has appointed Janardhanan Narayanaswamy as its new Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In his new role, Janardhanan will lead people and culture efforts across all businesses. His focus will be on building strong teams, developing leaders, and creating a work culture that supports the group’s expansion […]

Jan 9, 2026

Layoffs

Sun Pharma Advanced Research is Cutting 40% of its Workforce

Sun Pharma Advanced Research Company (SPARC), the clinical research arm of India’s largest drugmaker, has announced a sweeping restructuring plan that includes a 40% reduction in its global workforce. The decision marks a significant pivot for the drug discovery firm as it attempts to extend its cash runway and sharpen its focus on high-priority clinical […]

Jan 9, 2026

Industry

China’s Strategic Halt on Nvidia H200 AI Chips

In a significant escalation of the ongoing technological decoupling between the world’s two largest economies, the Chinese government has reportedly instructed its leading domestic technology firms to stop placing orders for Nvidia H200 chips. These high-end graphics processing units (GPUs) are currently the global gold standard for training and deploying large-scale artificial intelligence (AI) models. […]

Jan 9, 2026

Labour Law

Gratuity Settlements Now Finalized Upon First Retirement

The Union Government has issued a crucial clarification regarding the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, specifically addressing the eligibility of employees who are re-employed after having already claimed their full gratuity benefits. In a formal directive aimed at streamlining labor law interpretations across public and private sectors, the government stated that an employee who has […]

Jan 9, 2026

Hiring

Morgan Stanley Expands MD Tier to Capture 2026 M&A Surge

Morgan Stanley has officially unveiled its 2026 Managing Director (MD) promotion class, signaling a decisive shift in the bank’s long-term growth strategy. In a year defined by a resurgence in global deal-making and a fierce battle for wealth management dominance, the firm has significantly expanded its senior ranks with a surgical focus on “revenue-producing” roles. […]

Jan 8, 2026

Appointments

L&T Appoints Reena Vijayanand as Head – Talent Acquisition

Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a major Indian multinational conglomerate involved in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) projects, hi-tech manufacturing, and services, has appointed Reena Vijayanand as Head – Talent Acquisition. In her new role, Reena will lead L&T’s hiring approach. Her focus will be on building strong leadership and workforce skills to support long-term business goals. […]

Jan 8, 2026

Industry

TCS Uses Salary Freezes to Drive 100% Office Compliance

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services exporter, has reportedly taken its most stringent stance yet on office attendance by halting anniversary appraisals for employees who fail to comply with its Work-From-Office (WFO) mandate. This move marks a significant escalation in the company’s multi-year effort to transition its workforce back to a traditional office […]

Jan 8, 2026