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Updated on: Oct 2025

Appointments

Garima Singh Joins Coforge as Deputy Chief People Officer

Oct 9, 2025

Leadership Equality at Risk as AI Perceived as Masculine

A new global study by the Capgemini Research Institute has raised concerns that gender bias in perce...

Survey & Report

Oct 9, 2025

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Zepto Appoints Sneha Arora as Chief Human Resources Officer

Zepto appoints Sneha Arora as its Chief Human Resources Officer CHRO, reinforcing the companys fo...

Appointments

Oct 8, 2025

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Citigroup Mandates AI Prompt Training for , Employees

Citigroup has launched a mandatory AI training program for , employees worldwide, aimed at imp...

Technology

Oct 8, 2025

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Social Media

Corporate Diwali Party Turns Controversial Over Forced Payments

A viral Reddit post has sparked widespread criticism of an unnamed Indian company that asked employees to contribute ₹1,200 each for a mandatory Diwali party. The incident has ignited debate over workplace culture, professionalism, and employee rights, with many calling the move tone-deaf and embarrassing. Diwali Party WhatsApp Message Triggers Outrage The controversy began when […]

Oct 8, 2025

Industry

TCS Cancels Q2 Press Conference Scheduled for October 9

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced the cancellation of its scheduled post-earnings press conference for the second quarter of FY26, originally set for October 9, 2025. The decision coincides with the first death anniversary of Ratan Tata, the former chairman of Tata Sons and a revered figure in Indian industry. While the press briefing has […]

Oct 8, 2025

Layoffs

Accenture Cuts Jobs, Invests in AI-Led Transformation

Accenture has spent approximately $2.3 billion over the past three years on a sweeping business optimization initiative, with a significant portion directed toward employee severance. The restructuring reflects a strategic shift toward AI-driven service delivery and a rebalancing of its global workforce. Breakdown of the $2.3 Billion Spend According to regulatory filings and company statements, […]

Oct 8, 2025

Employment

AICTE Offers HR Internship, Stipend 10000/month, Apply by Oct 10

AICTE and Pragyashal Cloud Solutions have announced an exciting opportunity for aspiring HR professionals with the launch of their HR Internship program. The full-time HR internship, based in Bangalore, is designed to provide hands-on experience in recruitment and talent acquisition. Deadline: Applications are open until October 10, 2025, with immediate joining available. The internship spans […]

Oct 8, 2025

Hiring

Nagarro to Hire 1,000 Tech Professionals in India Over 18 Months

Global digital engineering firm Nagarro has announced plans to expand its India workforce by 1,000 professionals over the next 12 to 18 months. The hiring drive aims to strengthen its capabilities across key hubs—Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune—despite ongoing challenges in talent availability and global economic uncertainty. Expansion Targets Key Tech Hubs Nagarro currently employs around […]

Oct 8, 2025

Technology

Deloitte to Refund Australian Government Over AI Errors

Deloitte Australia has agreed to partially refund the federal government after a commissioned report was found to contain multiple inaccuracies, many of which appear to have been generated by artificial intelligence. The incident has sparked broader concerns about the use of generative AI in public sector consulting and the need for stronger oversight. Background: A […]

Oct 8, 2025

Layoffs

SAP and Novo Nordisk Job Cuts Impact India Workforce

Global workforce reductions announced by SAP and Novo Nordisk have begun to affect employees in India, particularly in Bengaluru, where both companies maintain significant operations. The layoffs are part of broader strategic shifts driven by technological transformation and cost optimization. SAP Restructures Amid AI and Cloud Transition German software giant SAP has initiated layoffs in […]

Oct 7, 2025

Employment

Employee Monitoring in Remote Work Sparks Ongoing Debate

A viral incident involving a remote employee has reignited global conversations around digital surveillance, workplace autonomy, and the ethical boundaries of employee monitoring. As remote and hybrid work models become more entrenched, companies are increasingly relying on monitoring tools to track productivity—raising concerns about privacy, trust, and long-term employee engagement. Viral Post Highlights Employee Monitoring […]

Oct 7, 2025

Layoffs

SMA Solar to Cut 350 Jobs Globally Amid Market Pressures

German solar inverter manufacturer SMA Solar Technology AG has announced plans to reduce its global workforce by 350 positions by the end of 2026. The decision is part of an expanded restructuring and transformation programme aimed at addressing weak market conditions and intense price competition in the residential and commercial solar sectors. SMA Solar Job […]

Oct 7, 2025

Layoffs

Renault Considers 3,000 Job Cuts in Global Restructuring

French automaker Renault is considering a global workforce reduction of approximately 3,000 jobs, primarily targeting support functions, as part of a broader cost-optimization strategy. The move reflects mounting financial pressures and intensifying competition in the automotive sector. Renault Voluntary Redundancy Scheme Under “Arrow” Plan Renault’s proposed job cuts are part of an internal restructuring initiative […]

Oct 7, 2025

Appointments

Heritage Foods Appoints Amit Shetty as Chief HR Officer

Heritage Foods Limited appoints Amit Shetty as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Amit brings with him extensive experience in spearheading human resources functions across dynamic and challenging business environments, with a proven track record of driving organizational excellence through people-centric strategies. A Strategic HR Leader with Proven Impact With a career spanning leading […]

Oct 7, 2025

Appointments

GlobalLogic Elevates Rajesh Raii as SVP- People, APAC

GlobalLogic has announced the elevation of Rajesh Raii to Senior Vice President- People, APAC, marking a strategic move to reinforce its commitment to a “People First” experience within its broader “AI First” framework. In his new role, Rajesh will spearhead the company’s people strategy across the Asia-Pacific region and globally, focusing on employee engagement, next-generation […]

Oct 7, 2025