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Updated on: Jun 2026
Walmart Claims Human Workers Will Always Overrule Retail AI
Industry

Walmart Claims Human Workers Will Always Overrule Retail AI

Jun 9, 2026

Why Walmart Shareholders Blocked an AI Employee Impact Report

At its annual shareholder meeting, Walmart Inc. investors overwhelmingly rejected a proxy proposal t...

Industry
Jun 6, 2026
Why Walmart Shareholders Blocked an AI Employee Impact Report

Garware Fulflex Group appoints Deo Kumar Pandey as VP Global CHRO

Garware Fulflex Group has announced the appointment of Deo Kumar Pandey as Vice President and Global...

Appointments
Jan 19, 2026
Garware Fulflex Group appoints Deo Kumar Pandey as VP Global CHRO

Crocs India ropes in Marks Spencers Mukta Nakra as Head- HR

Mukta Nakra joins Crocs India, the Indian subsidiary of the global footwear brand Crocs, as Head ...

Appointments
Dec 12, 2025
Crocs India ropes in Marks Spencers Mukta Nakra as Head- HR
Walmart Pauses H-1B Hiring Amid $100,000 Visa Fee Rule
Hiring

Walmart Pauses H-1B Hiring Amid $100,000 Visa Fee Rule

Walmart Inc., the largest private employer in the United States, has paused job offers to candidates requiring H-1B work visas in response to a new federal policy that imposes a $100,000 fee on each new H-1B visa application. The decision, first reported by Bloomberg and confirmed by multiple sources, reflects growing caution among U.S. corporations […]

Oct 22, 2025
Walmart HR Chief Uses ChatGPT to Identify Leadership Talent
Hiring

Walmart HR Chief Uses ChatGPT to Identify Leadership Talent

Walmart Chief People Officer, Donna Morris, has revealed that she uses artificial intelligence tools—including ChatGPT and Perplexity—to help identify potential candidates for senior leadership roles. Speaking to Business Insider and other outlets, Donna described how these tools offer speed, insight, and surprising accuracy when initiating searches for positions such as HR and technology executives. “You’ll […]

Sep 20, 2025
Walmart Makes 10% Employee Grocery Discount Permanent
Industry

Walmart Makes 10% Employee Grocery Discount Permanent

Walmart has broadened its long-running employee discount so that most grocery items now qualify for 10% off all year, not just during the holidays. The perk—one of the most requested by associates—takes effect immediately and covers categories such as dairy, meat, seafood and dry groceries, both in stores and online. Previously, the 10% discount applied […]

Aug 16, 2025
Walmart HR Chief Warns: Negativity Is a Career Red Flag
Employment

Walmart HR Chief Warns: Negativity Is a Career Red Flag

In a recent interview with CNBC Make It, Donna Morris, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Walmart, delivered a blunt message to professionals navigating today’s competitive job market: negativity is a major red flag. Her comments, which have since gained traction across professional circles, emphasize the importance of solution-oriented thinking and collaborative behavior […]

Aug 6, 2025
Walmart to Create Hundreds of New Jobs in US and India
Hiring

Walmart to Create Hundreds of New Jobs in US and India

Retail giant Walmart has announced plans to introduce several hundred new roles across the United States and India, following a recent global restructuring effort. This move comes after the company laid off approximately 1,500 employees across its technology, e-commerce fulfillment, and advertising divisions. The newly created positions will be open to affected employees, offering them […]

May 29, 2025
Walmart Summons Employees for In-Person Layoff Meetings
Layoffs

Walmart Summons Employees for In-Person Layoff Meetings

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has reportedly begun summoning employees to its offices for in-person termination meetings, raising concerns over workplace ethics and employee well-being. The layoffs, which primarily affect corporate and technology teams, are part of Walmart’s broader restructuring strategy aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs. A viral LinkedIn post by a Bengaluru-based […]

May 26, 2025
H1B Debate Heats Up as Walmart Slashes 1,500 Jobs
Layoffs

H1B Debate Heats Up as Walmart Slashes 1,500 Jobs

Retail giant Walmart has announced plans to eliminate 1,500 corporate jobs in the United States as part of a cost-cutting and organizational restructuring effort. The layoffs, which will impact employees at Walmart’s headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas, as well as staff in other US office locations, have sparked renewed debate over the H1B visa program and […]

May 22, 2025
Walmart to Consolidate Offices, Cut Jobs Across U.S.
Industry

Walmart to Consolidate Offices, Cut Jobs Across U.S.

Walmart Inc., the largest private employer in the United States, has announced plans to cut hundreds of jobs and relocate employees to its main offices in Arkansas and California. The decision to cut jobs and relocate employees comes as Walmart aims to put key capabilities together, encouraging speed and shared understanding. Chief People Officer Donna […]

Feb 7, 2025
Walmart Faces Complaints Over Dunzo Founder’s Role at Flipkart
Appointments

Walmart Faces Complaints Over Dunzo Founder’s Role at Flipkart

Walmart is currently under scrutiny following a complaint letter from former Dunzo employees. The letter concerns the appointment of Dunzo founder Kabeer Biswas as the head of Flipkart’s quick-commerce division, Flipkart Minutes. Kabeer Biswas, who co-founded Dunzo in 2014, recently joined Flipkart to lead its newly launched quick-commerce segment. However, his appointment has raised concerns […]

Jan 22, 2025