Used-cars platform Cars24 is set to lay off 120 employees as part of a fresh restructuring exercise aimed at streamlining its operations. The layoffs follow a previous round in April when the Delhi NCR–based company let go around 200 employees. This time, the cuts are said to be more focused on non-core business units. However, in a statement sent to Inc42, a Cars24Cars24 spokesperson clarified and said, “No layoffs are taking place at present. Our priority remains long-term growth and building with intent.” One of the major changes involves the complete shutdown of Inspare, the company’s B2B vehicle-spare-parts venture. Inspare…
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A workplace dispute has triggered a storm of criticism online after a manager allegedly pressured an employee to work on her approved day off and threatened to reduce her bonus for refusing. The incident came to light through a viral social-media post that included screenshots of their exchange, now drawing widespread attention for what many are calling a clear abuse of authority. The controversy began when the manager asked the employee to step in for a presentation after another team member called in absent. The employee politely declined, citing prior plans with her children and a sanctioned day off. Despite…
The Government of Telangana has introduced an insurance scheme worth Rs 1 crore for the employees of the Electricity Department of the state. The scheme was announced by Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka, who handed over a cheque for one crore to the family of an electricity worker who had died while on duty. In addition to the insurance amount, the wife of the deceased employee was given a job in the Electricity Department, on compassionate grounds. The move is a way of offering security to workers in the Department. It is reported that there would be some good news for…
MicKinsey, the global consulting firm, has trimmed its workforce by about 10 per cent. The company had hired in big numbers during the pandemic and had over 45,000 employees by the end of 2023. Now, this number has been reduced to about 40,000 post job cuts spread over the past year and a half. This is reportedly the largest downsizing exercise the consulting firm has ever undertaken. Why? Because it has been facing slow growth in terms of revenue post the boom it had witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic. During that boom it had expanded its workforce by almost two-thirds.…
Aurigo Software, a company that provides capital planning and construction management software for infrastructure and facility owners, has appointed Dr Sunil Kumar Vuppala as vice president of AI Labs. This role will require Vuppala to lead the company’s global artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, as well as its research and development initiatives. An alumnus of Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee and IIM-Ahmedabad, Vuppala completed a PhD in information technology from International Institute of Information Technology, Bangalore. He also has a master’s degree in Business Law from National Law School of India University. In the initial years of his career, Sunil Kumar…
The Government of Goa has made participation in International Yoga Day on 21 June mandatory for all employees across government departments, semi-government bodies, and public-sector corporations. What was once a voluntary activity is now compulsory, reflecting a broader effort to integrate wellness into the workplace. The initiative is part of a broader plan to encourage healthy practices and improve productivity among public-sector workers. Starting 1 June, daily yoga sessions are scheduled to take place within all government and semi-government departments. The government expects 100 per cent attendance from staff members. Employees unable to attend official sessions must participate in alternate…
Flipkart is preparing for a major expansion in 2025 with plans to hire 5,000 new employees. The recruitment drive is aimed at strengthening two of the company’s fastest-growing verticals—quick commerce and fintech—while deepening investments in artificial intelligence to drive future innovation. A significant share of these new roles will support Flipkart Minutes, the company’s hyperlocal delivery service, and Super.money, its digital financial-services platform. The hiring surge reflects Flipkart’s strategy to scale operations and compete more aggressively with players such as Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart in the ultra-fast delivery market. The company is also working to improve its position in…
A former contractual worker at Zepto has accused the quick-commerce startup of fostering a toxic work environment marked by abusive management, long hours, and a lack of basic employee support. The claims, detailed in a viral Reddit post, have reignited public concern about the company’s internal practices and treatment of staff. The individual, a BTech graduate, was hired through a third-party vendor, making them ineligible for on-roll employee benefits. As a result, they reportedly had no access to Zepto’s HR team or any formal complaint system. The post highlighted the troubles of a contractual worker at the company, where employees…
Wipro Enterprises has permanently shut down one of its manufacturing units in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh, leading to widespread layoffs. The decision, announced on 24 May 2025, follows nearly six months of continuous labour unrest and a workers’ strike that began in December 2024. The shutdown has left about 80 employees without jobs. Workers were reportedly turned away from the factory gates on the morning of 24 May by security personnel, who informed them of the closure. The shocked employees, many of whom claimed they had resumed work in December, were unaware of the company’s final decision. The closure is a…
To cut costs and become more resilient, Volvo, the Swedish auto firm, is planning to trim its workforce by seven per cent. That means about 3,000 people from its 43,800-strong workforce will be rendered jobless, including 1,000 Sweden-based consultants. It is pertinent to mention here that over 50 per cent of Volvo’s workforce is based in Sweden, and these job cuts will impact about 1,200 positions in the country. An exact official figure has not been revealed about the number of employees likely to be affected in other countries. The objective of the layoff is to generate more cash flow…
Awfis Space Solutions, the flexible workspace solutions company has promoted Sumit Lakhani to chief executive officer (CEO). Lakhani has been with the firm for a decade now, having joined in 2015, as chief marketing officer. About seven years into this role, he had been elevated to deputy CEO in 2022. Lakhani, who holds a BTech in Computer Science has also completed an MBA from SP Jain Centre of Management. He began his professional journey as a software engineer with Satyam Computer Services, in 2004. He then served as software analyst at Tesco for over a year. He was an associate…
In a major step towards modernising rural governance, the Uttar Pradesh government has unveiled plans to develop a robust digital workforce across gram panchayats. Backed by a Rs 278 crore investment under the National Gram Swaraj Abhiyan, the initiative aims to equip panchayat-level institutions with digital tools, enhance public-service delivery, and ensure last-mile governance efficiency. The action plan, spearheaded by the state’s Panchayati Raj department, includes the creation of Panchayat Learning Centres and District Panchayat Resource Centres. These hubs will provide structured digital training to panchayat staff and local functionaries. The goal is to enhance their capabilities in using digital…
Ravi Kumar has joined Puravankara, an Indian real-estate development company, as its new group-chief human resources officer. In the new role, Kumar is expected to lead and strengthen the workforce strategy at Puravankara during a phase of sustained expansion. Prior to this, Kumar was associated with Page Industries, an Indian manufacturer and retailer of innerwear and the licensee of Jockey International in India. He joined the company on 18 April, 2022 as its chief people officer (CPO). In this role, Kumar led the HR function for the entire organisation, which employs about 29,000 people including staff working in the factories.…
In a significant move aimed at making the Employees’ Provident Fund (PF) transfer process more efficient, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has eliminated the rule that led to claim rejections due to overlapping service periods between two employers. This change is expected to benefit lakhs of EPFO members who used to face delays and rejections due to technical inconsistencies in their employment records. Earlier, when employees switched jobs, they were required to transfer their PF balances from their old employer’s account to the new one. However, in cases where the employment periods of the two companies overlapped—often due to…
A Walmart employee in Bengaluru has alleged that the company is summoning workers to the office primarily for in-person termination meetings! The claims, shared in a viral LinkedIn post, paint a picture of growing anxiety among staff, both those affected by layoffs and those who remain. The employee described the work atmosphere as charged with fear, noting that even employees who are not directly impacted are feeling increasingly insecure. She stated that the current environment is making people anxious about their job security, prompting some to work longer hours to prove their worth. According to her account, being called into…
Tanuka Bairagi has taken up the role of vice president-human resources, India, UKG. She is backed by over two decades of experience, having started her professional journey as recruiting specialist with P&O Nedlloyd, in 2001. From 2002 to 2004 she worked as senior associate-HR at Oceans Connect before joining KPIT Technologies as manager-HR, in 2004. For the next four years, she successfully lead the complete HR function, handling business partnering, HR COEs, learning and development, recruitment, and employment practices for the GBS arm of KPIT. May of 2008 saw her playing general manager-human resources, at Cummins. Four years later, she…
After serving Airtel as vice president-HR for over three years, Preeti Jain has taken up the role of chief people officer, Adani-GCC. On completing an MBA in human resources in 1999, Jain started her career with HFCL, a telecom solutions provider, in 2001. At HFCL, Jain got hands-on experience of performance management, building an organisational culture, and formulating training and recruitment strategies at the firm. After spending three years at HFCL, Jain moved to Conexant, which was later acquired by a US- based tech firm, Synaptics. She joined Conexant as an HR manager and spent close to four years there,…
Parived Bhatnagar has been promoted to the position of head-HR, EMEA, AIOC, Accenture. He had joined Accenture in 2022 (his second stint), as vice president-HR. Merely eight months into this role, he was elevated to head HR: financial services, finance & accounting, procurement, supply chain, health offerings. In this role, he led a team of 55 HR professionals to manage employee lifecycle for 28,000+ employees. He was also part of the HR leadership team of Accenture Operations, India & Sri Lanka and a member of the HR Leadership Council of Accenture India. December of 2023 saw him promoted to HR…
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has entered into a new agreement with the Tamil Nadu government to offer a tailored salary package for state government employees. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on 19 May, 2025, marking a significant step in the public-sector banking partnerships. Under the Tamil Nadu State Government Salary Package (SGSP), IOB will provide a comprehensive suite of financial benefits to government staff. The package includes several exclusive features aimed at improving financial security and access to banking services for employees. One of the key highlights is a Personal Accident Insurance cover of up to Rs 1.2…
Xpheno, a specialist staffing firm, has appointed Khyati Mehta as its new chief human resource officer (CHRO). With strengths in performance management, coaching, change leadership, and talent pipeline development, she has proven herself as a strategic partner in organisational growth and continuity. The announcement comes at a time when the company is undergoing major expansion, including the recent induction of a CEO designate, and preparing for an IPO within the next two years. Mehta brings 15 years of experience in human resources. Her most recent stint was at [24]7.ai, a customer experience firm with a predominantly young workforce. She joined…
HSBC UK has introduced a new policy that connects employee bonuses with office attendance, reinforcing its push toward in-person work. Employees must now be physically present in the office for at least 60 per cent of their working time. Failing to meet this threshold may negatively impact performance reviews and annual bonus payouts. The updated directive applies across the bank’s office-based workforce. Employees have been informed that consistent non-compliance with the attendance target will be reflected in their performance assessments. This move is part of a broader effort by the bank to formalise and monitor hybrid work expectations more closely.…
Saudi Arabia has launched a new volunteer work license initiative aimed at enhancing the efficiency and safety of volunteer activities. The license is especially important in supporting services for pilgrims, a key focus area in the country’s community efforts. This move is designed to help volunteers develop their skills and work within a structured and secure environment. The initiative was introduced as part of the International Non-Profit Sector Exhibition 2025 (IENA), now in its third edition. This major event also includes a social investment forum and a Gulf forum, both of which aim to strengthen collaboration between non-profit organisations and…
Lathika Pai, who used to work as an executive at Microsoft India, has reportedly filed a suit against the company accusing it of unfairly forcing her to resign. Pai has also sought Rs 35.3 crore in damages as it was the hostile work environment that pushed her to put in her papers. It is Pai’s claim that her dismissal was unjustified and the case was heard by the Delhi High Court on 7 May. However, when the jurisdiction of the court was challenged by Microsoft, the case was referred to a civil court in Bengaluru, with the next hearing scheduled…
BeBetta, the Indian innovative gamified engagement platform, with a user base of almost 15 million, has expanded its leadership by appointing Saatvik Goel as chief marketing officer (CMO) and Manoj Bojja as chief technology officer (CTO). With these appointments BeBetta is endeavouring to fortify its technological infrastructure and propel its marketing innovation. As the CMO of BeBetta, Goel will leverage his extensive experience in driving customer growth and digital transformation to enhance the platform’s marketing strategies, expand user-acquisition channels, and accelerate the platform’s evolution in the gamified engagement landscape. As CTO, Bojja will spearhead technological innovation, ensuring scalability and security…
Cyient, a global intelligent engineering solutions company, has appointed Kavita Kurup as its new chief people officer (CPO). Based at the company’s Hyderabad headquarters, Kurup will oversee the entire human resources function, globally, leading Cyient’s people, talent, and culture agenda across all geographies. Her primary goals will be to align company’s talent strategy, leadership development, and organisational effectiveness with the company’s growth ambitions and future-ready vision. Prior to this, Kurup was associated with UST, a digital transformation solutions provider. She joined the company in 2019 as its global head-talent and organisational transformation. She was then elevated to the role of…
Walmart is preparing to lay off around 1,500 corporate employees across the US. The job cuts are part of an endeavour to streamline operations and reduce costs. The layoffs will affect roles at the company’s headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas, as well as other offices in the US. A significant number of roles impacted reportedly belong to Walmart’s global technology division. The company aims to simplify its organisational structure and speed up decision-making. However, this latest round of corporate downsizing has reignited discussions around the H1B visa programme. Many online users are questioning whether these job cuts are linked to the…