Varroc has appointed Jatin Suley as cluster head HR, bringing an HR professional with more than 28 years of experience in automotive, engineering and manufacturing organisations into its people function. Suley’s experience spans plant HR, employee and labour relations, statutory compliance, workforce management, employee engagement and HR operations. Before joining Varroc in September 2026, he was senior manager, human resources operations, at TM Automotive Seating Systems, where he had been working since December 2024. He has also worked with Lucas TVS as senior manager, human resources, with responsibility for plant HR. A substantial part of Suley’s career was spent with…
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IFP Petro has announced the appointment of Gautam Mehra as chief human resources officer (CHRO), effective September 2026. He will be based in India and will champion organisation and people transformation for the IFP Group, including IFP Petro Products, Oil on Wheels, Enviro Oil Savers Association and Enablyst Labs. With over two decades of rich experience in organisational development, talent and leadership development, culture, change and performance management, he is known for his human-centric approach to transformation, and his focus has always been on building resilient cultures and helping leaders grow. Before joining IFP Petro, Mehra worked as an independent…
NASA has launched a nationwide initiative to strengthen the pipeline of skilled technical workers for the growing US aerospace sector, with programmes designed to connect students with industry-relevant skills, credentials and hands-on experience. The State Hubs for Skilled Technical Workforce initiative was formally launched on 15 September, with NASA bringing together project leaders and state, federal and industry partners at Space Centre Houston to coordinate workforce development efforts. In August, NASA selected seven projects covering California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Minnesota, Texas and Utah. Each State Hub will develop programmes tailored to the aerospace industry and workforce requirements of its respective…
The All India Postal Employees Union Group ‘C’ has urged the Department of Posts to announce the Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) for postal employees for 2025-26 ahead of the upcoming festive season. In a letter dated 11 September, 2026, addressed to the Secretary, Department of Posts, the union sought an early announcement of the bonus, citing the approaching festive period and employees’ financial commitments during the season. The union noted that Durgotsav will begin on 17 October, followed by Dussehra on 20 October and Diwali on 8 November. It said postal employees were awaiting the announcement of the PLB and…
A viral workplace incident has reignited the debate over overtime rules and managerial accountability after an employee followed his company’s no-overtime policy to the letter. The employee, who worked in an office where staying beyond 5 p.m. without pre-approval invited formal write-ups, had routinely been expected to stay late to fix his boss’s reports. The manager had a pattern of assigning tasks at 4:50 p.m. and demanding completion the same day. After a fresh company-wide email reiterated that overtime was not allowed, the employee made a decision: he would stop working overtime altogether. That evening, he logged off at 5…
Novo Nordisk, the Danish drug company, has confirmed that its workforce has shrunk by 13,000 employees from its peak, leaving it with around 66,000 people globally. The figure was shared at the company’s Capital Markets Day on 21st September,2026. The first wave of 9,000 exits was announced in September 2025 under CEO Mike Doustdar, who took over a month earlier to regain ground against rival Eli Lilly. Another 4,000 employees have since left the organisation. The leaner structure is central to Novo’s reset. The drugmaker reported that more than DKK (Danish Krone) 10 billion saved through the cuts will be…
Contract employees of Andhra Pradesh power utilities have embarked on a week-long motorcycle rally from Vijayawada to Tirupati, demanding job security and a substantial pay hike. Organised under the banner of Andhra Pradesh Vidyut Trade Unions Struggle Committee (APVTUSC), the rally on 21st September,2026 saw scores of workers raising slogans that labour laws were being violated and their long-pending demands ignored. The workers stated they discharge duties even during floods, storms and extreme heat, often risking their lives to keep power supply running and they are facing severe financial strain due to their meagre earnings and rising prices. Their key…
Mallet E has joined HCA Healthcare India as head of human resources, marking a new leadership appointment for the organisation’s people function and will be based in Hyderabad. In his new role at HCA Healthcare India, Mallet will lead the organisation’s human resources function in India. He brings more than 19 years of experience in talent and human resources, with most of his career spent at Deloitte, where he progressed through a series of talent and HR- leadership roles over nearly two decades. Mallet joined Deloitte in April 2007 as an analyst – talent management. He subsequently served as senior…
Greenlam Industries has appointed Nishit Bansal as chief human resources officer (CHRO), effective 22 September, 2026. The appointment was approved by the company’s Board through a circular resolution, based on the recommendation of the Nomination, Remuneration & Compensation Committee. In his new role, Bansal will lead the organisation’s human resources function. His experience covers HR business partnering, HR strategy, talent acquisition, organisational development, leadership development, employer branding, learning and development and HR technology. Bansal brings more than two decades of experience across human resources, talent management and business partnering, with a career spanning consumer products, financial services, technology and international…
360 Bytes has appointed Gajendra (Saini) Singh as head–human resources & talent acquisition, bringing more than 27 years of experience across human resources, talent acquisition, organisational development and business transformation. Singh announced his appointment on LinkedIn, describing the move as a new chapter in his professional journey. In his new role, he will focus on strengthening the company’s HR ecosystem, building an agile talent-acquisition framework, developing leadership capabilities and enhancing employee engagement. He will also work on creating scalable people practices aligned with the company’s growth plans, with a focus on combining technology, data-driven insights and human-centric HR practices. Singh…
Surveillance technology company Flock Safety has reportedly offered voluntary buyouts to employees as it looks to reduce its workforce amid growing backlash over its license plate recognition technology. According to a report by Wired, the company has offered severance packages to employees who voluntarily leave. Flock, which has around 1,500 employees, reportedly expects a significant number of workers to express interest and plans to approve buyouts for most of those who do. The company’s internal communication described the packages as its most generous to date. The voluntary departures could help Flock reduce its workforce without immediately resorting to broader layoffs.…
An employee’s attempt to automate a time-consuming workplace task ended up increasing their workload, highlighting a growing workplace dilemma around productivity, automation and how efficiency gains are treated by employers. In an anonymous Reddit post, the employee said weekly reporting had been taking around 15 hours of manual work. They spent a weekend developing a script that automated the data collection and formatting process, bringing the task down to less than a minute. The employee initially used the time saved to learn new skills and manage their workload with less stress. They later decided to demonstrate the automation to their…
In a key leadership move, EssilorLuxottica has brought on board Nitin Soni as head HR for Greater India operations. Based out of Bengaluru since September 2026, Soni steps into the role with more than two decades of hands-on experience in shaping people and culture inside factory walls. For EssilorLuxottica, it is about bringing in a leader who understands the pulse of manufacturing and people equally, from union negotiations and government liaison to engagement on the shop floor. Soni started early as JM-HR at Swaraj Combine Division, spending eight formative years there from 1998 to 2006. He then took charge as…
Women now account for more than half of the workforce in four industries in India, but their representation continues to remain lower in C-suite and senior leadership positions, according to a report cited by The Economic Times. The findings point to a gap between women’s participation across the workforce and their progression into senior decision-making roles. While women’s representation has increased across several sectors, this growth has not translated proportionately into leadership positions. The trend highlights the challenge for organisations in converting workforce diversity into a stronger leadership pipeline. Hiring more women alone may not be enough to close the…
In a boost to Tamil Nadu’s GCC ambition, US pharmacy and healthcare giant Walgreens will establish its first Global Capability Centre in India in Chennai. Walgreens India signed the Memorandum of Understanding on Friday at the Secretariat. The pact was signed between Deepak Jacob, MD & CEO, Guidance Tamil Nadu and Umapathy Viswanathan,GCC head, Walgreens in the presence of Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay and State Industries Minister S Keerthana. The facility will be located at DLF Downtown Taramani, on the Old Mahabalipuram Road IT Corridor that the state has notified as a new GCC corridor. The government said the…
The Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (Tasmac) has sanctioned a festival advance of Rs 20,000 for eligible employees working at its retail outlets, along with an annual uniform allowance of Rs 6,000. Under the uniform allowance, eligible employees will receive Rs 2,000 per set, including the cost of cloth and stitching, for three sets of uniforms each year. The measures were detailed in an order issued by K Nanthakumar, managing director, Tasmac, who has instructed senior regional managers to implement them. The decisions follow an announcement made by the state’s prohibition and excise minister in the Assembly on 31 August.…
Vedanta Power has onboarded 54 campus hires, with women accounting for 57 per cent of the new recruits, as the company expands its focus on building a young talent pipeline for the power sector. The company said 56 per cent of its workforce is below the age of 35, with campus hiring forming a key part of its talent strategy. The latest recruits come from institutions across India and include professionals in engineering, technical functions, HR, communications, finance, commercial, ESG and CSR. The company has also introduced AAROHAN – The Rise of Power, a four-day induction programme aimed at helping…
BDR Pharmaceuticals has announced the appointment of Niral Bhatt as chief human resources officer. The company confirmed the development through a LinkedIn post, welcoming Bhatt to its leadership team. Bhatt brings over 20 years of experience across HR, talent management, leadership development and business partnering, with a strong understanding of people and business. His career spans organisations including Future Group, Café Coffee Day, L&T, Aditya Birla Group and Zydus Group, with over 13 years at Zydus Group. Bhatt has spent more than 13 years at Zydus Group, where till recently he served as the general manager – HR from November…
Julius Baer India has appointed Jayesh Kothari as chief human resources officer, India, effective 17 September 2026. He is based in India in an on-site role. The move comes as the firm accelerates growth in India with a focus on expanding its relationship manager base and strengthening mid-office functions, with building leadership depth and internal career pathways as a key priority. Kothari brings more than 25 years of experience across private banking, investment banking, markets, asset and wealth management, insurance and shared services. He joins from Barclays where he spent over 11 years. Most recently at Barclays Private Bank, he…
Bank of America has appointed Sophie Dhariwala as senior vice president, HR business partner, where she will lead end-to-end HR partnership for the Analyst and Associate population across the Asia-Pacific region. Based in Singapore, Dhariwala will combine strategic HR advisory with conduct and risk oversight in her new role. Dhariwala has spent more than 15 years across Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Bank of America, taking on roles spanning talent acquisition, internal mobility, HR operations, governance and employee relations. Prior to the latest appointment, she served as senior vice president and head of APAC lateral talent acquisition and internal…
Fusion Finance has appointed Chinmayi Trivedi as chief human resources officer (CHRO), bringing extensive HR experience across banking, housing finance, asset management and financial services. In her new role at Fusion Finance, Trivedi will oversee the organisation’s people function, with a focus on strengthening HR practices, employee experience, talent management and organisational effectiveness as the company continues to grow. Trivedi joins Fusion Finance from Truhome Finance, where she served as senior vice president since June 2023. Prior to Truhome Finance, she spent more than six years with Piramal Capital & Housing Finance, where she was head HR for the Wholesale…
The Coca-Cola Company has elevated Rishav Gandhi to vice president – people & culture, Eurasia and Middle East, effective August 2026. Based in Türkiye in an on-site role, Gandhi announced the appointment on LinkedIn, calling it a new chapter after nearly eight years with the company. It is a homecoming of sorts to a larger international mandate for Gandhi, who has shaped the people’s strategy for some of the company’s most visible businesses. Gandhi’s journey at Coca-Cola spans seven years and during the last three and a half years, since April 2023, he served as vice president, people & culture…
Apple has carried out another round of job cuts, its second in less than two months, as part of ongoing restructuring. The latest layoffs affected a small group of employees in the Fitness+ division, particularly those working on audio features such as Time to Walk and Time to Run. These services, designed for Apple Watch users, will continue but new audio releases are expected to slow down. Fitness+ is Apple’s subscription workout platform, positioned against rivals such as Peloton. However, the service requires constant new content to keep subscribers engaged, which makes it costly to maintain. Reports suggest Apple may…
Selvi Supuriamaniam, who is the HR director, Middle East & East-West Africa, Stanley Black & Decker, has now taken on the additional role of HR director for India. She has been with the British tools and innovative solutions company since 2024. Supuriamaniam began as a humble HR executive in August of 2007, with Kao Penang Group of Malaysia. Less than five years later, she moved to Coca-Cola Bottlers (Malaysia) as human resource business partner, in May of 2012. Just over a year later, she was elevated to head-organisational development and learning, in September of 2013. Nine months into this role,…
The Walt Disney Company has roped in Karandeep Anand to play senior executive vice president and chief technology officer (SEVP & CTO). Anand will be the first one to play this new role at Disney, starting 2 October 2026. For the past two years, Karandeep Anand has been associated with Character.AI, first as Board advisor and then as CEO since May of 2025. Anand has spent the first 15 years of his career with Microsoft, from 2000 to 2015. He joined as an intern at Microsoft IDC while he was pursuing his undergrad at IIIT Hyderabad. September of 2002 saw…
Victura Technologies has roped in Pankaj Sharma to play chief human resources officer (CHRO). Sharma has moved from APL Apollo Tubes where he served in a similar capacity from September 2024 to June 2026. An alumnus of Delhi School of Economics, Pankaj Sharma began his professional journey as a humble deputy manager with IBM in 2006. Two years later, he moved to Deloitte Consulting as senior consultant for a year. He then worked with Aircel for over three and a half years as HR partner enterprise business, organisation design, talent programme and HR operations (Delhi Circle). For over three and…