Tag: PwD
Atypical Advantage achieves 100% placement for students with disabilities
Atypical Advantage, the employment platform catering to Persons with Disabilities (PWD), has managed to achieve 100 per cent summer placements for students with disabilities....
Delhi HC disappointed with authorities’ attitude towards appointment of PWDs
While handling a plea by Toshiyas, an entity that works for the welfare of persons with disabilities (PWDs), the Delhi High Court made its...
Disabled staff cannot be denied promotion basis posting as per Beneficial...
The appellant in the said case, is a disabled OBC candidate, who was appointed as senior teacher under the Education Department of the Government...
Novel employment scheme for fresh, young engineers approved by Goa cabinet
Under the Chief Minister's Rojgar Yojana (CMRY), the Goa cabinet has approved a scheme for engineering graduates and diploma holders, which will enable them...
All of us are differently abled: Alstom India
“Alstom believes that one’s differences should never be attributed as their inability to perform well or be a hindrance to their career,” says Vinod...
Persons with disabilities are more productive and engaged at work
Every year, the International Day for People with Disability is observed the world over, on the third day of December. According to the United...
Indore’s focus on Nishakt se Sashakt Yojana to provide employment to...
The Indore district administration is going that extra mile to ensure that people with disabilities (PwD) get employed in industrial units in and around...
HGS and NASSCOM Foundation tie up to train persons with disabilities
Hinduja Global Solutions (HGS) has tied up with NASSCOM Foundation to establish yet another centre of Excellence (CoE) for training persons with disabilities (PwDs),...
Reality Check: What’s stopping companies from hiring PwDs?
It’s been a year since the law on protection and prohibition of discrimination of the disabled came into effect. HRKatha finds out what’s holding companies to be truly inclusive. Is it willingness, infrastructure or just a mindset?
How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement
In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...
Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces
Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’
In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...
Revolut to expand global team by 40% in 2024
Revolut, the UK-based challenger bank, has announced plans to bolster its workforce by 40 per cent in 2024. The aim is to reach approximately...
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Accenture India introduces adoption-assistance programme
In a bid to support its employees' journeys into parenthood, Accenture in India has rolled out an adoption-assistance programme. Spearheaded by Lakshmi C, managing...
Harleen Kaur takes on CHRO role at APEX Acreages
Harleen Kaur is CHRO, APEX Acreages with her appointment being implemented with effect from February 2024.
Singh brings to the table more than two decades...
Sayantani Dutta appointed CHRO, Bajaj Housing Finance
After successfully handling human resources for Kotak Mahindra Bank’s wholesale bank and treasury for over four years,Sayantani Dutta has taken on the CHRO role...
Kimbal Technologies names Jaya Suri as CHRO
Jaya Suri has joined Kimbal Technologies (formerly Crystal) as its chief human resource officer (CHRO). An alumna of IBM, Suri has completed her bachelor’s...
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Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR
Q. How satisfying has been your professional journey of 39 years?
A. It has been a bagful of mixed experiences. At times I have been...
EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO
Q. You spent 16 years at LIC before moving to a corporate role at ICICI Prudential. Now, 22 years on, I am still curious...
“The big change has been that we have moved from jobs to skills,” Amaresh...
Q. How would you define the culture at GE?
A. Having been present in this region since 1902, GE has been around for 120 years....
