BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs under 'financial pressures'
The BBC's interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies said in a statement to staff that "while we still have to work through the detail, we anticipate the overall number of jobs will fall by 1,800-2,000".
8 hours ago
Renault to cut up to 20% of engineers as competition from China heats
The job cuts would amount to up to 2,400 staff, based on a current engineering workforce of around 11,000 to 12,000 people. Renault had 100,541 employees in total at the end of last year.
1 day ago
Maruti Suzuki India crosses 1,300 women employees, boosts shopfloor diversity
The company has made notable progress over the past two years by systematically increasing the recruitment of women in vehicle manufacturing as well as engine and transmission roles.
1 day ago
TCS BPO harassment probe deepens as police find evidence of wider misconduct
Nashik police are investigating alleged harassment at a Tata Consultancy Services BPO unit. Social media chats suggest more employees may have faced similar misconduct but are afraid to report it. Seven of eight accused have been arrested. Complaints include mental and sexual harassment, and religious insensitivity. The probe is examining a larger conspiracy and awareness within the company.
1 day ago
As AI use increases at work, many employees still choose not to use it: Gallup poll
Many workers who are not using AI say they prefer to work without it, have ethical oppositions to the technology or worry about data privacy. The poll, conducted in February, points to a divergence in how AI is reshaping American workplaces. Some find it to be a gamechanger for productivity and efficiency, while others are concerned about its potentially negative impacts.
13 Apr 2026
How Flipkart turned internal mobility into a leadership pipeline
At the same time, the structure of hiring itself is changing. Instead of relying only on external recruitment, companies are increasingly looking inward. A 2025 Talent Trends report by Michael Page found that about 65% of professionals in India are actively exploring new roles, many within their current organisations rather than outside them.²
13 Apr 2026
From job titles to skillsets: How automation era is redefining hiring in India
In today’s evolving job landscape, the hiring process is undergoing a transformation. Instead of rigid job descriptions and degree requirements, companies are prioritizing skills and the potential of applicants. This shift addresses talent shortages by emphasizing employee development, enlisting specialists, and forging partnerships with educational institutions.
13 Apr 2026
How labour and employee relations directly affect productivity?
Nurturing positive employee relations is pivotal for productivity in India. Elements such as trust, open dialogue, and the wellbeing of workers play a significant role. When team members feel recognized and valued, they are more inclined to go the extra mile, which translates to superior quality and reliable results. Organizations that emphasize these factors often experience remarkable performance boosts.
13 Apr 2026
TCS makes 25k fresher offers this fiscal, more hires dependent on demand scenario: Official
The largest information technology services company had hired 44,000 freshers in FY26, one of the highest by any private sector employer in the country, despite the headwinds it faced. "We have made 25,000 offers to freshers for FY27. Clarity on demand will lead to more hiring," its chief executive and managing director K Krithivasan told PTI in an interview over the weekend.
13 Apr 2026
Guzzlers out, firms switch to lighter canteen menus
Large operators such as Compass Group, Rassense and HungerBox are managing the strain while serving millions of meals daily across thousands of locations. Smaller, unorganised players are finding it harder to cope. Operators have sup central culinary "war rooms", scaled back fuel-intensive offerings such as live counters and thalis, and shifted to simpler menus with steamed or no-cook items.
13 Apr 2026
Workplace friendships: Real bonds or just 9-to-5 convenience?
Workplace friendships are often celebrated as drivers of engagement and retention, yet most remain confined to office hours. Beneath the surface lie competition, hierarchy, and guarded trust, turning many of these bonds into situational alliances rather than lasting relationships.
7 hours ago
Simplicity, accountability, execution: stc’s Group CHRO on making change work
As organisations navigate rapid change, Ahmad Al Ghamdi, Group CHRO at stc, shares why technology alone is no longer a differentiator. In a recent conversation with ETHRWorld EMEA, he highlighted how stc is driving transformation through capability building, workforce agility, and simplified decision-making. The discussion also explores real-time challenges, leadership shifts, and what truly sets successful organisations apart in a complex, evolving world of work.
1 day ago
The boomerang workforce: Rethinking loyalty in the Future of Work
The rise of boomerang employees is reshaping how organisations view loyalty, career growth, and talent strategies. As professionals increasingly leave to gain skills and return, firms are treating alumni as an extended talent pool. With data showing up to 35% of new hires being returning employees, organisations must balance rehiring advantages with fair growth opportunities for existing talent.
14 Apr 2026
From corner office to on-demand leadership: Why fractional roles are gaining ground in the Middle East
As companies in the Middle East scale rapidly, fractional leadership is emerging as a strategic solution, offering on-demand expertise, cost efficiency, and agility. Once niche, the model is now gaining traction across sectors, reshaping how organisations think about the C-suite and leadership itself.
13 Apr 2026
What is the role of doubt in enabling better decisions, innovation, and change?
Often seen as a barrier, doubt can be a powerful enabler of better decisions, innovation, and meaningful change. This piece explores how questioning assumptions and embracing uncertainty can sharpen thinking, strengthen ideas, and improve outcomes when applied constructively within teams and organisations.
09 Apr 2026
World Health Day: Rethinking what it truly means to build workplaces where talent thrives
On World Health Day, explore how HR leaders at Future Forward Middle East 2026 highlighted that workplace wellbeing goes beyond perks, it must be embedded in how work is designed. From preventing burnout to fostering belonging and clarity, organisations are redefining what it means for talent to truly thrive.
07 Apr 2026
Middle East outpaces Asia in private capital pay as talent war intensifies, new survey finds
Private capital markets across APAC and the Middle East are witnessing rising compensation and intensifying competition for senior talent. With the Middle East emerging as a key talent hub and pay levels climbing, firms are prioritising experienced dealmakers amid a rebound in investment activity and growing optimism about market opportunities, a new survey finds.
07 Apr 2026
Is employee recognition the hidden driver of workplace culture
Employee recognition is shifting from a transactional HR practice to a strategic driver of culture, engagement, and performance. Leaders during the Future Forward Middle East 2026 summit emphasised authenticity, timeliness, and leadership ownership as critical, warning that generic or performative recognition can erode trust.
06 Apr 2026
Adaptability, not disruption, will shape future-ready workforces: NBK’s CHRO Emad Al-Ablani
Recognised as an HR Icon for the second time at the Economic Times Future Forward Middle East Summit 2026, NBK’s Group CHRO Emad Al-Ablani highlights adaptability and continuous learning as core workforce capabilities. He underscores HR’s strategic role in aligning talent, AI readiness, and business goals to drive sustainable organisational growth.
02 Apr 2026
Beyond AI adoption: Why communication is now a business-critical strategy
As AI reshapes operations, companies face rising disengagement due to unclear communication. Strengthening internal messaging, recognition, and change communication can help organisations retain talent and sustain growth momentum.
02 Apr 2026
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