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How can senior HR leaders prepare themselves to drive enterprise transformation through people?
ISB Executive Education’s 43-week Chief Human Resources Officer Programme equips senior HR leaders with the strategic judgement, business acumen and leadership capabilities to translate human capital into sustained enterprise value.
Indian IIT talent thrives in Japan's MIRAI-Setu programme as nations near 75th anniversary
As India and Japan approach 75 years of diplomatic ties in 2027, 40 IIT and IIIT students visited Japan under the "Foster System = MIRAI - Setu" programme. Immersed in Japanese universities and corporations, they developed strong industry insights, proposing innovative solutions for bilateral growth.
Ex-BGT judge David Walliams named in investigation into alleged sexual misconduct with young women
British comedian and former Britain’s Got Talent judge David Walliams is facing allegations of sexual misconduct following a three-year investigation by The Guardian and ITV News. Several women have accused him of inappropriate behaviour when they were teenagers or young adults. Walliams has denied the allegations, saying he has not broken the law.
Why is David Walliams selling his £10.5m Primrose hill mansion while facing sexual misconduct allegations?
David Walliams has listed his £10.5 million Primrose Hill mansion for sale amid sexual misconduct allegations that he strongly denies. The four-bedroom London property was previously advertised for nearly £12 million. The sale comes as the former Britain’s Got Talent judge faces growing scrutiny over his personal and professional conduct.
H-1B visas in focus :IBM to end green card sponsorship for roles in biggest unit
IBM is ending H-1B visa and green card sponsorship for most roles in its consulting division, its largest business unit with more than 150,000 employees, amid the Trump administration's crackdown on the visa programme. Affected employees can continue working for the company outside the US or leave by the end of the year, according to an internal document seen by Bloomberg.
Who is David Walliams? ‘Little Britain’ star faces sexual misconduct allegations as he denies wrongdoing
David Walliams, a well-known writer and comedian, is facing allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior. These allegations emerged from an investigation conducted by The Guardian and ITV News. Several women reported inappropriate contact with Walliams during their teenage years, claiming he exploited his celebrity status. As a result, HarperCollins has ceased publishing his works due to concerns regarding his behavior.
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Country music singer CJ Beach, 22, dies in car crash after performing in Florida; heartbroken father seeks road safety changes
Country music singer CJ Beach, a rising talent from Tallahassee, Florida, has died at the age of 22 in a tragic car crash in Wakulla County. His father, Charles Beach, paid an emotional tribute to his son on Facebook and urged local authorities to install warning lights and warning signs along the dangerous curve on Rehwinkle Road, where the crash occurred.
Cognizant commits over 25,000 professionals to Anthropic's Claude delivery
The group is focused on execution excellence, transformation and client success, with the scale to take AI from pilot to production across enterprises' core operations, the Nasdaq-listed IT company said.
It's the ecosystem, stupid! Anand Mahindra celebrates India's rise to the top 3 in the AI race, beating the UK, Japan and South Korea
Anand Mahindra has welcomed India's rise to the top three in Stanford's global AI vibrancy rankings, ahead of countries such as Japan and South Korea. He believes India's software talent, systems integration expertise and huge domestic market could give it a significant advantage in the global AI race. Explaining his optimism, Mahindra said the next big AI opportunity could come from applications, industry-specific expertise and enterprise-wide adoption rather than chips and foundational AI models.
Is your HR strategy creating measurable impact? This could be the time to get it recognised
The Economic Times HR Excellence Awards 2027 shine a light on exemplary HR practices within various organizations, teams, and leaders. Encompassing 42 categories, the awards highlight significant accomplishments in realms like HR transformation, talent acquisition, employee experience, and workplace culture, showcasing how effective people strategies can directly enhance business performance.
'Exceptional, isn't it?': PM Modi congratulates Anuj Shrivatri on becoming India's 100th Chess Grandmaster
PM Modi congratulated Anuj Shrivatri for achieving the title of India's 100th chess Grandmaster. This achievement highlights the growing talent and popularity of chess among young players in India. Anuj Shrivatri won the 7th ASEAN Plus Individual Open Chess Championship, which secured his Grandmaster title. His accomplishment marks a significant milestone for both Indian chess and the state of Madhya Pradesh.
Who was CJ Beach? Rising country-rock singer dies at 22, had performed at a Florida venue just hours before fatal car crash; here's what happened
CJ Beach was a singer, songwriter and guitarist, and was based in Tallahassee, Florida. He was the frontman of CJ & the Deadman. This band performed across the Florida Big Bend region. The young singer had a powerful voice and natural ease on stage. This made him one of the most promising young artists in the region.
Enterprise data intelligence platform SplashBI opens GCC in Hyderabad, to invest over $100 million
The company plans to invest over $100 million over the next five to seven years in infrastructure, technology and talent to scale the Hyderabad centre and strengthen its global product engineering and delivery capabilities, a release said.
MakeMyTrip's India arm gets Sebi nod to float IPO
MakeMyTrip's India subsidiary, MMT India, has received approval from Sebi for an initial public offering. This approval follows a confidential filing of draft papers made in July. The IPO will involve the sale of equity shares by MakeMyTrip and its subsidiary, ibibo Group Holdings. Proceeds from the sale are expected to enhance the cash position of the parent company.
Former youngest champion Emerson Fittipaldi hails Kimi Antonelli's rise
Emerson Fittipaldi recently addressed the trend of younger drivers becoming world champions in motorsport. He praised Kimi Antonelli's remarkable victory from 19th at Monza and pointed out how contemporary racers begin their careers earlier than previous generations. Fittipaldi emphasized Antonelli's impressive maturity and talent, which played a crucial role in his current season's triumph. His own path to championship status starkly contrasts with the rapid rise of Antonelli.
India finalises association with Horizon Europe for research and innovation collaboration
India has concluded negotiations with the European Union to associate with Horizon Europe for research cooperation. The agreement aims to create a long-term framework for collaborative R&D projects between India and the EU. Indian researchers will have access to European consortia and cutting-edge research infrastructure through this partnership. The collaboration seeks to deepen talent mobility and co-develop critical technologies and standards effectively.
Agnipath reset puts age, talent & pension goals to test
Agnipath, introduced in 2022, aimed to reform military recruitment by allowing soldiers to serve for four years. Recent changes now allow all Agniveers to retain permanent service after their tenure. This shift could affect the average age of soldiers, previously intended to decrease. The decision may also impact the annual pension bill and the creation of trained ex-soldiers for civilian roles.
Pro Kannada outfit meets Bengaluru airport firms, presses for higher local hiring
Kannada Rakshana Vedike held discussions to address local hiring concerns with companies at Kempegowda International Airport. KRV president T.A. Narayana Gowda emphasised the need for fair employment opportunities for Kannadigas. Several organisations participated in the meeting and expressed commitment to increase local hiring. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar encouraged private employers to utilise Karnataka's talent pool more effectively. The organisation plans further outreach to enhance employment for locals in various sectors.
First public performance at 4, 1000th concert at 12: Meet legendary pianist Raoul von Koczalski, who won big awards for his talent and survived suppression during World War II
Raoul von Koczalski, hailing from Warsaw, made his mark as a celebrated pianist and composer from an astonishingly young age, beginning his performances at just four years old. His exceptional talent soon earned him acclaim throughout Europe, culminating in over a thousand concerts by his teens. Even during the turmoil of World War II, he tirelessly taught and held private concerts.
Indian GCCs set to add 35k jobs in 2027
ANSR expects these jobs – ranging from 30,000 to 35,000 - to be added by 160-175 new greenfield GCCs amid an increasing number of inquiries from US mid-sized companies. The caveat emptor: Experts say this interest is yet to translate into plans for large-scale relocation of jobs from the US.
AI gains fail to cool rising staff costs at Indian IT services firms
Although artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are changing the traditional labour-intensive model of IT services, they have yet to bring down employee costs for the country’s top six IT services companies—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, HCLTech, Wipro, Tech Mahindra and LTM (formerly LTIMindtree).
Karnataka: At IKEA store launch, Shivakumar seeks more jobs for Kannadigas
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar inaugurated IKEA's second store in Bengaluru, urging the company to prioritize local hiring. He emphasized the need for greater employment opportunities for Kannadigas within the private sector. Additionally, Shivakumar encouraged IKEA to strengthen ties with Karnataka's small and medium enterprises for sourcing furniture.
GCCs ramp up hiring for AI, data, cybersecurity professionals; face talent shortage: Report
India's GCCs are directing a greater share of technology recruitment towards specialists who can deploy AI, manage data and secure enterprise systems, according to the India GCC Tech Talent Landscape - Q2 FY27 Report by staffing and workforce solutions provider Quess Corp.
Four UK universities in India offer early recruitment access to 250 postgraduate students graduating in 2027
Four UK universities operating campuses in India are scheduling a placement week for postgraduate student recruitment. This initiative allows employers to interview candidates before graduation and streamline hiring processes. Students participating have an average of 2.4 to three years of work experience across multiple industries.
India’s IT sector needs a new talent architecture
Growing demand for AI-related services is challenging providers, as they struggle to generate significant revenue. Companies must redesign their workforce models to capture opportunities in an AI-driven market. Existing talent architectures focus on old skill sets and hierarchies, which are becoming less relevant. Investing in specialized roles and capabilities will better align with the new market demands.
Tencent partners with Cyberlite India to support research programme on gaming career
"We are pleased to support Cyberlite India in leading this research. Local perspectives are important for understanding how information about video game careers can be made more useful to students, families and educators," Judy Wong, Country Manager (India), Tencent, said.
As HR takes on a larger business role, are organisations recognising the teams driving that change?
The Economic Times HR Excellence Awards 2027 spotlight the transformative nature of HR within organizations, underlining their crucial role in shaping business strategy, fostering talent development, and enhancing employee experiences. With six distinct award categories such as Talent Acquisition and Employee Experience, this initiative serves to honor HR teams that significantly boost organizational performance and drive workforce change.
Bengaluru to become fastest-growing city as global companies home in on talent: Savills Exec
Global corporations are increasingly considering diverse locations, particularly India, for talent acquisition and growth. Bengaluru is projected to be the fastest-growing major city by 2035, according to Savills analysis. Other Indian cities like Chennai and Hyderabad are also showing strong potential in terms of GDP growth and population increase. The demand for global capability centers in India is expected to continue rising in the future.
IIT Guwahati, Tata Electronics join hands to build semiconductor talent pipeline
IIT Guwahati has signed an MoU with Tata Electronics to establish a Centre of Excellence for semiconductor education. This collaboration aims to develop educational programmes that align with industry needs and create skilled professionals. Additionally, the partnership will provide hands-on training opportunities for students at Tata Electronics. It includes developing relevant course content and training faculty from various institutions.
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