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AI-ready workforce is scarce: Zensar CHRO

16 hours ago by Varun Jain in Business, Technology, #HRCommunity, #Artificial Intelligence

To mitigate this challenge, Zensar is building a strong upskilling and reskilling engine to train its workforce on AI capabilities rather than solely relying on external hiring.

India’s DPDP law puts HR under the microscope

30th Jun 2025 by Samriddhi Srivastava in Legal & Compliance Outsourcing, Leadership, #HRTech, #HRCommunity

Mini Gupta, partner at EY India, explains why the Digital Personal Data Protection Act is not just a legal or tech issue but a leadership mandate—placing HR at the centre of responsible data stewardship.

Niva Bupa’s fresh bet on young tech talent

27th Jun 2025 by Varun Jain in Technology, #HRTech, #HRCommunity

Younger generations, by their very nature and exposure, are much better equipped to adapt to new technologies.

Adaptability key as AI reshapes BFSI jobs

27th Jun 2025 by Varun Jain in Business, Technology, #HRTech, #HRCommunity

To stand out, young professionals should focus on building a strong foundation in digital skills—such as data interpretation, analytics, and familiarity with AI-powered tools relevant to their field.

DEI: From good-to-have to must have

27th Jun 2025 by Jagriti Kumari in Diversity, Business, #HR Folk Talk, #HRCommunity

From internal talent mobility to mental health programs and grassroots skilling, HR leaders explain why inclusion is not a checkbox but a long-term investment in people, purpose, and performance.

Why NIMF’s employees don’t leave

26th Jun 2025 by Samriddhi Srivastava in Culture, Leadership, #HRTech, #HRCommunity

While most companies grapple with attrition, Nippon India Mutual Fund is quietly building a workforce that grows and stays. In this interview, CHRO Rajesh Derhgawen shares how they’ve kept attrition at just 13%.

Coal India aims to reduce workforce age to 40

26th Jun 2025 by Varun Jain in Talent Management, #HRTech, #HRCommunity

This reduction in average age is not merely a demographic shift; it's a strategic imperative. Coal India primarily focuses on cadre building and recruiting fresh talent at entry levels rather than lateral hiring.

Making real progress on DEI beyond Pride Month

25th Jun 2025 by Jagriti Kumari in Diversity, #HRCommunity

How organisations like Volvo Group India, Fidelity International, Hitachi Payment Services, and Providence are embedding DEI into their workplace DNA and building cultures of belonging—every day of the year.

AI is a matter of survival: Jennifer Mecherippady

25th Jun 2025 by Varun Jain in Technology, #HRCommunity, #Artificial Intelligence

The IT industry, specifically, is intensely focused on leveraging AI to accelerate software development and managed services. There's a huge need to go to market faster, so they're genuinely serious about improving their internal efficiency.

What it takes to build the future-ready workforce

24th Jun 2025 by Samriddhi Srivastava in Talent Management, Recruitment, Leadership, #HRTech, #HRCommunity

In a largely on-site industry, Alembic CHRO Namita Patwari champions flexibility rooted in empathy—stating that inclusion begins with understanding day-to-day realities.