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Can you really cut costs and still care? Sudip Indani, MD & Head of People Solutions at Lockton India, believes the smartest investment in tough times is in people. In his view, slashing budgets without seeing the bigger picture can break trust, sap productivity, and dent your employer brand. His advice? Lead with care, build capability, and the returns will follow. Read more here

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With over three decades of experience with HAL, MG Balasubrahmanya has made significant contributions to the entire spectrum of Human Resources.

Vodafone announces CFO Luka Mucic’s exit

Luka Mucic has decided to step down to pursue an external opportunity with Vonovia SE as Chief Executive Officer.

Wells Fargo to shut Chennai GCC, employees asked to relocate to Bengaluru or Hyderabad

As part of its global location strategy, the American banking giant will phase out operations in Chennai over the next three years, sparking concerns and criticism among employees and observers.

Lockton India’s leader on balancing cost, care, and capability in volatile times

Sudip Indani shares how organisations can move from reactive to resilient by focusing on data, empathy, and long-term value in their people strategies.

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From battlefield to boardroom: What ‘Operation Sindoor’ teaches us about HR leadership

‘Operation Sindoor’ is a powerful metaphor for HR leaders that they must lead with clarity, prepare for uncertainty, and execute with conviction.

Google lays off 200 employees as AI ambitions take centre stage

As Google trims another 200 roles from its global business unit, the tech giant sharpens its focus on AI, agility, and customer-centric restructuring.

Workforce remix: How to jam with every generation?

A deep dive into how generational experiences shape workplace expectations, attitudes, and leadership preferences. Read on to explore how India’s multigenerational workforce can collaborate, innovate, and thrive—together.

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