Shaping young HR leaders
Paras Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Balkishan Sharma as Group Chief Human Resources Officer (Group CHRO) and Business Transformation Officer. In this role, Mr. Sharma will lead workforce transformation, business initiatives, and the development of a high-performance, values-driven culture across the organization.
The interview panel had narrowed the decision down to three candidates, from whom they needed to select two for the final offer. The profiles were similar: strong academic qualifications, relevant summer internships, success in case competitions, and high levels of extracurricular engagement.
Across India, organizations are racing to become AI-driven. Banks are deploying credit-scoring models, IT firms are automating project planning, and manufacturers are experimenting with predictive maintenance.
Indian Beverage Association (IBA), India’s national apex body for the non-alcoholic beverage industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Gunveena Chadha as its new Secretary General.
Worldwide, the higher education system experiences rapid changes which create a critical period for India to establish itself as an international educational center. India has become an educational destination because of its vast youth demographic and its developing digital networks and its commitment to educational excellence through innovative methods.
The era of viewing Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an optional add-on or a standalone technology initiative is firmly behind us. In 2026, AI will no longer sit at the periphery of Human Resources, it will become the central nervous system powering people strategy.
A few years ago, technology leadership was defined by stability. Systems needed to run. Networks needed to be secure. If nothing broke, the job was considered done. But in 2026, that definition no longer holds the ground.
In a landmark achievement for Indian higher education, IIT Bombay today announced the completion and operationalisation of Project Evergreen—a fully alumni-led initiative that has transformed the Institute’s student housing infrastructure.
For years, People Engagement has been spoken about as a concept, sometimes even reduced to a checklist > events, touchpoints, communities, platforms. My belief is different. People Engagement is not a term. It is a purpose.
Artificial intelligence has evolved from a high-end luxury into an essential daily tool. It empowers people to work faster and smarter by understanding the context of a task rather than just following rigid commands.
In observance of National Road Safety Week starting 11 January, ASG Eye Hospital has announced a month-long nationwide initiative (till 11 February).
Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, inaugurated 13 new smart industrial estates and medical devices park at the event. Highlighting industry-ready workforce as the need of the hour, PM Modi also assured investors of a robust education and skill development ecosystem present in Gujarat.
