MetaNinza has appointed Anand Mishra as Co-Founder and Chief of Staff to strengthen execution, growth, and governance across its gaming and esports engagement ecosystem as the platform scales community-led rewards, tournaments, and creator-focused programs across India and Southeast Asia.
Vantage Circle has appointed four senior global leaders to its Advisory Board, strengthening its focus on leadership development, human capital strategy, and future-of-work transformation as enterprises seek more integrated, human-centric employee experience platforms.
Yugap Wellness has appointed Dr. Satish Singh as Board Member – Scientific Committee, strengthening its scientific and regulatory governance. With over 18 years of experience across pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, food, and Ayurveda, Dr. Singh will support evidence-backed, compliant wellness product development aligned with global healthcare standards.
A new Primus Partners report highlights that India’s gig economy, while generating large-scale employment, faces challenges around income growth, skill progression, and social security. The study calls for structured skilling pathways, portable benefits, and workforce mobility frameworks to help 23.5 million youth transition toward sustainable livelihoods.
Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd has appointed Dr. Trusar D. Bagul as Independent Director to strengthen board-level scientific, technical, and governance capabilities. A PhD in Organic Chemistry with global patents and decades of industry experience, Dr. Bagul will support Shivtek’s innovation, R&D, and sustainable growth roadmap.
Vantage Circle has appointed Sunita Rebecca Cherian to its Advisory Board, strengthening its people strategy and governance expertise. A former Wipro leader with three decades of HR and culture experience, Sunita will support Vantage Circle’s mission to build meaningful, inclusive, and human-centered employee recognition and wellness solutions globally.
Haleon has appointed Kedar Lele as President for India Subcontinent, effective January 2026. Joining the Haleon Executive Team, Lele brings over 25 years of leadership experience across FMCG and consumer businesses, and will drive Haleon’s growth ambitions and everyday health mission in India.
Mphasis has appointed Girish Srikrishna Paranjpe as Chairperson of its Board, effective January 7, 2026. An Independent Director since October 2024, Paranjpe brings deep experience in banking, technology, and investments as the company advances its AI-led, platform-driven growth strategy.
DEE Development Engineers Limited has appointed Brham Prakash Yadav as Chief Financial Officer, effective January 2026. With over 30 years of experience across listed manufacturing companies, Yadav will strengthen financial strategy, governance, and capital planning as DDEL builds on strong FY26 performance and a robust order book.
Thyrocare Technologies Limited has appointed Rajdeep Panwar as Chief Commercial Officer to strengthen its commercial strategy and customer focus across India. With extensive experience in diagnostics, P&L management and multi-market expansion, Rajdeep will lead revenue growth, customer engagement and nationwide business expansion as Thyrocare continues to scale.
SKF India Ltd. (Automotive) has appointed Bhavna Panigrahi as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective January 1, 2026. With over 18 years of HR leadership experience, she will lead people strategy, talent management, leadership development, and organisational effectiveness to support long-term growth and an inclusive, performance-driven culture.
IREDA has announced senior finance leadership appointments to strengthen financial management and governance. Shri Tusarkant Parida has joined as Executive Director (Finance & Accounts), while Shri Jagdeep Singh has taken charge as General Manager (Finance & Accounts) and Head of Internal Audit.
Cosmo First has appointed Saurabh Jain as CEO of its pet care division Zigly and Head – Corporate Development. With over 16 years of experience across packaging films, investment banking and corporate strategy, Saurabh will lead Zigly’s expansion while driving strategic growth initiatives for Cosmo First.
API Holdings has appointed Shashi Tiwari as Chief Human Resource Officer to lead its people strategy as the group scales its digital healthcare businesses. With over 20 years of HR leadership experience across Infosys and Glenmark, Shashi will focus on building a future-ready, people-first organisation.
Thyrocare Technologies has appointed Dr Ramesh Kinha as Chief Operating Officer to strengthen laboratory operations and quality standards nationwide. With over 17 years of experience across leading diagnostics organisations, Dr Kinha will drive operational excellence and enhance diagnostic accuracy as Thyrocare continues to scale across India.
Tenable has appointed Vlad Korsunsky as Chief Technology Officer and Managing Director of Tenable Israel. With over 25 years of cybersecurity leadership and a decade at Microsoft, Korsunsky will drive Tenable’s AI strategy, platform innovation, and the expansion of the Tenable One Exposure Management Platform.
Reliance Jio has set a world record by engaging 52,913 employees in the largest online corporate yoga session by a single organisation, recognised by the World Records Union. Conducted with Habuild, the initiative highlights Jio’s strong commitment to workplace wellbeing, mental health, and sustainable employee productivity at scale.
Super Chennai has appointed Karthik Nagappan as its new CEO, marking a renewed focus on civic pride, cultural storytelling, and global visibility for Chennai. With a strong background in media, brand building, and urban identity campaigns, Karthik aims to amplify Chennai’s voice through community-driven initiatives and creative collaboration.
An HCL Healthcare study reveals a growing mental health crisis in Indian workplaces, with young professionals most affected. The report highlights rising anxiety, low mood, poor sleep, and calls for urgent mental health first-aid and preventive workplace interventions.
A curated roundup of global HR news highlighting workforce strategies, employee welfare, restructuring, pay transparency, AI-driven job changes, and evolving labour practices across industries. These developments offer critical insights into how organisations worldwide are responding to economic, social, and technological shifts.
Spring House Workspaces has appointed Saurabh Kalra as its new COO, bringing 23+ years of leadership across manufacturing, exports, and retail. As the company expands beyond its 8 lakh sq. ft. workspace footprint in Delhi-NCR, Saurabh will drive operational excellence, center expansion, and enhanced workspace experiences.
Beyond Key showcased how Microsoft 365, Copilot, Power Platform, AI innovation, and modern data strategies are transforming enterprise productivity at TechCon Dallas 2025. The company highlighted real-world adoption models, responsible AI practices, and the future of intelligent, secure, and data-driven workplaces.
Casagrand has rewarded 800 employees with a fully sponsored week-long Singapore trip, soon after flying 1,000 employees to London. Partnering with Travelogy, the company curated a seamless, immersive travel experience featuring city tours, top attractions, and a grand gala dinner, reflecting its strong culture of employee recognition.
NTT DATA has appointed Dr. Bratin Saha as CEO of its newly formed AI company, NTT DATA AIVista, Inc., headquartered in Silicon Valley. With leadership experience at NVIDIA, AWS, and DigitalOcean, Saha will drive AI-native business growth and accelerate the launch of advanced AI solutions across NTT group companies.
India’s EPC sector is witnessing a 51% surge in hiring demand since 2020, led by Tier-1 cities contributing 80% of requirements. Mumbai and Delhi dominate hiring, while Roads & Highways account for the largest share at 26%. CIEL HR’s latest study highlights rising tech-enabled roles and widening talent shortages.
India’s EPC sector is witnessing a 51% surge in hiring demand since 2020, led by Tier-1 cities contributing 80% of requirements. Mumbai and Delhi dominate hiring, while Roads & Highways account for the largest share at 26%. CIEL HR’s latest study highlights rising tech-enabled roles and widening talent shortages.
CXO Roundtable 2025 brought industry leaders together in New Delhi to discuss sustainable workplaces, ESG leadership, and responsible business practices. The event marked the unveiling of BEZEL, a sustainability and HR advisory focused on strengthening governance and people-centric business frameworks.
AuthBridge has appointed Ankit Singhal as Vice President – Accounts & Finance. With 15+ years of experience across Paytm, Clix Capital, and Reliance Jio, he brings strong expertise in FP&A, controllership, investor relations, and compliance. His leadership will further strengthen AuthBridge’s financial strategy and support sustainable business growth.
IIM Calcutta Innovation Park has appointed Dr. V. K. Rai as its new CEO, marking a strategic step toward expanding its national presence and strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem. With three decades of expertise in defence technology and startup-led innovation, Dr. Rai will drive entrepreneurship, deep-tech growth and Aatmanirbhar Bharat priorities.
Hinduja Global Solutions (HGS) has approved the reappointment of Vynsley Fernandes as Whole-time Director and CEO of its Media Business for a three-year term starting November 14, 2025. Fernandes will continue to lead HGS’s digital media ecosystem, including NXTDIGITAL, ONEOTT iNTERTAINMENT Ltd., and related technology and content services.
Vantage Circle has launched Intelligent Recognition, a major upgrade to its employee rewards and recognition platform. Powered by behavioral science and the WISE framework, the solution delivers personalized, data-driven, and performance-aligned recognition to help organizations strengthen culture, boost engagement, and improve retention through meaningful and timely appreciation.
Schneider Electric has appointed Bhavna Verma as Vice President – Strategy and M&A, marking her return to the company. With extensive experience in strategy, consulting, and M&A across global organizations, she will lead corporate strategy, software strategy, sales excellence, and CSR for the Greater India zone.
DRA Homes has introduced a groundbreaking ₹125 crore ESOP program, offering stock ownership to its entire 325-member workforce. Along with performance incentives and international retreats, the initiative reinforces the company’s commitment to shared growth, inclusivity, and people-first leadership within the Indian real estate industry.
Vantage Circle has released its global report, The State of Recognition & Rewards 2025: From Intent to Impact, highlighting what differentiates highly effective recognition programs. The study uncovers key trends, emotional drivers, and AI-powered innovations shaping modern R&R practices across global markets including North America, India, and the UAE.
Dinesh Engineers Limited (DEPL), a leading telecom infrastructure and turnkey project management company, has appointed Brajesh Singh as its new Group CEO. With nearly 30 years of diverse leadership experience, Singh will focus on driving innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth across DEPL’s telecom and infrastructure businesses.
TELUS Digital India is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance customer experience and leadership development. By integrating AI into daily operations, feedback systems, and growth strategies, the company is fostering a people-first culture that blends human empathy with data-driven insights for stronger, more responsive leadership.
Sanofi India Limited has appointed Deepak Arora as its new Managing Director, effective October 27, 2025. With over 30 years of global experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, Deepak will lead Sanofi’s strategic growth, innovation, and operational excellence across India, reinforcing its commitment to patient care and inclusion.
Serentica Renewables has appointed Anil Kumar Singh as Director – Operations. With over 33 years of cross-sector experience, Anil will drive operational excellence and strengthen Serentica’s renewable energy mission. His leadership will support the company’s goal to deliver reliable green power to India’s hard-to-abate industries.
Loom Solar has partnered with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV), a Central University under the Ministry of Railways, to co-develop skill-based programs for India’s renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. This collaboration will combine academic excellence with industry expertise to build a future-ready workforce for Viksit Bharat 2047.
At SHRM MENA 25 in Dubai, Vantage Circle led discussions on how empathy, equity, and AI are reshaping people-first workplaces. Their panel, “Where Human Empathy Meets AI,” explored how intelligent recognition can enhance inclusive cultures, driving engagement while preserving human connection across global teams.
Schneider Electric has named Damini Chaudhari as Vice President – Services, Greater India, effective October 1, 2025. She succeeds Ramesh Jha, who transitions to a new global role. Ms. Chaudhari will now lead the services business and ESE MV segment, strengthening Schneider’s transformation and leadership pipeline.
JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar has appointed Ruchi Thapa as Assistant Director of Food & Beverage. With experience from the Leela, Four Seasons, and Aspect Hospitality, she will oversee the hotel’s F&B operations, elevate guest experiences, and drive innovation. Her leadership promises enhanced service quality and memorable dining moments.
Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd has appointed Gurpreet Singh as President – Finance and Pankaj Pandey as Head – Human Resources. With over 25 years in finance and over a decade in HR leadership, the duo will drive financial discipline, governance excellence, and people-centric culture as Shivtek strengthens its growth and transformation agenda.
Renault India strengthens its design and engineering leadership with Sandeep Bhambra as Head of Renault Design Centre India and Dr. Vikraman V as Chief of Renault Engineering at RNTBCI, Chennai. These appointments reinforce India’s role as a global hub for automotive design, R&D, and innovation under Renault’s global transformation strategy.
Electrum Portfolio Managers has appointed Tejas Gutka as Fund Manager. With nearly 19 years of experience in equity research and portfolio management at Tata Mutual Fund and Tamohara Investment Managers, he adds depth to Electrum’s investment team. His value-aware growth approach will help bolster the firm’s client-centric, research-driven investment philosophy.
MMTC-PAMP has appointed Samit Guha as Managing Director & CEO, following his tenure as Chief Finance & Technology Officer and Interim CEO. With nearly 30 years of experience across finance, technology transformation, and leadership in diverse sectors, he will guide MMTC-PAMP into its next phase of innovation and expansion.
Primus Partners has appointed Sunita Mohanty as Managing Director of its Public Policy vertical. With over two decades of experience in technology, governance, and public service—including leadership roles at Invest India and Google—she will collaborate with governments and global institutions to drive sustainable growth and citizen-centric policy impact
Anaptyss expands its executive leadership by appointing Utpal Kumar Sengupta as Chief Business Officer. Leveraging nearly two decades in banking transformation and commercial lending, he will lead strategic growth, product innovation, client engagement, and go-to-market execution, reinforcing the company’s AI-powered transformation agenda in the global BFSI space.
STEER World has appointed Ovais Sarmad—former UNFCCC Deputy Executive Secretary and GHG Protocol Vice-Chair—to its Advisory Board. With over three decades in climate policy, global governance, and sustainable development, he will guide the company’s responsible materials innovation and deepen its impact in sustainable technologies.
Schneider Electric has appointed Jai Sharma as Chief Financial Officer for its Greater India Zone, succeeding Preeti Gupta Mohanty, who becomes Senior VP of Finance for International Operations. This transition underscores the company’s focus on leadership continuity and India’s role as a talent hub within the organization.
NLB Services has entered the Global Capability Center (GCC) market with a “GCC-as-a-Service” offering. Abhilash Raghavan is appointed Chief Business Officer to lead strategy. The company targets USD 200 million in GCC revenue over the next five years across India, North America, Asia, UK, and Europe.
Healthium Medtech has appointed Vinod T. Varghese as Group Chief Human Resources Officer (G-CHRO). With nearly three decades of HR leadership at firms like Alstom, 3M, Colt, Ernst & Young, and HSBC, he will drive people strategy and cultural alignment to support Healthium’s global growth trajectory.
FTA Global has appointed Rohit Salian as Vice President – Brand & Strategy. With over 12 years in creative advertising at NP Digital, Oliver+, and Creative Land Asia, Rohit will also lead FTA Creative Labs, an innovation hub blending human storytelling with AI to deliver future-ready brand narratives.
Rahul Guha, currently MD & CEO of Thyrocare Technologies, will also assume the role of MD & CEO at API Holdings from August 27, 2025. This appointment aligns with API’s strategy to consolidate leadership across its healthcare and diagnostics businesses. Siddharth Shah will move to Vice Chairman and Director.
Shree Cement appoints Jay Mukhopadhyay as Corporate Safety Head. With over three decades in HSE leadership, he will lead safety strategy, promote behavioural safety practices, and reinforce a zero‑harm culture across all plants and project sites. His appointment underlines Shree Cement’s commitment to safety excellence.
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FTA Global strengthens its leadership with Yatin Bhasin as VP Sales & Marketing and Tasneem Calcuttawala as VP Operations & Delivery. With 15+ years at NP Digital, Google, and more, they will drive strategic growth, market expansion, and operational excellence to position FTA Global as a leader in marketing technology.
Araiya Hotels & Resorts has appointed Manish Kumar as Vice President – Operations. With over 25 years in hospitality at brands like Royal Orchid Hotels, The Lalit, and The Park, he will lead project planning, operational efficiency, and strategic expansion across Araiya’s luxury properties.
WIKA India appoints Sandesh Shah as Chief Financial Officer. With over 24 years in financial leadership at Kirloskar Ebara and Wirtgen India, he will lead financial strategy, planning, and resource optimization to support WIKA’s long-term growth and strengthen its position in the Indian market.
Knauf India appoints Gaunik Jeet Singh as Head of Marketing. An ISB alumnus with 19 years of experience at Hero MotoCorp, AkzoNobel, Airtel, and Spice Mobility, he’ll lead multi-channel marketing initiatives to elevate brand visibility and strategy in the Indian building and construction sector.
Tenon Group appoints Amit Srivastava as Group Head – Human Resources. With 23 years of HR experience at firms like Genpact, Dell, Flipkart, and Hewitt, he will lead strategic business partnering, talent management, and employee engagement to build a future-ready workforce across India, the UK, Singapore, and Germany
Visionet Systems’ Global Head of BPS, Anand Sampath, will now also oversee operations at its India center. With 20+ years of leadership, he’ll strengthen delivery excellence, operational rigor, and innovation in Bengaluru’s core hub as Visionet deepens investment in India.
Alphion India appoints former BSNL CMD Anupam Shrivastava as Senior Advisor. He will assist in shaping policy frameworks and government engagements to accelerate Alphion’s broadband, optical networking, and IoT growth, riding India’s rural digital adoption wave.
Covasant Technologies appoints industry veteran Phaneesh Murthy to its Advisory Board as Non‑Executive Director. With a proven track record scaling Infosys and iGATE, Murthy will guide Covasant’s global Enterprise AI strategy and Agentic AI-based innovation, shaping the firm’s expansion into healthcare, BFSI, manufacturing, and media sectors.
Asia Healthcare Holdings (AHH) has appointed Arvind N Sivaramakrishnan as Chief Technology Officer. With a stellar background spanning Ramco, DXC Technology, Apollo Hospitals, and Karkinos Healthcare, he will lead digital infrastructure, AI integration, cybersecurity, telehealth, and EHR optimization across AHH’s single-specialty healthcare verticals.
Kisani Urjaa has appointed agritech veteran Anand Behl as Chief Business Officer to lead national expansion of its tech-driven agri-energy solutions. Bringing over 30 years of global experience, he’ll develop precision farming, feedstock supply chains, and regenerative agriculture partnerships—empowering farmers and scaling a climate-smart Agri-Energy ecosystem.
Pocket Entertainment promotes Umesh Bude to CTO. With nearly two decades of engineering, data science, and AI experience, Umesh will lead end-to-end tech strategy across Pocket FM, Pocket Toons, and Pocket Novel—driving generative AI, innovative storytelling, and global product scaling under co‑founder Prateek Dixit’s leadership.
DEE Development Engineers has appointed Shruti Aggarwal as Whole‑Time Director for a five‑year term effective April 14, 2025. With 13+ years at the company, she will manage financial strategy, planning, and compliance, while providing data-driven operational insights and continuing board roles at group firms Malwa Power and DEE Fabricom India.
DriveX Mobility has appointed Vipin Yadav as Vice President & Head of Marketing. With 17 years across top consumer brands like Hisense, Toshiba, and OPPO, Yadav will lead omnichannel marketing, brand strategy, digital innovation, and customer engagement—supporting DriveX’s rapid expansion toward 500 outlets by 2027.
WSO2 appoints Navneet Kaur as Vice President & General Manager for APAC. With 20+ years of leadership experience at Salesforce, MuleSoft, and Capgemini, she will drive digital transformation, regional growth, and customer-centric strategies across India, SAARC, Southeast Asia, ANZ, Japan, and Korea.
WHSmith India elevates Shantanu Chakravartty to CEO and Director, tasking him with tripling revenue to ₹500 cr over four years and expanding its store network fivefold. With a proven record during COVID and seven years of leadership, he will steer growth, store expansion, and tech-driven retail transformation.
NBR Group has appointed Murli Padmanabhan as Vice President – Sales Operations to enhance its go-to-market strategy, operational efficiency, and sales productivity. With over 35 years of cross-industry experience, Murli will lead initiatives to streamline performance analytics and implement scalable sales processes.
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