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AI Fear vs Reality: $7.2 Billion Founder Arvind Jain Says Employees Are Safer Than They Think 

AI Fear vs Reality: $7.2 Billion Founder Arvind Jain Says Employees Are Safer Than They Think 

One of Silicon Valley's most prominent founders is resisting the influx of AI fear in the workplace—with a vengeance. Artificial intelligence isn't taking anyone's place, said Arvind Jain, the IIT Delhi alumnus and founder and

AI Not to Blame? Intuit Cuts 3,000 Jobs as CEO Defends Massive Layoff Decision 

AI Not to Blame? Intuit Cuts 3,000 Jobs as CEO Defends Massive Layoff Decision 

Intuit cuts 3,000 workers in a massive job cut decision defended by the CEO. As a shock to the tech industry, Intuit has joined the ranks of companies making huge announcements about hiring cuts as

Family Pension Rules May Change: Could Widowed Daughters-in-Law Soon Qualify? 

Family Pension Rules May Change: Could Widowed Daughters-in-Law Soon Qualify? 

A recent trend of social media posts and messages suggests that the central government is contemplating increasing the family pension benefits for the daughters-in-law of deceased government officials. With the debates on eligibility for pension,

8th Pay Commission Explained: How to Submit CPC Feedback, Eligibility Rules & Documents You Need 

8th Pay Commission Explained: How to Submit CPC Feedback, Eligibility Rules & Documents You Need 

The 8th Pay Commission is now seeking the suggestions of the central government employees, pensioners and recognised associations, and the clock is ticking. The online consultation window is only open till May 31, 2026. When

Shaadi.com’s One-Day WFH Policy Sparks New Debate on Hybrid Work in India 

Shaadi.com’s One-Day WFH Policy Sparks New Debate on Hybrid Work in India 

A Single Tweet That Moved the Needle  Anupam Mittal, founder and CEO of People Group and Shaadi.com, probably did not anticipate a national debate in a single day when he announced that his 500-plus employees

Germany May Scrap Traditional 8-Hour Workday — Here’s What Workers Think 

Germany May Scrap Traditional 8-Hour Workday — Here’s What Workers Think 

Germany is about to witness a historic reform of the legal landscape on the job market. A draft overhaul of the country's working hours laws is to be completed by June 2026, the government has

Green Card Dreams on Hold? Indian H-1B Employees Face Fresh Uncertainty 

Green Card Dreams on Hold? Indian H-1B Employees Face Fresh Uncertainty 

The dream of having a Green Card has seemed more remote than ever for hundreds of thousands of Indian H-1B workers who have been employed in some of the nation's most technologically advanced areas. Indian

2.6 Million Unemployed: Which French Industries Are Cutting Jobs the Fastest? 

2.6 Million Unemployed: Which French Industries Are Cutting Jobs the Fastest? 

The issue of employment is a serious problem in France. In the first quarter of 2026, the unemployment rate in France reached 8.1%, the highest level since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving some

Oracle Layoffs Hit Indian Campuses: What Students Can Do If a Job Offer Is Withdrawn 

Oracle Layoffs Hit Indian Campuses: What Students Can Do If a Job Offer Is Withdrawn 

The Oracle has started to make cuts to India's top engineering colleges, affecting hundreds of final-year students. The placement cells across the country report that Oracle has withdrawn offers of full-time jobs and internships from

UK Job Cuts Surge in 2026: Which Industries Are Freezing Hiring First? 

UK Job Cuts Surge in 2026: Which Industries Are Freezing Hiring First? 

Britain's labour market is in its roughest year for years. The sluggish economy, high inflation and geopolitical uncertainty are roaring into a triple threat, as job losses begin to ramp up in the UK —