To complement digital systems, HR professionals will need to strengthen emotional intelligence skills such as empathy, active listening, and conflict resolution. These human capabilities will also support the creation of personalised employee experiences, where data-driven insights guide decisions...
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When I think about 2026, I don't just see AI and automation transforming work; I see the human side of that change becoming more complex than ever. In my own experience, every big shift - whether it was hybrid work or automation - brought unexpected ER and IR challenges.
The dawn of 2026 in India does not merely mark another calendar year — it heralds a transformative chapter in labour governance and industrial relations, one rooted in comprehensive legal overhaul, rising global economic pressures, and the urgent need to recalibrate the balance between worker...
Gig Workers union calls strike, call for pay transparency, abrupt ID blocking and ban on quick delivery
Thousands of food delivery and gig platform workers in Delhi and across India have launched a strike today on New Year’s Eve, calling for major changes in how app-based delivery services operate. The industrial action is expected to disrupt food and quick-commerce deliveries at one of the busiest...
A D&B and Pluxeereport reveals that 53% of employees prioritise health and wellness benefits. Additionally, 55% emphasise mental health support as a top factor in creating an empowering work environment. Comprehensive wellness programs, including insurance top-ups, consultations, gym...



