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Two-Day DARPAN Shivir inaugurated at SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant

Newsmantra — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:31:45 +0000

A two-day DARPAN Shivir was organised at Rourkela Steel Plant with the participation of executives and delegates from various SAIL plants and units, along with representatives from Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

The Shivir was formally inaugurated by Mr. Tarun Misra, Executive Director–HR, Rourkela Steel Plant, at the Indo-German Club on 10 August 2026. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Misra said that the programme would provide an opportunity for participants from across SAIL to reflect, learn and exchange ideas on strengthening performance assessment and nurturing talent within the organisation.

Mr. Sanjay Virmani, former Chief Human Resources Officer, Tata Steel, and Mr. Atish Chandra Sarkar, CGM I/c–Services, Rourkela Steel Plant, along with senior officers of Rourkela Steel Plant and officials from BCG, were present on the occasion.

The inaugural session featured addresses by Mr. Atish Chandra Sarkar and Mr. Sanjay Virmani, who shared their valuable thoughts, insights and perspectives on performance management, organisational growth and people development.

It is noteworthy that, DARPAN stands for ‘Driving Advancement by Reimagining Performance Assessment and Nurturing’. The initiative aims to make performance management clearer, more transparent and objective through well-defined roles, SMART Key Performance Areas (KPAs) and measurable targets. It also seeks to strengthen accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement while nurturing employees and fostering a culture of excellence.

NTPC Honored as Most Preferred Workplace 2026-27 for People Centric Excellence

Newsmantra — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:57:38 +0000

NEW DELHI. NTPC has been recognized as a Most Preferred Workplace 2026-27 at the 6th Edition of the Most Preferred Workplace by Team Marksmen. This prestigious recognition reflects NTPC’s unwavering commitment to its core People before PLF philosophy, fostering an inclusive, people-centric environment where employees are fully empowered to learn, grow, and excel.

The award was proudly received on behalf of the organization by Shri C Kumar, Executive Director (HR), during a ceremony held in Mumbai.

Shri Ayush Gupta Named Among ETHR World Thought Leaders 2026

Newsmantra — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:48:50 +0000

NEW DELHI. GAIL (India) Limited’s Director of HR, Shri Ayush Gupta, has been recognized among the ET HR World Thought Leaders 2026 for the third consecutive year. This prestigious honor celebrates visionary leaders who are actively shaping the future of work through innovation and people-centric strategies. With over 34 years of rich professional experience, Shri Gupta continues to play a pivotal role in aligning GAIL’s human capital strategy with sustainable corporate growth and nation-building.

Under his leadership, GAIL has successfully launched several pioneering HR transformation initiatives aimed at building a future-ready, inclusive workforce. These flagship programs include ” GAIL Abha” (an entrepreneurship initiative for employee spouses), AI “ Tarang “ (driving company-wide AI adoption), “Spandan “ (promoting holistic employee well-being), and “ Manthan “ (an internal innovation and suggestion scheme). This recognition stands as a testament to Shri Gupta’s exemplary leadership and underscores GAIL’s unwavering commitment to nurturing talent and empowering its people.

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MOIL Limited Honored with Maharashtra State Best Employer Brand Award 2025

Newsmantra — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:34:22 +0000

NAGPUR. State-owned mining major MOIL Limited has been honored with the prestigious Maharashtra State Best Employer Brand Award 2025, in recognition of its outstanding commitment to employee development, workplace excellence, and an inclusive culture of shared success. As one of India’s leading manganese ore producers, MOIL has consistently prioritized human capital as a core pillar of its growth strategy, focusing heavily on robust employee engagement, professional skill development, and the encouragement of innovation. Company officials emphasized that this prestigious accolade highlights the profound dedication of its workforce and reinforces MOIL’s ongoing mission to nurture talent while sustaining a high-performance, collaborative workplace environment.