India HR Guide

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh, with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep explains what the new national budget means for HR practitioners in India. He outlines five key areas that directly impact HR decisions, starting with major changes in contract labour taxation, where TDS on vendor payments will now drop to just 1–2%, simplifying business operations. He highlights the government’s stron...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh, with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh breaks down the rising trend of Quiet Quitting and its progression into Silent Resignation. He explains how employees may continue meeting job expectations, yet withdraw their discretionary effort, creativity, and problem‑solving—silently reducing organizational productivity. Mandeep highlights why this behaviour...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh, with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh demystifies the rising debate around moonlighting and dual employment in India. He explains the difference between the two—how moonlighting operates as a commercial, task‑based engagement, while dual employment remains legally restricted under Indian labour laws. Mandeep highlights why the real organisational con...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh, with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh explains the purpose and practical implications of non‑compete clauses that appear in appointment letters, HR policies, or separate agreements. He describes how organizations may restrict industries, companies, geographies or combinations of these, but clarifies that Indian law does not permit any clause that lim...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh, with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh explains how organizations should create their annual holiday calendars while ensuring legal compliance and employee acceptance. He highlights the three compulsory national holidays—Gandhi Jayanti, Independence Day and Republic Day—which must be observed across India. He discusses the challenge of accommodating d...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh, Interviewing is often assumed to be easy, but it’s a specialised skill that requires training. In this episode, Mandeep Singh explains how managers can conduct effective interviews even without formal preparation. The goal of any interview is threefold: verify the authenticity of the candidate’s credentials, assess their ability to deliver on job requiremen...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh, with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh explores why trust is one of the most cited core values in organisations. In this episode, he breaks down the pillars that make trust real and actionable in the Indian workplace. Reliability tops the list, keeping promises and delivering on commitments. Respect follows, recognising employees for their beliefs, sk...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh, with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh explains the Industrial Relations Code, a critical labour law reform focused on worker protection. The video clarifies who qualifies as a worker, introduces the concept of fixed-term workers and their entitlement to gratuity, and outlines key provisions on layoffs and retrenchments. Mandeep details compensation n...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep explores the Code of Occupational Health and Safety and its impact on organisations employing workers. This video explains who qualifies as a “worker” under the law and why organisations with 10 or more workers must comply. Learn about the new factory definition, registration requirements, and obligations for interstate...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep explores the Code of Social Security and its critical implications for organisations and employees. This video explains how the code is structured into sections, each with its own eligibility criteria, and why compliance matters. You’ll learn about maternity benefits, including 26 weeks of paid leave, crèche facilities,...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep explores the transformative Code of Wages and its far-reaching impact on organisations. In this video, Mandeep demystifies one of India’s most significant labour law reforms. You’ll learn about universal applicability (even if you employ one person), mandatory registration, and the shift to equal pay and non-discriminat...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep explores the critical question of how to truly assess HR domain expertise in this episode. He explains why HR knowledge is only 30% classroom-based and 70% gained through on-the-job experience, making evaluation far more complex than checking certifications. The video dives into practical insights on identifying depth v...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep emphasizes that training is a critical factor for individuals to deliver effectively in any organization. He points out that even similar tasks can be executed differently across companies, making a strong, standardized training system essential. While on-the-job training helps, it often varies by leader, leading to inc...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh, talks about the ongoing debate around work from home in organizations and employee forums. He emphasizes that it should become a mandatory part of organizational culture. Rather than debating its existence, Mandeep focuses on its impact on training, a key driver of productivity and employee engagement. He explain...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh explains what data science really means and how it impacts HR. He describes data science as a way to analyze and interpret data for better decisions, uncovering insights that aren’t obvious at first glance. HR holds vast employee data, demographics, compensation, performance, and more, and Mandeep shows how data s...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh discusses how as HR processes evolve with technology, resume screening is transforming through AI. It explains the shift from keyword-based filtering in traditional ATS to AI-powered systems that interpret resumes using language models. The key message: resumes now need to be longer and more detailed for machines,...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #MandeepSingh with 25 years of HR expertise, Mandeep Singh explores one of the most pressing challenges organizations face today: building a culture that enables employees to thrive. In his words, “Culture is what really ensures whether your organization is going forward, going backwards, or just surviving.” This video breaks down how to diagnose your current culture, def...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #Mandeep Singh, with 25 years of HR expertise, breaks down the real power of job descriptions. More than just a list of tasks, an effective JD creates transparency, aligns expectations across reporting lines, and ensures resources and mentoring are in place. Learn how to craft impactful job descriptions that include measurable outcomes of speed, quality, cost, so employee...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #Mandeep Singh who has 25 years of HR expertise shares in this video, why HR technology is gaining renewed attention and how organizations can leverage it effectively. Mandeep explains what HR tech really means, from simple data management systems to automation tools and advanced AI-driven platforms. Mandeep shares why strong, accurate data is the foundation for any succe...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #Mandeep Singh who has 24 years of HR expertise shares how Artificial Intelligence is making its way into Human Resources and transforming the way organisations manage talent. In this video, he breaks down what AI really means for us in HR, how it’s being applied across HR functions. Whether you're an HR leader or just curious about the future of work, this will help...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #Mandeep Singh who has 24 years of HR expertise, emphasizes that a well-designed Rewards and Recognition (RNR) strategy is essential for any organization aiming to drive employee engagement and retention. RNR refers to the structured approach of acknowledging and rewarding employees’ contributions- be it through trophies, certificates, public appreciation, or other incent...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #Mandeep Singh an HR expert with 24 years of experience, explains the concept of percentile positioning in salary benchmarking and compensation philosophy. Percentile positioning helps organizations compare their pay levels against competitors by showing where they stand relative to the market—for example, at the 60th or 90th percentile. Unlike percentages, percentiles re...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #Mandeep Singh an HR expert with 28 years of experience, describes the Organization Effectiveness (OE) function as a vital part of HR that helps define the right roles, skills, and headcount needed in an organization. OE works with business leaders to determine appropriate job descriptions, levels, and competencies for positions like executives, managers, and assistant ma...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #Mandeep Singh an HR Expert Mandeep Singh, with 24 years of HR experience, highlights that talent shortage is actually talent blindness caused by biases. He identifies four talent sources: job market, campus recruitment, hidden talent, and knowledge searching. Effective hiring combines these sources with methods like interviews, skill demonstrations, and solutioning. Mand...

#HRhelpdesk #IndiaHRGuide #Mandeep Singh an HR expert with 24 years of experience, explains the complexities of succession management in this insightful video. He emphasizes that preparing individuals for future leadership roles goes beyond current performance and requires a strategic approach. Mandeep highlights the importance of involving specialist advisors and tailoring development programs to...