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Byju’s Employees and Students Demand Compensation
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Byju’s Employees and Students Demand Compensation

Byju’s, once India’s most valued edtech startup, is facing severe financial distress, leaving employees unpaid and students without access to learning materials. Since entering insolvency proceedings in July 2024, the company has struggled to fulfill salary commitments and compensate affected students, despite repeated assurances from founder and CEO Byju Raveendran. With legal battles, investor disputes, […]

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Cognizant Mandates WFH as Bengaluru Faces Worst Flooding
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Cognizant Mandates WFH as Bengaluru Faces Worst Flooding

Bengaluru, India’s IT capital, has been grappling with severe flooding following two days of relentless rainfall, prompting Cognizant Technology Solutions to mandate work-from-home (WFH) for its employees on May 20. The decision comes as major tech corridors, including Koramangala, HSR Layout, BTM Layout, and Marathahalli, remain submerged, disrupting daily commutes and crippling office access. While […]

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Women Employees in Odisha Get Clarity on Maternity Leave Rules
Labour Law

Women Employees in Odisha Get Clarity on Maternity Leave Rules

Odisha government has introduced clear guidelines regarding maternity leave for women government employees, aiming to resolve confusion surrounding eligibility and duration under various circumstances. The new framework, approved by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, provides structured leave policies for expectant mothers, those joining service post-childbirth, and cases involving miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn death. Key Highlights […]

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JPMorgan Chase Offers Global Student Programs & Internships
Employment

JPMorgan Chase Offers Global Student Programs & Internships

JPMorgan Chase & Co. has unveiled an expanded suite of student programs & Internships aimed at nurturing the next generation of professionals in finance, technology, and business. These initiatives, ranging from early insight experiences to full-time placements, are designed to provide students worldwide with practical exposure and skill development opportunities. Diverse Pathways for Aspiring Professionals […]

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Bimal Rath on How Embracing Technology is Transforming L&D
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Bimal Rath on How Embracing Technology is Transforming L&D

Bimal Rath on the Changing Face of L&D Through Embracing Technology Bimal is Co-Founder & Managing Director of Think Talent Services, a firm specializing in leadership development & talent management. Prior to his consulting career, Bimal had deep corporate experience across different industries and geographies, including the USA, the Middle East, Africa, and APAC. His […]

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Samsung Workers Secure Wage Hike After Year-Long Protest
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Samsung Workers Secure Wage Hike After Year-Long Protest

Samsung India and its workers’ union have reached a three-year wage agreement, ending a year-long protest at the company’s Sriperumbudur plant in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu Labour Minister C V Ganesan actively facilitated the resolution after conducting multiple rounds of negotiations between Samsung India management and the CITU-backed Samsung India Workers’ Union (Siwu). The agreement […]

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8th Pay Commission: What Can Employees Expect?
Labour Law

8th Pay Commission: What Can Employees Expect?

8th Pay Commission, announced in January 2025, is expected to bring significant salary and pension hikes for over 1 crore central government employees and retirees. The commission will review potential adjustments to salaries, pensions, and allowances to ensure fair compensation. A key focus will be on the fitment factor, a multiplier used to revise pay […]

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HCLTech appoints Kiran Cherukuri as Global GCC Practice Leader
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HCLTech appoints Kiran Cherukuri as Global GCC Practice Leader

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has announced the appointment of Kiran Cherukuri as its Global GCC Practice Leader. Kiran, a seasoned industry expert with over three decades of experience, will be responsible for scaling HCLTech’s GCC offerings, leveraging the company’s technology portfolio and corporate functions capabilities. Strengthening GCC Leadership at HCLTech HCLTech has been […]

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Accenture Rolls Out 3-13% Salary Hike for Senior Employees
Compensation

Accenture Rolls Out 3-13% Salary Hike for Senior Employees

Global IT consulting giant Accenture has rolled out salary hikes ranging from 3% to 13% for employees at Level 8 (Associate Manager) and above, marking the first such increment in two-and-a-half years. The move signals cautious optimism amid ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainties. While the highest salary hike bracket reaches double digits, employees remain lukewarm […]

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Bharti AXA Life Insurance Launches BIMA BHARTI Apprenticeship
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Bharti AXA Life Insurance Launches BIMA BHARTI Apprenticeship

Bharti AXA Life Insurance has announced the launch of its flagship apprenticeship program, BIMA BHARTI, aimed at empowering young talent and women in the insurance sector. This initiative is part of the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS), introduced in the Union Budget 2025, and aligns with the Government of India’s vision of youth empowerment and […]

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AI Won’t Kill Jobs—It Will Transform Them, Says InfoEdge CEO
Technology

AI Won’t Kill Jobs—It Will Transform Them, Says InfoEdge CEO

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries worldwide, Hitesh Oberoi, CEO and MD of InfoEdge, has shared his insights on how AI is influencing the Indian job market. In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Hitesh emphasized that artificial intelligence is not simply eliminating jobs but rather transforming the nature of work, […]

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HCLTech Offers Apprenticeship Program Rewarding IT career
Employment

HCLTech Offers Apprenticeship Program Rewarding IT career

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, is broadening its Apprenticeship Program to provide aspiring tech professionals with paid training, hands-on experience, and the opportunity to earn a college degree without incurring student debt. An apprenticeship is the start of a rewarding IT career. Here you will gain skills and knowledge through facilitated learning and hands-on […]

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