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Unified Pension Scheme Exclusively for CG Employees Key Highlights

Government of India has introduced the Unified Pension Scheme UPS, a significant step aimed at pro...

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Renewable Energy Hiring in India to Rise in FY, Study Reveals

Indias renewable energy sector is set to witness a significant surge in hiring during FY, as dema...

Hiring

Hiring on Fire EPFO Data Shows Massive Growth in Workforce Participation

The Employees Provident Fund Organization EPFO has released provisional payroll data for Ja...

Employment

Accenture Q2FY25 Results: Key Highlights, HR & Hiring Trends

Yesterday on March 20, 2025, Accenture announced its second quarter results for the financial year 2025. The company has increased the lower end of its annual revenue forecast, reflecting growing demand for AI-driven solutions. The company’s ability to support clients in integrating AI tools, managing cloud migration, and strengthening data security has fueled its growth. […]

Diversity & Inclusion

Building the Pipeline: Cultivating Women Leaders in the Workplace

India’s female labour force participation rate (FLFPR) has seen a significant rise, jumping from 23.3% in 2017-18 to 41.7% in 2023-24, as per a recent Economic survey. However, the leadership pipeline is still leaky Women hold only 23.3% of board seats globally. In India Inc., women occupy just 18.3% of board seats. The Grant Thompson Women […]

Hiring

McDonald’s to Open India Office and GCC in Hyderabad, Creating 2,000 Jobs

McDonald’s, the global fast-food giant, has announced its decision to set up its India office and a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad. This initiative is expected to create an initial headcount of 2,000 employees, marking a significant investment in the region. The announcement was made following a meeting between McDonald’s Chairman and CEO Chris […]

Hiring

Infosys to Hire Experienced Tech Professionals Across 40+ Skill Sets

Infosys, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has announced a significant hiring initiative aimed at recruiting experienced technology professionals across more than 40 specialized skill sets. This is part of the company’s annual lateral hiring program and aimed at addressing talent needs for ongoing and new projects. The recruitment drive is expected to bolster […]

Layoffs

Siemens Announces 6,000 Job Cuts Globally Amid Market Challenges

German industrial giant Siemens has announced plans to cut over 6,000 jobs globally, citing weak demand and increasing competition in key markets such as China and Germany. The job cuts, which represent approximately 2% of Siemens’ global workforce, are part of a broader strategy to strengthen the company’s competitiveness and enable investments in growth markets. […]

Layoffs

Bengaluru IT Sector Faces AI Disruption: 50,000 Jobs Lost in 2024

Bengaluru, often referred to as the “Silicon Valley of India,” is grappling with one of its most severe job crises in recent history. Over 50,000 IT employees were laid off in 2024, primarily due to the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. This wave of layoffs has not only disrupted the lives of […]

Industry

TCS and Infosys: Adapting to the Challenges of U.S. Trade Policies

Global ratings agency Moody’s has released an insightful report analyzing the potential impact of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff policies on South and Southeast Asian companies including TCS and Infosys. Among the sectors affected, Indian IT giants Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys have been highlighted as relatively well-positioned to withstand the challenges posed by […]

EPFO Targets March 31 for EPS- 95 Higher Pension Processing, Over 70% Done

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to complete the processing of all applications under Pension on Higher Wages (PoHW) by March 31, 2025. This was confirmed during the 112th meeting of the Executive Committee (EC) of the Central Board of Trustees, EPF as a press release on Feb 26. The meeting was chaired […]

Partnership

HPE and NVIDIA Collaborate to Accelerate AI Adoption in Enterprises

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) and NVIDIA have announced a groundbreaking collaboration to introduce new enterprise AI solutions aimed at accelerating the time to value for generative, agentic, and physical AI. This partnership was unveiled during NVIDIA’s GTC 2025 event. It represents a major advancement in equipping businesses with tools to leverage the transformative power of […]

Appointments

Microsoft Names Amy Coleman as Chief People Officer

In a significant leadership reshuffle, Microsoft has announced the appointment of Amy Coleman as its Chief People Officer (CPO). Amy, a seasoned Microsoft executive with over 25 years of experience, will replace Kathleen Hogan, who has held the position for more than a decade. Kathleen will transition to a newly created role as Executive Vice […]

Employment

Top 15 Fastest Growing Essential Job Skills in India, 2025 Report

Technologies are advancing and Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of this shift, reshaping industries and job roles. According to LinkedIn, by 2030, 70% of job skills will change, requiring both companies and professionals to adapt. For businesses, this transformation means embracing skills-based hiring, allowing them to build a future-ready workforce and expand talent pools […]

EPFO Pensioners Demand ₹9,000 Minimum Pension for Financial Security

Pensioners under Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) have intensified their demand for an increase in the minimum monthly pension amount from the current ₹1,000 to ₹9,000. This demand has gained momentum as pensioners across the country, including those in Nashik and Chennai, staged protests and submitted appeals to government authorities. The pensioners argue that the […]