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Microsoft and LinkedIn engage 7.3 million learners in India
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Microsoft and LinkedIn engage 7.3 million learners in India

Microsoft and LinkedIn announced the next step in the Skills for Jobs program, providing free access to 350 courses and six new Career Essentials Certificates for six of the most in-demand jobs in the digital economy. Microsoft and LinkedIn will also be offering 50,000 LinkedIn Learning scholarships to help people get ahead in their skilling […]

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Layoffs are illegal if not carried out as per Law: Labour Minister
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Layoffs are illegal if not carried out as per Law: Labour Minister

There have been retrenchment and layoffs across various sectors in the country including in IT, Minister Bhupender Yadav has said that Layoffs are deemed illegal if not carried out as per Industrial Disputes (ID) Act. Minister Bhupender Yadav said, “Further, any retrenchment and lay-off are deemed to be illegal which is not carried out as […]

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Twitter sued for targeting women in layoffs
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Twitter sued for targeting women in layoffs

The micro-blogging platform, Twitter has been hit by yet another lawsuit. A recent lawsuit is been filed for targeting female employees during the layoff process. The lawsuit has been filed on the grounds that the company is violating federal and California laws banning workplace sex discrimination. However, during the layoffs, the company laid off 57% of its […]

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Wipro to onboard freshers in phases
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Wipro to onboard freshers in phases

According to TOI, an Indian IT major, Wipro has sent a communication to campus recruits that it will be onboarding the fresher candidates in a phased manner. Over the past couple of months, freshers have been complaining that IT companies have been delaying the onboarding process for more than six months. Wipro in the mail said, […]

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Intel invites applications of graduates & undergrads for internships
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Intel invites applications of graduates & undergrads for internships

An American multinational corporation and technology company, Intel is inviting applications for various internship programs globally and in India. Commenting on the internship program the company said, “Critical projects on day one. A huge network. Incredible opportunities to make a real difference.” “When you join one of the largest software companies in the world, you get […]

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Godrej Industries appoints Rakesh Swami as Group President & Head – Corporate Affairs
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Godrej Industries appoints Rakesh Swami as Group President & Head – Corporate Affairs

Godrej Industries Limited has appointed Rakesh Swami as the Group President & Head, Corporate Affairs with effect from 1st December 2022. Rakesh comes with over 22 years of experience in corporate affairs, public policy, government and regulatory affairs, business advocacy, strategic planning, conflict management, corporate social responsibility, Public Private Partnership (PPP), and general administration. Prior […]

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Digital company HealthifyMe announces layoff: 142 people slashed
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Digital company HealthifyMe announces layoff: 142 people slashed

India’s leading health tech start-up, HealthifyMe announced the layoff of 142 employees. The step is taken as a matter of growing concern for the firm to manage its cost. The firm also offered 2 months’ package to separated employees with 2 weeks per year worked at the firm. The firm is undergoing an evolution with […]

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SEZ rules allow WFH to all IT/ITes till December 31, 2023
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SEZ rules allow WFH to all IT/ITes till December 31, 2023

The government has allowed information technology (IT) firms operating in special economic zones (SEZs) to permit 100 per cent work from home (WFH) or any place outside such zones till December 31, 2023. The government permitted the Work From Home (WFH) options under certain conditions on Thursday, December 8. The commerce ministry said in a notification, “A unit may permit its […]

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Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran to head Business 20 India
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Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran to head Business 20 India

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran has been appointed as the Chair of Business 20 (B20) India by the central government. Tata Sons Chairman, N Chandrasekaran said, “As India commences its leadership of B20 amid multiple global developments and transformations, the participation of businesses in global economic decision-making has never been more critical.” “We believe that a renewed strategy for […]

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Ashok Leyland appoints Shenu Agarwal as MD and CEO
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Ashok Leyland appoints Shenu Agarwal as MD and CEO

Hinduja group flagship Ashok Leyland has announced the appointment of Shenu Agarwal as the company’s managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO) with immediate effect. In this role, Shenu will lead technology development, growth, and future strategy for the company toward achieving the mission to be among the top 10 commercial vehicle players globally. […]

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Staff cheated on professional tests in KPMG, firm hit with fine
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Staff cheated on professional tests in KPMG, firm hit with fine

US audit watchdogs inspected and caught hundreds of KPMG employees cheating in their training tests in the UK and Columbia. The conduct continued even after a similar scandal which was caught and a fine was imposed in the US. Highlights The misconduct comes under the violation of professional auditing standards, quality control standards, and rules […]

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Global Captive Centres to create 3.64 lakh jobs in India
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Global Captive Centres to create 3.64 lakh jobs in India

The market size and the job creation by Global Captive Centres (GCCs) as a sector is expected to see significant growth, states NLB Services’ latest report- India Captivating. According to the research report, GCCs will add close to 3.64 lakh jobs within the next 12 months and the sector will scale up from the current […]

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