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Hiring

JPMorgan Plans 20% Hiring in Asia Pacific Corporate Banking

JPMorgan Chase & Co., the largest U.S. bank by assets, is ramping up hiring across its corporate banking business in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, aiming for a 20% increase in headcount in 2026. This follows a similar expansion already achieved in 2025, where staffing levels in the division were raised by 20%—double the bank’s […]

Zupee Lays Off 170 Employees After Real-Money Gaming Ban

Gurugram-based gaming startup Zupee has announced the layoff of 170 employees—approximately 30% of its workforce—following the enactment of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The legislation, passed in August, imposes a blanket ban on real-money online games, directly impacting Zupee’s core business model and prompting a strategic restructuring. The company, known for […]

Labour Law

Gujarat Assembly Passes Bill Allowing 4-Day Workweek

Gujarat Legislative Assembly has approved the Factories Act (Gujarat Amendment) Bill, 2025, introducing a significant change to the state’s labour framework. The bill permits factory workers to opt for a four-day workweek with 12-hour shifts, while maintaining the existing weekly cap of 48 working hours. The amendment, passed on September 11, 2025, modifies six sections […]

Employment

Government Internship, Stipend Rs. 8000/month, Apply by Sept 19

Dholka Nagar Palika, in collaboration with the Swachh Bharat Mission, has announced a two-month full-time internship program for young aspirants in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The program is aimed at engaging candidates in solid waste management, garbage-free city initiatives, and civil works contributing to sanitation and urban development goals. Applications for the internship are open from September […]

PwC cuts 200 graduate positions in response to productivity woes

PwC has announced a significant reduction in its graduate hiring program in the UK, cutting 200 entry-level roles this year. The move brings the firm’s annual intake down from 1,500 to 1,300. The decision reflects the dual challenges of slowing economic activity and rapid technological disruption. PwC leadership cites productivity struggles and the growing influence […]

Employment

AI Agent Developer – Internship, Stipend ₹ 10,000 per month

AICTE and Rooman Technologies, a leading player in technology training and development, are offering an exciting full-time internship opportunity for aspiring developers in the field of artificial intelligence. This AI Agent Developer Internship is based in Bangalore (Bengaluru Urban) and is designed for individuals passionate about AI, machine learning, and building autonomous systems. The program […]

Appointments

Jindal Power Appoints Veerendra Vainsla as Head – HR

Jindal Power Limited (JPL), one of India’s leading energy companies, has appointed Veerendra Vainsla as its new Head – Human Resources. The announcement, made in August 2025, marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its workforce strategy and operational efficiency. Veerendra brings over 17 years of experience in human resource management […]

Games24X7 Cuts 70% of Staff as Revenue Model Collapses

Digital gaming firm Games24X7, known for platforms like My11Circle and RummyCircle, has begun laying off approximately 500 employees—nearly 70% of its workforce—following the enactment of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The legislation, passed by Parliament on August 21, imposes a blanket ban on all forms of real-money online gaming in India, […]

Intel Announces Major Job Cuts and Ends Hybrid Work Model

Intel Corporation has initiated a sweeping restructuring plan under its new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, which includes laying off approximately 15,000 employees—roughly 15% of its global workforce—and ending its hybrid work model. The changes, announced in an internal memo dated July 24, 2025, will take effect starting September 1, and are part of a broader effort […]

EPFO

Provident Fund Access to Get Easier with EPFO Digital Upgrade

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is preparing to roll out a significant digital upgrade that could allow subscribers to withdraw their provident fund (PF) balances through ATMs and UPI platforms. The initiative, part of the EPFO 3.0 reform agenda, is expected to be discussed at the upcoming Central Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for October […]

Work Model

Deloitte Tightens Hybrid Work Policy in India, Beginning October 1

Deloitte LLP has issued a new mandate requiring its India-based workforce to report to the office at least two days per week, beginning October 1. Failure to comply will be tracked and factored into performance reviews, according to an internal memo. The directive covers employees across the firm’s seven offices in India, including those serving […]

Work Model

Microsoft Shifts to Hybrid Model, Citing AI Collaboration Needs

Microsoft has officially announced a major change to its workplace policy, requiring employees to work from the office at least three days a week starting February 2026. The move marks the end of its pandemic-era flexible work model, which allowed employees to work remotely for up to 50% of the time without managerial approval. The […]