Sahiba Sharma

Sahiba Sharma, Senior Editor - Content at SightsIn Plus

Seminar on Social Security for Informal Workers Highlights India’s Progress
Press Release

Seminar on Social Security for Informal Workers Highlights India’s Progress

Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, inaugurated a two-day international seminar titled “Formalization and Social Security Coverage for Workers in the Informal Sector: Challenges and Innovations” in New Delhi on January 20, 2025. The seminar aimed to address the pressing issues faced by informal sector workers and […]

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Adecco India to Scale Up GCC Workforce to 2,500+ by Year-End
Employment

Adecco India to Scale Up GCC Workforce to 2,500+ by Year-End

Adecco India has announced a significant expansion of its Global Capability Center (GCC), with plans to increase its workforce to over 2,500 employees by the end of the year. This expansion is part of Adecco’s strategic vision to enhance its global service capabilities and reinforce its leadership in talent management and workforce solutions across 60 […]

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JPMorgan Faces Internal Revolt Over Office Return Directive
Work Model

JPMorgan Faces Internal Revolt Over Office Return Directive

JPMorgan Chase’s recent decision to mandate a five-day office return for its employees has sparked significant discussions about unionization among the workforce. The move, announced on January 10, 2025, has led to discontent among employees who were previously on hybrid schedules. JPMorgan Return to Office Mandate and Employee Backlash The new policy requires approximately 40% […]

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India’s Budget 2025: Boosting Female Labor Force Participation
Employment

India’s Budget 2025: Boosting Female Labor Force Participation

India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to introduce a series of incentives and measures aimed at boosting female labor force participation in the upcoming Budget 2025, scheduled for February 1. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to achieve gender parity in the workforce and enhance the country’s GDP contribution. The global female […]

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Legal Firms Expand Expertise with Non-Legal Hires
Industry

Legal Firms Expand Expertise with Non-Legal Hires

India’s legal landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as legal firms increasingly tap into diverse talent pools to meet the evolving demands of modern business and regulatory environments. This shift is driven by the rising complexity of legal issues, particularly in areas such as technology, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance, and cybercrime. Legal Firms […]

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Top 5 IT Firms Report Job Cuts in Q3FY25 After Hiring Surge
Layoffs

Top 5 IT Firms Report Job Cuts in Q3FY25 After Hiring Surge

India’s top five IT services companies—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, HCLTech, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra—reported job cuts of 2,587 employees in the third quarter of FY25 (Q3FY25), reflecting a seasonal slowdown typical for the industry. This comes after a strong hiring boost in the previous quarter, suggesting a cautious recovery after the challenges of the […]

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Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya to Lead Seminar on Informal Sector Challenges
Press Release

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya to Lead Seminar on Informal Sector Challenges

Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, in collaboration with the ESIC and International Social Security Association (ISSA), is organizing a two-day international seminar on the topic “Formalization and Social Security Coverage for Workers in the Informal Sector: Challenges and Innovations.” The seminar will be held at Yashobhoomi – India International Convention & Expo […]

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EPFO Introduces Member-Friendly PF Transfer Reforms
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EPFO Introduces Member-Friendly PF Transfer Reforms

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced significant reforms to simplify the process of transferring provident fund (PF) accounts. These changes aim to enhance service delivery and ensure ease of living for its members. EPFO: Simplified Transfer Process EPFO has streamlined the PF transfer process by removing the requirement for employer intervention in most cases. […]

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Saint-Gobain India Appoints Ramya Sampath Sharma as CHRO
Appointments

Saint-Gobain India Appoints Ramya Sampath Sharma as CHRO

Saint-Gobain Group India appoints Ramya Sampath Sharma as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Ramya brings with her over 27 years of rich experience in human resources, having held senior leadership positions across a wide range of sectors, including software services, manufacturing, and technology. Impact on Saint-Gobain India and Professional Background Ramya’s leadership will further strengthen […]

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NTT Data Hiring in India: 500+ Job Opportunities Available
Hiring

NTT Data Hiring in India: 500+ Job Opportunities Available

NTT Data, a global leader in IT services and consulting, is hiring for over 500 roles across India, according to job postings on LinkedIn. The company’s hiring strategy focuses on recruiting talent from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities in India, providing remote work options. The company emphasizes skills in generative artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, privacy, […]

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India’s GCC Ecosystem Poised for Major Growth by 2030
Survey & Report

India’s GCC Ecosystem Poised for Major Growth by 2030

India is poised to become a global hub for Global Capability Centres (GCC), with projections indicating that these centres will employ 1.9 million people by 2030. This growth reflects India’s increasing prominence in the global business landscape and its ability to attract top-tier companies from around the world. GCC Ecosystem: Current Landscape and Growth Projections […]

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