Sahiba Sharma

Sahiba Sharma, Senior Editor - Content at SightsIn Plus

American Airlines to Cut 5,000 Jobs Globally, Shift Roles to India
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American Airlines to Cut 5,000 Jobs Globally, Shift Roles to India

American Airlines has announced plans to cut approximately 5,000 jobs globally, as part of a broader restructuring initiative aimed at improving operational efficiency and redirecting resources toward strategic growth areas. The layoffs will primarily affect corporate, management, and support roles, with a significant portion of functions expected to be offshored to India, particularly in Hyderabad, […]

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IBM to Lay Off Thousands as It Shifts Focus to AI and Software
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IBM to Lay Off Thousands as It Shifts Focus to AI and Software

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has announced plans to lay off thousands of employees globally in the fourth quarter of 2025. The decision is part of the company’s ongoing strategy to focus on high-margin areas such as artificial intelligence, software, and cloud services, according to statements from company executives and official reports. Scope and Scale […]

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Bengaluru Skill Summit 2025 Charts Path to Workforce 2030
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Bengaluru Skill Summit 2025 Charts Path to Workforce 2030

The first edition of the Bengaluru Skill Summit 2025 commenced at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, with a strong focus on workforce innovation, future readiness, and global employability. The summit was inaugurated by Shri Siddaramaiah, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka, alongside Shri D. K. Shivakumar, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister, and Dr. Sharanaprakash R. Patil, Hon’ble Minister […]

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Chandigarh Administration Mandates Performance Review
Employment

Chandigarh Administration Mandates Performance Review

Chandigarh administration has directed all departments, boards, and corporations to conduct a comprehensive performance review of employees working on deputation. The directive, issued by the Personnel Department and signed by the UT Additional Secretary (Personnel), applies to deputed staff serving across various government offices and institutions. The order has been formally communicated to all administrative […]

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LTIMindtree CEO: Split Pay Hikes May Become the New Normal
Compensation

LTIMindtree CEO: Split Pay Hikes May Become the New Normal

LTIMindtree has announced a significant change in its compensation structure for FY26, opting to split annual salary hikes across two quarters instead of implementing them in a single cycle. The decision was disclosed during the company’s second-quarter earnings call held on October 16, 2025. Under the revised plan, 50% of employees will receive their salary […]

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Infosys Adds 14,203 Employees Over the Year
Employment

Infosys Adds 14,203 Employees Over the Year

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services firm, has reported a year-on-year headcount increase of 14,203 employees, underscoring its continued focus on talent acquisition amid rising demand for digital services. The company added 8,203 employees in the second quarter of FY26 alone, marking its fifth consecutive quarter of workforce growth. This hiring momentum comes after a modest […]

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U.S. Professionals Warn of Talent Drain Amid H-1B Fee Surge
Survey & Report

U.S. Professionals Warn of Talent Drain Amid H-1B Fee Surge

A recent survey conducted by Blind, a verified anonymous workplace platform, reveals that half of U.S. professionals believe the Trump administration’s steep increase in H-1B visa fees is prompting companies to expand operations overseas rather than hire more American workers. The survey, which gathered responses from 1,794 verified professionals between September 24 and October 14, […]

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Retirement Savings Protected as EPFO Eases Withdrawal Norms
EPFO

Retirement Savings Protected as EPFO Eases Withdrawal Norms

In a major overhaul of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) framework, the Ministry of Labour & Employment has announced reforms designed to make fund withdrawals faster, simpler, and more transparent. These changes, approved by the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) and recommended by EPFO’s Finance & Audit Committee, are expected to benefit millions of […]

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TCS CHRO: Workforce Restructuring Will Be Handled With Care
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TCS CHRO: Workforce Restructuring Will Be Handled With Care

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has confirmed that it is releasing mid and senior-level employees who are unable to find roles aligned with their experience and seniority. The company’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Sudeep Kunnumal, emphasized that the process is being handled “with a lot of care,” and clarified that the […]

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Infosys Adds 8,000 Employees; TCS Leads Workforce Reduction
Industry

Infosys Adds 8,000 Employees; TCS Leads Workforce Reduction

India’s top five IT services companies—TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech, and Tech Mahindra—reported a combined net reduction of 1,606 employees in the September 2025 quarter, marking a sharp contrast to the 12,000 net additions recorded during the same period last year. The shift reflects a cautious hiring sentiment amid evolving business models, increased automation, and a […]

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Tata Steel to Deploy Women in All Shifts at Jamshedpur Plant
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Tata Steel to Deploy Women in All Shifts at Jamshedpur Plant

Tata Steel has announced that it will deploy female employees across all three shifts at its Jamshedpur plant. The decision marks a major expansion of its gender diversity initiative and reflects the company’s commitment to building an equitable and inclusive work environment. Phased Rollout to Include 543 Women Across 21 Departments Tata Steel confirmed that […]

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