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Updated on: Jul 2025

Employment

Infosys Sends Warning Emails to Staff Exceeding Daily Work Limits

Jul 8, 2025

TCS Faces Employee Discontent Over Attendance-Linked Bonus

Tata Consultancy Services TCS, Indias largest IT services firm, is facing growing employee dissat...

Compensation

Jul 7, 2025

Latest news: TCS Faces Employee Discontent Over Attendance-Linked Bonus - SightsIn Plus

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Opens New City Office in Maharashtra

Toyota Kirloskar Motor TKM has inaugurated a new city office in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar CSN, ...

Industry

Jul 5, 2025

Latest news: Toyota Kirloskar Motor Opens New City Office in Maharashtra - SightsIn Plus

Good Glamm CEO Apologizes as Startup Faces Salary Crisis

Darpan Sanghvi, Founder and CEO of The Good Glamm Group, issued a formal apology to employees and st...

Industry

Jul 5, 2025

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Employment

Is the Bench Breaking? What TCS Policy Means for IT Talent

In a timely and thought-provoking conversation between Usha Chirayil, Senior Director–HR at Reflections Info Systems, and Romesh Srivastava, Editor-in-Chief of SightsIn Plus, the recent overhaul of bench policies in India’s IT services sector came into focus—specifically the changes introduced by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in June 2025. With a sharper emphasis on productivity and employability, […]

Jul 3, 2025

Industry

LTIMindtree Launches AI-Powered GCC-as-a-Service

LTIMindtree, a leading global technology consulting and digital solutions company, has launched its GCC-as-a-Service platform—an AI-powered, end-to-end solution designed to help enterprises build, operate, transform, and transfer their Global Capability Centers (GCCs). Announced on July 1, 2025, the offering is tailored to meet the rising demand from global organizations seeking to establish or scale GCCs […]

Jul 3, 2025

Employment

Tata Steel Targets 20% Diverse Workforce by 2028

Tata Steel has announced its target to achieve 20% workforce diversity across the group by 2028. The announcement coincides with the 10th anniversary of MOSAIC, the company’s flagship diversity and inclusion (D&I) initiative, and aligns with Pride Month celebrations. The move underscores Tata Steel’s intent to redefine norms in traditionally male-dominated sectors like mining and […]

Jun 30, 2025

Industry

Deloitte Human Capital AI Suite; Redefining Workforce Planning

On June 24, 2025, Deloitte announced the launch of its Human Capital AI Solution Suite, a comprehensive set of tools designed to help organizations navigate the evolving dynamics of human and machine collaboration. The suite aims to empower business and HR leaders to strategically integrate AI into workforce planning, improve operational efficiency, and unlock new […]

Jun 28, 2025

Employment

Infosys Accuses Cognizant of Poaching Key Talent

The long-standing rivalry between Indian IT major Infosys and US-based Cognizant Technology Solutions has flared up once again. In a fresh legal filing dated June 13, 2025, the former has accused Cognizant of systematically poaching its top talent—specifically those involved in the development of its healthcare platform, Helix. The allegations, submitted to a US court, […]

Jun 28, 2025

Employment

Coal India to Cut Average Employee Age to 40 by 2030

Coal India Limited (CIL)—the world’s largest coal producer—is undergoing a sweeping workforce transformation. The company has launched a dual-pronged strategy focused on youth induction and digital upskilling, aiming to reduce the average employee age from 47 to 40 by 2030. This initiative is not only a response to the impending retirement of nearly 30% of […]

Jun 27, 2025

Industry

Panasonic Shuts Down White Goods in India, Layoffs Expected

Panasonic Holdings has announced its decision to exit the washing machine and refrigerator segments in the country. The Japanese electronics giant will cease production of these appliances at its Jhajjar factory in Haryana, a decision that is expected to result in layoffs in high double digits. This restructuring is part of Panasonic’s broader global strategy […]

Jun 27, 2025

Industry

Capgemini in India Turns Offices into Pride Carnivals of Inclusion

Capgemini in India marked Pride Month 2025 with a vibrant and inspiring series of celebrations that reflected its deep-rooted commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. With events across seven campuses, the company amplified the spirit of visibility, allyship, and love like never before. Pride March Walks Across Campuses At the heart of the celebrations were […]

Jun 27, 2025

Employment

Schneider Electric to Create 1,500 Jobs in Tamil Nadu

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, has announced the development of a 500,000 square feet manufacturing facility for its IT business at Horizon Industrial Park near Shoolagiri, Tamil Nadu. The project, to be executed in two phases, is a significant step in the company’s commitment to the ‘Make in India’ initiative, […]

Jun 26, 2025

Industry

FDA Suspends Zepto License After Viral Food Safety Scandal

Zepto, one of India’s fastest-growing quick commerce startups, is facing intense backlash following explosive allegations of food safety violations and unhygienic practices. The controversy erupted after a former employee’s Reddit post went viral, detailing disturbing conditions at Zepto’s warehouses and unethical handling of expired goods. The revelations have triggered widespread public outrage, regulatory action, and […]

Jun 24, 2025

Industry

Infosys Inaugurates Strategic GCC Center in Kharadi, Pune

Infosys, a global leader in digital services and consulting, has launched a state-of-the-art Global Capability Center (GCC) in Kharadi, Pune. The new facility is designed to serve as a strategic hub for innovation, AI-led transformation, and client collaboration, reinforcing Infosys’ commitment to building future-ready enterprises. The announcement was made on June 23, 2025, and was […]

Jun 24, 2025

Hiring

Graduates Join the Gig Wave as Logistics Hiring Explodes

India’s blue-collar gig economy witnessed an unprecedented 92% year-on-year surge in hiring in 2024, according to a new report by recruitment platform WorkIndia. The spike was primarily driven by the rapid expansion of last-mile logistics platforms, including e-commerce, food delivery, and ride-hailing services. The findings underscore a fundamental shift in how India’s workforce engages with […]

Jun 21, 2025