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Updated on: Mar 2026

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Maharashtra Govt Targets Fake Job Scams and Illegal Layoffs in IT Sector

Mar 19, 2026

NFRA is Flagging Lapses at PwC, EY, KPMG, and BDO

Indias audit regulator, the National Financial Reporting Authority NFRA, has released a series of...

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Mar 19, 2026

Latest news: NFRA is Flagging Lapses at PwC, EY, KPMG, and BDO - SightsIn Plus

Forget Traditional Tech Why Green Entrepreneurship is the Future of Make in India

As India steers toward its Viksit Bharat vision, green entrepreneurship has emerg...

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Mar 18, 2026

Latest news: Forget Traditional Tech Why Green Entrepreneurship is the Future of Make in India - SightsIn Plus

Is Your Tech Job Safe? AI Productivity Shift at Meta Could Change Hiring Forever

Meta Platforms is reportedly preparing for its largest workforce reduction in history, with plans to...

Employment

Mar 18, 2026

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Databricks to Train 5 Lakh Indians in AI Skills Through Bengaluru National Academy

Databricks, the global leader in data and artificial intelligence, has significantly scaled its operations in India, driven by a three-year, $250 million (approximately ₹2,100 crore) investment commitment. As of March 2026, the company’s India workforce has reached nearly 1,000 employees, doubling its size within a year to meet the explosive enterprise demand for AI-driven transformation. Bengaluru as a […]

Mar 18, 2026Read Story

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Wipro WEGA Partnership with Harness Promises 75% Faster Software Releases

Wipro Limited and Harness have announced a major strategic collaboration aimed at helping global organizations accelerate their software delivery cycles using artificial intelligence. By integrating Wipro’s agent-native delivery platform, WEGA, with the Harness AI Software Delivery Platform, the partnership seeks to eliminate the manual bottlenecks that often slow down innovation after code is written. Wipro-Harness Partnership: Solving […]

Mar 18, 2026Read Story

Employment

Google and Amazon Overtake McKinsey as India’s Top Dream Employers for Gen Z in 2026

The traditional allure of consulting and FMCG giants is facing a significant challenge as global technology leaders—Google, Microsoft, and Amazon—emerge as the top “dream employers” for India’s Gen Z. According to the Unstop Talent Report 2026, titled “Era of Human + AI: Decoding India’s Talent Landscape,” young professionals are drastically redefining workplace success, prioritizing personal growth and transparency […]

Mar 18, 2026Read Story

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Cognizant Launches AI Factory: The New Shortcut to Enterprise-Scale GenAI

Cognizant has announced the global launch of the Cognizant AI Factory, a sophisticated platform designed to accelerate the integration of generative AI (GenAI) into core business operations. This move marks a significant expansion of the company’s AI infrastructure capabilities, aimed at moving clients beyond small-scale pilots toward full-scale, value-driven enterprise implementation. Cognizant Industrializing AI Production The […]

Mar 17, 2026Read Story

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The Global War Hits Your Lunch: TCS, Infosys, and Wipro Ask Staff to Bring Tiffins

India’s leading IT corridors are facing an unprecedented logistical challenge as a severe commercial LPG shortage forces industry titans like Infosys, TCS, Cognizant, and Wipro to drastically curtail cafeteria services. Since March 11, 2026, thousands of tech professionals across Bengaluru, Pune, and Chennai have been advised to “pack lunch boxes from home” as on-campus kitchens struggle to […]

Mar 17, 2026Read Story

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Lava International is Changing Lives for Women in Underserved Communities

Indian smartphone manufacturer Lava International is making significant strides in social sustainability by launching a dedicated initiative to integrate women from underserved communities into the high-tech manufacturing sector. By focusing on skill development and financial independence, the company is transforming its production lines into engines of social mobility, ensuring that the benefits of the “Make […]

Mar 17, 2026Read Story

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Wells Fargo Urges Staff to Build “AI Fluency”: AI or Risk Being Replaced?

Wells Fargo is intensifying its efforts to future-proof its workforce by launching comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) literacy initiatives. As the banking industry naviges a pivotal transformation, the lender is encouraging its employees to move beyond basic digital skills and develop “AI fluency” to remain competitive in an increasingly automated financial landscape. Wells Fargo Grassroots Enthusiasm […]

Mar 16, 2026Read Story

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20,000 Jobs in Vizag? Andhra Pradesh Invites Capgemini to Build Mega IT Hub

The Andhra Pradesh government has officially invited French technology major Capgemini to establish a massive IT development center and a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Visakhapatnam. This ambitious proposal, presented by IT Minister Nara Lokesh during a high-level meeting with Capgemini CEO Aiman Ezzat, holds the potential to generate approximately 20,000 new jobs, marking a […]

Mar 14, 2026Read Story

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Your Next Accenture Promotion Depends on Your AI Login History

Accenture CEO Julie Sweet has sent a clear message to the company’s global workforce: proficiency in artificial intelligence is no longer optional for those seeking to climb the corporate ladder. In a recent move to solidify its “AI-first” strategy, the consulting giant has formally linked career advancement to the regular adoption and mastery of AI […]

Mar 14, 2026Read Story

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Cognizant Joins Other IT Firms in ‘Bring Your Own Food’ Advisory

Cognizant has joined a growing list of IT giants in Pune advising employees to carry their own meals to work. The company recently issued an internal communication to its staff at the Hinjewadi campus, citing logistical challenges that have hampered the regular operations of its on-site cafeterias and food courts. Cognizant Navigating Supply Chain Constraints […]

Mar 14, 2026Read Story

Employment

Infosys is Asking Pune Employees to Carry Home-Cooked Meals Amid LPG Shortage

IT major Infosys has issued an internal advisory to its employees at the Hinjewadi Phase II campus in Pune, suggesting they bring their own meals from home. The move comes as the campus faces unexpected disruptions in the supply of Liquified Petroleum Gas (Gas), which has significantly impacted the operational capacity of the office cafeterias […]

Mar 14, 2026Read Story

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Tejaswini Initiative: Hindustan Zinc is Redefining Women’s Roles in Heavy Industry

Hindustan Zinc has officially launched ‘Tejaswini,’ a specialized all-women operational team at its Chanderiya Smelting Complex (CSC). This initiative marks the first time a core operational section at the facility—specifically the Leaching and Purification unit—will be managed entirely by women professionals across all shifts, including nights. Hindustan Zinc Breaking Barriers in Metallurgical Operations The Chanderiya […]

Mar 13, 2026Read Story