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Updated on: Feb 2026
Wipro CEO Greenlights Salary Hikes to Retain Top Tech Talent
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Wipro CEO Greenlights Salary Hikes to Retain Top Tech Talent

Wipro, India’s fourth-largest IT services exporter, has announced that it will resume its merit salary increase (MSI) cycle effective March 1, 2025. This decision ends a prolonged hiatus of over a year, during which the Bengaluru-based firm deferred hikes amid a challenging global macroeconomic environment and shifting internal leadership. Wipro Ending the Salary Freeze The […]

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Pernod Ricard India Launches 360-Degree New Hire Journey
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Pernod Ricard India Launches 360-Degree New Hire Journey

In a groundbreaking move for India’s alcohol-beverage sector, Pernod Ricard India (PRI) has officially launched “Cheers VRorld,” a virtual reality-powered onboarding platform. The initiative was announced on February 12, 2026, in Gurugram. It replaces traditional orientation slide decks with a high-tech, 360-degree immersive storytelling experience, allowing new hires to experience the company’s culture and operations in real-time […]

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Google Launches Third Voluntary Buyout Round in 8 Months
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Google Launches Third Voluntary Buyout Round in 8 Months

In a significant move toward an “AI-first” future, Google has reportedly introduced a voluntary exit program for its Global Business Organization (GBO). This initiative follows a year of record-breaking financial success, with parent company Alphabet reaching a $400 billion revenue milestone in 2025. Despite these profits, the company is urging staff to either fully commit […]

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TCS and Infosys Entry-Level Salaries Haven’t Changed in 15 Years
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TCS and Infosys Entry-Level Salaries Haven’t Changed in 15 Years

The Indian IT sector is facing a growing debate over stagnant entry-level compensation as industry giants like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys continue to offer starting salaries in the range of Rs 3 lakh to Rs 3.1 lakh. Despite decades of inflation and a dramatic surge in the cost of living, these “floor” packages […]

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Capgemini India Workforce Hits 2.3 Lakh; Over 50% of Global Staff
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Capgemini India Workforce Hits 2.3 Lakh; Over 50% of Global Staff

French IT services giant Capgemini has confirmed that its India workforce has surged to 2.3 lakh employees. This massive headcount now represents nearly 55% of the company’s total global workforce of 4.2 lakh, cementing India’s position as the primary engine for its global operations and innovation. The “India Powerhouse” Strategy The rapid scaling in India is the result […]

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Mahindra & Mahindra Targets Nagpur for Global EV Production
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Mahindra & Mahindra Targets Nagpur for Global EV Production

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has announced a massive investment of ₹15,000 crore to establish an advanced manufacturing facility in Nagpur, Maharashtra. This strategic expansion, finalized under the Maharashtra government’s industrial promotion scheme, is set to transform the Vidarbha region into a primary hub for electric vehicles (EVs) and high-end automotive engineering. Mahindra & Mahindra Fueling […]

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Karnataka HC Directs ED to Verify and Clear WinZO Staff Wages
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Karnataka HC Directs ED to Verify and Clear WinZO Staff Wages

Karnataka High Court has granted interim relief to employees of WinZO by allowing the disbursement of salaries despite an ongoing investigation by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED). The ruling, delivered by Justice B.M. Shyam Prasad in early February 2026, ensures that hundreds of staff members do not face financial hardship due to frozen corporate accounts. […]

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Myntra Moves Tech and Creative Teams to Bengaluru HQ
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Myntra Moves Tech and Creative Teams to Bengaluru HQ

Flipkart-owned fashion e-commerce major Myntra is consolidating its satellite office operations in Gurugram into its central headquarters in Bengaluru. This integration process, aimed at streamlining operations and enhancing cross-functional collaboration, has led to a mix of employee transfers and targeted layoffs, according to sources familiar with the development. The Consolidation Strategy The Gurugram office, which […]

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Wipro Moves to Clear Hiring Backlog with New Full-Time Offers
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Wipro Moves to Clear Hiring Backlog with New Full-Time Offers

Wipro has initiated a significant outreach program to onboard campus recruits who have been waiting for joining dates, signaling a potential revival in the IT sector’s hiring demand. The Bengaluru-based tech giant is reportedly reaching out to a large pool of graduates to confirm their interest in full-time positions as it prepares for a more […]

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Vanderlande Opens Innovation Centre in Pune to Drive Global R&D
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Vanderlande Opens Innovation Centre in Pune to Drive Global R&D

Vanderlande, a global leader in future-proof logistic process automation, has officially inaugurated its new India Innovation Centre (IIC) in Pune. This strategic facility is designed to accelerate the development of cutting-edge software and technology solutions for the global warehousing, airport, and parcel markets. The launch underscores the company’s commitment to leveraging India’s vast engineering talent […]

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OpenAI is Losing Top Talent to AI Rivals After Senior Leaders Exit
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OpenAI is Losing Top Talent to AI Rivals After Senior Leaders Exit

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence powerhouse led by Sam Altman, is undergoing a profound structural and strategic transformation. In a bid to maintain its dominance against intensifying competition from Google, Anthropic, and Meta, the company is pivoting its core focus toward commercializing ChatGPT and developing “Agentic AI.” However, this aggressive shift toward a product-centric model has […]

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Wipro and Marico Leaders Laud AI-Driven Vision for Viksit Bharat
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Wipro and Marico Leaders Laud AI-Driven Vision for Viksit Bharat

Corporate leaders from Wipro, Marico, upGrad, and Mindbowser noted that the budget effectively pivots from intent to execution, especially in the tech and healthcare sectors. Industry stalwarts from across India’s corporate spectrum have hailed the Union Budget 2026–27 as a visionary blueprint for “Viksit Bharat,” praising its focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), skilling, and fiscal stability. Aparna Iyer, CFO, Wipro Limited “It […]

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