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Microsoft Phases Out Skype, Shifts Focus to Teams

Mar 1, 2025

Technicolor India Closure Over , Employees Left Jobless

Technicolor India, a prominent player in the animation and visual effects industry, has announced th...

Employment

Feb 28, 2025

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Cognizant Vs Capgemini Which IT company is best to join in India?

When evaluating employment opportunities in India between Capgemini and Cognizant Technology Solutio...

Editorial

Feb 26, 2025

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Tata Motors, Mahindra Mahindra, Tesla and Others Lead EV Hiring Surge

Electric vehicle EV market in India is witnessing a significant surge in hiring as companies ramp ...

Hiring

Feb 22, 2025

Industry

Samsung Seeks Tamil Nadu Govt’s Help Amid Worker Protests

Samsung has sought the intervention of the Tamil Nadu government to ensure the safety of its workers and maintain ease of doing business at its Sriperumbudur plant. The request comes amid escalating protests by a section of workers, who have been demanding the reinstatement of three suspended union leaders. The situation has raised concerns about […]

Feb 22, 2025

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KPMG US Responds to Trump Policies by Removing DEI Initiatives

KPMG US has announced the removal of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals. This decision comes in the wake of President Donald Trump’s administration’s policies, which have led to increased scrutiny and legal challenges for corporate DEI initiatives. The move has raised questions about the future of DEI efforts in corporate America and the […]

Feb 21, 2025

Editorial

TCS Vs Infosys: Which One Should You Choose to Join?

Choosing between Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys can be challenging, as both companies are leading IT service providers with a strong global presence. They offer competitive salaries, structured career growth, workplace policies, and international exposure. However, differences exist in areas like promotions, salary structure, benefits, work culture, and flexibility. This detailed comparison will help […]

Feb 21, 2025

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Mohandas Pai Accuses Big 4 of Manipulating Government Tenders

In a recent statement, former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai raised serious concerns about the influence of the Big 4 consulting firms—Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG—on government policies and tender processes. Mohandas’ remarks have sparked a debate on the transparency and integrity of government contracts. His comments also raise questions about the role of these powerful […]

Feb 20, 2025

Compensation

Infosys Reduces Q3 Bonuses Ahead of Annual Pay Hikes

Infosys, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has announced a reduction in performance bonuses for the third quarter ending December 2024. The company has decided to offer an average of 80% of the target bonus to its eligible employees, a decrease from the previous quarter’s payout. This decision comes ahead of the anticipated annual […]

Feb 19, 2025

Employment

Tech Mahindra to Hire 300 for Goodyear’s GCC in Hyderabad

Tech Mahindra, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has announced plans to set up a Global Capability Centre (GCC) for Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in Hyderabad. The new centre is expected to employ 300 professionals and will focus on research and development (R&D) and IT operations. Background and Context: Tech Mahindra Project Details […]

Feb 17, 2025

Compensation

TCS Links Salary Hikes to Return-to-Office Compliance

India’s largest IT services company, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), is set to roll out annual salary increases for the fiscal year 2025 (FY25) in March, with payouts starting in April. The hikes are expected to average between 4-8%, according to sources familiar with the matter. The average hike was 7-9% in FY24 and 10.5% in […]

Feb 17, 2025

Employment

Rapido Launches Women-Only Pink Bikes, Creating 25,000 Jobs

Ride-hailing platform Rapido has announced the launch of its new Pink Rapido bike fleet in Karnataka, exclusively driven by women for women. This initiative aims to create 25,000 job opportunities for women by the end of the year. The announcement was made by Rapido’s co-founder, Pavan Guntupalli, at the Global Investors Summit in Bengaluru. Earlier […]

Feb 15, 2025

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Meta Faces Backlash Over Layoffs and Leadership Culture

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has recently faced backlash from former employees over its latest round of layoffs and the company’s leadership culture. The layoffs, which affected approximately 3,600 employees across Europe, Asia, and the US, have been criticized for targeting employees who had recently returned from leaves of absence. Meta claimed that the […]

Feb 13, 2025

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Ecommerce Firms Step Up for Delivery Partner Health and Safety

Ecommerce companies in India are stepping up their commitment to the health and well-being of their delivery partners to drive not just better performance but an improved quality of life. This move comes in response to the government’s recent announcement to extend healthcare benefits to gig workers under the PM Jan Arogya Yojana scheme. During […]

Feb 10, 2025

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Tech Industry Faces Wave of Layoffs: Major Companies Cut Jobs

The tech industry is facing a wave of layoffs as major companies like Meta, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft announce significant job cuts. This trend, driven by restructuring and performance optimization, has already affected thousands of employees. It is expected to continue throughout the year. Tech Giants’ Layoff Plans: Meta, Google, Microsoft, Amazon Meta, the parent […]

Feb 10, 2025

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Accenture Ends Global Diversity and Inclusion Goals

Accenture is ending its global diversity and inclusion (D&I) goals, along with career development programs aimed at specific demographic groups. This decision was shared in an internal memo from CEO Julie Sweet, who cited a review of company policies influenced by changes in the U.S. political landscape. The goals, first set in 2017, will be […]

Feb 10, 2025