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Updated on: Jul 2025
TCS Launches GenAI Pathway for Students Through goIT Program
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TCS Launches GenAI Pathway for Students Through goIT Program

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has rolled out a new Generative AI pathway aimed at students aged 18 and above. This is part of its go Innovate Together (goIT) program, which helps young people understand digital tools and career options. The new offering introduces students to Generative AI, how it works, the tools involved, and ethical […]

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Tata Power Launches Green Energy Skilling Centre in Delhi
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Tata Power Launches Green Energy Skilling Centre in Delhi

Tata Power Skill Development Institute (TPSDI) has inaugurated a Green Energy Skilling Centre at Rohini, Delhi. The centre will offer specialized training in renewable energy technologies such as Solar PV Systems, Energy Storage, Pumped Hydro Storage, and Electrical Safety. These efforts align with India’s national goals for sustainable development and energy security. The launch event […]

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India’s Sunrise Sectors Drive Apprenticeship Boom in FY2025
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India’s Sunrise Sectors Drive Apprenticeship Boom in FY2025

India’s apprenticeship ecosystem is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by the rapid expansion of sunrise sectors that are reshaping the future of work. According to the latest Apprenticeship Outlook Report (Q1 FY2024–25) by TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship, the Net Apprenticeship Outlook (NAO) has surged to 76%, marking an 8% increase from the previous quarter. This unprecedented […]

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Infosys Sends Warning Emails to Staff Exceeding Daily Work Limits
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Infosys Sends Warning Emails to Staff Exceeding Daily Work Limits

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services firm, has rolled out a new internal policy aimed at curbing excessive work hours among its 323,500 employees. The company has begun sending automated warning emails to staff who consistently work more than 9 hours and 15 minutes a day, particularly during remote work periods. The alerts are part of […]

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TCS Faces Employee Discontent Over Attendance-Linked Bonus
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TCS Faces Employee Discontent Over Attendance-Linked Bonus

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, is facing growing employee dissatisfaction following changes to its Quarterly Performance Bonus (QPB) policy. The revised framework links bonus eligibility to physical office attendance, prompting concerns about fairness, transparency, and alignment with evolving work models. The policy update, implemented via the company’s internal HR portal, stipulates […]

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Opens New City Office in Maharashtra
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Opens New City Office in Maharashtra

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has inaugurated a new city office in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (CSN), Maharashtra. The 7,000 sq. ft. facility is located at ABC EAST beside Prozone Mall in Chikalthana. It will function as a regional hub for operational planning, stakeholder engagement, and ecosystem development. The inauguration was led by Masakazu Yoshimura, Chairman, MD […]

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Good Glamm CEO Apologizes as Startup Faces Salary Crisis
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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 stakeholders as the once high-flying content-to-commerce unicorn grapples with a severe funds crunch, unpaid salaries, and mounting operational disruptions. The apology, posted on LinkedIn and later deleted, comes amid growing unrest among current and former employees, many of […]

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Is the Bench Breaking? What TCS Policy Means for IT Talent
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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, […]

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LTIMindtree Launches AI-Powered GCC-as-a-Service
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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 […]

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Tata Steel Targets 20% Diverse Workforce by 2028
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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 […]

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Deloitte Human Capital AI Suite; Redefining Workforce Planning
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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 […]

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Infosys Accuses Cognizant of Poaching Key Talent
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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, […]

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