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Updated on: Jun 2025
FDA Suspends Zepto License After Viral Food Safety Scandal
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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 […]

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Infosys Inaugurates Strategic GCC Center in Kharadi, Pune
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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 […]

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Graduates Join the Gig Wave as Logistics Hiring Explodes
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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 […]

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Accenture Rebrands Consulting as ‘Reinvention Services’
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Accenture Rebrands Consulting as ‘Reinvention Services’

Accenture has announced a sweeping reorganization of its business model. The global consulting giant is consolidating its core service lines—Strategy, Consulting, Song, Technology, and Operations—into a single, integrated business unit called Reinvention Services, effective September 1, 2025. This rebranding marks a significant evolution in how Accenture positions itself in the market, shifting from traditional consulting […]

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Accenture Q3 FY25: Hiring Paused, Strategy Refined
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Accenture Q3 FY25: Hiring Paused, Strategy Refined

Accenture has reported its Q3 FY25 financial results, showcasing resilient growth and operational efficiency despite macroeconomic headwinds. The company posted $17.7 billion in revenue, marking an 8% year-on-year increase in U.S. dollars and 7% in local currency, compared to $16.5 billion in Q3 FY24. The results reflect Accenture’s continued focus on generative AI, cost optimization, […]

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Ola’s AI Arm Krutrim Sees Senior Exits Amid Semiconductor Push
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Ola’s AI Arm Krutrim Sees Senior Exits Amid Semiconductor Push

Krutrim, the artificial intelligence arm of Ola, is undergoing a wave of high-profile exits even as it accelerates its efforts in AI model development, semiconductor design, and cloud infrastructure. The company, which recently launched its AI agent platform Kruti and is testing its advanced Bodhi chips, is navigating a delicate balance between organizational stability and […]

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TCS Faces Backlash Over New Bench Time Policy
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TCS Faces Backlash Over New Bench Time Policy

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), is facing mounting criticism from the All India IT & ITeS Employees’ Union (AIITEU) over its newly introduced associate deployment policy. The policy mandates that employees must be billable for at least 225 days annually, effectively capping bench time—the period employees are not assigned to client projects—at 35 days per year. […]

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Tata Electronics Expands, 1,500 Apartments for Employees
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Tata Electronics Expands, 1,500 Apartments for Employees

Gujarat government is facilitating the development of 1,500 residential units in Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) to accommodate employees and suppliers of Tata Electronics, which is constructing India’s first semiconductor fabrication unit. This initiative aims to support the ₹91,000 crore fab project, expected to generate over 20,000 direct and indirect skilled jobs. Current Housing Availability […]

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Infosys to Announce Q1 FY26 Results on July 23: What to Expect
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Infosys to Announce Q1 FY26 Results on July 23: What to Expect

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services company, has scheduled its Q1 FY26 earnings announcement for July 23, 2025. The company’s Board of Directors will convene on July 22 and 23 to review and approve the unaudited standalone and consolidated financial statements for the quarter ending June 30, 2025. Investors and analysts are closely watching the results, […]

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Cognizant and Infosys Focus on Vendor Consolidation Deals
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Cognizant and Infosys Focus on Vendor Consolidation Deals

As global economic uncertainties continue to impact the IT services sector, leading firms Cognizant and Infosys are adopting a new trend in IT deals to sustain growth and combat industry challenges. Both companies have identified vendor consolidation deals as a key strategy to optimize costs, enhance efficiency, and secure long-term contracts with major clients. With […]

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Wipro Expands in Saudi Arabia, Opens New HQ in Riyadh
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Wipro Expands in Saudi Arabia, Opens New HQ in Riyadh

Wipro Limited, a global leader in AI-powered technology services and consulting, has announced the relocation of its Middle East regional headquarters from Al Khobar to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The move reinforces Wipro’s commitment to the region, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative to establish the Kingdom as a global technology hub. The new headquarters […]

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Infosys Opens 1,000-Employee Development Centre in GIFT City
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Infosys Opens 1,000-Employee Development Centre in GIFT City

Infosys, a global leader in digital services and consulting, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art development centre at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), Gandhinagar. The facility, designed to accommodate over 1,000 employees, will function as a TechFin hub, delivering advanced digital solutions for global Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) clients. The new centre will strengthen […]

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