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Updated on: Apr 2025
14,000 Boomerang Employees Join Cognizant in 24 Months
Employment

14,000 Boomerang Employees Join Cognizant in 24 Months

Cognizant, a global leader in IT services and consulting, has seen a significant rise in the return of former employees, often referred to as “boomerang employees.” Over the past two years, the company has experienced a 40% increase in returnees, with more than 14,000 former employees rejoining its workforce. This trend highlights Cognizant’s ability to […]

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Microsoft Implements Stricter Policies to Address Low Performers
Employment

Microsoft Implements Stricter Policies to Address Low Performers

Microsoft has unveiled a series of stringent performance management policies aimed at addressing underperformance across its workforce. Chief People Officer Amy Coleman detailed new tools and guidelines in an internal email to managers. These measures aim to accelerate high performance and address low performance promptly. These measures align with a broader trend currently shaping the […]

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Deloitte India Culture Sensing Report 2024–25 Unveils Key Insights
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Deloitte India Culture Sensing Report 2024–25 Unveils Key Insights

Deloitte India’s Culture Sensing Report 2024–25 positions workplace culture as a pivotal factor in driving organizational resilience, financial performance, and employee engagement. The study, a first-of-its-kind in India, evaluates workplace cultures across five critical pillars and explores their impact on strategic business outcomes. It reveals that companies with higher culture scores are more likely to […]

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Infosys Expands GCC Practice, Appoints Deval Shah as Leader
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Infosys Expands GCC Practice, Appoints Deval Shah as Leader

Infosys has announced a major step forward in expanding its global presence by launching a full-fledged Global Capability Centre (GCC) practice. This strategic move is aimed at accelerating growth in the rapidly expanding GCC market, which includes transformation deals, joint ventures, and embedded support for scaling existing centers. Deval Shah, former MD and country head […]

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Crisis-hit BluSmart: 500 Employees Await Salary Clarity
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Crisis-hit BluSmart: 500 Employees Await Salary Clarity

BluSmart Mobility, a pioneering all-electric cab service provider, is facing a severe financial crisis that has left approximately 500 employees in uncertainty regarding their salary dues. The company recently suspended its ride-hailing operations due to financial challenges. It is struggling with cash flow issues, failed fundraising attempts, and increasing pressure from lenders. This report delves […]

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HCLTech Q4FY25 Results: Key Highlights and HR Trends
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HCLTech Q4FY25 Results: Key Highlights and HR Trends

HCLTech reported its Q4FY25 financial results, showcasing steady growth despite challenges in the global IT services market. The company achieved a revenue of ₹30,273 crore, reflecting a 5% year-on-year increase compared to ₹28,446 crore in Q4FY24. However, sequential growth from Q3FY25 was muted, with revenue rising marginally from ₹29,890 crore. Net profit for Q4FY25 stood […]

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Pharma GCC Hiring in India Slows Amid US Tariff Uncertainty
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Pharma GCC Hiring in India Slows Amid US Tariff Uncertainty

India’s pharmaceutical and healthcare Global Capability Centres (GCCs), which have been pivotal in advancing clinical research and drug discovery, are facing a slowdown in hiring due to uncertainty surrounding US tariffs and global economic headwinds. This development has tempered the hiring momentum in a sector that has been emerging as a global innovation hub. Experts […]

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BluSmart Shutdown: Over 10,000 Drivers Left Jobless Overnight
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BluSmart Shutdown: Over 10,000 Drivers Left Jobless Overnight

BluSmart, once a promising name in India’s electric ride-hailing sector, has left over 10,000 drivers stranded following its sudden and unannounced suspension of operations. The abrupt shutdown has not only disrupted the livelihoods of its driver-partners but has also raised questions about corporate governance and accountability in the startup ecosystem. The Sudden Shutdown of BluSmart: […]

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Big Four Firm PwC Scales Back Global Operations; Exits Risky Markets
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Big Four Firm PwC Scales Back Global Operations; Exits Risky Markets

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), one of the Big Four accounting firms, has decided to wind down operations in over a dozen countries deemed risky or unprofitable. This strategic move comes as the firm aims to prevent scandals that have recently tarnished its reputation. The Financial Times reported on PwC’s decision to address rising challenges. This move underscores […]

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TfL Ends Partnership with Accenture Over DEI Policy Rollback
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TfL Ends Partnership with Accenture Over DEI Policy Rollback

Transport for London (TfL), the government body responsible for managing public transport in the UK capital, has made headlines by severing ties with global consultancy Accenture. The decision is a result of Accenture’s recent rollback of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies. TfL found these changes to be incompatible with its own values and […]

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Infosys Leads Wage Hike Trends as TCS, Wipro Ramp Up Hiring
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Infosys Leads Wage Hike Trends as TCS, Wipro Ramp Up Hiring

India’s leading IT services companies—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, and Wipro—have collectively added 13,553 employees in FY25, marking a significant recovery from the previous fiscal year’s historic decline. This hiring spree signals renewed optimism in the IT sector, despite ongoing global uncertainties and subdued demand environments. Infosys has emerged as a leader in wage hikes, […]

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Deloitte vs KPMG: Fact Check – Which Firm is Better to Join?
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Deloitte vs KPMG: Fact Check – Which Firm is Better to Join?

KPMG and Deloitte, both part of the prestigious Big Four, are among the most sought-after employers in the consulting and professional services sector. While both firms offer strong career growth, competitive salaries, and global exposure, there are nuanced differences in areas such as compensation, work-life balance, and job security. This article provides an objective comparison […]

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