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Updated on: Jul 2026
Microsoft Issues Clarification on Recent Layoffs, H-1B Visa Claims
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Microsoft Issues Clarification on Recent Layoffs, H-1B Visa Claims

Microsoft has dismissed claims linking its recent layoffs to the H-1B visa programme, clarifying that the majority of employees affected by the latest workforce reduction were not based in the United States. The clarification follows widespread speculation on social media after the tech giant announced plans to eliminate around 4,800 jobs globally, or nearly 2.1% […]

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TCS Redraws Leadership Map to Win the Next Wave of AI Deals
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TCS Redraws Leadership Map to Win the Next Wave of AI Deals

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced its biggest leadership reshuffle in three years, reorganising several senior leadership roles and creating new business units as the company positions itself to capture growing opportunities in artificial intelligence (AI)-led enterprise transformation. The restructuring spans multiple business verticals, including banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI), cybersecurity, communications and media, […]

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TCS to Build FDEs Team, Explore Acquisitions in AI and Cybersecurity
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TCS to Build FDEs Team, Explore Acquisitions in AI and Cybersecurity

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is stepping up its artificial intelligence (AI) strategy by planning to build a team of up to 8,900 forward-deployed engineers (FDEs) while also evaluating acquisitions in AI, data security, and cybersecurity. The move signals the IT giant’s confidence that AI will create new business opportunities rather than diminish the traditional IT […]

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Cognizant has unveiled plans to ramp up its AI talent strategy
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Cognizant has unveiled plans to ramp up its AI talent strategy

Cognizant is ramping up its artificial intelligence talent strategy, announcing plans to scale its frontier-certified engineers to 5,000 and frontier business operators to 10,000 as enterprises accelerate AI adoption. The company said its first batch of frontier-assessed and deployment-ready engineers will be unveiled in the fourth quarter of 2026. It also plans to strengthen its […]

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Deloitte’s 50,000 Hiring Plan: Six Months Later, Expansion Appears on Track?
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Deloitte’s 50,000 Hiring Plan: Six Months Later, Expansion Appears on Track?

When Deloitte South Asia announced plans in January 2026 to hire 50,000 professionals in India, it marked one of the largest hiring commitments by a professional services firm. The announcement came at a time when several global technology companies were slowing recruitment and focusing on improving productivity through artificial intelligence (AI). Six months later, Deloitte […]

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Cognizant Mentioned in Trump’s Major H-1B Fraud Probe
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Cognizant Mentioned in Trump’s Major H-1B Fraud Probe

The Donald Trump administration has launched its first major investigation into alleged fraud involving H-1B and PERM employment visa programmes, signalling a tougher enforcement approach against suspected misuse of foreign worker hiring. The investigation was announced by Labour Department Inspector General Anthony D’Esposito, who said federal authorities have already issued multiple subpoenas as part of […]

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TCS vs Accenture: Show Different Hiring Pace, Same Focus on AI
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TCS vs Accenture: Show Different Hiring Pace, Same Focus on AI

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Accenture have reported their latest quarterly results, showing that both companies continue to invest in talent and artificial intelligence despite global economic uncertainty. Although both companies remained committed to hiring, the pace and approach differed. TCS continued with a calibrated hiring strategy, while Accenture maintained relatively stronger workforce expansion. However, […]

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TCS Hiring Picks Up in Q1 FY27 Despite Global Uncertainty
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TCS Hiring Picks Up in Q1 FY27 Despite Global Uncertainty

Today, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) reported its first quarter for FY27, a consolidated net profit of ₹13,349 crore for Q1 FY27, down 2.7% sequentially, mainly due to a one-time legal settlement of ₹668 crore. The reported profit was slightly below market estimates of ₹13,461 crore. However, the company exceeded revenue expectations, reporting ₹72,275 crore in […]

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DXC Opens One of Its Largest Global Delivery Centers in Bengaluru
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DXC Opens One of Its Largest Global Delivery Centers in Bengaluru

DXC Technology has opened its new AI-first Customer Experience Center in Bengaluru, marking another step in its efforts to support businesses adopting artificial intelligence. The new facility is spread across 200,000 square feet and is one of the company’s largest delivery centers globally. The center has been created to give customers a space where they […]

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Accenture Realigns Workforce Strategy for the Next Phase of AI Adoption
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Accenture Realigns Workforce Strategy for the Next Phase of AI Adoption

Accenture realigns its workforce strategy as enterprises take more time than expected to adopt artificial intelligence at scale. While demand for AI solutions continues to grow, the company says most businesses are still in the early stages of integrating AI into their operations. CEO Julie Sweet said many organisations have moved beyond testing AI, but […]

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Nestle to Launch a New GCC in Hyderabad, Partners with Genpact
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Nestle to Launch a New GCC in Hyderabad, Partners with Genpact

Nestle Business Solutions (NBS) on Monday said it will establish a new Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad in partnership with Genpact. Genpact will contribute process intelligence and expertise in data, AI and automation to help Nestle simplify, standardise and scale its business services. NBS is the shared-services arm of the Nestlé Group. Strategic Rationale […]

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PwC India Launches New Centre in Bengaluru
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PwC India Launches New Centre in Bengaluru

PwC India has launched its Connected Cybersecurity Solutions Centre (CCSC) in Bengaluru to help organisations strengthen the security of connected technologies and digital systems. The Centre will support businesses in protecting smart factories, connected products, critical infrastructure and other technology environments from growing cyber threats. The facility has been set up as organisations across sectors […]

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