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Updated on: May 2024
TCS To Set Up First-of-its-Kind Human-Centric AI CoE in France
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TCS To Set Up First-of-its-Kind Human-Centric AI CoE in France

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has announced the creation of a Global Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence in Paris, during the Choose France Summit, hosted by President Emmanuel Macron. The new AI center will be based in the upcoming TCS PacePort™ in the La Défense […]

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Indian Firm Takes Staff on Fully Paid Lavish Holidays
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Indian Firm Takes Staff on Fully Paid Lavish Holidays

An Indian Firm has drawn considerable attention for its ability to maintain a work culture that stands out in an era where toxic work environments often contribute to declining employee retention rates. This 360-degree advertising firm has successfully fostered a non-toxic work environment, which has become a beacon amidst the challenges faced by many companies. […]

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Female Unemployment Drops to 8.5% in January-March 2024
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Female Unemployment Drops to 8.5% in January-March 2024

As per the data revealed by the government which shows Female Unemployment Dropped to 8.5% in January-March 2024. LFPR in urban areas increased from 48.5% in January – March 2023 to 50.2% in January – March 2024 for persons of age 15 years in above. While for male LFPR increased from 73.5% to 74.4% during […]

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TCS logged 51 million learning hours in FY 2024
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TCS logged 51 million learning hours in FY 2024

The annual report published by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) states that the company in FY 2024 has logged 51 million learning hours and acquired nearly 5 million competencies. In FY 2024, TCS has consolidated AI and Cloud expertise with the creation of the AI.Cloud unit. In addition, each of the business groups is developing domain-specific […]

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s first-ever LinkedIn post: Key Insights
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s first-ever LinkedIn post: Key Insights

Sundar Pichai, Chief Executive Officer, Google, an American multinational corporation and technology company has shared his first-ever post on LinkedIn Pichai shared his post saying, “For my first-ever LinkedIn post, I thought I’d share a sneak peek of the Shoreline Amphitheatre stage, as we put some finishing touches on our keynote for Google I/O tomorrow. […]

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Amazon Propel aims to launch 50 Indian startups in global markets
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Amazon Propel aims to launch 50 Indian startups in global markets

Amazon India has announced the launch of the fourth season of Propel – a global business accelerator for startups in the consumer products space. This one of its kind program has been designed to provide dedicated support to emerging Indian brands and startups reach customers around the world using ecommerce exports. Bhupen Wakankar, Director Global […]

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Wipro seeks settlement with executives joining Cognizant
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Wipro seeks settlement with executives joining Cognizant

As per TOI, An Indian multinational corporation, Wipro, is in the final stages of reaching a settlement agreement with its former CFO, Jatin Dalal, and former healthcare head, Mohd Haque. This agreement is anticipated to be finalized and executed within the week, involving Wipro, Cognizant, Dalal, and Haque. The agreement aims to resolve any outstanding […]

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HDFC Bank reduces the notice period from 90 to 30 days
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HDFC Bank reduces the notice period from 90 to 30 days

As per Financial Express, HDFC Bank, a prominent Indian banking and financial services institution, has reduced it from 90 days to 30 days. Notice period reduced from 90 to 30 days for departing employees, aiming for increased flexibility while ensuring smooth transitions. HDFC Bank employees were informed of the change in the HR policy by email […]

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Mahindra & Mahindra joins MSDE to skill women to become drone pilots
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Mahindra & Mahindra joins MSDE to skill women to become drone pilots

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading Farm Equipment company and the world’s largest tractor manufacturer by volume signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) to conduct two Pilots under the Drone Didi Yojna. Launched earlier this year, the scheme aims to train 15,000 women to operate drones […]

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HCLTech only grew; TCS, Infosys, Wipro reduced workforce in Q4
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HCLTech only grew; TCS, Infosys, Wipro reduced workforce in Q4

Last month in April, HCLTech, a leading global technology company, reported financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended March 31, 2024. HCLTech added 2,725 in Q4 and the total people count at the end of the quarter stood at 227,481. In Q3, the company added 3617 employees, and its Total Headcount […]

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Microsoft to offer AI, Cloud Skills for 200,000 people in Malaysia
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Microsoft to offer AI, Cloud Skills for 200,000 people in Malaysia

Microsoft, an American multinational corporation and technology company announced it will invest US$2.2 billion over the next four years to support Malaysia’s digital transformation. The company’s investment includes: “We are committed to supporting Malaysia’s AI transformation and ensuring it benefits all Malaysians,” said Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO, Microsoft. “Our investments in digital infrastructure and skilling […]

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Air India Express crew ends strike after Labour Office mediation
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Air India Express crew ends strike after Labour Office mediation

The cabin crew of Air India Express called off their strike on Thursday, the airline will reinstate 25 cabin crew who were terminated for reporting sick since May 6. Following mediation by the Chief Labour Commissioner, the flight crew agreed to resume duty, resolving the dispute temporarily. Amid ongoing flight cancellations and crisis management efforts, […]

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