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Updated on: Mar 2024
Santrupt Misra ex-Aditya Birla HR leader contests Lok Sabha election
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Santrupt Misra ex-Aditya Birla HR leader contests Lok Sabha election

Dr. Santrupt Misra, former CEO of Birla Carbon; Director, Chemicals; and Director, Group-HR for the Aditya Birla Group who took early retirement in December 2023 joined Biju Janata Dal Odisha (BJD), a political party in Odisha. On March 17, 2024, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) unveiled its initial candidate roster for the upcoming Lok Sabha and […]

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Cognizant is hiring for over 500 hybrid jobs in India, Details Here
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Cognizant is hiring for over 500 hybrid jobs in India, Details Here

IT giant, Cognizant is expanding its team in India and hiring for various roles, recently the company has posted various jobs on its Carrer Page. In 2023, Cognizant’s headcount decreased by 7,600 employees to 347,700, as per its annual report. However, the Nasdaq-listed IT firm’s year-end headcount was 1,100 higher than the previous quarter, reaching […]

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Meet Milind Lakkad, EVP and CHRO Tata Consultancy Services
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Meet Milind Lakkad, EVP and CHRO Tata Consultancy Services

Milind Lakkad’s journey to becoming Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is a testament to his dedication, expertise, and leadership in the field of human resources. With over three decades of experience, Lakkad has established himself as a prominent figure in HR management, driving organizational success through […]

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PepsiCo, Kyndryl, Simpl in India Celebrate Women’s History Month
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PepsiCo, Kyndryl, Simpl in India Celebrate Women’s History Month

As we commemorate Women’s History Month, we pay tribute to the remarkable contributions, struggles, and triumphs of women throughout history. This month stands as a testament to their resilience, strength, and unwavering determination in shattering barriers, challenging norms, and fostering progress across all spheres of society. Women’s History Month is not only a time to […]

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Eaton India Hiring; explore over two thousand job opportunities
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Eaton India Hiring; explore over two thousand job opportunities

Eaton, an intelligent power management company is hiring for over two thousand roles in India across locations. The company said on its career page, “We strive to create an exceptional candidate experience. Learn more about our application and hiring process.” Commenting on the Hiring, Jasprit Kaur, Head- Talent Acquisition at Eaton India said, “We believe diverse […]

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Databricks doubles down investment in India amid local AI boom
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Databricks doubles down investment in India amid local AI boom

Databricks, renowned for its expertise in Data and AI, has disclosed an impressive over 80% annualized growth in its India business over the past two fiscal years. This surge is propelled by a rising demand for data and AI capabilities within Indian enterprises. Additionally, the company unveiled the introduction and accessibility of Databricks infrastructure within […]

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After vacating offices Byju’s shuts down 30 tuition centers
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After vacating offices Byju’s shuts down 30 tuition centers

According to Mint report, BYJU’s, an Indian multinational educational technology company, has announced the closure of 10% of its tuition centers nationwide. The parent company of Byju’s Think and Learn has shut down 30 out of 292 centers. The focus on quality and efficiency is enabling most of its centers to become profitable. “Ninety per […]

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Indeed launches media networks for challenging tech roles in India
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Indeed launches media networks for challenging tech roles in India

Indeed, a global matching and hiring platform has announced the launch of Specialist Media Networks in India, to help employers hire for competitive and hard-to-fill job roles. These industry-specific networks enable employers to reach more candidates with specific, in-demand skills through targeted advertising. Tech Network, the first of Indeed’s Indeed’s Specialist Media Networks, is focused on […]

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Microsoft Offers Various Certification Courses: Apply Here
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Microsoft Offers Various Certification Courses: Apply Here

An American multinational technology corporation, Microsoft offers various certification courses for Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced. On the certification process, the company said, “Take charge of your career and become indispensable. From role-based certifications to new, scenario-specific applied skills, showcasing your proficiency with industry-trusted and verified credentials from Microsoft helps make you essential at your current […]

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Appraisal trends impacting salary hike: 2024 Vs 2023
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Appraisal trends impacting salary hike: 2024 Vs 2023

In 2024, After the Covid cases declined to almost nil, companies started working from offices. As the Appraisal is around the corner there are various factors specific to salary hikes for 2024. Many companies like IBM, TCS, etc have implemented a requirement for employees to work from the office in order to be eligible for […]

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Cognizant adopts Google’s Gemini for software development
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Cognizant adopts Google’s Gemini for software development

Cognizant, a multinational IT services and consulting company, will adopt Gemini for Google Cloud to increase productivity for its software developers and enable more than 70,000 associates on Google Cloud’s latest AI technologies. “Software development is one of the jobs likely to benefit most from the way generative AI is redefining the anatomy of work,” […]

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L&T & Nvidia to enhance skills of 1,000 engineers in Gen AI
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L&T & Nvidia to enhance skills of 1,000 engineers in Gen AI

L&T Technology Services Limited, a leading player in digital engineering and R&D services, is aiming at fostering global AI adoption. The company aims to provide scalable AI solutions to enterprises worldwide. LTTS is participating in the NVIDIA GTC global AI conference, taking place from March 18-21, to interact with customers. Over the next three years, LTTS […]

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