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Infosys Continues to Offer Top-Ranked InStep Internship Program

Infosys, one of the worlds leading technology services companies, is once again accepting applicati...

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Accenture Names Kate as Global Chief Leadership HR Officer

Accenture has announced the elevation of Kate Clifford to the role of Global Chief Leadership amp ...

Appointments

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ANEVOLVE Appoints Dr. Shafali Bahl Shah as Head HR

ANEVOLVE, the cleantech platform launched by the ANAND Group, has appointed Dr. Shafali Bahl Shah as...

Appointments

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Labour Law

From 9 to 12 Hours: Bengaluru Workforce Faces a New Reality

Karnataka government has stirred widespread debate with its proposal to amend the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1961, potentially allowing 12-hour workdays in the state, including in Bengaluru—India’s largest IT hub. The move, aimed at aligning state labour laws with Union government directives, has triggered strong opposition from employee unions, particularly in the IT/ITeS […]

Hiring

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 […]

Survey & Report

Green HR: 75% organizations apply ESG practices in HR functions

A survey on Green HR by SightsIn Plus gathered input from around 300 professionals and revealed that more than 75% of organizations in India now apply ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices in their HR functions. This shift shows a wider adoption of eco-friendly practices into HR functions as part of day-to-day work. Key Findings […]

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 […]

Wipro Expands Early Career Programs for Graduates in 2025

Wipro Ltd, a leading global provider of IT, consulting, and business process services, has refreshed its Early Careers segment to offer expanded opportunities for fresh graduates and interns worldwide. Program Overview Wipro’s refreshed platform now clearly features multiple early‑career tracks: internships, apprenticeships, and direct entry‑level roles spanning diverse functions such as technology, business consulting, finance, human […]

EPFO

Central employees urged to opt for UPS by June 30, 2025

Central Government has issued a final call to its employees currently enrolled under the National Pension System (NPS) to consider switching to the newly introduced Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) before the June 30, 2025 deadline. The UPS, operational since April 1, 2025, promises assured monthly pensions, enhanced family benefits, and a more secure post-retirement future—marking […]

Hiring

Cognizant to create 8,000 jobs in Vishakhapatnam

Cognizant Technology Solutions has announced plans to establish a world-class IT and IT-enabled services (ITES) campus in Visakhapatnam, with an investment of ₹1,582.98 crore. The project is expected to generate 8,000 direct jobs, reinforcing the state’s emergence as a key IT hub in India. State officials and industry leaders welcomed the announcement enthusiastically. It aligns […]

Industry

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, […]

AP‑AICTE Summer Internship Programme, a Nationwide Initiative

In a move to strengthen industry–academia collaboration and boost student employability, All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), in partnership with the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), has unveiled the AP‑AICTE Summer Internship Programme. This nationwide initiative provides over three lakh undergraduate students across India with access to paid, stipend-based, and certification-only […]

Appointments

Qualcomm Elevates Pooja Joshi to Senior Director, HRBP

Qualcomm has appointed Pooja Joshi as its new Senior Director, HR Business Partner. In a LinkedIn post, Pooja sahered that she reflected on her 18-year journey with the company and expressed enthusiasm for this new chapter. Her appointment comes at a time when Qualcomm is deepening its focus on employee experience, leadership development, and inclusive […]

Internship

Assam’s DITEC Launches Internship for Next-Gen Tech Talent

Directorate of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITEC), Government of Assam, has launched a statewide internship programme for engineering students. The initiative, spearheaded by Ashwani Kumar, IAS, Director of DITEC, aims to provide hands-on exposure to real-world IT projects and foster a new generation of tech-savvy professionals within the state. The programme is open to […]

Jun 20, 2025