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Updated on: May 2025

Labour Law

Income Tax Deadline Pushed to September !

May 28, 2025

McKinsey Layoffs , Jobs Lost as Firm Restructures

McKinsey amp Company, one of the worlds leading management consulting firms, has announced a majo...

Layoffs

May 28, 2025

Zepto Denies Allegations as Toxic Workplace Claims Go Viral

Zepto, the fast-growing quick-commerce startup, is facing serious allegations of fostering a toxic w...

Social Media

May 27, 2025

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Wipro Enterprises Shuts Down Baddi Factory, Leading to Layoffs

Wipro Enterprises has permanently shut down one of its manufacturing units in Baddi, Himachal Prades...

Layoffs

May 27, 2025

Appointments

Accenture Elevates Parived Bhatnagar to Head-HR, EMEA & AIOC

Accenture has announced the elevation of Parived Bhatnagar to Head – Human Resources (HR) for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) and Advanced Technology Centres in India (AIOC). This appointment marks a significant milestone in Parived’s career, as he takes on a leadership role that will shape Accenture’s HR strategy across multiple regions. Given his […]

May 27, 2025

Internship

Microsoft Offers Free Virtual Internship—Here’s How to Apply!

Microsoft has unveiled its Remote Internship 2025, a six-week virtual internship program designed to provide students with real-world experience in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing. Offered in collaboration with the Edunet Foundation, this initiative allows students across India to participate remotely, making it accessible and flexible for all eligible applicants. The program is open […]

May 27, 2025

Employment

ServiceNow Offers Virtual Internship, Deadline Ends on May 31

ServiceNow has launched its third virtual internship program for the 2024–2025 academic year. This program, run in partnership with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and SmartBridge, is open to engineering students across India. The goal is to help students build useful digital skills and prepare for jobs in the tech industry. About […]

May 27, 2025

Appointments

Jeh Aerospace Appoints Anuradha Das as Chief People Officer

Jeh Aerospace, a rising leader in precision aerospace and defense manufacturing, has appointed Anuradha Das as its Chief People Officer (CPO). Anuradha brings over two decades of expertise in human resources, organizational design, and leadership development. As Jeh Aerospace expands, she is expected to play a crucial role in shaping its people strategy to support […]

May 27, 2025

Appointments

Redington Appoints Vijay Swaminathan as Global CHRO

Redington Limited, a leading technology solutions provider, has appointed Vijay Swaminathan as its Global Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Vijay will lead the company’s human capital strategy, overseeing workforce development across 40+ markets as Redington transitions from a tech distributor to a platform-led, innovation-driven organization. Redington’s leadership welcomed Vijay, stating: “His strategic HR leadership will […]

May 27, 2025

Internship

Big Changes in Apprenticeship—Stipend Up, New Sectors Added!

Central Apprenticeship Council (CAC), chaired by Union Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Minister Jayant Chaudhary, has approved a significant hike in the minimum monthly stipend for apprentices under two key schemes—PM-National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS) and National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS). The revised stipend structure will increase payments from ₹5,000–₹9,000 across five bands to ₹6,800–₹12,300, ensuring […]

May 27, 2025

Layoffs

Volvo Faces Market Challenges, Implements 3,000 Job Cuts

Sweden-based Volvo Cars has announced plans to cut 3,000 jobs globally as part of a major cost-cutting initiative, citing economic uncertainty, trade tensions, and rising operational costs. The layoffs, which primarily affect white-collar employees, are part of Volvo’s broader restructuring strategy aimed at improving cash flow and long-term sustainability. Breakdown of Job Cuts at Volvo […]

May 27, 2025

Labour Law

Income Tax Filing Delayed: Will the July 31 Deadline Be Extended?

Income Tax Return (ITR) filing process for Assessment Year (AY) 2025–26 has not yet begun, leaving taxpayers uncertain about when they can submit their returns. While the Income Tax Department has notified all seven ITR forms (ITR-1 to ITR-7), the e-filing utilities required for submission are still unavailable. Despite the delay, taxpayers can use this […]

May 26, 2025

Hiring

Uber CTO Confirms Major Hiring Plans for India’s Tech Workforce

Uber has announced plans to double its India tech workforce within the next three to five years, reinforcing the country’s role as a key development hub. The announcement was made by Praveen Neppalli Naga, Global Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for Mobility and Delivery, during his first visit to India since assuming the role. The company’s […]

May 26, 2025

EPFO

Your PF Transfer Just Got Easier! EPFO Says No More Rejections!

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has issued a clarification stating that overlapping service periods should not be grounds for rejecting PF transfer claims. The directive, released in a circular dated May 20, 2025, aims to streamline the transfer process and prevent unnecessary delays for employees switching jobs. Previously, many regional EPFO offices rejected transfer claims […]

May 26, 2025

Layoffs

Walmart Summons Employees for In-Person Layoff Meetings

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has reportedly begun summoning employees to its offices for in-person termination meetings, raising concerns over workplace ethics and employee well-being. The layoffs, which primarily affect corporate and technology teams, are part of Walmart’s broader restructuring strategy aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs. A viral LinkedIn post by a Bengaluru-based […]

May 26, 2025

Appointments

Adani GCC Appoints Preeti Jain as Chief People Officer

Adani Group’s Global Capability Centre (Adani GCC) has appointed Preeti Jain as its Chief People Officer (CPO), marking a significant step in its HR transformation strategy. Preeti, a seasoned HR leader with over 25 years of experience, will oversee talent development, organizational culture, and leadership initiatives as Adani GCC scales its operations. She shared the […]

May 26, 2025