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Updated on: Mar 2025

Industry

Microsoft Phases Out Skype, Shifts Focus to Teams

Mar 1, 2025

Goldman Sachs Drops Diversity Section from Annual Filing

Goldman Sachs, one of the worlds leading investment banks, has recently made headlines by dro...

Labour Law

Feb 28, 2025

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Honeywell India Hiring Top Talent for Over Job Openings

Honeywell India, a leading multinational conglomerate, is offering over job openings across vari...

Hiring

Feb 28, 2025

Infosys Layoffs Spark Controversy Nasscom Stands by Tech Industry Practices

In recent weeks, Infosys, one of Indias leading IT services companies, has faced significant ...

Labour Law

Feb 28, 2025

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Labour Law

Meta Faces Lawsuit Alleging Hiring Bias Against American Workers

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing a class-action lawsuit in the United States for allegedly favoring foreign workers on H-1B visas over American citizens in its hiring practices. The lawsuit, filed by three U.S. citizens, claims that Meta systematically prioritized hiring H-1B visa holders between 2020 and 2024 to reduce […]

Feb 28, 2025

Employment

Technicolor India Closure: Over 2,000 Employees Left Jobless

Technicolor India, a prominent player in the animation and visual effects industry, has announced the closure of its operations, leaving over 2,000 employees in Mumbai and Bengaluru in a state of uncertainty. The Paris-based parent company, Technicolor Group, is facing severe financial distress, leading to this drastic decision. This report delves into the details of […]

Feb 28, 2025

Hiring

The Leadership Mindset Shift Needed for AI Adoption in Hiring

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the hiring processes of Indian companies has become a significant challenge. Despite the potential benefits of artificial intelligence in improving the quality of hires and streamlining recruitment, many organizations are grappling with the complexities of this technological shift. This report delves into the various facets of AI adoption […]

Feb 28, 2025

Press Release

FGII Launches Coffee Table Book Featuring PwD Stories

Future Generali India Insurance Company (FGII) has proudly turned a new page in its DEI journey with the launch of its exclusive coffee table book, It’s a Onederful World. This special edition book brings to life stories of inclusion, resilience, and change, marking a significant milestone in FGII’s commitment to DEI. PwDs Now Account for […]

Feb 27, 2025

EPFO

Higher Pension EPS-95: EPFO to Process All Applications by March 31

The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has processed 70% of applications under the Pension on Higher Wages (PoHW) scheme and aims to complete the remaining cases by March 31, 2025. This update was shared during the Executive Committee (EC) meeting of the Central Board of Trustees, EPF, chaired by Labour and Employment Secretary Sumita Dawra. […]

Feb 27, 2025

Partnership

Vedanta and AXA Climate Collaborate to Launch VEDAS for Sustainable Future

Vedanta Group, a global leader in natural resources, has announced the launch of VEDAS (Vedanta Academy for Sustainability) in collaboration with AXA Climate, a pioneer in climate risk and resilience services. This innovative initiative aims to upskill over 100,000 employees and business partners. It will equip them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and mindset to […]

Feb 27, 2025

Hiring

Capgemini India Announces Mega Walk-In Drive on 1st March

Capgemini India, a leading technology services and consulting company, has announced a Mega Walk-In Drive for their Business Services on 1st March 2025. This drive is an excellent opportunity for aspiring professionals to join a globally renowned company and advance their careers. With its commitment to innovation and excellence, Capgemini continues to attract top talent […]

Feb 27, 2025

Partnership

Paytm Integrates Perplexity’s AI Search to Boost Financial Accessibility

Paytm, a leading technology services and consulting company, has announced a strategic partnership with Perplexity AI, an AI-driven search engine. This collaboration aims to integrate AI-powered search features directly into the Paytm app. It will provide users with real-time insights into financial decisions, market trends, and everyday queries in local languages. The integration marks a […]

Feb 27, 2025

Compensation

TCS Announces 4-8% Salary Hike for FY25, Lowest in Last 4 Years

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services provider, is set to roll out annual salary hikes for the fiscal year 2025, with average increases ranging between 4% and 8%. Offsite employees can expect a hike of 7-8%, while onsite employees may receive a lower increment of 2-4%. To reward excellence, high-performing employees could see […]

Feb 27, 2025

Press Release

Wipro Bolsters Innovation with $200 Million Investment in Wipro Ventures

Wipro Limited, a leading technology services and consulting company, has announced a fresh investment of $200 million into its venture arm, Wipro Ventures. This funding marks the fourth round of investments for Wipro Ventures since its inception a decade ago. The new investment aims to accelerate the company’s investments in early- to mid-stage startups. A […]

Feb 27, 2025

Labour Law

Infosys Defends Layoffs as Government Probes NITES’ Allegations

Union Labour Ministry has once again intervened in the ongoing dispute between Infosys and the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) over the recent layoffs of trainees at Infosys’ Mysuru campus. The intervention comes after NITES raised fresh claims against the IT giant, alleging unfair termination practices. Infosys, however, has dismissed these allegations, maintaining that […]

Feb 27, 2025

Layoffs

EY Announces Job Cuts Amid Targeted Restructuring Efforts

Ernst & Young (EY) has announced plans to cut approximately 100 jobs as part of a targeted restructuring effort. This decision comes amid a broader trend of workforce adjustments within the professional services industry, driven by declining demand for consulting and advisory services. The announcement has raised concerns among employees and industry observers about the […]

Feb 27, 2025