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India Skills Report Skilling Graduates for Global Opportunities

Wheebox ETS India Skills Report , in collaboration with Confederation of Indian Industry CII, ...

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EY Boosts Hiring in India Over Opportunities Posted Online

EY, one of the worlds leading professional services networks, is significantly expanding its ...

Amazon Extends Office Return Deadline for Corporate Employees

Amazon has decided to postpone its order requiring all employees to work from the office five days a...

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Technology

Poonawalla Fincorp to Boost Efficiency with AI in HR

Poonawalla Fincorp, a leading non-banking financial company (NBFC), has announced plans to implement artificial intelligence (AI) in its human resource (HR) processes. This move is being made to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the overall hiring experience. AI-Led Transformation for Enhanced Talent Acquisition The company’s new MD and CEO, Arvind Kapil, who took charge […]

Coforge is Hiring for nearly 200 Job Openings in India

Coforge, formerly known as NIIT Technologies, is making significant strides in the Indian job market with an ambitious hiring initiative. The company announced its acquisition of a 54% stake in Cigniti Technologies, further strengthening its position in the digital services market. Additionally, Coforge has been recognized for its excellence in creating a culture of continuous […]

MathCo to Boost Global Workforce with 400 New Employees

MathCo, a leading AI and data analytics firm, has announced plans to hire 400 additional employees by the end of the current fiscal year. This expansion is part of the company’s broader strategy to boost its global workforce to 2,500 by FY25-26. As its technical workforce grows, MathCo will also expand its enablement functions to […]

Layoffs

Google Cuts 10% of Management Roles Amid Efficiency Drive

In a recent town hall meeting, Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced significant changes to the company’s management structure, revealing a 10% cut in management roles, including directors and vice-presidents. This shift is seen as a response to the challenges posed by AI competitors, particularly OpenAI, whose innovations have challenged Google’s core search business. Details of […]

Appointments

Mashreq Names Jyothi Bhatula as Global Head and MD

Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has announced the appointment of Jyothi Bhatula as the Global Head of Mashreq Global Network (MGN) and Managing Director of MGN India. Mark Edwards, Group Head of Operations at Mashreq, expressed confidence in Jyothi’s ability. He believes she will advance MGN as a world-class […]

Salesforce to Double AI Sales Team with 2,000 New Hires

Salesforce, the global leader in cloud-based software, has announced an ambitious plan to hire 2,000 new employees to bolster its artificial intelligence (AI) product line. The announcement was made by Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff at a company event in San Francisco. Marc emphasized the transformative potential of AI and robotics. He envisions applications in hospitality, […]

Employment

Infosys Opened New Kolkata Development Center for 4,000 People

On December 18, Infosys, a global IT and consulting leader, opened a 320,000-square-foot development center in Kolkata, West Bengal. Built with an investment exceeding INR 426 crore, the facility is designed to host over 4,000 employees in a hybrid work model. It will support work on advanced technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and […]

Press Release

E-Shram Portal: A Game-Changer for India’s Labor Force

E-Shram Portal, launched by the Government of India on August 26, 2021, is a flagship initiative aimed at supporting and empowering the unorganized workforce, which forms the backbone of the nation’s economy. This portal is designed to create a comprehensive National Database of Unorganized Workers (NDUW), verified and seeded with Aadhaar, enabling the delivery of […]

Wipro Announced 2,260 New Early Career Job Opportunities, Apply

Wipro, an IT giant announced a major hiring drive with 2,260 positions for fresh graduates and early-career professionals last week, from December 14 to 19, 2024. These roles span several key programs to support new talent and build strong career foundations. Wipro Summer Internship Experience (WiSE) Program The WiSE program offers business school students in […]

Social Media

Cars24 CEO’s Hiring Post Sparks Debate Over Language

A recent hiring post by Vikram Chopra, CEO of Cars24, has stirred controversy and sparked a heated debate online. The post, which was shared on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn, addressed Bengaluru’s language issue directly, calling out people who “still haven’t learnt” Kannada after years in the city. Cars24 CEO’s Controversial […]

TCS to Hire More Fresh Graduates in FY26: CHRO Milind Lakkad

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services giant, has announced plans to significantly increase its hiring of fresh engineering graduates in FY26. This decision, revealed by Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Milind Lakkad, is driven by optimistic growth projections and a resurgence in campus recruitment. TCS: Increased Hiring Targets TCS aims to exceed its […]