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Accenture to Hire More Entry-Level Grads in Than Last Year

Accenture Chair and CEO Julie Sweet has announced that the global professional services giant will e...

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Bharat Forge Appoints Srinivasu Malladi as SVP and CHRO

Bharat Forge Limited has promoted Srinivasu Malladi to Senior Vice President SVP and Chief Human R...

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Netflix to Hire Employees for Its New Hyderabad VFX Studio

Global streaming giant Netflix is significantly scaling its post-production capabilities in India by...

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Layoffs

Is Your Role Safe? Meta Set to Reduce Headcount by 20% in AI-First Strategy

Meta Platforms Inc. is reportedly preparing for a significant organizational restructuring that could see its global workforce reduced by approximately 20%. This strategic shift, dubbed “The Great Realignment,” follows the company’s previous “Year of Efficiency” and signals a decisive move to redirect capital and talent toward artificial intelligence and the development of next-generation computing platforms. […]

Employment

PwC to Boost Graduate Recruitment After Recent Hiring Slowdown

Graduate Recruitment Expected to Rise- PwC UK PwC, one of the world’s largest consulting and professional services firms, plans to increase the number of graduates it hires next year, according to its UK senior partner Marco Amitrano. Speaking in an interview with BBC, Amitrano said the firm’s earlier reduction in graduate hiring was driven primarily […]

Internship

IIRS (ISRO) Opens External Student Internship, Apply by March 31

About the IIRS (ISRO) Internship The Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), a leading institute under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has opened applications for its External Student Internship Programme. The programme gives students a chance to gain practical experience in space science, remote sensing, and geospatial technology. Students from across India who study […]

EPFO

South Indian Bank Becomes Authorized Partner for EPFO Collection

South Indian Bank (SIB) has announced a strategic partnership with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) to facilitate the efficient collection of provident fund dues. By integrating its digital banking infrastructure with the EPFO portal, the private sector lender aims to simplify the statutory compliance process for thousands of employers across the country. EPFO Enhancing […]

Internship

Two Month Linex & AWS Cloud Internship, Hands-On Training

AICTE and CodeMore have announced a two-month Linux Administrator & AWS Cloud Internship, offering aspiring technology professionals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Linux system administration and cloud computing. The full-time internship is open to candidates across India and is scheduled to begin immediately. Interested applicants can submit their applications until May 20, 2026. […]

Pernod Ricard India Appoints Namita Bharadwaj as CHRO

Pernod Ricard India has elevated Namita Bharadwaj as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective March 2026. Based in Gurugram, she will lead the company’s human resources strategy and people plans for the India business. In this role, Namita will manage key HR areas such as talent management, leadership growth, rewards strategy, and company change programs. […]

Industry

20,000 Jobs in Vizag? Andhra Pradesh Invites Capgemini to Build Mega IT Hub

The Andhra Pradesh government has officially invited French technology major Capgemini to establish a massive IT development center and a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Visakhapatnam. This ambitious proposal, presented by IT Minister Nara Lokesh during a high-level meeting with Capgemini CEO Aiman Ezzat, holds the potential to generate approximately 20,000 new jobs, marking a […]

Industry

Your Next Accenture Promotion Depends on Your AI Login History

Accenture CEO Julie Sweet has sent a clear message to the company’s global workforce: proficiency in artificial intelligence is no longer optional for those seeking to climb the corporate ladder. In a recent move to solidify its “AI-first” strategy, the consulting giant has formally linked career advancement to the regular adoption and mastery of AI […]

Industry

Cognizant Joins Other IT Firms in ‘Bring Your Own Food’ Advisory

Cognizant has joined a growing list of IT giants in Pune advising employees to carry their own meals to work. The company recently issued an internal communication to its staff at the Hinjewadi campus, citing logistical challenges that have hampered the regular operations of its on-site cafeterias and food courts. Cognizant Navigating Supply Chain Constraints […]

COGENT Infotech Appoints Anita Rai as Head – Human Resources

COGENT Infotech has appointed Anita Rai as Head – Human Resources, effective from February 2026, to strengthen the company’s HR strategy. In her new role, Anita will focus on aligning human resources strategies with the company’s evolving business objectives while enhancing employee experience, organizational culture, and workforce engagement. She will also work closely with leadership […]

Layoffs

Several Roles Cut at Netflix as Part of Global Workforce Realignment

Netflix has initiated a new round of layoffs as part of a broader strategic shift to restructure its global operations. The streaming giant is trimming its workforce across several international regions to streamline internal processes and realign its resources with changing business priorities. This move comes as the company seeks to balance heavy content spending […]

HDFC ERGO General Insurance Appoints Parthanil Ghosh as MD & CEO

The board of HDFC ERGO General Insurance has approved the appointment of Parthanil Ghosh as the company’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO), effective April 16, subject to necessary regulatory approvals. He will succeed Anuj Tyagi, who currently leads the general insurance company as MD & CEO. Anuj Tyagi had earlier submitted […]