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Updated on: Mar 2024

CHRO Move

Major CHRO, Head- HR Appointments in February

Mar 1, 2024

Tech Mahindra unveils its plans for employees to return to the office

An Indian multinational information technology services and consulting company, Tech Mahindra has as...

Work Model

Mar 1, 2024

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HCLTech launches FlexSpace G to redefine digital workplace

HCLTech, a prominent global technology company, introduces FlexSpace G, an innovative digital workp...

Industry

Mar 1, 2024

Latest news: HCLTech launches FlexSpace G to redefine digital workplace - SightsIn Plus

TCS iON is hiring freshers - batch, last date April

TCS iON, a strategic unit ofnbspTata Consultancy Servicesnbspis hiring freshers for - ba...

Hiring

Feb 29, 2024

Industry

Generative AI will have a direct impact on jobs- Infosys Executive

An Indian multinational information technology company, Infosys executive said that Generative AI will have a direct impact on jobs. As reported by the Business Standard reports, Satish H C, Executive Vice-President, and Co-head (delivery), said, “The newer technologies like generative AI (artificial intelligence) will bring in non-linearity in headcount growth and revenue in a few years.” […]

Feb 29, 2024

Appointments

CleverTap appoints Zeeshan Ramlan as Global Vice President – HR

The all-in-one engagement platform, CleverTap has appointed Zeeshan Ramlan as Global Vice President & Head – HR Partnering & Operations. Zeeshan said on social media, “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Global Vice President & Head – HR Partnering & Operations at CleverTap!” Commenting on his appointment, Satyadeep Mishra Chief Human […]

Feb 29, 2024

CHRO Move

Nielsen appoints Nicolina Marzicola as Chief People Officer

Nielsen, the global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics, has announced the appointment of Nicolina Marzicola as Nielsen’s Chief People Officer. Nicolina will report to Nielsen’s CEO Karthik Rao. In her role as Global Chief People Officer, she will assume responsibility for Nielsen’s Global HR function and take the lead on talent initiatives that […]

Feb 29, 2024

Industry

Samsung Semiconductor India expands R&D facility in Bengaluru

Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR) has announced the opening of its new R&D facility in Bengaluru. The establishment of this new facility represents a significant achievement in SSIR’s dedication to advancing semiconductor research and development in India, while also meeting the company’s increasing demands for state-of-the-art infrastructure. This office, the second one in Bengaluru, has […]

Feb 29, 2024

Hiring

IIT Delhi invites for Summer Research Fellowship; last date Mar 20

Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT Delhi) is inviting applications for the Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship Programme 2024. It provides an opportunity for exceptionally qualified undergraduate students to execute an innovative research and development project under the guidance of IIT Delhi faculty. The students at different engineering institutes except for IITs in India or abroad, who […]

Feb 29, 2024

Layoffs

Dating App Bumble To Lay Off 350 Employees

The popular Dating App Bumble to sack employees as the company intends to reduce its global workforce by approximately 350 roles to better align its operating model with future strategic priorities and to drive stronger operating leverage. The popular Dating App Bumble expects to incur approximately $20 million to $25 million of non-recurring charges, consisting […]

Feb 29, 2024

Work Model

Cognizant India asked employees to work from office thrice a week

An American multinational information technology services and consulting company, Cognizant in India employees are asked to work from the office thrice a week. Around 254,000 of Cognizant’s 347,700 employees are based in India. In an internal memo, Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S has urged staff to use the in-person time to prioritize activities “that benefit […]

Feb 29, 2024

Industry

Bhavish Aggarwal launches ‘Krutrim AI’ an AI chatbot like ChatGPT

The Ola founder and chairman, Bhavish Aggarwal, recently unveiled ‘Krutrim AI,’ an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot that is set to rival other leading AI systems such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini in India. Commenting on the announcement Bhavish Aggarwal said, “With AI defining the future paradigms of economy and culture, it is important for […]

Feb 28, 2024

Work Model

Infosys “InfyMe” to allow select WFH for 11 days a month

Recently in January, IT giant, Infosys said it won’t force employees to Return to Office but the company has implemented a roster system to ensure adequate seating capacity. Infosys head of HR Shaji Mathew will be opening additional satellite offices so that employees can commute more easily. However, as per the recent report of TOI, Employees from select business units […]

Feb 28, 2024

Industry

TCS reaffirms its hiring plans, no reductions- CEO, Krithivasan

According to PTI report, India’s largest IT services provider, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), ruled out cutting down on hiring, saying it has no plans of doing so but it may have to pace hiring according to the evolving demand scenario. The statement comes amidst a report that the software industry is going soft on hiring […]

Feb 28, 2024

Industry

Education Minister launches SWAYAM Plus platform to promote employment-oriented programs

The Union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan has launched the SWAYAM Plus Platform. Shri Dharmendra Pradhan said that the Platform will widen the scope of the classroom adding 43 million students of Higher Education students and working professionals. “The courses are needed for the industry, futuristic courses such as semi-conductors, […]

Feb 28, 2024

Hiring

Deloitte hires Interns and diverse jobs for professionals, Apply here

Deloitte, one of the Big Four accounting firms in India is hiring Interns and other diverse jobs for professionals across the country. Deloitte is particularly renowned for its industry-focused approach, offering specialized services for sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, and consumer products. Internship at Deloitte The placement will be in the Internal Audit Market […]

Feb 28, 2024