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Updated on: Dec 2025

Appointments

Nandini Matiyani Joins Strides as EVP Global HR Leader

Dec 8, 2025

Tech Giant Microsoft Ends Mandatory DI Scoring for Employees

Microsoft has quietly eliminated Diversity and Inclusion DampI as a mandatory, company-wide core...

Industry

Dec 8, 2025

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No Work Calls After Office Hrs Right to Disconnect Bill Introduced

In a major development poised to reshape Indias increasingly always-on work culture, ...

Labour Law

Dec 8, 2025

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IBM CEO Explains Why AI Isnt the Primary Cause of Job Cuts

The narrative blaming Artificial Intelligence AI for the ongoing wave of mass layoffs across the g...

Layoffs

Dec 8, 2025

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Employment

Microsoft Virtual Internship in AI with Python, Apply by Dec 11

AICTE launches Virtual Internship on Artificial Intelligence with Python in Collaboration with Microsoft and Rinex Technologies. This Internship is open to current students or recent graduates in tech-related fields with basic Python knowledge; no prior experience required. Comprehensive AI Learning Experience Microsoft and Rinex Technologies have unveiled an exciting new virtual internship program titled “Artificial […]

Dec 6, 2025

Event

Karnataka to Mark September 13th as Women Employees’ Day

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that September 13th will be formally designated as Women Employees’ Day. The declaration was made during a recent public address, reaffirming the state government’s commitment to gender equity and appreciating the role of female staff across various government departments and the broader corporate sector. The significance of the date, September 13th, is tied […]

Dec 6, 2025

Hiring

Deloitte USI launches Mass Hiring Drive — 457 Roles Across India

Global professional services firm Deloitte has launched a major hiring drive through its India-based US offices (“Deloitte USI”), announcing 457 job openings across key locations in India. Deloitte USI — which operates delivery centers in Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi/NCR, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Pune, and Chennai — is actively recruiting across consulting, risk & assurance, cyber-security, content services, […]

Dec 6, 2025

Appointments

Stanley Retail Appoints Abhijeet Sonar as Chief Executive Officer

Stanley Retail Limited, part of Stanley Lifestyles Limited, has announced the appointment of Abhijeet Sonar as Chief Executive Officer. With this appointment, Stanley Retail aims to deepen its presence, enhance customer experience and design innovation, and build a future-ready luxury ecosystem reflecting world-class standards. Extensive Experience With over 27 years of experience across global luxury, […]

Dec 6, 2025

Industry

IT Secretary Calls for IT-ITeS Shift to Sectoral AI Development

Union IT Secretary has issued a clear mandate to the Indian Information Technology and IT-enabled Services (IT-ITeS) sector, urging companies to move beyond simply adopting global Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions and instead focus on building specialized, sectoral AI-based technology. The Secretary emphasized that this strategic shift is critical for ensuring that the rise of AI […]

Dec 6, 2025

Labour Law

Gig Workers Lodge Complaints Against Hyderabad Tech Firm

A significant labor dispute is escalating in Hyderabad, where a collective of gig workers has lodged formal complaints against a major app-based service provider, citing what they describe as “exploitative conditions.” The company, which operates primarily in the tech sector, is accused of unilaterally modifying pay structures, imposing excessive working hours, and lacking basic social […]

Dec 6, 2025

Appointments

Quess Corp Appoints Lohit Bhatia as Chief Executive Officer

Quess Corp, India’s largest and global leader in staffing and workforce solutions, has elevated Lohit Bhatia as CEO effective January 1, 2026, transitioning from his role as President – Workforce Management. In his new role, Lohit will drive Quess Corp’s continued evolution as a global leader in business services, focusing on new market opportunities, digital […]

Dec 6, 2025

Hiring

Why the White-Collar Hiring Slump Ignores Soaring Tech Vacancies

The Indian white-collar job market is exhibiting a sharp paradox: technology-related roles now account for over 50% of all available white-collar openings, yet the broader hiring environment remains sluggish. This phenomenon reflects a fundamental restructuring of corporate demand, where companies prioritize digital transformation and AI integration over routine, non-technical functions, even amidst overall economic caution. Data from […]

Dec 6, 2025

Hiring

Ola Electric to Hire 1,000 Experienced Technicians

Ola Electric, India’s leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has announced a massive recruitment drive to onboard 1,000 senior service technicians, signaling the next aggressive phase of its customer service strategy, dubbed ‘Hyperservice’. This significant hiring push is aimed at strengthening the company’s service infrastructure across the country to match its rapidly accelerating sales volume and address growing customer […]

Dec 6, 2025

Layoffs

Hundreds of Employees Report Sudden Dismissals at TCS

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), one of India’s largest IT services companies, is facing significant backlash and official scrutiny following reports that approximately 365 employees, primarily based in its Pune facilities, were laid off over the last few days. Affected employees lodged formal complaints with the local Labour Commissioner, raising serious questions about the legality and fairness of […]

Dec 5, 2025

Technology

Infosys Democratizes AI Education for Learners Worldwide

Infosys, a global leader in digital services and consulting, has announced a significant expansion of its professional development offerings through the launch of the ‘Skill Builder’ program, dedicated to strengthening its ‘AI-first’ approach to skilling for global learners. This strategic initiative is designed to rapidly upskill students, professionals, and lifelong learners in the foundational and […]

Dec 5, 2025

Industry

SMFG India Credit Launches Auto-Approved Paid Menstrual Leave

SMFG India Credit (SMICC), a leading Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG), announced a significant stride in its employee welfare policies with the introduction of a Paid Menstrual Leave Policy for all its women employees, effective December 2, 2025. This proactive nationwide initiative positions the financial services […]

Dec 5, 2025