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Updated on: Jul 2020

Industry

Microsoft launches free Digital Skills Training initiative

Jul 1, 2020

Adidas HR head steps down after race row

BERLIN The head of human resources atnbspAdidasnbsphas stepped down after a group of employees ...

CHRO Move

Jul 1, 2020

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Microsoft to open a -employee campus in G. Noida, UP

Microsoft to open a new -employee campus in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh US-based technology maj...

Industry

Jul 1, 2020

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Unlock . Guidelines Rules, What to Remain Closed?

Unlock . Guidelines amp RulesnbspThe Centre on Monday issued guidelines for Unlock Phase II, ...

Jobs

Jun 30, 2020

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Jobs

Karnataka launches ‘Skill Connect Forum’ for job seekers

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa launches `Skill Connect Forum` for job seekers and recruiters Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Monday (June 29) launched the ‘Skill Connect Forum‘ and said that the state government is committed to providing impetuous to creating jobs by reviving economic and industrial activities. After launching the ‘Skill Connect Forum’ in […]

Jun 30, 2020

Jobs

Airbus plans restructuring, thousands of job cuts

Airbus finalizing thousands of job cuts as CEO confirms 40% reduction in output European aerospace company, Airbus was finalizing an imminent restructuring plan expected to include thousands of job cuts on Monday as its chief executive confirmed plans to hold output down by 40% for two years. Airbus could set out its largest ever reorganisation […]

Jun 30, 2020

CHRO Move

Lubrizol ropes in RIL’s Sumit Neogi as Director- HR

The Lubrizol Corporation appoints Sumit Neogi as Director- Human Resources, South Asia, and the Middle East. Prior to joining The Lubrizol Corporation, Sumit was working as Vice President (HR Services) with Reliance Industries Limited for the last 2 years and he was reporting to Ashwani Prashara, CHRO, Hydrocarbons at Reliance Industries. Earlier to this, he […]

Jun 29, 2020

Coronavirus

JSW extends WFH option to 50% of Ballari plant workforce

JSW steel extends work from home option to 50% of its Ballari plant workforce JSW Steel is trying to maintain capacity utilization at its main steel plant at Ballari in Karnataka even as it has extended Work From Home option to 50% of its workforce amid the growing number of COVID-19 cases. It has set […]

Jun 29, 2020

Jobs

Amazon announces 20000 jobs, to provide WFH option

Amazon announces 20000 jobs, to provide Work From Home option Amazon India on Sunday announced that it has opened close to 20,000 seasonal or temporary employment opportunities in its customer service organization to ensure customers worldwide continue to have a seamless online shopping experience. The company said in a statement that new positions are now […]

Jun 29, 2020

Survey & Report

How TCS, Infosys, HCL will be impacted by H-1B Visa hold

How TCS, Infosys, HCL will be impacted by H-1B Visa Hold- Report

Jun 29, 2020

Coronavirus

Nike Inc plans to cut jobs in digital push

Nike announces likely job cuts, $790 million loss due to COVID-19 on its business globally. Nike Inc. an American multinational corporation, warned of job cuts as the world’s largest footwear maker ramps up efforts to sell directly to customers through its online and retail channels. Nike, Inc. is engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, and worldwide […]

Jun 28, 2020

CHRO Move

Boeing appoints D’Ambrose as new HR Leader

Boeing appoints Michael D’Ambrose as Executive Vice President of Human Resources, effective 06 July 2020 He will succeed Wendy Livingston, who has served in an interim capacity since April. In this role, D’Ambrose will be responsible for the company’s leadership and learning, talent planning, employee and labor relations, total rewards, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. […]

Jun 27, 2020

Jobs

Delhi, District judge orders court staff to work from home

District judge orders work from home, judges not to call staff to courts amid the rise in COVID-19 cases New Delhi, Jun 26 (PTI) District Judge of Rohini Courts here has asked all the judicial officers to work from home and not to ask staffers to come to courts in view of the rising number […]

Jun 27, 2020

Diversity & Inclusion

Fidelity Intl rolls out an equal parental leave for all staff

Fidelity International rolls out an equal parental leave of up to 26 weeks for all staff globally. Fidelity International has announced up to 26 weeks of paternity leave globally, including India. Currently, the company offers 10 days of paternity leave and 26 weeks of maternity leave which is on par with the central government’s parental […]

Jun 27, 2020

Coronavirus

Accenture to curb hiring, halt some promotions to cut costs

Accenture to curb hiring and halt some promotions as cost cutting measures Accenture Plc, one of the world’s largest consulting firms, will curb hiring and halt some promotions in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. New hiring will focus on the replacement of subcontractors, Chief Executive Officer Julie Sweet said Thursday on an earnings call. […]

Jun 26, 2020

Merger & Acquisition

HUL has acquired ‘VWash’ from Glenmark Pharma

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has completed the acquisition of VWash from Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Today, Hindustan Unilever (HUL) said it has completed the acquisition of VWash from pharma major Glenmark Pharmaceuticals. The company, however, did not disclose the value of the transaction. ‘VWash’ was launched by Glenmark in 2013 and the brand has established itself as […]

Jun 26, 2020