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Updated on: Sep 2026
Infosys Employees Get 70% Average Variable Pay for Q1 FY27
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Infosys Employees Get 70% Average Variable Pay for Q1 FY27

Infosys has paid an average variable pay of 70% to eligible employees for Q1 FY27, covering the April-June 2026 quarter. The average payout is unchanged from the previous quarter but is around 10 percentage points lower than the same quarter last year, according to reports. The latest payout comes as Infosys continues to manage employee […]

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Infosys Salary Hike 2026: October Hike Is Coming, But How Much?
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Infosys Salary Hike 2026: October Hike Is Coming, But How Much?

Infosys is approaching the next phase of its FY27 salary revision cycle, with most employees expected to receive their salary hikes from October 2026. Senior employees are scheduled to receive their revisions from January 2027. The two-phase salary revision plan was confirmed by Infosys during its Q1 FY27 results. However, the company has not yet […]

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Job Titles vs Pay: Indian Professionals See a Growing Gap- Indeed
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Job Titles vs Pay: Indian Professionals See a Growing Gap- Indeed

Nearly six in 10 professionals in India believe their job title does not match their compensation, according to a new Indeed quarterly hiring tracker report. The findings point to a gap between job designations, salary and actual career progression in Indian workplaces. The report is based on responses from 2,533 employees and 1,211 employers across […]

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Air India Announces Salary Hikes From October 1, Leadership Change Ahead
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Air India Announces Salary Hikes From October 1, Leadership Change Ahead

Air India will implement its annual salary increments from October 1, 2026, after deferring the pay revision by three months amid the impact of the Middle East crisis on the airline’s operations and costs. Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Air India, confirmed the decision during a townhall with employees on August […]

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SEBI Expands Employee Benefits with AI, NPS and Childcare
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SEBI Expands Employee Benefits with AI, NPS and Childcare

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a range of employee welfare measures during FY2025-26, with a strong focus on accessibility, financial security and employee well-being. According to its Annual Report 2025-26, the market regulator has rolled out AI-powered assistive technology for visually impaired employees, enhanced retirement benefits, improved housing loan schemes […]

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India’s Salary Growth Map Is Changing—Tier-2 Cities Are Catching Up
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India’s Salary Growth Map Is Changing—Tier-2 Cities Are Catching Up

India’s salary landscape is undergoing a significant shift, with several Tier-2 cities emerging as strong contenders alongside traditional metro hubs. According to the TeamLease Jobs and Salaries Primer FY2026-27, salary growth is becoming more geographically balanced as manufacturing, industrial expansion, and enterprise investments gather pace across the country. The report surveyed 1,268 businesses across 23 […]

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Wipro Bets on Employee Ownership with 10.2 Lakh Stock Awards
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Wipro Bets on Employee Ownership with 10.2 Lakh Stock Awards

Wipro has granted a total of 10,21,882 stock awards under its employee stock ownership plan, comprising 9,11,458 American Depositary Shares (ADS) Restricted Stock Units (ADS RSUs) and 1,10,424 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). These equity-based awards are intended to recognize employee contributions and strengthen long-term retention by aligning employees’ interests with the company’s growth. The latest […]

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Labour Codes Are Redefining Salary Structures: Compliance Is Not Just About 50% Basic Pay
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Labour Codes Are Redefining Salary Structures: Compliance Is Not Just About 50% Basic Pay

Labour Codes are prompting organizations to rethink salary structures. Leading IT companies, including Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), are revising compensation components to balance compliance, payroll efficiency, cost optimization, and employee benefits. While Artificial Intelligence, skills transformation, and productivity dominate boardroom discussions, compensation design has emerged as one of the most significant HR priorities. Also Read: […]

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IndiGo Defers Salary Hikes for Senior Staff After Reporting Q1 Loss
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IndiGo Defers Salary Hikes for Senior Staff After Reporting Q1 Loss

India’s largest airline, IndiGo, has deferred salary hikes for its senior management after reporting a net loss in the first quarter of FY27. During the company’s post-results earnings call, Chief Financial Officer Gaurav Negi confirmed that the planned salary revisions for senior employees have been postponed and will be reviewed after six months. The decision […]

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