Compensation: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: May 2025
TN Government Doubles Festival Advance for Employees
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TN Government Doubles Festival Advance for Employees

Tamil Nadu government has announced a doubling of the festival advance for its workforce. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin made the announcement in the Legislative Assembly, increasing the advance from ₹10,000 to ₹20,000. The decision, part of a broader set of employee welfare measures, is expected to benefit over 12 lakh government employees and teachers across […]

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Infosys Employees Face Lower Q4 Bonuses as IT Sector Struggles
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Infosys Employees Face Lower Q4 Bonuses as IT Sector Struggles

Infosys employees have been cautioned about lower performance bonus payouts for the fourth quarter of FY25, reflecting continued uncertainties in the software services sector. The Bengaluru-based IT giant reported an 11.7% year-on-year decline in net profit, amounting to ₹7,033 crore, alongside weak revenue guidance for FY26. During a recent conference bridge call, Infosys HR executives […]

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Google Overhauls its Compensation Strategy for High Performance
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Google Overhauls its Compensation Strategy for High Performance

Google is overhauling its compensation strategy to better incentivize high performance among employees. According to media reports, the tech giant will enhance bonuses and equity awards for top performers while slightly reducing payouts for those with lower performance ratings. New Structure to Take Effect in 2025 Reviews The revised compensation model is set to influence […]

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Compensation & Increment Trends in GCCs in 2025
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Compensation & Increment Trends in GCCs in 2025

Talent500 has released its Increment & Compensation Trends in GCCs report, offering a data-rich view into how Global Capability Centers in India are transforming compensation strategies to stay future-ready. The report reveals a dynamic shift in how leading enterprises approach increments, talent investments, and rewards — all in the context of a rapidly evolving business […]

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Amazon Salary Overhaul: Who Benefits and Who Loses?
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Amazon Salary Overhaul: Who Benefits and Who Loses?

Amazon has announced a major overhaul of its compensation model, shifting its focus toward rewarding long-time top performers while reducing payouts for first-time high achievers. The revised salary structure, which takes effect in 2025, aims to distinguish between employees with sustained excellence and those with fluctuating performance records. Under the new guidelines, veteran employees who […]

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TCS Full Variable Pay to 70% Workforce; Senior Cuts Persist
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TCS Full Variable Pay to 70% Workforce; Senior Cuts Persist

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services company, has paid out 100% of the Quarterly Variable Allowance (QVA) to over 70% of its employees for the January–March 2025 quarter. The company stated that variable payouts for other employees were based on individual business unit performance, maintaining its standard practice across quarters. However, reports suggest […]

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Google Changes Salary Structure: What It Means for Employees
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Google Changes Salary Structure: What It Means for Employees

Google has announced significant changes to its salary structure, aiming to reward high-performing employees while adjusting compensation for those with lower ratings. The modifications, set to impact end-of-year reviews and 2026 compensation planning, reflect a broader trend in the tech industry where companies are raising performance expectations to drive productivity. Key Changes in the Compensation […]

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Why Wipro Entry-Level Pay Hasn’t Changed in 10 Years
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Why Wipro Entry-Level Pay Hasn’t Changed in 10 Years

Wipro, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has faced scrutiny over its entry-level salary structure for freshers. For over a decade, the starting salary for fresh graduates has remained in the range of ₹3-4 lakh per annum. This has sparked debates about compensation trends in the IT industry, especially in light of inflation and […]

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Why TCS Deferred FY25 Salary Hike: Better Hike Ahead?
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Why TCS Deferred FY25 Salary Hike: Better Hike Ahead?

TCS had initially announced its annual salary hike during the Q3FY25 results, with increments ranging from 4% to 8%, effective March 2025 and payments starting in April. Offsite employees were expected to receive hikes of 7-8%, while onsite employees were to see a more modest increase of 2-4%. High-performing employees were to be rewarded with […]

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Skilled and Unskilled Workers in Delhi to Earn Higher Wages
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Skilled and Unskilled Workers in Delhi to Earn Higher Wages

Delhi government has announced a hike in minimum wages for skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled workers employed in scheduled employment. The revised wage rates, effective from April 1, 2025, reflect the government’s commitment to ensuring fair compensation and protecting workers’ purchasing power in the face of economic challenges. This decision will benefit thousands of workers across […]

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Odisha Increases DA for State Employees and Pensioners by 2%
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Odisha Increases DA for State Employees and Pensioners by 2%

Odisha government has announced a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state employees and pensioners. This decision, effective retrospectively from January 1, 2025, was declared by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on April 11, 2025. The hike raises the DA from 53% to 55%, benefiting approximately 8.5 lakh individuals across the state. The revised […]

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TCS Salary Hike: Balancing Employee Expectations and Economic Realities
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TCS Salary Hike: Balancing Employee Expectations and Economic Realities

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services provider, has announced that salary hikes for the fiscal year 2025 will be reviewed and implemented based on the evolving business environment. The announcement has sparked discussions among employees and industry experts about the future of compensation trends in the IT industry. TCS has emphasized its commitment […]

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