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Updated on: May 2025

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Google Overhauls its Compensation Strategy for High Performance

May 10, 2025

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May 7, 2025

Amazon Salary Overhaul Who Benefits and Who Loses?

Amazon has announced a major overhaul of its compensation model, shifting its focus toward rewarding...

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May 7, 2025

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May 6, 2025

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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 […]

May 1, 2025

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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 […]

Apr 17, 2025

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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 […]

Apr 16, 2025

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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 […]

Apr 16, 2025

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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 […]

Apr 12, 2025

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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 […]

Apr 10, 2025

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AI Talent Retention: Why Google is Paying Employees Not to Work

In a highly competitive artificial intelligence (AI) landscape, Google has adopted an unconventional strategy to retain its top talent. Reports suggest that the tech giant is paying some of its AI staff a year’s salary during extended leave. This primarily includes employees from its DeepMind division. This approach, known as “garden leave,” is designed to […]

Apr 9, 2025

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YesMadam Sets Benchmark with 0% Commission for Top Performers

YesMadam, a leading Indian at-home salon and wellness brand, has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to empower its top-performing service professionals. The company has introduced a 0% commission model, allowing its best-performing partners to retain 100% of their earnings. The 0% commission model is designed to reward excellence and dedication among YesMadam’s service professionals. By eliminating […]

Apr 8, 2025

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Central Government Employees to Receive DA Arrears with April Salary

The central government has recently approved a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for its employees and pensioners. This decision, effective from January 1, 2025, was finalized during a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28, 2025. The move is set to benefit over one crore employees […]

Apr 3, 2025

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IndiGo Aligns Employee Rewards with Performance Metrics

InterGlobe Aviation, the parent company of IndiGo, has approved the grant of 50,141 performance stock options under its Employees Stock Option Scheme (ESOS) 2023. The company’s Nomination and Remuneration Committee sanctioned this decision to reward employees based on their performance metrics. The stock options will take effect from April 1, 2025, aligning with SEBI regulations […]

Apr 2, 2025

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EY Report Highlights E-commerce as Salary Growth Leader in 2025

India’s e-commerce sector is poised for unprecedented salary hikes in 2025, surpassing 10%, according to a recent report by Ernst & Young (EY). This surge in pay growth highlights the sector’s resilience and rapid expansion, driven by technological advancements, increased consumer spending, and the growing digital economy. Despite a slight moderation in salary growth across […]

Apr 1, 2025

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Announces Major Shift in Promotion Policy

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has unveiled a transformative change in the company’s promotion policy during a recent Town Hall meeting. This announcement signifies a major shift away from traditional corporate practices. It focuses on efficiency, meritocracy, and customer-centric results rather than hierarchical growth and large team management. Key Changes in Promotion Policy at Amazon Andy […]

Mar 25, 2025