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Updated on: Aug 2025
Apple Discloses Base Salaries Amid AI Talent Battle
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Apple Discloses Base Salaries Amid AI Talent Battle

Apple Inc. has publicly disclosed detailed salary ranges for a wide array of technical roles, including engineers, software developers, and data scientists. The information comes from federal filings submitted to the U.S. Department of Labor in 2025, primarily related to foreign worker sponsorships. While the figures exclude bonuses, stock grants, and other benefits, they offer […]

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Mahindra Announces Diwali ESOP Grant for 14,000 Employees
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Mahindra Announces Diwali ESOP Grant for 14,000 Employees

Mahindra Group has announced a one-time Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) grant for 12,000 to 14,000 employees, including shop floor workers for the first time. The initiative, timed ahead of Diwali, reflects the company’s intent to recognize long-term contributions and foster a sense of ownership among its workforce. The ESOP grant spans across three core […]

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Cognizant May Roll Out Pay Increases Later in 2025
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Cognizant May Roll Out Pay Increases Later in 2025

Cognizant, one of India’s leading IT services firms, has yet to finalize its decision on salary hikes for employees in 2025. Despite earlier indications that merit-based pay increases would begin in August, the company has now stated that no firm timeline has been set. The uncertainty stems from ongoing macroeconomic challenges and a cautious demand […]

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Infosys Leads in Wage Hikes, TCS Prioritizes Retention
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Infosys Leads in Wage Hikes, TCS Prioritizes Retention

India’s top IT services firms—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro, and HCL Technologies—have released their Q1 FY26 results, offering insights into their hiring strategies, salary revisions, and business outlook. While Infosys posted relatively stronger numbers, the overall sentiment across the sector remains cautious due to global macroeconomic headwinds, delayed client spending, and evolving demand patterns. […]

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8th Pay Commission May Recommend 13% Salary Hike
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8th Pay Commission May Recommend 13% Salary Hike

The Government of India is preparing to constitute the 8th Pay Commission (CPC), which is expected to recommend a 13% effective salary hike for nearly 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners. While the commission was announced in January 2025, its formal setup—including the appointment of members and definition of Terms of Reference […]

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Software Engineers at Amazon Earn Up to ₹2.27 Crore
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Software Engineers at Amazon Earn Up to ₹2.27 Crore

Amazon 2025 salary disclosures, based on publicly available H-1B visa filings and internal compensation data, offer a detailed look into how the tech giant pays its global workforce. With a headcount of approximately 1.6 million employees worldwide, including 11,300 foreign workers hired in Q1 2025 alone, Amazon continues to attract top-tier talent with competitive pay […]

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Mark Zuckerberg Says Meta’s AI Talent Isn’t Chasing Paychecks
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Mark Zuckerberg Says Meta’s AI Talent Isn’t Chasing Paychecks

In a candid interview with The Information, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg dismissed the notion that top AI researchers are joining Meta solely for massive compensation packages. Amid reports of Rs 1,600 crore ($200 million) offers to lure talent from Apple, OpenAI, and Google DeepMind, Mark clarified that the real draw lies in unmatched compute power, […]

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Amid Expansion, Swiggy Rolls Out ₹150 Crore ESOPs for Staff
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Amid Expansion, Swiggy Rolls Out ₹150 Crore ESOPs for Staff

Foodtech and quick commerce giant Swiggy has announced a fresh round of employee stock option (ESOP) grants worth ₹150 crore under its ESOP 2024 plan. According to filings with the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the company has issued 38.86 lakh stock options priced at ₹1 per share, which will convert into fully paid-up equity shares […]

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TCS Gives 100% Variable Pay, But Deferred Hikes- Here’s Why
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TCS Gives 100% Variable Pay, But Deferred Hikes- Here’s Why

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has rolled out 100% variable pay for over 70% of its employees for Q1 FY26 (April–June 2025). This includes employees up to the C2 grade, while those in higher bands (C3 and above) received variable pay based on the performance of their respective business units. The […]

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8th Pay Commission: Timeline, Fitment Factor, and Salary Boost
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8th Pay Commission: Timeline, Fitment Factor, and Salary Boost

Union Cabinet has given in-principle approval for the formation of the 8th Pay Commission, which will revise salaries, pensions, and allowances for central government employees and pensioners. According to reports by Ambit Institutional Equities, the commission is expected to submit its recommendations by the end of 2025, with implementation likely to begin from January 1, […]

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TCS Pays 100% Variable Bonus to 70% of Staff
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TCS Pays 100% Variable Bonus to 70% of Staff

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has announced a 100% payout of Quarterly Variable Allowance (QVA) to over 70% of its workforce for the April–June quarter (Q1 FY26). This marks the second consecutive quarter of full QVA disbursement, reinforcing the company’s commitment to employee recognition despite a challenging macroeconomic environment. According to […]

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TCS to Retain Talent, Go Slow on Hiring as Wage Hikes Loom
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TCS to Retain Talent, Go Slow on Hiring as Wage Hikes Loom

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering wage hikes for its 600,000+ employees, despite macroeconomic headwinds and margin pressures. Speaking after the release of the Q1 FY26 results, Chief Financial Officer Samir Seksaria emphasized that employee compensation remains a top priority, stating, “My priority is getting back […]

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