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Updated on: Jul 2026
HCLTech Wins USD 1.14 Billion AI Deal, May Boost Tech Jobs
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HCLTech Wins USD 1.14 Billion AI Deal, May Boost Tech Jobs

HCL Technologies (HCLTech) has announced a strategic partnership with a Europe-headquartered Fortune Global 50 company, securing a contract worth USD 1.14 billion during its initial term. HCLTech has not disclosed the name of the customer. In its stock exchange filing. The engagement represents entirely new business for the company and will commence in July 2026, […]

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Delhi Introduces a Permanent Winter Work-From-Home Policy
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Delhi Introduces a Permanent Winter Work-From-Home Policy

The Delhi government has notified a permanent winter pollution framework that mandates 50% work-from-home (WFH) for employees in both government and private offices every year from November 1 to January 31. This step is part of a broader anti-pollution strategy aimed at reducing vehicular emissions and tackling the capital’s recurring winter smog. The overall framework […]

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Capgemini Shuts Bengaluru Daycare After Child Abuse Allegations
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Capgemini Shuts Bengaluru Daycare After Child Abuse Allegations

Capgemini in Bengaluru has temporarily shut its on-campus daycare facility at its HAL campus in Bengaluru after allegations of child abuse emerged. The incident came to light after CCTV footage, reportedly recorded inside the daycare, surfaced online and was shared with parents, leading to police complaints and an investigation. The videos allegedly showed caregivers physically […]

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Big Four Firm EY Opens 1,500+ Roles Across Domains in India
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Big Four Firm EY Opens 1,500+ Roles Across Domains in India

Big Four firm EY India has announced a large hiring drive, offering more than 1,500 job openings across multiple business functions. The recruitment is open to both fresh graduates and experienced professionals and covers roles in technology, consulting, finance, human resources, legal, tax, risk, analytics, and operations. The openings are available across major locations, including […]

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IITs Raise Concerns Over Employer Accountability in Campus Hiring
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IITs Raise Concerns Over Employer Accountability in Campus Hiring

India’s premier engineering institutes have taken a firm stand against companies withdrawing job offers made through campus placements. The All IITs Placement Committee (AIPC), representing all 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), has asked more than 10 recruiters to either honour their hiring commitments or compensate affected students with three months’ salary. The move follows […]

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Ford rehired 350 engineers after AI failed to meet quality standards
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Ford rehired 350 engineers after AI failed to meet quality standards

American automaker Ford has brought back around 350 veteran engineers after its AI-based quality control systems failed to meet the company’s quality standards. The move shows that while artificial intelligence can improve manufacturing processes, it cannot fully replace the knowledge and experience of skilled engineers. Like many global companies, Ford adopted AI to lower costs, […]

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India’s Economy Could Hit $7 Trillion This Decade, Boosting Jobs
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India’s Economy Could Hit $7 Trillion This Decade, Boosting Jobs

India is on course to become a $7 trillion economy by the end of this decade, with the potential to double in size to nearly $14 trillion by the mid-2030s, according to India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra. The projection reflects the country’s long-term growth trajectory, driven by economic reforms, infrastructure development, […]

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Manufacturing Momentum Spurs Demand for Skilled Talent
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Manufacturing Momentum Spurs Demand for Skilled Talent

India’s industrial output grew 5.1% year-on-year in May, up from 4.9% in April, driven by strong manufacturing activity and higher electricity generation, according to the latest Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data. While the figures primarily measure industrial performance, they also provide valuable signals for the labour market, indicating continued demand for talent across manufacturing, […]

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Mercedes-Benz Asked Employees to Work Longer Hours for Same Pay
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Mercedes-Benz Asked Employees to Work Longer Hours for Same Pay

German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a new round of cost-cutting measures, asking employees to work longer hours without additional pay as it looks to reduce expenses and improve competitiveness in a challenging global automotive market. In an internal note sent to employees on Friday, CEO Olaf Källenius and other senior executives said the company […]

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Apple Supplier Tata Electronics Tightens Employee Access After Cyberattack
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Apple Supplier Tata Electronics Tightens Employee Access After Cyberattack

Tata Electronics, a key supplier to Apple, has tightened internal security protocols and restricted employee access to sensitive systems following a recent cybersecurity breach, reflecting how cyber incidents are increasingly reshaping workplace policies and employee access governance. According to a Reuters report published on Friday, the company has strengthened security controls across its facilities and […]

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AICTE Industry Fellowship 2026, Deadline Extended, ₹1 Lakh Stipend
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AICTE Industry Fellowship 2026, Deadline Extended, ₹1 Lakh Stipend

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has extended the application deadline for its Industry Fellowship Programme (IFP) 2026–27 to July 5, 2026. The program is offering eligible faculty members an additional opportunity to apply for the prestigious initiative. The deadline was earlier set for June 25, 2026. The extension is expected to encourage […]

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