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Updated on: Jul 2026
Manufacturing Momentum Spurs Demand for Skilled Talent
Employment

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
Employment

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
Employment

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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Accenture to Launch New Hyderabad Campus with 10.16 Lakh Sq Ft Office Lease
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Accenture to Launch New Hyderabad Campus with 10.16 Lakh Sq Ft Office Lease

Accenture has leased approximately 10.16 lakh sq ft of commercial office space in Hyderabad’s Kondapur area in a 10-year agreement valued at over ₹1,000 crore, according to property registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix. The transaction marks one of the largest office leasing deals in the city’s recent commercial real estate history. The leased space […]

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TCS Wins Elopak IT Deal, Cautious Hiring- 25,000 Fresher Offers for FY27
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TCS Wins Elopak IT Deal, Cautious Hiring- 25,000 Fresher Offers for FY27

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services company, has secured a multi-year strategic IT partnership with Elopak ASA, however, reiterating a cautious hiring stance for FY27 amid a still-evolving global demand environment. Under the agreement, TCS will serve as Elopak’s strategic IT partner, leading the transformation and management of its global IT operations. The […]

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Infosys Wins Three Large Deals Worth $325 Million; To Hire 20,000 Freshers in FY27
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Infosys Wins Three Large Deals Worth $325 Million; To Hire 20,000 Freshers in FY27

Infosys has secured three major contracts worth a combined $325 million, strengthening its large-deal pipeline at a time when global enterprises are increasingly investing in cost optimization, vendor consolidation, and AI-led transformation initiatives. According to industry sources, the largest of these deals is with Swedish automaker Volvo Cars, estimated to be worth around $170 million. […]

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Cognizant Released a Study on the Future of Entry-Level Work in India
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Cognizant Released a Study on the Future of Entry-Level Work in India

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming India’s workforce at an accelerated pace, with more than one-third of entry-level tasks already being handled by AI systems, according to a new study released by Cognizant and Pearson. The report, titled as The AI Workforce Pulse: The Adaptability Imperative, the study surveyed 750 HR leaders across India, the United […]

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PM Modi to Disburse ₹2,400 Crore Employment Incentives
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PM Modi to Disburse ₹2,400 Crore Employment Incentives

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will today, June 19, 2026, disburse ₹2,400 crore worth of incentives under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PM-VBRY), marking one of the largest employment-linked payouts under the scheme so far. Around 1.5 million beneficiaries, including first-time employees and employers, are expected to receive direct financial support through the Direct […]

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SBI Plans Comprehensive Overhaul of Employee Wellness Program
Employment

SBI Plans Comprehensive Overhaul of Employee Wellness Program

State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest public-sector lender, is preparing to significantly revamp its employee wellness programme as part of its broader efforts to enhance workforce well-being and create a healthier workplace culture. Strengthening Mental Health and Employee Support The proposed wellness framework is designed to provide holistic support to employees, addressing not […]

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US Lawmakers Introduce Bill to End H-1B Visa Abuse
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US Lawmakers Introduce Bill to End H-1B Visa Abuse

In a bid to protect American white-collar jobs, hardline Republican lawmakers in the U.S. Congress have introduced a sweeping legislative framework to overhaul the H-1B visa program. Spearheaded by Representative Chip Roy (R-TX), the “American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act of 2026” targets systemic loopholes used by tech corporations to prioritize cheaper foreign labor over domestic STEM […]

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