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Updated on: Jun 2025

Employment

Nestl Indias Workforce Shrinks by . Amid Expansion Plans

Jun 5, 2025

Infosys Launches Over Enterprise AI Agents with Google Cloud

Infosys has launched over enterprise-grade AI agents as part of its Infosys Topaz AI suite. Dev...

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Jun 3, 2025

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Indias Workforce Goes Green Million Jobs Expected by

Indias green economy is expanding rapidly, with projections indicating the creation of . million...

Hiring

Jun 2, 2025

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Air India Revamps Workforce, Reduces Employee Age

Air India is undergoing a major workforce transformation, aligning with its ambitious modernization ...

Employment

Jun 2, 2025

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Industry

Cognizant Launches 600-Workforce TechFin Centre in GIFT City

Cognizant has officially launched a 600-workforce strong TechFin Centre in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), Gandhinagar, marking a strategic expansion in its Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector operations. The facility, inaugurated by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, is expected to serve as a global hub for advanced technology solutions catering to Cognizant’s […]

May 24, 2025

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HSBC UK Links Annual Bonuses to In-Office Presence

HSBC UK has introduced a new policy linking employee bonuses to office attendance, marking a significant shift in its post-pandemic hybrid work strategy. The bank has informed its 24,000 retail and commercial banking employees that failure to meet the 60% in-office attendance requirement could impact their performance assessments and variable pay. The move comes as […]

May 23, 2025

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Accenture to Promote 15,000 Employees in India This June

Global IT services giant Accenture has announced a major promotion drive, set to elevate 15,000 employees in India in June 2025 as part of a broader global initiative. Over the course of FY25, the company plans to promote 43,000 employees in India, reinforcing its commitment to talent recognition and workforce development. The announcement was made […]

May 23, 2025

Industry

Tech Layoffs: Microsoft, Google, Amazon Cut Thousands of Jobs

The global tech industry is witnessing another wave of mass layoffs in 2025, with over 61,000 jobs eliminated across 130 companies. Major players such as Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and IBM have announced significant workforce reductions, citing economic uncertainty, AI-driven restructuring, and slowing revenue growth as key factors. While each company has framed its layoffs as […]

May 23, 2025

Industry

Byju’s Employees and Students Demand Compensation

Byju’s, once India’s most valued edtech startup, is facing severe financial distress, leaving employees unpaid and students without access to learning materials. Since entering insolvency proceedings in July 2024, the company has struggled to fulfill salary commitments and compensate affected students, despite repeated assurances from founder and CEO Byju Raveendran. With legal battles, investor disputes, […]

May 21, 2025

ESG

Capgemini Announces its Updated ESG Policy & Ambitious Goals

IT giant Capgemini has reaffirmed its dedication to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles by updating its ESG policy, originally established in 2021. This updated policy introduces a ninth priority focused on ethics, expanding upon the initial eight, and outlines 14 specific objectives aimed at fostering sustainable growth, responsible business practices, and corporate accountability. Significant […]

May 17, 2025

Compensation

Infosys, Wipro Boost IT Salaries by 30% Since FY21

India’s leading IT firms, Infosys and Wipro, have reported a 30% increase in median employee salaries since FY21. While Tech Mahindra saw a modest increase, global firms like Cognizant and Accenture experienced more moderate hikes. However, the growth rate of annual increments is showing signs of cooling, influenced by factors such as competitive intensity, attrition, […]

May 17, 2025

Employment

Vedanta Aims for 30% Female Workforce by 2030

Vedanta Ltd., one of India’s leading natural resources companies, has announced an ambitious plan to increase female representation in its workforce to 30% by 2030. The initiative is part of the company’s broader commitment to gender diversity, inclusion, and workplace transformation. With 28% of its leadership roles already held by women, Vedanta is setting a […]

May 16, 2025

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Ericsson Sets Up New Plant, 100% Antennas in India by June 2025

Ericsson Antenna System (EAS) has announced the expansion of its local manufacturing capabilities in India, solidifying the country’s position as a strategic innovation hub within the company’s global network. Antenna manufacturing will take place in Gurgaon, meanwhile, Ericsson’s logistics hub in Pune will support distribution and supply chain operations across the region. By June 2025, […]

May 13, 2025

Compensation

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 […]

May 13, 2025

Industry

Microsoft Employees Banned from Using DeepSeek, Why?

Microsoft has officially prohibited its employees from using the DeepSeek App on both desktop and mobile platforms. While the decision might seem unexpected at first, the tech giant has cited strong reasons centered around security risks and propaganda concerns. Clear Message from Microsoft Leadership Brad Smith, Microsoft’s vice chairman and president, clarified the company’s position […]

May 10, 2025

Employment

Deloitte, KPMG, IT firms: Advisory for Staff amid India-Pak Tension

As tensions rise between India and Pakistan, several top companies like Deloitte, KPMG, Indian IT, and global consulting firms have issued advisories urging employees in high-risk areas to work from home (WFH) and avoid non-essential travel. Companies including HCLTech, Deloitte, EY, Tech Mahindra, and KPMG have activated precautionary measures, especially in northern states and the […]

May 10, 2025