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Nano GCCs Pivot to Long-Term Talent Roadmaps

A stark divergence has emerged in Indias Global Capability Center GCC ecosystem, where the ...

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Microsoft Shutters Physical Employee Libraries After Years

In a move that marks the end of a long-standing corporate era, Microsoft has announced the permanent...

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Wipro Trims FY Graduate Intake by Following Low Q

IT major Wipro has significantly scaled back its fresher recruitment plans for the current fiscal ye...

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TCS Headcount Contraction Drags Indian IT Net Hiring

India’s top-tier IT sector has hit a historic low in workforce expansion, as the combined net hiring for the “Big 5” firms—TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech, and Tech Mahindra—stagnated at a staggering 17 employees for the first nine months of the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This near-zero growth marks a dramatic shift from the hyper-hiring era and reflects a […]

Jan 17, 2026

Wipro Q3 FY26: 12,000 Freshers in FY26; Attrition Falls to 14.2%

Wipro Limited announced its financial results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025 (Q3 FY26) on January 16, 2026. While the company achieved its best operating margin in years, its net profit faced a sharp decline due to the one-time impact of India’s new Labor Codes. Wipro Q3 FY26: Financial Results: A Tale of […]

Jan 16, 2026

Why Labor Codes Cost TCS, Infosys, HCLTech Billions in Q3

India’s top IT services giants—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, and HCLTech—have reported a massive combined financial hit exceeding ₹4,370 crore in the third quarter of FY26. This significant expenditure, booked as a one-time exceptional charge, stems from the nationwide implementation of India’s new labor codes in November 2025. TCS, HCLTech, Infosys Impacted: The ₹4,373 Crore Breakdown The […]

Jan 16, 2026

Niva Bupa Launches Dedicated ‘Pink Leave’ Initiative

Niva Bupa Health Insurance, a leading standalone health insurer in India, has announced the launch of ‘Pink Leave,’ a pioneering workplace policy designed to provide dedicated support for its female employees. This initiative marks a major shift in the insurance sector’s approach to gender-inclusive health support. A New Standard for Women’s Wellness The ‘Pink Leave’ policy allows […]

Jan 16, 2026

Infosys Q3 FY26: 5,000 Jobs Added; 20,000 Freshers Targeted

Infosys, India’s digital services and consulting pioneer, announced its financial results for the third quarter of FY2026 on January 15, 2026. The report highlights a robust demand environment fueled by Generative AI and cloud transformations, though bottom-line figures reflect the impact of higher operational costs and shifting regulatory environments. Financial Results: Revenue Growth Amid Margin […]

Jan 15, 2026

McKinsey Workforce: 40,000 Humans, 25,000 AI Agents

McKinsey & Company Global Managing Partner Bob Sternfels has disclosed that the firm’s “workforce” now includes 25,000 AI agents alongside 40,000 human employees. Speaking at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January 2026, Bob described a future where the traditional 1:1 ratio between humans and digital assistants is becoming the new organizational standard. The “25-Squared” […]

Jan 15, 2026

Gratuity Liabilities Surge Under New Labour Codes

Corporate India is witnessing a significant impact on its bottom line this earnings season as the implementation of the new Labour Codes, effective November 21, 2025, forces a massive recalculation of employee benefits. Major players, particularly in the IT services sector, have reported a sharp rise in gratuity provisions in their October–December (Q3) financial results, […]

HCLTech Q3 Results: AI Revenue Surges 20%, Headcount Drops

HCLTech, India’s third-largest IT services provider, announced its financial results for the third quarter of FY26 on January 12, 2026. The company crossed a historic milestone by hitting $15 billion in annualized revenue, driven by explosive growth in its AI portfolio and seasonal strength in its software business. However, similar to its industry peers, the company’s […]

Thousands of Jobs Loom With LG Electronics Mega Plant in AP

Andhra Pradesh’s industrial landscape is witnessing a massive transformation as LG Electronics accelerates the development of its ₹5,000-crore manufacturing facility. Minister for IT, Electronics, and Communications, Nara Lokesh, recently highlighted the “speed and scale” of the project, which is set to become a global benchmark for consumer durables manufacturing and a primary engine for regional job creation. […]

Ashok Leyland Pairs Jobs with Massive Skill Drive in Lucknow

Ashok Leyland, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group, officially inaugurated its state-of-the-art integrated commercial vehicle plant in Lucknow on January 9, 2026. Spread across 70 acres in the Sarojini Nagar Industrial Area, the facility is designed to serve as a global hub for green mobility, focusing primarily on the production of electric buses and […]

TCS Q3FY26: Net Headcount Falls by 30k in FY26, Details Inside

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services exporter, released its financial results for the third quarter of FY26 on January 12, 2026. While the company maintained steady revenue growth driven by its “AI-first” strategy, the bottom line faced significant pressure due to a one-time provisioning of ₹2,128 crore for India’s new Labour Codes and ongoing restructuring […]

Jan 12, 2026