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Updated on: Oct 2025
Google Flags Over 100 Victims in Oracle-Linked Cyberattack
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Google Flags Over 100 Victims in Oracle-Linked Cyberattack

Google has issued a warning that more than 100 organizations may have been compromised in a large-scale hacking campaign linked to the CL0P ransomware group. The cyberattack targeted Oracle’s E-Business Suite, a widely used enterprise resource planning platform, and resulted in the theft of significant volumes of customer data. Experts have described the breach, which […]

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Bira 91 Faces Internal Revolt as Employees Call for CEO Exit
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Bira 91 Faces Internal Revolt as Employees Call for CEO Exit

Over 250 employees of B9 Beverages, the company behind Bira 91 craft beer, have submitted a formal petition to the board and key investors demanding a leadership change. The plea specifically calls for the removal of founder and CEO Ankur Jain from the company’s management, citing serious concerns around corporate governance, financial transparency, and delayed […]

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TCS Headcount Falls by 19,755 in Q2 FY26
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TCS Headcount Falls by 19,755 in Q2 FY26

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) reported a net reduction of 19,755 employees in Q2 FY26, marking one of the sharpest quarterly workforce contractions in its history. The decline comes amid a broader restructuring initiative and strategic workforce realignment. TCS Workforce Reduction Exceeds Initial Estimates As of September 30, 2025, TCS reported a total headcount of 5,93,314 […]

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TCS Q2 FY26 Results: Revenue Rises, Headcount Stable
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TCS Q2 FY26 Results: Revenue Rises, Headcount Stable

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced its financial results for the second quarter of FY26 on October 9, 2025. The company reported modest growth in revenue and profit, a stable headcount, and a continued focus on operational efficiency amid global demand uncertainties. TCS declared a second interim dividend of ₹11 per equity share. The dividend will […]

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Tata Trusts Divided Over Board Appointments and Leadership
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Tata Trusts Divided Over Board Appointments and Leadership

A governance dispute has erupted within Tata Trusts, the philanthropic arm that controls 66% of Tata Sons, exposing a deepening power struggle among trustees. The conflict, which began in September 2025, centers on board nominations and transparency, and has prompted intervention from senior government officials. Disagreement Over Board Reappointments The dispute surfaced during a trustee […]

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TCS Cancels Q2 Press Conference Scheduled for October 9
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TCS Cancels Q2 Press Conference Scheduled for October 9

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced the cancellation of its scheduled post-earnings press conference for the second quarter of FY26, originally set for October 9, 2025. The decision coincides with the first death anniversary of Ratan Tata, the former chairman of Tata Sons and a revered figure in Indian industry. While the press briefing has […]

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Google Flags Surge in Extortion Emails Sent to Executives
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Google Flags Surge in Extortion Emails Sent to Executives

Google has issued a warning about a surge in extortion emails being sent to executives at large organizations. The tech company revealed that a group claiming affiliation with the Clop ransomware gang is behind the campaign, which began around September 29, 2025. The senders of these emails allege that they have stolen sensitive data from […]

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Apple Grants Employees Extra Time Off Ahead of Thanksgiving
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Apple Grants Employees Extra Time Off Ahead of Thanksgiving

Apple has announced that employees will receive three additional days off during Thanksgiving week, continuing a long-standing tradition initiated by co-founder Steve Jobs. The practice, known internally as “Steve Days,” is intended to recognize employee contributions and offer time for rest and reflection at the end of the year. In a companywide memo, CEO Tim […]

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Volkswagen Initiates Major Overhaul of India Operations
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Volkswagen Initiates Major Overhaul of India Operations

Volkswagen Group is undertaking a comprehensive restructuring of its India business, according to an internal memo circulated earlier this month. The move comes in response to mounting market pressures, regulatory challenges, and a prolonged struggle to gain significant market share in the world’s third-largest automobile market. The memo, issued by Piyush Arora, Managing Director of […]

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Infosys to Create 2,500 Jobs in Punjab with ₹300 Crore Investment
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Infosys to Create 2,500 Jobs in Punjab with ₹300 Crore Investment

Infosys Limited has announced plans to set up a new campus in Mohali, Punjab, with an investment of ₹300 crore, expected to generate 2,500 direct jobs and 210 indirect employment opportunities. The announcement was made by Punjab Industries Minister Sanjeev Arora on September 25, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to attract […]

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Ather Energy Grants ₹70.7 Crore Worth ESOPs
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Ather Energy Grants ₹70.7 Crore Worth ESOPs

Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ather Energy has granted 12.74 lakh employee stock options (ESOPs) under its 2025 plan, reinforcing its commitment to long-term employee wealth creation and organizational growth. The move, approved through two separate resolutions, reflects the company’s continued focus on retaining and rewarding talent as it scales operations and competes in India’s fast-growing EV […]

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Oracle Expands Hiring in Smaller Indian Cities
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Oracle Expands Hiring in Smaller Indian Cities

Global IT major Oracle has shifted its hiring strategy in India to focus on smaller cities, aiming to decentralize operations and build a presence in every state capital. Speaking at the 24th ICT East event organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in Kolkata, Sanjeev Chauhan, Vice President of Technology Solutions Engineering at Oracle […]

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