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Updated on: Sep 2025
NatWest Group Opens Future-Ready Office in Bengaluru
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NatWest Group Opens Future-Ready Office in Bengaluru

NatWest Group has inaugurated a new, future-ready office in Bengaluru as part of its ongoing expansion in India. Located at Taurus 4 in Bagmane Constellation Business Park, the facility marks a significant milestone in the bank’s commitment to deepening its presence in India’s technology and talent ecosystem. The move is aligned with NatWest’s broader strategy […]

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Infosys launches new Referral Program, rewards of up to ₹50,000
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Infosys launches new Referral Program, rewards of up to ₹50,000

Infosys has rolled out a new referral program, Restart With Infosys, designed to bring women professionals back into the workforce after career breaks. The initiative offers mentorship, skill development, and attractive referral bonuses to encourage employees to help the company attract diverse talent. Program Details and Eligibility Under the new program, employees can earn rewards […]

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Real-Money Gaming Ban Leads to 2,000 Layoffs Across India
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Real-Money Gaming Ban Leads to 2,000 Layoffs Across India

India’s real-money gaming (RMG) industry is undergoing a major upheaval following the enactment of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The legislation came into effect in August. It bans all online games involving monetary stakes, whether based on skill, chance, or a combination of both. As a result, nearly 2,000 employees across […]

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TCS to Shut Down Bhopal Office After 13 Years
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TCS to Shut Down Bhopal Office After 13 Years

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has reportedly shut down its office in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, after 13 years of operations. Media reports indicate that the office was closed in June 2025, with the company gradually moving out its assets. The development came to light after employees approached Madhya Pradesh Finance Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish […]

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TCS Employee’s Viral Post Exposes Pressure to Resign
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TCS Employee’s Viral Post Exposes Pressure to Resign

A junior employee at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has triggered widespread discussion across India’s tech sector after posting a detailed account of resisting pressure to resign. Shared anonymously on Reddit under the title “I Denied my resignation in TCS,” the post quickly went viral, garnering thousands of upvotes and comments on forums like r/DevelopersIndia and […]

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Coal India Boosts Accidental Insurance to ₹1 Crore for Employees
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Coal India Boosts Accidental Insurance to ₹1 Crore for Employees

Coal India Limited (CIL), the country’s largest coal producer, has announced a significant enhancement in its employee welfare measures by raising the accidental insurance cover for regular staff to ₹1 crore. The decision, unveiled by Union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy on September 12, 2025, is part of a broader package of reforms […]

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Vedanta Reports One-Third of Engineers Are Women
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Vedanta Reports One-Third of Engineers Are Women

Vedanta Group, a leading Indian conglomerate in critical minerals, oil and gas, and technology, has reported that one-third of its engineering workforce comprises women. This milestone reflects a deliberate and sustained effort by the company to foster gender diversity in traditionally male-dominated industrial sectors such as mining, metallurgy, and energy. Engineers make up 30% of […]

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From Layoffs to Lakhs: Oracle Employees Hit Jackpot
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From Layoffs to Lakhs: Oracle Employees Hit Jackpot

Oracle Corporation’s recent stock rally has created a wave of unexpected wealth among its employees, particularly young tech professionals who joined the company in the last few years. The surge, triggered by a series of multi-billion-dollar AI cloud deals announced on September 10, 2025, led to a 36% jump in Oracle’s share price—the largest single-day […]

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New Leave Policy by Diageo India Supports Caregivers at Work
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New Leave Policy by Diageo India Supports Caregivers at Work

Diageo India, the country’s leading beverage alcohol company and a subsidiary of global giant Diageo Plc, has announced a new Carer’s Leave Policy aimed at supporting employees who shoulder caregiving responsibilities. The policy, unveiled on September 12, 2025, offers up to five paid days of leave annually to full-time employees who need to care for […]

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SEBI Amends ESOP Rules to Ease IPO Path for Startup Founders
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SEBI Amends ESOP Rules to Ease IPO Path for Startup Founders

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has amended its regulations to allow startup founders—classified as promoters—to retain Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) and similar share-based benefits granted at least one year prior to filing for an Initial Public Offering (IPO). SEBI amended the ESOP rules to address long-standing concerns about their treatment during the […]

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TCS Employees Protest Layoffs and New Work Policy in Bengaluru
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TCS Employees Protest Layoffs and New Work Policy in Bengaluru

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, is facing mounting employee unrest following the dismissal of over 12,000 staff members in recent months. The layoffs, which reportedly include mid- and senior-level professionals, have sparked protests across multiple cities, with a major demonstration held outside the company’s Whitefield campus in Bengaluru on September 5, […]

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Early-Career Professionals Hold 42% of Jobs in India’s GCCs
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Early-Career Professionals Hold 42% of Jobs in India’s GCCs

India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are undergoing a significant workforce transformation, with early-career professionals now occupying 42% of all roles. According to the July 2025 edition of the foundit Insights Tracker, this trend reflects a strategic shift by companies to build scalable, cost-effective teams while tapping into India’s deep pool of skilled graduates. The data […]

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