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Updated on: Apr 2025
Outsourced Employees in Telangana Benefit from New Corporation
Employment

Outsourced Employees in Telangana Benefit from New Corporation

The Telangana government has announced plans to establish a dedicated corporation to manage outsourced employees across various government departments. This initiative seeks to resolve persistent problems like delayed salary payments and corruption. It also focuses on improving transparency in the recruitment process. The proposed corporation will oversee nearly 4 lakh outsourced workers and streamline their […]

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Xiaomi Employees Speak Out Against Alleged Overtime Pressure
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Xiaomi Employees Speak Out Against Alleged Overtime Pressure

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi is under scrutiny following allegations of unofficial overtime pressure on its employees. Reports emerged on the professional networking platform Maimai regarding employee grievances. Workers claimed they were required to work excessively long hours, far beyond standard working norms. These allegations have sparked widespread criticism, reigniting debates about labor rights and workplace […]

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Systemic Fraud Forces Gensol EV to Shut Down by April 30
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Systemic Fraud Forces Gensol EV to Shut Down by April 30

Gensol Electric Vehicles (Gensol EV), the electric vehicle manufacturing subsidiary of Gensol Engineering, is set to cease operations by April 30, 2025. This decision is based on an investigation by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The probe involves allegations of financial misconduct within the parent company. The closure marks a significant setback […]

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CEO Vijayakumar Highlights Resilience and Growth at HCLTech
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CEO Vijayakumar Highlights Resilience and Growth at HCLTech

HCLTech, India’s third-largest IT services provider, has projected growth opportunities despite anticipated challenges from tariff impacts. During the post-earnings conference for the fourth fiscal quarter of FY25, CEO C Vijayakumar emphasized the potential for innovation and efficiency, particularly through generative AI and cost-focused technologies. While acknowledging the short-term uncertainties, Vijayakumar expressed optimism about the long-term […]

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Infosys, TCS, and Wipro Add 12,718 New Employees
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Infosys, TCS, and Wipro Add 12,718 New Employees

India’s IT sector has shown signs of recovery in FY25, with four out of the top five IT firms, including TCS, Wipro, Infosys, HCLTech and Tech Mahindra reporting a net increase in their workforce. Collectively, these companies added 12,718 employees, marking a turnaround from FY24, which saw a historic decline in headcount. This growth reflects […]

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TCS has Launched SovereignSecure Cloud for India
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TCS has Launched SovereignSecure Cloud for India

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has launched three new digital offerings aimed at strengthening India’s digital sovereignty and future-readiness. Launched at the “Accelerating India” event in New Delhi, the new solutions—TCS SovereignSecure™ Cloud, TCS DigiBOLT™, and TCS Cyber Defense Suite—are designed to be sovereign by design, […]

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Mid-Market GCCs in India: The Backbone of Digital Transformation
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Mid-Market GCCs in India: The Backbone of Digital Transformation

India has solidified its position as a global powerhouse for mid-market Global Capability Centres (GCCs), with over 480 such centres employing more than 2.1 lakh professionals. A recent report by Nasscom and Zinnov highlights the rapid expansion of mid-market GCCs in India, showcasing their growing role in driving innovation, digital transformation, and enterprise agility. These […]

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HCLTech Doubles Down on Upskilling for FY26
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HCLTech Doubles Down on Upskilling for FY26

HCLTech, a global leader in IT services, has reaffirmed its commitment to workforce development by announcing plans to intensify upskilling efforts for FY2025–26. Ramachandran Sundararajan, CHRO of HCL Tech, shared this vision during the company’s Q4 press briefing in Noida. The initiative focuses on equipping employees with advanced skills in artificial intelligence (AI) and other […]

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14,000 Boomerang Employees Join Cognizant in 24 Months
Employment

14,000 Boomerang Employees Join Cognizant in 24 Months

Cognizant, a global leader in IT services and consulting, has seen a significant rise in the return of former employees, often referred to as “boomerang employees.” Over the past two years, the company has experienced a 40% increase in returnees, with more than 14,000 former employees rejoining its workforce. This trend highlights Cognizant’s ability to […]

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Microsoft Implements Stricter Policies to Address Low Performers
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Microsoft Implements Stricter Policies to Address Low Performers

Microsoft has unveiled a series of stringent performance management policies aimed at addressing underperformance across its workforce. Chief People Officer Amy Coleman detailed new tools and guidelines in an internal email to managers. These measures aim to accelerate high performance and address low performance promptly. These measures align with a broader trend currently shaping the […]

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Deloitte India Culture Sensing Report 2024–25 Unveils Key Insights
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Deloitte India Culture Sensing Report 2024–25 Unveils Key Insights

Deloitte India’s Culture Sensing Report 2024–25 positions workplace culture as a pivotal factor in driving organizational resilience, financial performance, and employee engagement. The study, a first-of-its-kind in India, evaluates workplace cultures across five critical pillars and explores their impact on strategic business outcomes. It reveals that companies with higher culture scores are more likely to […]

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Infosys Expands GCC Practice, Appoints Deval Shah as Leader
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Infosys Expands GCC Practice, Appoints Deval Shah as Leader

Infosys has announced a major step forward in expanding its global presence by launching a full-fledged Global Capability Centre (GCC) practice. This strategic move is aimed at accelerating growth in the rapidly expanding GCC market, which includes transformation deals, joint ventures, and embedded support for scaling existing centers. Deval Shah, former MD and country head […]

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