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Updated on: Jun 2024

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TCS, Infosys, Wipro A significant female headcount drop in FY

Jun 28, 2024

Foxconn Clarifies of New Hires Married Women

According to Media reports, Foxconn, the manufacturer of Apples iPhone, has informed the gove...

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Jun 27, 2024

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Comparing IT Giants Accenture Vs. Tata Consultancy Services

For aspiring IT professionals in India, a critical decision lies in choosing the ideal employer. Two...

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Jun 27, 2024

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Cognizant Cengage Group Extend Transformation Collaboration

A multinational information technology services and consulting company, Cognizant has announced the ...

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Jun 27, 2024

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HUL Focuses on Developing Human Capital for India’s Growth

India took 60 years since independence to become a one-trillion USD economy. The next trillion came in 7 years, and the final trillion in 5 years. India’s pace of growth and rise to becoming the 5th largest global economy seems even more remarkable at a time when, by contrast, most nations are seeing a slowdown […]

Jun 26, 2024

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Capgemini and NSEZ Launch CoE for Youth Skilling in Noida

Capgemini in collaboration with Noida Special Economic Zone (NSEZ) has announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind integrated Center of Excellence in Skilling in Uttar Pradesh. The state-of-the-art center includes facilities such as classrooms, a computer lab, a counseling area, and a science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) lab equipped with Coding, Tinkering, and Robotics facilities for […]

Jun 26, 2024

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How Wipro is Future – Proofing the Workforce

In July 2023, Wipro made a $1 billion announcement in its ai360 ecosystem, designed to infuse artificial intelligence (AI) into every solution, tool, and process the company uses internally and delivers to clients. As roles transform, new jobs such as AI prompt engineers, language model trainers, and ethical AI specialists will be created. Cross-disciplinary capabilities, analytical skills, […]

Jun 25, 2024

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Tech Mahindra to Upskill Next-Gen Workforce to Drive Innovation for CSPs

Tech Mahindra has announced a strategic partnership with TM Forum, the worldwide consortium of over 800 entities driving digital innovation. The partnership will cultivate a powerhouse workforce that drives global operational excellence and digital transformation for Communication Service Providers (CSPs). As CSPs develop new operating models, they must continuously enhance workforce skills to align their talent […]

Jun 25, 2024

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Swiggy Introduces Recruitment Assistance for Restaurant Partners

In its most recent endeavor, Swiggy has launched another initiative aimed at supporting its restaurant partners in a crucial area: staff recruitment. For restaurants, maintaining an efficient and skilled workforce is vital for ensuring quality service. With the food services industry expanding at a rapid rate, the industry’s talent market has become competitive, with increasing salaries […]

Jun 24, 2024

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Accenture hired 8k in Q3, hiring over 58000 employees in India

Recently, IT major, Accenture has announced its third quarter, May ending results Q3FY24. Accenture follows a September-August financial year. IT giant’s headcount increased nearly by 8000 employees, total headcount stood at 750,200 globally in Q3FY24. In the previous quarter, Accenture’s headcount dropped by 723 employees to 742,318 in Q2FY24. The company reported new bookings for Generative AI exceeding $900 […]

Jun 22, 2024

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Skills Gap: A Looming Challenge in a Booming IT Industry?

According to media reports, TCS is struggling to fill 80,000 open positions due to a skills gap. Amar Shetye, global operations head of TCS Resource Management Group (RMG), said that Skills Gap is forcing the company to rely on contractors. It’s not only TCS, entire IT industry faces a widening skills gap due to rapid […]

Jun 22, 2024

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CEO’s punctuality rule backfires as he pays Rs 1,000 fine himself

Kaushal Shah, CEO & founder of Mumbai’s Evor Beauty, recently introduced a new policy requiring all employees to be at the office by 9:30 am to enhance workplace productivity. As per the policy, Non-compliance with this rule incurs a fine of Rs 200 for each late arrival. Surprisingly, this initiative had an unforeseen outcome: Shah […]

Jun 22, 2024

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upGrad Collaborates with Microsoft, IIIT Bangalore Launch Gen AI Certification

upGrad, one of Asia’s largest integrated learning skilling and workforce development majors announces a new Certification on its portfolio in GenAI for Leaders with Microsoft and IIIT Bangalore to build a larger community of AI-ready business experts in India. This unique 4-month course is designed with applied learning concepts to train mid-career and seasoned professionals […]

Jun 21, 2024

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Dell expects new hiring and economic growth in India this fiscal

According to PTI, Dell Technologies is optimistic about boosting sales of its commercial devices in India this fiscal year through strategic hirings, replacements, and leveraging the country’s economic growth, as highlighted by a senior company executive. Recently in April, at the launch of Dell’s new commercial personal computers portfolio, Indrajit Belgundi, Senior Director and General […]

Jun 21, 2024

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Accenture Q3FY24 Highlights, Headcount Increased by 7,882

Information technology major, Accenture has announced its third quarter, May ending results. Accenture follows a September-August financial year. IT giant’s headcount increased by 7,882 employees, total headcount stood at 750,200 globally in Q3FY24. In the previous quarter, Accenture’s headcount dropped by 723 employees to 742,318 in Q2FY24. In the third quarter ending December 31, 2023, the top five Indian […]

Jun 21, 2024

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HCLTech expands in US with new offices in New Jersey & California

HCLTech has announced the opening of new offices in East Brunswick, New Jersey and Santa Clara, California, further strengthening its footprint in North America. The company celebrated the office launch in New Jersey with a traditional Indian ceremony, a community service activity with employees and a grand opening party with clients and partners. The Santa […]

Jun 21, 2024