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Updated on: Mar 2025
Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tesla and Others Lead EV Hiring Surge
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Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tesla and Others Lead EV Hiring Surge

Electric vehicle (EV) market in India is witnessing a significant surge in hiring as companies ramp up their efforts to capture a larger share of this burgeoning sector. Prominent firms like Tata Motors, Ola Electric, and Mahindra & Mahindra are expanding their teams across various key domains to support their EV initiatives. Recruitment firms report […]

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Samsung Seeks Tamil Nadu Govt’s Help Amid Worker Protests
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Samsung Seeks Tamil Nadu Govt’s Help Amid Worker Protests

Samsung has sought the intervention of the Tamil Nadu government to ensure the safety of its workers and maintain ease of doing business at its Sriperumbudur plant. The request comes amid escalating protests by a section of workers, who have been demanding the reinstatement of three suspended union leaders. The situation has raised concerns about […]

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KPMG US Responds to Trump Policies by Removing DEI Initiatives
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KPMG US Responds to Trump Policies by Removing DEI Initiatives

KPMG US has announced the removal of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals. This decision comes in the wake of President Donald Trump’s administration’s policies, which have led to increased scrutiny and legal challenges for corporate DEI initiatives. The move has raised questions about the future of DEI efforts in corporate America and the […]

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TCS Vs Infosys: Which One Should You Choose to Join?
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TCS Vs Infosys: Which One Should You Choose to Join?

Choosing between Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys can be challenging, as both companies are leading IT service providers with a strong global presence. They offer competitive salaries, structured career growth, workplace policies, and international exposure. However, differences exist in areas like promotions, salary structure, benefits, work culture, and flexibility. This detailed comparison will help […]

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Mohandas Pai Accuses Big 4 of Manipulating Government Tenders
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Mohandas Pai Accuses Big 4 of Manipulating Government Tenders

In a recent statement, former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai raised serious concerns about the influence of the Big 4 consulting firms—Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG—on government policies and tender processes. Mohandas’ remarks have sparked a debate on the transparency and integrity of government contracts. His comments also raise questions about the role of these powerful […]

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Infosys Reduces Q3 Bonuses Ahead of Annual Pay Hikes
Compensation

Infosys Reduces Q3 Bonuses Ahead of Annual Pay Hikes

Infosys, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has announced a reduction in performance bonuses for the third quarter ending December 2024. The company has decided to offer an average of 80% of the target bonus to its eligible employees, a decrease from the previous quarter’s payout. This decision comes ahead of the anticipated annual […]

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Tech Mahindra to Hire 300 for Goodyear’s GCC in Hyderabad
Employment

Tech Mahindra to Hire 300 for Goodyear’s GCC in Hyderabad

Tech Mahindra, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has announced plans to set up a Global Capability Centre (GCC) for Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in Hyderabad. The new centre is expected to employ 300 professionals and will focus on research and development (R&D) and IT operations. Background and Context: Tech Mahindra Project Details […]

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TCS Links Salary Hikes to Return-to-Office Compliance
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TCS Links Salary Hikes to Return-to-Office Compliance

India’s largest IT services company, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), is set to roll out annual salary increases for the fiscal year 2025 (FY25) in March, with payouts starting in April. The hikes are expected to average between 4-8%, according to sources familiar with the matter. The average hike was 7-9% in FY24 and 10.5% in […]

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Rapido Launches Women-Only Pink Bikes, Creating 25,000 Jobs
Employment

Rapido Launches Women-Only Pink Bikes, Creating 25,000 Jobs

Ride-hailing platform Rapido has announced the launch of its new Pink Rapido bike fleet in Karnataka, exclusively driven by women for women. This initiative aims to create 25,000 job opportunities for women by the end of the year. The announcement was made by Rapido’s co-founder, Pavan Guntupalli, at the Global Investors Summit in Bengaluru. Earlier […]

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Meta Faces Backlash Over Layoffs and Leadership Culture
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Meta Faces Backlash Over Layoffs and Leadership Culture

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has recently faced backlash from former employees over its latest round of layoffs and the company’s leadership culture. The layoffs, which affected approximately 3,600 employees across Europe, Asia, and the US, have been criticized for targeting employees who had recently returned from leaves of absence. Meta claimed that the […]

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Ecommerce Firms Step Up for Delivery Partner Health and Safety
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Ecommerce Firms Step Up for Delivery Partner Health and Safety

Ecommerce companies in India are stepping up their commitment to the health and well-being of their delivery partners to drive not just better performance but an improved quality of life. This move comes in response to the government’s recent announcement to extend healthcare benefits to gig workers under the PM Jan Arogya Yojana scheme. During […]

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Tech Industry Faces Wave of Layoffs: Major Companies Cut Jobs
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Tech Industry Faces Wave of Layoffs: Major Companies Cut Jobs

The tech industry is facing a wave of layoffs as major companies like Meta, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft announce significant job cuts. This trend, driven by restructuring and performance optimization, has already affected thousands of employees. It is expected to continue throughout the year. Tech Giants’ Layoff Plans: Meta, Google, Microsoft, Amazon Meta, the parent […]

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