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Updated on: Feb 2024
Cognizant inaugurated its new facility in Bhubaneswar
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Cognizant inaugurated its new facility in Bhubaneswar

An American multinational information technology services and consulting company, Cognizant has announced the inauguration of its newest facility in Bhubaneswar. Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S, on Sunday, inaugurated the newest facility of Cognizant, one of the largest professional services companies in the world, Bhubaneswar. The Chief Minister said, “The entry of Cognizant marks a […]

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Beiersdorf provides support to employees facing life-threatening illness
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Beiersdorf provides support to employees facing life-threatening illness

A German multinational company, Beiersdorf provides worldwide support for employees facing life-threatening illnesses. Key highlights As part of the initiative, the company will provide a one-year job guarantee to its employees worldwide and 100% salary continuation following the diagnosis of a life-threatening illness, as outlined in its new global Critical Illness Policy. “Still, too many employees […]

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Amazon Future Engineer Program to empower 10,000 students
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Amazon Future Engineer Program to empower 10,000 students

A multinational technology company, Amazon India has announced the Amazon Future Engineer Program in Andhra Pradesh. Amazon Future Engineer provides real-world inspired virtual and hands-on computer science project learning. The program is available in the U.S., U.K., Canada, France, and India. The company has signed an MOU between Leadership for Equity (LFE), and Quest Alliance […]

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Microsoft to skill and certify 75,000 women developers in India
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Microsoft to skill and certify 75,000 women developers in India

An American multinational technology corporation, Microsoft is focusing on skilling and certifying 75,000 women developers in India. Microsoft chairman and chief executive officer Satya Nadella said, “Microsoft will expand its Code; Without Barriers program to India this month, as the company aims to democratize access to tech skills nationwide.” In order to address the gender […]

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TCS to modernize Enento Group’s IT Infrastructure, Digital Workplace
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TCS to modernize Enento Group’s IT Infrastructure, Digital Workplace

Enento Group, a leading provider of digital business and consumer information services in the Nordic region, has entered into a strategic partnership with IT major Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). In this long-term collaboration, TCS will revamp Enento’s IT applications, cloud infrastructure, digital workplace, and IT security to ensure seamless and robust business operations. Daniel Ejderberg, […]

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Meesho launches Tech Platform VALMO; creates over 30,000 jobs
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Meesho launches Tech Platform VALMO; creates over 30,000 jobs

An online shopping platform, Meesho has announced the launch of VALMO (VALue + MOvement). VALMO will redefine India’s supply chain by leveraging its strong technology capabilities and tapping into a vast logistics entrepreneur network to deliver shipments at the lowest cost. It has collaborated with over 3,000 local entrepreneurs, generated over 30,000 employment opportunities, and […]

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BT Group in India collaborates with Pluralsight to empower young individuals
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BT Group in India collaborates with Pluralsight to empower young individuals

One of the world’s leading communications services companies, BT Group in India collaborates with the tech workforce development company Pluralsight to empower young individuals. The company will focus on young individuals with disadvantaged backgrounds through the Mentor to Go program. Moreover, This initiative with a particular focus on supporting women in STEM education, aims to […]

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Microsoft to equip 2 million people with AI skill opportunities in India
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Microsoft to equip 2 million people with AI skill opportunities in India

An American multinational technology corporation, Microsoft is dedicated to aiding India in its journey toward becoming an AI-focused nation. The dedication is in accordance with India’s objective of achieving self-sufficiency by nurturing a proficient AI workforce and enabling all sectors and industries to undergo transformation using AI. “India is uniquely positioned to make the promise […]

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Sanofi launches global program for employees affected by cancer & critical illnesses
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Sanofi launches global program for employees affected by cancer & critical illnesses

An innovative global healthcare company, Sanofi has launched a global program ‘Cancer & Work: Acting Together’ to support Sanofi employees whose lives are impacted by cancer and other critical illnesses. If any Sanofi employee worldwide is diagnosed with cancer or critical illnesses, they are eligible for coverage under this program. The program aims to provide managers […]

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Cognizant reports 7% rise in net profit, added 1100 people in Q4
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Cognizant reports 7% rise in net profit, added 1100 people in Q4

One of the world’s leading IT giants, Cognizant has announced its fourth quarter and full-year 2023 financial results. Highlights Ravi Kumar S, Chief Executive Officer, said, “I’m grateful to our nearly 350,000 employees for their tremendous year-long work enhancing our strength as industry experts, collaborative partners, and passionate innovators for our clients.” “To keep advancing […]

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Microsoft and TNS India Foundation partner for Green Skills
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Microsoft and TNS India Foundation partner for Green Skills

An American multinational technology corporation, Microsoft has collaborated with TNS India Foundation to open of 2nd Learning Lab for Green Skills at the PMC Group of Institutions, Hosur. It is a pivotal initiative that focuses on providing ITI students with practical skills relevant to the green industry. The programme aims to train 3,000 students annually, with […]

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Dell mandates three days a week work from office
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Dell mandates three days a week work from office

According to TOI report, an American technology company, Dell Technologies has updated its Return to Office policy and mandates three days a week work from office. The company is updating its Return To Office policy with most workers working from a corporate office for at least 39 days per quarter bringing it to three days […]

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