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Updated on: Jun 2025

EPFO

EPFO Flags High Rejection Rate of Higher Pension Applications

Jun 11, 2025

Satya Nadellas Advice to New Techies Amid AI Job Disruptions

As artificial intelligence AI continues to reshape industries, concerns about job displacement hav...

Jobs

Jun 11, 2025

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Landmark Group Appoints Ina Bajwa as Group Head Talent Engmt

Landmark Group, one of the largest retail and hospitality conglomerates in the UAE, has welcomed a n...

Appointments

Jun 11, 2025

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Startup Founder Says Side Jobs Make Employees Stronger

Vedika Bhaia, founder of Growth Square and Social Capital, has openly encouraged her employees to pu...

Social Media

Jun 10, 2025

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Hiring

India’s Hiring Outlook for Q3 2025 Holds Steady at 42%

India’s hiring landscape remains resilient heading into the third quarter of 2025, with employers reporting a Net Employment Outlook (NEO) of 42%. According to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, this marks a slight dip from the previous quarter but reflects a strong 12-point year-on-year gain. Despite global economic uncertainties, India continues to rank second […]

Jun 10, 2025

Labour Law

Visa Ban! Saudi Arabia Suspends Work Visas for India & More

Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of block work visas for citizens from 14 countries, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, and Indonesia. The decision, which took effect in May 2025, is reportedly linked to security and administrative concerns surrounding the upcoming Hajj season. The suspension is intended to prevent visa misuse and stop unauthorized […]

Jun 10, 2025

Internship

Launch Your IT Career! Tech Mahindra Internship 2025 Now Open

Tech Mahindra, a global leader in digital transformation and IT services, has launched its Internship 2025 program, offering undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) students a three-month immersive experience. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry realities, providing students with hands-on exposure to emerging technologies. The internship is open to students […]

Jun 10, 2025

Employment

UIDAI Aadhaar Invites Applications for Internship Program- 2025

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has opened applications for its Internship Program at the UIDAI Technology Centre in Bengaluru. This initiative offers students and recent graduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a high-impact technological environment, contributing to one of the world’s most ambitious digital identity projects — Aadhaar. The internships are […]

Jun 10, 2025

Appointments

upGrad Appoints Ferzad Palia to Lead New D2C Business

upGrad, one of Asia’s largest integrated skilling and lifelong learning platforms, has announced the appointment of Ferzad Palia to head its newly launched Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) business. This strategic move marks upGrad’s next phase of growth, focusing on on-demand skilling to cater to India’s next-generation learners who seek flexible, always-on learning solutions. With a strong foundation […]

Jun 10, 2025

Employment

Skilling Revolution: PM Modi Next Big Move for India’s Growth

PM Modi is set to chair the 5th National Conference of Chief Secretaries, scheduled for November 2025. The conference will focus on ‘Human Capital for Viksit Bharat’, emphasizing education, skilling, and research & development (R&D) to equip India’s workforce for technological advancements. The event follows the 2024 edition, which centered on entrepreneurship, employment, and skilling, […]

Jun 10, 2025

Industry

Cognizant and Infosys Focus on Vendor Consolidation Deals

As global economic uncertainties continue to impact the IT services sector, leading firms Cognizant and Infosys are adopting a new trend in IT deals to sustain growth and combat industry challenges. Both companies have identified vendor consolidation deals as a key strategy to optimize costs, enhance efficiency, and secure long-term contracts with major clients. With […]

Jun 10, 2025

Internship

AICTE AI & ML Internship—Deadline June 11, Apply Now!

All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has announced a virtual internship opportunity in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Data Science, with an application deadline of June 11, 2025. This initiative is part of AICTE’s broader effort to bridge the gap between academia and industry, ensuring students gain hands-on experience in emerging technologies. […]

Jun 9, 2025

Industry

Wipro Expands in Saudi Arabia, Opens New HQ in Riyadh

Wipro Limited, a global leader in AI-powered technology services and consulting, has announced the relocation of its Middle East regional headquarters from Al Khobar to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The move reinforces Wipro’s commitment to the region, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative to establish the Kingdom as a global technology hub. The new headquarters […]

Jun 9, 2025

EPFO

EPFO 3.0 Launch: Instant PF Withdrawals via UPI and ATMs

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to revolutionize provident fund (PF) withdrawals with the launch of EPF 3.0, expected in June 2025. This upgraded platform will allow instant PF withdrawals via ATMs, eliminating the cumbersome process of submitting online claims and waiting for approvals. With over 9 crore EPF members in India, this initiative […]

Jun 9, 2025

Employment

Skills4Future 4‑Week Virtual Internship, Check Deatils & Apply

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), along with Edunet Foundation and Shell, is offering a free four-week virtual internship called Skills4Future. This program is aimed at 2nd to 4th-year students pursuing Computer Engineering, IT, Electronics & Communication, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Data Science, and similar fields. The internship runs from July 15 to August […]

Jun 9, 2025

Layoffs

BlackRock Announces 300 Job Cuts in Second Round of Layoffs

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management firm, has announced plans to trim its workforce by 1%, affecting approximately 300 employees. This marks the second round of layoffs at the company in 2025, following a similar reduction earlier in the year. The decision comes despite BlackRock’s recent expansion, which saw its employee base grow by 14% […]

Jun 9, 2025