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KKR Appoints Srinivas Reddy P as Head Human Capital

Global investment firm KKR has appointed Srinivas Reddy P as Head of Human Capital, marking a signif...

Appointments

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Foxconn Subsidiary Recalls Engineers from India

Foxconn China-based subsidiary, Yuzhan Technology, has recalled approximately Chinese engineers ...

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Indias BFSI Sector to Add . Lakh Jobs by

Indias Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance BFSI sector is poised for significant expansion...

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Virtual Internship, 02 Month, AI, Data Science, Apply by Aug 24

AICTE and Robokwik.com have announced the launch of their Virtual Internship Program, offering participants exposure to Python, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, Java, and Website Development. The Virtual Internship commenced on 21 August 2025 and is open to applicants across India. Interested candidates must apply by 24 August 2025. Program Structure The […]

EPFO

EPFO Announces Major Welfare Update for Central Board Staff

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced a significant increase in the ex-gratia amount provided under its Death Relief Fund. Effective April 1, 2025, the ex-gratia benefit for Central Board employees who die while in service has been raised from ₹8.8 lakh to ₹15 lakh. The amount will be disbursed to the nominee or legal […]

Compensation

Crowdsourced Spreadsheet Reveals Microsoft Salaries

Microsoft employees have once again turned to crowdsourced spreadsheets to share detailed compensation data, offering a rare glimpse into the tech giant’s pay structures. The spreadsheet, which has already collected over 850 entries, includes self-reported information on base salaries, cash bonuses, and stock grants across various roles and divisions. While the data is unofficial and […]

Appointments

Rajesh C and Himanshu Nazkani Join BharatPe in Leadership Role

BharatPe, one of India’s leading financial services and UPI payments platforms, has announced two senior leadership appointments as part of its ongoing efforts to build a future-ready organization. Rajesh C has joined as Head of Finance, while Himanshu Nazkani has been appointed Head of Investments. These strategic hires come at a pivotal moment for BharatPe, […]

Layoffs

TCS Layoffs: Union Claims 30,000, Company Denies 12,000

A major controversy has erupted in the Indian IT sector after the Union of IT & ITES Employees (UNITE) claimed that Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), the country’s largest IT services exporter, is planning to lay off as many as 30,000 to 40,000 employees, mostly at mid- and senior-level positions. The union staged a protest in […]

L&T Reshapes Workforce Strategy to Attract & Retain Young Talent

SN Subrahmanyan, Chairman and Managing Director of Larsen & Toubro (L&T), has emphasized the company’s strategic focus on leveraging a new generation of employees to drive innovation, agility, and long-term relevance. In a recent interview with The Economic Times, Subrahmanyan outlined how younger professionals are bringing fresh perspectives to L&T’s evolving business portfolio, helping the […]

Meta Pauses AI Hiring After Aggressive Talent Acquisition

Meta Platforms Inc. has imposed a hiring freeze across its artificial intelligence (AI) division, following months of aggressive recruitment from leading AI firms including OpenAI, Google DeepMind, Anthropic, and Apple. The pause, which took effect last week, comes amid internal restructuring and growing investor scrutiny over escalating costs tied to Meta’s AI ambitions. The freeze […]

Maharashtra Government Signs MoUs to Create Over 28,000 Jobs

Maharashtra government has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹42,893 crore with multiple domestic and international companies, aiming to boost industrial development and generate 28,558 jobs across the state. The agreements span sectors including data centres, solar energy, steel manufacturing, industrial equipment, and logistics. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the development during a formal signing […]

Virtual Internship: AI, Data Science, Web Dev – Apply Aug 23

AICTE and MainCrafts Technologies announced the launch of its Virtual Internship Program, for students and fresh graduates across India with the opportunity to gain practical, real-world exposure in some of today’s most in-demand technology domains. The internship covers a wide array of fields, including Python, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, Java, and […]

Virtual Internship on Generative AI, Apply Before Deadline Ends

AICTE and App Genesis Soft Solutions Pvt. Ltd. have rolled out their Generative AI Virtual Internship Program, giving students and fresh graduates across India the chance to explore one of the fastest-growing fields in technology. The program commenced on August 20, 2025, and applications will remain open until December 31, 2025. Duration and Mode The […]

Aug 20, 2025

Compensation

Infosys Announces 80% Bonus Payout for Employees

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services company, has announced an average bonus payout of 80% for eligible employees following a strong first-quarter performance in FY26. The payout, which will be processed with August salaries, marks a significant increase from the previous quarter’s average of 65%, signaling renewed confidence in business momentum and employee contributions. The bonus […]

Aug 20, 2025