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Updated on: Sep 2025
EPFO Revamps ECR System to Simplify Employer Return Filing
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EPFO Revamps ECR System to Simplify Employer Return Filing

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced a revamped Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) facility starting with the wage month of September 2025. The overhaul aims to simplify the return-filing process for employers and reduce data-entry errors that have historically complicated compliance. A key change in the new system is the separation of return submission from payment […]

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Lumen Technologies India Appoints Yasmeen Shaikh as Head – HR
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Lumen Technologies India Appoints Yasmeen Shaikh as Head – HR

Lumen Technologies India has announced the appointment of Yasmeen Shaikh as Head – Human Resources. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Yasmeen brings extensive experience in leading HR strategy, driving organizational transformation, and fostering people-centric cultures across global enterprises. Extensive Background & Global Experience Prior to joining Lumen Technologies India, Yasmeen worked as […]

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Accenture Lays Off Over 11,000 Employees Globally
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Accenture Lays Off Over 11,000 Employees Globally

Accenture, the global IT and consulting firm, has laid off more than 11,000 employees over the past three months as part of a sweeping restructuring initiative aimed at aligning its workforce with emerging demands in artificial intelligence (AI). The company’s headcount dropped from 791,000 in May to 779,000 by the end of August 2025. The […]

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ESIC Adds 20.36 Lakh Employees to ESI Scheme in July
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ESIC Adds 20.36 Lakh Employees to ESI Scheme in July

Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) added 20.36 lakh new employees to the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Scheme in July 2025, according to provisional payroll data released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment. This marks a month-on-month increase of nearly 99,000 from June, when 19.37 lakh workers were enrolled. The ESI Scheme provides medical care, […]

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Bajaj Capital elevates Kathiravan M as Vice President – HR
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Bajaj Capital elevates Kathiravan M as Vice President – HR

Bajaj Capital elevates Kathiravan M as Vice President – HR. In his new role, he will spearhead business HR strategies nationwide, focusing on talent acquisition, retention, and skill development. Prior to this elevation, Kathiravan worked as Senior Associate Vice President – HR and earlier as Associate Vice President – HR at Bajaj Capital. He played […]

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Citigroup Moves 1,000 Tech Jobs to India
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Citigroup Moves 1,000 Tech Jobs to India

Citigroup Inc., one of the world’s leading financial institutions, has moved nearly 1,000 technology roles to India over the past few months as part of a broader global overhaul. The decision follows the bank’s announcement earlier this year to cut approximately 3,500 tech jobs in China, aimed at simplifying operations and improving risk and data […]

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TCS to Onboard 650 Lateral Hires After Three-Month Delay
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TCS to Onboard 650 Lateral Hires After Three-Month Delay

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has initiated the onboarding process for around 650 lateral hires whose joining had been delayed for nearly three months. The company has asked some new hires to join in October 2025, after completing background verification. This is a significant step toward resolving the uncertainty faced by […]

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Bosch to Slash Jobs Across Key Sites to Address Cost Gap
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Bosch to Slash Jobs Across Key Sites to Address Cost Gap

German engineering and auto-parts giant Robert Bosch GmbH has announced plans to cut 13,000 jobs by 2030, primarily in its mobility division across Germany. The move is part of a broader restructuring strategy aimed at addressing an annual cost gap of €2.5 billion ($2.93 billion) in its automotive business. The job reductions will affect approximately […]

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Infosys to Create 2,500 Jobs in Punjab with ₹300 Crore Investment
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Infosys to Create 2,500 Jobs in Punjab with ₹300 Crore Investment

Infosys Limited has announced plans to set up a new campus in Mohali, Punjab, with an investment of ₹300 crore, expected to generate 2,500 direct jobs and 210 indirect employment opportunities. The announcement was made by Punjab Industries Minister Sanjeev Arora on September 25, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to attract […]

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Ather Energy Grants ₹70.7 Crore Worth ESOPs
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Ather Energy Grants ₹70.7 Crore Worth ESOPs

Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ather Energy has granted 12.74 lakh employee stock options (ESOPs) under its 2025 plan, reinforcing its commitment to long-term employee wealth creation and organizational growth. The move, approved through two separate resolutions, reflects the company’s continued focus on retaining and rewarding talent as it scales operations and competes in India’s fast-growing EV […]

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Union Cabinet Approves 78-Day Bonus for Railway Employees
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Union Cabinet Approves 78-Day Bonus for Railway Employees

In a move that will benefit more than 10.91 lakh non-gazetted railway employees, the Union Cabinet has approved a Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) equivalent to 78 days’ wages for the financial year 2024–25. The decision, announced on September 24, 2025, comes ahead of the Durga Puja, Dussehra, and Diwali festivals and is expected to boost […]

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MongoDB Appoints Aamir Sait to Lead India Business
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MongoDB Appoints Aamir Sait to Lead India Business

MongoDB has appointed industry veteran Aamir Sait as Area Vice President for India, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the region and its growing role in the global AI and software development ecosystem. Effective immediately, Aamir will lead MongoDB’s India business, focusing on scaling operations, strengthening customer and partner relationships, and driving AI-led innovation. The appointment […]

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