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Updated on: Sep 2025
From Layoffs to Lakhs: Oracle Employees Hit Jackpot
Industry

From Layoffs to Lakhs: Oracle Employees Hit Jackpot

Oracle Corporation’s recent stock rally has created a wave of unexpected wealth among its employees, particularly young tech professionals who joined the company in the last few years. The surge, triggered by a series of multi-billion-dollar AI cloud deals announced on September 10, 2025, led to a 36% jump in Oracle’s share price—the largest single-day […]

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TN to Launch Free Accident Insurance Scheme for Gig Workers
Labour Law

TN to Launch Free Accident Insurance Scheme for Gig Workers

Tamil Nadu government has announced the rollout of a free personal accident insurance scheme for gig workers. The initiative, led by the Labour Welfare and Skill Development Department, aims to provide financial protection to workers engaged in platform-based services such as food delivery, ride-hailing, and courier operations—sectors where road accidents and occupational hazards are common. […]

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Capgemini Launches Twelfth ESOP Covering 98% of Employees
Compensation

Capgemini Launches Twelfth ESOP Covering 98% of Employees

Capgemini SE, the French multinational IT services and consulting firm, has announced the launch of its twelfth Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), reinforcing its long-standing commitment to employee inclusion in corporate growth. The plan, unveiled on September 11, 2025, is designed to cover approximately 98% of the company’s global workforce, offering them the opportunity to […]

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Apprenticeship Act Overhauled to Boost Youth Skilling
Training

Apprenticeship Act Overhauled to Boost Youth Skilling

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has officially notified sweeping amendments to the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, marking a significant shift in India’s skilling framework. The revised rules, approved during the 38th meeting of the Central Apprenticeship Council chaired by Minister Jayant Chaudhary, aim to make apprenticeship training more attractive, inclusive, and aligned with industry […]

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Wipro to Acquire HARMAN’s DTS Business Unit
Merger & Acquisition

Wipro to Acquire HARMAN’s DTS Business Unit

Recently, Wipro Limited announced its plan to acquire the Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit of HARMAN, a Samsung company. The all-cash deal, valued at up to $375 million, aims to significantly enhance Wipro’s Engineering Research & Development (ER&D) service offerings and capabilities. This acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close […]

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Government Notified Apprenticeship Stipend Hike Under NAPS-2
Compensation

Government Notified Apprenticeship Stipend Hike Under NAPS-2

The National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) is set for significant reforms in its second phase (NAPS-2), focusing on broadening youth participation and strengthening India’s skilled workforce. This was detailed in a statement by Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Jayant Chaudhary, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha. […]

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New Leave Policy by Diageo India Supports Caregivers at Work
Industry

New Leave Policy by Diageo India Supports Caregivers at Work

Diageo India, the country’s leading beverage alcohol company and a subsidiary of global giant Diageo Plc, has announced a new Carer’s Leave Policy aimed at supporting employees who shoulder caregiving responsibilities. The policy, unveiled on September 12, 2025, offers up to five paid days of leave annually to full-time employees who need to care for […]

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AICTE Offers Web Developer Internship, Stipend ₹16000 /month
Employment

AICTE Offers Web Developer Internship, Stipend ₹16000 /month

AICTE and Codec Technologies have opened applications for their part-time Web Developer Internship program aimed at students and freshers aspiring to build careers in information technology. The internship promises to deliver hands-on training, industry exposure, and certification to participants across multiple locations in India. Internship Details The Web Developer Intern position offers immediate joining opportunities […]

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EY, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte Intensify Partner Hiring to Fill Capability Gaps
Hiring

EY, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte Intensify Partner Hiring to Fill Capability Gaps

EY, Deloitte, KPMG, and PwC—are witnessing an unprecedented wave of partner movements as they aggressively recruit from one another to fill capability gaps and reinforce high-demand service lines. Over the past three months alone, more than 60 partners have switched firms, marking one of the most intense talent reshuffles in recent years. The moves are […]

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JPMorgan Plans 20% Hiring in Asia Pacific Corporate Banking
Hiring

JPMorgan Plans 20% Hiring in Asia Pacific Corporate Banking

JPMorgan Chase & Co., the largest U.S. bank by assets, is ramping up hiring across its corporate banking business in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, aiming for a 20% increase in headcount in 2026. This follows a similar expansion already achieved in 2025, where staffing levels in the division were raised by 20%—double the bank’s […]

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Zupee Lays Off 170 Employees After Real-Money Gaming Ban
Layoffs

Zupee Lays Off 170 Employees After Real-Money Gaming Ban

Gurugram-based gaming startup Zupee has announced the layoff of 170 employees—approximately 30% of its workforce—following the enactment of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The legislation, passed in August, imposes a blanket ban on real-money online games, directly impacting Zupee’s core business model and prompting a strategic restructuring. The company, known for […]

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Gujarat Assembly Passes Bill Allowing 4-Day Workweek
Labour Law

Gujarat Assembly Passes Bill Allowing 4-Day Workweek

Gujarat Legislative Assembly has approved the Factories Act (Gujarat Amendment) Bill, 2025, introducing a significant change to the state’s labour framework. The bill permits factory workers to opt for a four-day workweek with 12-hour shifts, while maintaining the existing weekly cap of 48 working hours. The amendment, passed on September 11, 2025, modifies six sections […]

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