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Infosys Expands Workforce, to Hire , Freshers in

Infosys, one of Indias leading IT services firms, has announced plans to hire , fresh graduate...

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Karnataka Poised to Reject Centres -Hour Workday Proposal

The central government recently proposed an amendment to the Karnataka Shops and Establishments Act,...

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IoT AI-Based Healthcare Internship, Stipend - Month

AICTE, in collaboration with HCTMM MedTech, has announced a part-time internship opportunity for stu...

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Govt Paid Internship, Stipend Rs. 15,000/Month; Deadline July 31

The Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Directorate in Uttar Pradesh has announced a paid internship program aimed at providing valuable hands-on experience to undergraduate students. This initiative falls under the TULIP (The Urban Learning Internship Program) framework and is designed to engage bright, motivated individuals in supporting one of India’s flagship cleanliness and sanitation initiatives. About […]

Labour Law

Delhi Government Approves Night Shift Policy for Women

Delhi government has approved a proposal allowing women to work night shifts in shops and commercial establishments. Announced by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on July 29, 2025, the decision marks a major step toward enhancing women’s participation in the workforce and positioning Delhi as a 24×7 business hub. Calling it a “historic decision,” Rekha emphasized […]

Layoffs

Nasscom Urges Skilling Over Panic as TCS Layoffs

Following Tata Consultancy Services’ (TCS) announcement to lay off 12,000 employees—roughly 2% of its global workforce—the National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom) has issued a measured response, framing the development as part of a broader industry transition rather than a crisis. The apex IT industry body emphasized that the sector is at an […]

Demise

Mental Health in Focus After Engineer’s Suicide at Pune IT Park

In a deeply distressing incident, a 23-year-old IT engineer, Piyush Ashok Kawade, died by suicide on July 28, 2025, at the Atlas Copco campus located in Hinjewadi IT Park, Pune. According to police reports, Piyush jumped from the seventh floor of the company building around 10:30 AM, shortly after excusing himself from a meeting, citing […]

Appointments

Wipro Promotes Dennis Sehgal to HR Director

Wipro, one of India’s leading IT services firms, has promoted Dennis Sehgal to the role of Human Resources Director, reinforcing its ongoing focus on internal talent development and leadership stability. The elevation comes as Wipro continues to recalibrate its workforce strategy under CEO Srinivas Pallia, with plans to hire 7,000–7,500 employees by December 2025 and […]

Jobs

TCS Layoffs Prompt Surge in Job Searches Among Employees

India’s largest IT services firm, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), is witnessing a noticeable uptick in job-seeking activity among its employees following the company’s announcement to lay off 12,000 staffers—approximately 2% of its global workforce—in fiscal 2026. Executive search firms and recruitment agencies have confirmed a rise in queries and resume submissions from mid- and senior-level […]

Event

Nationwide Talent Hunt Begins as IndiaSkills 2025 Launches

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has officially launched registrations for IndiaSkills 2025, the country’s largest vocational skills competition. This biennial initiative aims to identify, nurture, and celebrate India’s most talented youth across 63 skill categories, preparing them to represent the nation at the prestigious WorldSkills Competition 2026. Registrations are now open via the […]

Partnership

Avanse and AWS Join Forces to Upskill Indian Youth

Avanse Financial Services, a leading education-focused non-banking financial company (NBFC), has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver job-relevant technology education to students across the country. The initiative is designed to make high-quality learning accessible to youth regardless of their financial background, and aligns with India’s broader goals of digital transformation and workforce readiness. […]

Paid Internship in Python with AI and ML; Stipend 5000 Monthly

AICTE, in collaboration with SKYPARK ITECH, has opened applications for its full-time internship program focused on Python programming with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The internship is set to begin immediately and will run for three months. Designed for students and early-career professionals, the program offers practical experience with real-world projects. Participants will work on […]

Survey & Report

Over 30 Crore Unorganised Workers Registered on e-Shram

Ministry of Labour and Employment has announced that over 30.95 crore unorganised workers have registered on the e-Shram portal as of July 22, 2025. Launched on August 26, 2021, the portal aims to create a comprehensive National Database of Unorganised Workers (NDUW), seeded with Aadhaar, and provide each registrant with a Universal Account Number (UAN) […]

Virtual Cybersecurity Internship, Stipend 18000, Deadline Aug 6

AICTE, in collaboration with Zencast, has announced a new virtual internship for candidates interested in cybersecurity. This 12-week program is centered on securing Industrial Control Systems (ICS), which are used in critical sectors like manufacturing, utilities, and transportation. Program Details Interns will help find weaknesses in industrial systems, evaluate threats, and design systems that can […]

Layoffs

Employee Unions Push Back Against TCS Layoffs

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, is facing mounting criticism from employee unions and advocacy groups following its announcement to lay off 12,000 employees—approximately 2% of its global workforce—in FY26. The move has been labeled the largest mass layoff in Indian IT history, sparking widespread concern across the sector. Mid- and senior-level […]