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Meta CTO Andrew Shares -Step Conflict Resolution Guide

Oct 4, 2025

Google Flags Surge in Extortion Emails Sent to Executives

Google has issued a warning about a surge in extortion emails being sent to executives at large orga...

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Oct 4, 2025
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Citigroup Names Nisha Padbidri Global Head- HRBP and Functions

With Indias increasing importance in the Citigroup universeboth as a driver of business growth and...

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Oct 4, 2025
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US Senators Question TCS on Hiring Practices and H-B Visa Use

Two senior U.S. SenatorsCharles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and Richard D...

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Oct 4, 2025
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Virtual Internship: AI – ML – DATA SCIENCE – JAVA, Apply by Oct 7
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Virtual Internship: AI – ML – DATA SCIENCE – JAVA, Apply by Oct 7

AICTE and ROBOKWIK.COM have announced a nationwide virtual internship program starting 03-Oct-2025. This Internship is offering aspiring tech enthusiasts a chance to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge domains, including Python, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, Java, and Website Development. Structured Learning and Project-Based Engagement The internship is divided into three key phases: […]

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Deloitte Launches “Scout” – An AI-Powered Learning Assistant
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Deloitte Launches “Scout” – An AI-Powered Learning Assistant

Deloitte today announced the launch of Scout, an AI-driven learning assistant designed to personalize professional development and transform how Deloitte US professionals learn and grow. The platform, currently being deployed across Deloitte’s workforce, aims to make finding learning opportunities easier, faster, and more agile — reflecting the firm’s commitment to shaping a future-ready workforce through […]

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Arun joins Krishna Maruti Group as Head- HR, Kharkhoda Plant
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Arun joins Krishna Maruti Group as Head- HR, Kharkhoda Plant

Krishna Maruti Group – SKH Metals appoints Arun Sharma as Head– HR, IR & Administration for its Kharkhoda Plant. With over 27 years of extensive HR leadership experience, Arun brings deep expertise in Industrial Relations, Plant HR, and HR Strategy & Transformation across multiple sectors. Extensive Experience and Background Arun Sharma has successfully driven HR […]

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SUEZ Ropes-In Pawan Agarwal from Alstom as VP – HR, India
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SUEZ Ropes-In Pawan Agarwal from Alstom as VP – HR, India

SUEZ in India appoints Pawan Agarwal as Vice President HR India, effective 29th Sept 2025. In this strategic leadership role, Pawan will spearhead HR strategies for India and will act as key India leadership member. Extensive Background and Experience Pawan brings over 25 years of experience in Human Resources management, particularly within the Engineering and […]

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TCS Denies Reports of 30,000 Layoffs, Only 2% Reduction
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TCS Denies Reports of 30,000 Layoffs, Only 2% Reduction

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services company, has denied reports suggesting that it plans to lay off as many as 30,000 employees. The company clarified that the actual reduction will be limited to 2% of its global workforce, amounting to around 12,000 employees. In a statement, TCS said: “These speculations are incorrect and […]

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TCS CHRO Milind Retires; Sudeep Kunnumal to Take Charge
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TCS CHRO Milind Retires; Sudeep Kunnumal to Take Charge

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services company, has announced the retirement of its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), Milind Lakkad, marking the end of a distinguished 38-year career with the firm. Milind, who joined TCS as a trainee in 1987, held several leadership roles over the years, including heading the Manufacturing Practice and […]

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Lufthansa to Cut 4,000 Administrative Jobs by 2030
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Lufthansa to Cut 4,000 Administrative Jobs by 2030

German airline group Lufthansa has announced plans to eliminate 4,000 administrative positions by 2030 as part of a broader restructuring strategy aimed at improving operational efficiency and long-term profitability. The move, disclosed during the company’s Capital Markets Day in Munich, will primarily affect non-operational staff in Germany and is being carried out in consultation with […]

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Odisha Approves Labour Law Reforms to Boost Employment
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Odisha Approves Labour Law Reforms to Boost Employment

Odisha Cabinet has approved major amendments to the Factories Act, 1948 and the Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1956. The reforms, cleared during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, are expected to simplify compliance, expand economic activity, and enhance workforce participation across the state. The revised provisions apply to shops […]

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Subhashish Chakrabarty joins CaratLane as Chief People Officer
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Subhashish Chakrabarty joins CaratLane as Chief People Officer

CaratLane, India’s leading jewellery brand under the TATA Group, has announced the appointment of Subhashish Chakrabarty as its new Chief People Officer, effective immediately. In this role, he will lead the company’s people strategy and work closely with the leadership team to nurture and strengthen CaratLane’s culture. He succeeds Benjamin Felix Rajkumar, who has now […]

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Apple Grants Employees Extra Time Off Ahead of Thanksgiving
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Apple Grants Employees Extra Time Off Ahead of Thanksgiving

Apple has announced that employees will receive three additional days off during Thanksgiving week, continuing a long-standing tradition initiated by co-founder Steve Jobs. The practice, known internally as “Steve Days,” is intended to recognize employee contributions and offer time for rest and reflection at the end of the year. In a companywide memo, CEO Tim […]

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TCS Layoffs Spark Anxiety as Employees Question Transparency
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TCS Layoffs Spark Anxiety as Employees Question Transparency

Employees at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, are grappling with rising uncertainty following a wave of layoffs and internal restructuring. While the company officially stated that only 2% of its workforce—approximately 12,000 employees—would be impacted, multiple reports and union claims suggest the actual number could be significantly higher, possibly exceeding 30,000. […]

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Volkswagen Initiates Major Overhaul of India Operations
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Volkswagen Initiates Major Overhaul of India Operations

Volkswagen Group is undertaking a comprehensive restructuring of its India business, according to an internal memo circulated earlier this month. The move comes in response to mounting market pressures, regulatory challenges, and a prolonged struggle to gain significant market share in the world’s third-largest automobile market. The memo, issued by Piyush Arora, Managing Director of […]

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