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HR Insights: SAP to Acquire SmartRecruiters Advancing AI-Driven Hiring - SightsIn Plus
Merger & Acquisition

SAP to Acquire SmartRecruiters Advancing AI-Driven Hiring

Aug 4, 2025

Google CEO Urges Employees to Boost Efficiency with AI

At a recent all-hands meeting, Google CEO Sundar Pichai called on employees to embrace artificial in...

Industry
Aug 4, 2025
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TCS Misses Labour Ministry Meet, Offers Written Clarification

Tata Consultancy Services TCS, has come under scrutiny for its recent decision to lay off , e...

Labour Law
Aug 2, 2025
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EPFO Rejects Lakh Higher Pension Claims

Employees Provident Fund Organisation EPFO has completed the processing of . lakh application...

EPFO
Aug 2, 2025
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HCLTech and Pearson Patner for AI-Driven Upskilling
Partnership

HCLTech and Pearson Patner for AI-Driven Upskilling

HCLTech and Pearson have announced a multi-year strategic partnership aimed at accelerating AI-led upskilling across enterprises, government bodies, and higher education institutions. The collaboration seeks to equip individuals and organizations with the tools needed to adapt to rapid technological changes, particularly those driven by artificial intelligence. The partnership will focus on co-developing AI-powered learning products, […]

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Apple Discloses Base Salaries Amid AI Talent Battle
Compensation

Apple Discloses Base Salaries Amid AI Talent Battle

Apple Inc. has publicly disclosed detailed salary ranges for a wide array of technical roles, including engineers, software developers, and data scientists. The information comes from federal filings submitted to the U.S. Department of Labor in 2025, primarily related to foreign worker sponsorships. While the figures exclude bonuses, stock grants, and other benefits, they offer […]

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SBI Strengthens Customer Service with 13,455 New Recruits
Employment

SBI Strengthens Customer Service with 13,455 New Recruits

State Bank of India (SBI), India’s largest public sector bank, has initiated the onboarding of 13,455 newly recruited junior associates across its extensive branch network. This move is part of a broader strategy to reinforce customer service and operational efficiency at the grassroots level. The recruitment drive, announced in June 2025, is one of the […]

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Poddar Plumbing to Generate 12,000 Jobs
Hiring

Poddar Plumbing to Generate 12,000 Jobs

Poddar Plumbing Systems Pvt. Ltd., a manufacturer of CPVC and PVC pipes, has announced a significant expansion in Karnataka with a total investment of ₹758 crore. The company plans to establish a large-scale manufacturing facility in the Vemgal Industrial Area (Phase 2) in Kolar district, spread across 33 acres, and has proposed a second unit […]

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Mahindra Announces Diwali ESOP Grant for 14,000 Employees
Compensation

Mahindra Announces Diwali ESOP Grant for 14,000 Employees

Mahindra Group has announced a one-time Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) grant for 12,000 to 14,000 employees, including shop floor workers for the first time. The initiative, timed ahead of Diwali, reflects the company’s intent to recognize long-term contributions and foster a sense of ownership among its workforce. The ESOP grant spans across three core […]

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Delhi Takes First Step Toward Implementing Labour Codes
Labour Law

Delhi Takes First Step Toward Implementing Labour Codes

Delhi government has released draft rules under the Code on Social Security, marking a significant move toward implementing long-pending labour reforms. These rules aim to extend structured welfare benefits to unorganised sector workers, including provisions for career support, accident compensation, and maternity benefits. The draft, published by the Labour Department, invites public feedback and suggestions, […]

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Capgemini India to Hire 45,000 in 2025, Prioritizes AI Skills
Hiring

Capgemini India to Hire 45,000 in 2025, Prioritizes AI Skills

Capgemini India has announced plans to hire between 40,000 and 45,000 employees in 2025, signaling a strong commitment to growth despite broader concerns about IT sector hiring. The move comes as the company experiences a surge in client demand for cost-effective and innovation-driven services, particularly from global markets shifting more work to India. The hiring […]

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Cognizant May Roll Out Pay Increases Later in 2025
Compensation

Cognizant May Roll Out Pay Increases Later in 2025

Cognizant, one of India’s leading IT services firms, has yet to finalize its decision on salary hikes for employees in 2025. Despite earlier indications that merit-based pay increases would begin in August, the company has now stated that no firm timeline has been set. The uncertainty stems from ongoing macroeconomic challenges and a cautious demand […]

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Lenovo Cuts Tech Delays to Boost Team Performance
Technology

Lenovo Cuts Tech Delays to Boost Team Performance

Lenovo has initiated a major transformation in how it equips its global workforce, rolling out AI-ready devices through its internal deployment of the TruScale Device as a Service (DaaS) model. With over 77,000 employees across more than 100 countries, the company recognized the need to modernize its device management system to better support its predominantly […]

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MHA Introduces Biometric Smart Cards for CCS-3 Building Access
Employment

MHA Introduces Biometric Smart Cards for CCS-3 Building Access

Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has mandated the use of biometric-enabled smart identity cards for entry into the newly constructed CCS-3 building, located within the Central Vista redevelopment zone. This directive applies to all central government employees, including contractual staff, whose ministries or departments have been allotted space in the building. The move is part […]

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TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech Recalibrate Hiring
Employment

TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech Recalibrate Hiring

India’s four largest IT services firms—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro, and HCLTech—have collectively reduced their headcount by more than 42,000 employees between 2023 and mid-2025. The decline reflects a shift in hiring strategies, evolving client demands, and broader economic pressures affecting the global technology sector. According to company disclosures and industry reports, Wipro recorded […]

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Women’s Formal Employment Rises to 41.7% in 2023–24
Employment

Women’s Formal Employment Rises to 41.7% in 2023–24

India has recorded a significant rise in women’s employment in the formal workforce, with the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for women aged 15 and above reaching 41.7% in 2023–24, up from 23.3% in 2019–20. This 18.4 percentage point increase marks a pivotal moment in the country’s employment landscape, reflecting the impact of sustained policy […]

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