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Clix Capital Appoints Neeraj Jain as Business Head Loan Against Property

Clix Capital, a leading financial services provider in India, has announced the appointment of Neera...

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Gujarat to Lift Night Shift Restrictions for Women in Factories

Gujarat government has announced plans to amend the Factories Act, , to allow women to work nigh...

Labour Law

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Microsoft VP Addresses Ethical Concerns in AI Employment Contracts

Nando de Freitas, Vice President of Microsoft AI, has publicly addressed Google DeepMind employees, ...

Employment

Hiring

Goldman Sachs Launches 2025 Returnship Program in India

Goldman Sachs is inviting women professionals to relaunch their careers through its paid, 12-week Returnship® Program. This program is tailored for women who have taken a career break of two years or more. It provides a structured platform for reacquainting themselves with a dynamic work environment. Like an internship, it offers guided opportunities to reskill, […]

EPFO

Big Relief for EPF Members: Update Details Directly on Portal

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced significant reforms to simplify the process of updating personal details and withdrawing funds for EPF members. These changes aim to enhance convenience for EPF members and reduce administrative burdens for employers. The reforms, announced by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, have been widely welcomed as a step […]

Vodafone Idea Appoints Gurucharan Singh Gandhi as CHRO

Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi), one of India’s leading telecom service providers, has announced the appointment of Gurucharan Singh Gandhi as its Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO). Effective April 1, 2025, Gurucharan will succeed Suvamoy Roy Choudhary, who is set to retire on March 31, 2025. The appointment of Gurucharan Singh Gandhi comes at a crucial […]

Strike

Union Demands Reinstatement of Suspended Workers at Samsung Plant

Samsung India Thozhilalar Sangam (SITS), affiliated with the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU), has issued a 14-day strike notice to the management of Samsung’s Sriperumbudur factory in Tamil Nadu. This move comes less than a month after the union withdrew a month-long protest on March 7, 2025. The strike notice highlights key demands, including […]

Layoffs

Deloitte Loses $372 Million in Contracts, Announces Layoffs

Deloitte, one of the world’s largest consulting firms, has announced layoffs targeting its U.S. workforce, particularly consultants serving government clients. This decision comes in response to significant federal spending cuts aimed at reducing reliance on external consulting services. The move highlights the broader economic pressures facing the consulting industry and raises questions about how firms […]

Licious Appoints Bhakti Shirke as Director – Talent Acquisition

Licious, India’s leading consumer food company specializing in meat and seafood products, has announced the appointment of Bhakti Shirke as its Director – Talent Acquisition. Bhakti, a seasoned HR professional with extensive experience across diverse industries, brings a wealth of expertise to her new role. Role and Responsibilities at Licious As Director – Talent Acquisition, […]

Tata Electronics Appoints Industry Veteran KC Ang as Foundry Head

Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL), a pioneer in India’s electronics and semiconductor manufacturing sector, has announced the appointment of KC Ang as the President and Head of Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing Private Limited (TSMPL). This strategic move underscores Tata Electronics’ commitment to establishing itself as a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing. KC Ang, a seasoned industry […]

Industry

TCS Accused of Discriminatory Redundancy Scheme in UK

According to The Guardian, the UK employment tribunal has been told that Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a division of the Indian multinational Tata, deliberately targeted older, non-Indian nationals during a recent redundancy process. The restructuring began in mid-2023, and claimants allege that TCS specifically focused on making this group redundant while keeping younger, Indian nationals […]

Social Media

Forced to Work Without Rest: Employee’s Story Highlights Workplace Abuse

A distressing account of workplace exploitation has surfaced, sparking widespread outrage and reigniting debates on labor laws and employee rights. A Reddit user recently shared their harrowing experience of being forced to work a grueling night shift, only to be asked to continue working until 12 PM the next day without any break. The incident […]

Employment

Ernst & Young (EY) Offers Various Internship Opportunities in India

Ernst & Young (EY) India offers a range of internship opportunities designed to make a meaningful impact. Whether aspiring to work directly with clients or seeking immersive international experience, candidates will find a culture that fosters skill development alongside some of the industry’s brightest professionals. From internships and graduate programs to apprenticeships, undergraduate opportunities, and […]

Layoffs

Automattic Announces Layoffs: 16% of Global Workforce Impacted

Automattic, the parent company of WordPress.com, Tumblr, and WooCommerce, has announced a significant workforce reduction, laying off 16% of its global staff. This decision, which affects over 280 employees across 90 countries, is part of a broader restructuring initiative aimed at enhancing agility, efficiency, and product quality. The announcement was made by CEO Matt Mullenweg, […]