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Updated on: Aug 2025
Chandigarh Hikes DC Rates; 20,000 Workers to Benefit
Compensation

Chandigarh Hikes DC Rates; 20,000 Workers to Benefit

Chandigarh Union Territory (UT) Administration has announced a revision of Deputy Commissioner (DC) rates for the financial year 2025–26. The updated rates, which reflect an average hike of 5%, will benefit nearly 20,000 contractual and outsourced employees working across various departments, boards, corporations, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and autonomous bodies under the UT administration. The […]

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Amazon to Align Corporate Benefits Across Grocery Units by 2026
Industry

Amazon to Align Corporate Benefits Across Grocery Units by 2026

Amazon has announced a major overhaul of its employee benefits structure across its grocery businesses, confirming that by December 2026, all corporate staff within its grocery units—including Whole Foods Market, Amazon Fresh, and Amazon Go—will be transitioned to a unified compensation and benefits framework. The move is part of Amazon’s broader strategy to streamline operations […]

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Myntra Adds 11,000 Jobs to Boost Big Fashion Festival Operations
Jobs

Myntra Adds 11,000 Jobs to Boost Big Fashion Festival Operations

Myntra, one of India’s leading fashion and lifestyle e-commerce platforms, has added over 11,000 jobs across its supply chain and customer service network ahead of its flagship Big Fashion Festival (BFF). The hiring drive is part of the company’s annual ramp-up strategy to meet the sharp increase in demand during the festive season, which typically […]

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xAI Expands Engineering Team as AI Talent War Intensifies
Hiring

xAI Expands Engineering Team as AI Talent War Intensifies

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI, has reportedly recruited at least 14 engineers from Meta’s AI division since January 2025, according to multiple industry reports. The hires reflect a growing shift in the AI talent landscape, where mission-driven work and rapid innovation are increasingly attracting top professionals away from established tech giants. The engineers, many […]

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Microsoft Offers Virtual Internship, Deadline 04-Sep-2025
Employment

Microsoft Offers Virtual Internship, Deadline 04-Sep-2025

LPIT Labs Pvt Ltd has opened applications for its Microsoft Azure Administration Virtual Internship Program, designed for students and fresh graduates interested in cloud computing and IT infrastructure management. The internship, starting immediately, spans six weeks and provides candidates with 10 credits upon successful completion. Although the program is unpaid (₹0 stipend), it offers valuable […]

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Google Restructures: 35% of Small-Team Managers Reassigned
Employment

Google Restructures: 35% of Small-Team Managers Reassigned

Google has confirmed a 35% reduction in managers overseeing small teams, marking a significant shift in its organizational structure. The move, announced during an internal all-hands meeting on August 27, 2025, is part of CEO Sundar Pichai’s broader strategy to streamline operations, reduce bureaucracy, and improve decision-making speed across the company. The cuts primarily affect […]

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Kerala Global Skill Summit to Launch LinkedIn Talent Report 2025
Event

Kerala Global Skill Summit to Launch LinkedIn Talent Report 2025

Kerala is set to host the Global Skill Summit on August 29 and 30, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt in Kochi. The two-day event, organized by the Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council (K-DISC), aims to redefine the state’s role in shaping the future of work, education, and innovation. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate […]

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IoT & AI Healthcare Internship, ₹18,000 Stipend, Apply by Sept 1
Employment

IoT & AI Healthcare Internship, ₹18,000 Stipend, Apply by Sept 1

AICTE and HCTMM MedTech Pvt. Ltd., a dynamic healthcare technology company, have announced the launch of a part-time internship program for students across India. Starting immediately, this three-month program is designed to immerse students in the practical applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT) in the healthcare sector. […]

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EY Report: India’s GDP Could Reach $34.2 Trillion by 2038
Survey & Report

EY Report: India’s GDP Could Reach $34.2 Trillion by 2038

India is projected to become the world’s second-largest economy in purchasing power parity (PPP) terms by 2038, according to the August 2025 edition of EY Economy Watch report. The report, based on IMF forecasts and comparative analysis of major global economies, outlines India’s long-term growth trajectory, highlighting its demographic advantages, fiscal discipline, and structural reforms […]

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8th Pay Commission Set to Reshape Salaries and Benefits
Labour Law

8th Pay Commission Set to Reshape Salaries and Benefits

The central government’s approval of the 8th Pay Commission in January 2025 marks a significant milestone in the compensation structure for nearly 1.15 crore central government employees and pensioners. The government plans to conclude the 7th Pay Commission (CPC) by December 2025 and make the new commission operational by January 2026. It aims to revise […]

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Industrial Employment Rises 5.92% in FY24, Reaches 1.95 Crore
Employment

Industrial Employment Rises 5.92% in FY24, Reaches 1.95 Crore

Employment in India’s industrial sector rose by 5.92% in the financial year 2023–24, reaching 1.95 crore workers, according to the latest Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). The survey, which covers the period from April 2023 to March 2024, offers a comprehensive view of employment, capital […]

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ISRO Offers External Student Internship Programme
Employment

ISRO Offers External Student Internship Programme

The Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), under the Department of Space and part of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has unveiled its External Student Internship initiative, inviting eligible candidates from across India and abroad to apply. The programme is designed to support students in science and technology disciplines with real-world project experience. Applications […]

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