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Updated on: Jul 2025
Mobile PLI Scheme Generates 1.3 Lakh Direct Jobs by June 2025
Industry

Mobile PLI Scheme Generates 1.3 Lakh Direct Jobs by June 2025

Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Large Scale Electronics Manufacturing, primarily focused on mobile phone production, has created 1.3 lakh direct jobs in India as of June 2025. This was confirmed by Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Jitin Prasada, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on Friday. PLI Scheme: Investment and […]

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TCS Faces Government Scrutiny for Indefinite Onboarding Delays
Employment

TCS Faces Government Scrutiny for Indefinite Onboarding Delays

Ministry of Labour and Employment has formally summoned Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) following a complaint filed by the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) regarding the indefinite delay in onboarding over 600 lateral hires. The Office of the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) issued the summons on July 25, 2025. It calls for a joint discussion […]

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Infosys Leads in Wage Hikes, TCS Prioritizes Retention
Compensation

Infosys Leads in Wage Hikes, TCS Prioritizes Retention

India’s top IT services firms—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro, and HCL Technologies—have released their Q1 FY26 results, offering insights into their hiring strategies, salary revisions, and business outlook. While Infosys posted relatively stronger numbers, the overall sentiment across the sector remains cautious due to global macroeconomic headwinds, delayed client spending, and evolving demand patterns. […]

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Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Offers Paid Internship- Jul 28
Employment

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Offers Paid Internship- Jul 28

Datawise, in collaboration with the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), is hiring two full-time Internship research associates for a six-month project focused on improving digital access across rural India. The telecom sector has played a key role in making banking, healthcare, retail, and other essential services more accessible through mobile platforms. While cities have […]

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Fiem Industries Appoints Madhuubala as AVP – HR
Appointments

Fiem Industries Appoints Madhuubala as AVP – HR

Fiem Industries Limited, a leading manufacturer in the automotive lighting and signaling equipment sector, has appointed Madhuubala as Associate Vice President – Human Resources. The appointment comes at a time when the company is expanding its footprint across domestic and international markets, with a growing emphasis on workforce optimization and leadership continuity. Career Background and […]

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Maharashtra Revenue Staff Must Use Face App for Attendance
Employment

Maharashtra Revenue Staff Must Use Face App for Attendance

Maharashtra Revenue Department has made digital attendance through the Face App mandatory for all its employees. The directive, announced by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, links the disbursement of August salaries (to be paid in September) to compliance with the new attendance system. The initiative aligns with a central government directive and is part of a […]

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Himachal Pradesh Ends Ad Hoc Hiring with New Trainee Policy
Employment

Himachal Pradesh Ends Ad Hoc Hiring with New Trainee Policy

Himachal Pradesh government has officially rolled out a Trainee Policy aimed at replacing the long-standing ad hoc employment system in public sector appointments. Notified on July 19, 2025, the policy introduces a structured two-year training period for new recruits, after which they will be regularised through departmental examinations. The move is intended to bring transparency, […]

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Paid Virtual Internship in Data Analytics, 12-Weeks, 15000/Month
Employment

Paid Virtual Internship in Data Analytics, 12-Weeks, 15000/Month

AICTE, in partnership with Zencast Private Limited, is offering a 12-week virtual internship for candidates interested in data analytics, with a focus on improving manufacturing output. This paid program is open to applicants across India and offers hands-on exposure to working with real-world production data. Start Date: ImmediatelyLocation: Remote (Pan India)Duration: 12 WeeksStipend: ₹15,000 per […]

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8th Pay Commission May Recommend 13% Salary Hike
Compensation

8th Pay Commission May Recommend 13% Salary Hike

The Government of India is preparing to constitute the 8th Pay Commission (CPC), which is expected to recommend a 13% effective salary hike for nearly 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners. While the commission was announced in January 2025, its formal setup—including the appointment of members and definition of Terms of Reference […]

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ADM Appoints Prabha Karhana as GM – Human Resources
Appointments

ADM Appoints Prabha Karhana as GM – Human Resources

ADM, a global leader in nutrition and agricultural origination, has appointed Prabha Karhana as General Manager – Human Resources. The appointment marks a strategic addition to ADM’s leadership team in India, as the company continues to expand its footprint across food processing, supply chain, and sustainability initiatives. Prabha’s transition to ADM follows an extensive career […]

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CogentHubCX.AI Appoints Chander Prakash Gurnani as CHRO
Appointments

CogentHubCX.AI Appoints Chander Prakash Gurnani as CHRO

CogentHubCX.AI, a rising force in AI-powered customer experience solutions, has appointed Chander Prakash Gurnani as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). The appointment, announced on July 25, 2025, reflects the company’s commitment to building a future-ready workforce and aligning HR strategy with global expansion. Chander’s transition to CogentHubCX.AI marks a new chapter in a career […]

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Draft Telecom Policy: ₹1 Lakh Crore Investment and 10 Lakh Jobs
Industry

Draft Telecom Policy: ₹1 Lakh Crore Investment and 10 Lakh Jobs

Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has released the draft National Telecom Policy 2025 (NTP-25), outlining an ambitious roadmap to transform India into a global telecom technology hub. The policy aims to attract ₹1 lakh crore in annual investments and generate 10 lakh new jobs in the sector by 2030, while doubling the telecom sector’s contribution to […]

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