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Updated on: Jul 2025
Government Reports Steady Rise in Employment Across Sectors
Employment

Government Reports Steady Rise in Employment Across Sectors

Government of India, through a press release dated 24 July 2025, has reported a significant increase in employment generation across multiple sectors, driven by targeted schemes, infrastructure investments, and formalization efforts. The announcement, made by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, underscores the administration’s continued focus on improving employability and expanding job opportunities, particularly in […]

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Minimum Pension Under EPS-95 Raised to ₹7,500?
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Minimum Pension Under EPS-95 Raised to ₹7,500?

Government of India has received formal representations from trade unions, pensioners’ associations, and public representatives requesting an increase in the minimum monthly pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS), 1995. The current minimum pension stands at ₹1,000 per month, a figure that has remained unchanged since its introduction in September 2014. While no official decision […]

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Tata Technologies Appoints Nandini as Head – HRBP and Culture
Appointments

Tata Technologies Appoints Nandini as Head – HRBP and Culture

Tata Technologies, a global product engineering and digital services firm, has appointed Nandini Pai as Head – HR Business Partnering (APAC) and Culture, effective July 2025. Based in Pune, Nandini will lead HR business partnerships, oversee team and change management initiatives, and drive cultural alignment across APAC operations. Her appointment comes at a time when […]

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Persistent Systems Appoints Rajiv Naithani as Chief People Officer
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Persistent Systems Appoints Rajiv Naithani as Chief People Officer

Persistent Systems, a global digital engineering and enterprise modernization firm, has announced the appointment of Rajiv Naithani as its Chief People Officer (CPO), effective August 1, 2025. This transition follows the retirement of Yogesh Patgaonkar, who will step down on July 31, 2025, after serving in the role for over three years. The leadership change […]

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Government Offices in Odisha to Host Women’s Safety Workshops
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Government Offices in Odisha to Host Women’s Safety Workshops

Government of Odisha has announced a comprehensive plan to conduct orientation programmes on women’s safety at workplaces across various government offices. The initiative aims to raise awareness about the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (PoSH Act) and foster a culture of mutual respect, dignity, and zero tolerance toward […]

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Software Engineers at Amazon Earn Up to ₹2.27 Crore
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Software Engineers at Amazon Earn Up to ₹2.27 Crore

Amazon 2025 salary disclosures, based on publicly available H-1B visa filings and internal compensation data, offer a detailed look into how the tech giant pays its global workforce. With a headcount of approximately 1.6 million employees worldwide, including 11,300 foreign workers hired in Q1 2025 alone, Amazon continues to attract top-tier talent with competitive pay […]

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Government Launches AI for India 2.0 to Democratize AI Education
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Government Launches AI for India 2.0 to Democratize AI Education

On July 15, 2023, coinciding with World Youth Skills Day, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) launched the AI for India 2.0 Programme, a free online training initiative aimed at equipping India’s youth with foundational skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). The programme is a joint effort between Skill India […]

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IBM Offers Virtual Internship, 5000 Positions – Deadline July 31
Employment

IBM Offers Virtual Internship, 5000 Positions – Deadline July 31

Students looking to boost their skills in tech can now apply for the FWD Virtual Internship with IBM SkillsBuild, organized by the Edunet Foundation. This program gives college students a chance to gain real-world experience in Frontend Web Development (FWD). The last date to apply is July 31, and with 5,000 seats available, students are […]

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Bengaluru Officials Propose WFH Wednesdays for IT Workers
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Bengaluru Officials Propose WFH Wednesdays for IT Workers

Bengaluru Outer Ring Road (ORR), home to over 500 IT and tech companies, continues to face severe traffic congestion, especially during peak hours between 9 and 10 am. In response, city officials—including representatives from the BBMP, BMTC, and Bengaluru Traffic Police—have proposed a set of coordinated measures aimed at reducing vehicular load and improving commute […]

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India’s Labour Ministry Challenges Reuters’ Jobless Data Claims
Employment

India’s Labour Ministry Challenges Reuters’ Jobless Data Claims

A recent Reuters article dated July 22, 2025, titled “Official India jobless data is not accurate, say top independent economists”, has drawn sharp criticism from the Indian government and statistical experts. The article, based on a perception-driven poll of 50 unnamed economists, claims that India’s official unemployment rate—reported at 5.6% in June—is significantly understated, with […]

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Infosys Q1FY26: Attrition Stable, Freshers to Drive Hiring Plans
Industry

Infosys Q1FY26: Attrition Stable, Freshers to Drive Hiring Plans

Infosys reported a 13.3% year-on-year (YoY) increase in net profit for Q1FY26, reaching ₹6,921 crore, compared to ₹6,106 crore in Q1FY25. Revenue from operations rose 7% YoY to ₹42,279 crore, up from ₹39,518 crore in the same quarter last year. Sequentially, however, net profit declined by 13.2% from ₹7,975 crore in Q4FY25. Operating margin remained […]

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AI Tools Drive 45% Surge in LinkedIn Job Applications in 2025
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AI Tools Drive 45% Surge in LinkedIn Job Applications in 2025

LinkedIn has reported a dramatic 45% surge with AI in job applications over the past year, with the platform now processing 11,000 applications per minute. This spike is largely attributed to the widespread adoption of AI tools such as ChatGPT, resume bots, and automated job application agents, which have reshaped how candidates engage with the […]

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