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Updated on: Jul 2025
EPFO Mangaluru Sets Ambitious Target of 25,000 Enrolments
EPFO

EPFO Mangaluru Sets Ambitious Target of 25,000 Enrolments

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) Regional Office in Mangaluru has announced a bold target to enrol 25,000 first-time employees under the newly launched Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, aimed at accelerating formal job creation across the Dakshina Kannada region. The initiative is part of a nationwide rollout of the ELI scheme, introduced in the Union Budget […]

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Philips India Invites Applications for Internship and Apprenticeship
Internship

Philips India Invites Applications for Internship and Apprenticeship

Philips, a global leader in health technology, has opened applications for its Internship and Apprenticeship Program across various locations in India. The program aims to provide students and recent graduates with real-world experience and exposure to cutting-edge projects in healthcare technology and corporate operations. The positions are currently open in Chennai, Pune, and Gurgaon. 1. […]

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Bihar Govt Launches Paid Internship to Support Youth Employment
Employment

Bihar Govt Launches Paid Internship to Support Youth Employment

In a major push to tackle youth unemployment and enhance industry readiness, the Bihar government has launched a paid internship scheme named ‘Mukhya Mantri Pratigya’. Approved during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday, the initiative aims to financially support young individuals undertaking internships after completing their Class 12 education. Eligibility […]

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India’s Sunrise Sectors Drive Apprenticeship Boom in FY2025
Industry

India’s Sunrise Sectors Drive Apprenticeship Boom in FY2025

India’s apprenticeship ecosystem is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by the rapid expansion of sunrise sectors that are reshaping the future of work. According to the latest Apprenticeship Outlook Report (Q1 FY2024–25) by TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship, the Net Apprenticeship Outlook (NAO) has surged to 76%, marking an 8% increase from the previous quarter. This unprecedented […]

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Infosys Sends Warning Emails to Staff Exceeding Daily Work Limits
Employment

Infosys Sends Warning Emails to Staff Exceeding Daily Work Limits

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services firm, has rolled out a new internal policy aimed at curbing excessive work hours among its 323,500 employees. The company has begun sending automated warning emails to staff who consistently work more than 9 hours and 15 minutes a day, particularly during remote work periods. The alerts are part of […]

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GSK India Elevates Harsh Trehan to CHRO and EVP-HR Role
Appointments

GSK India Elevates Harsh Trehan to CHRO and EVP-HR Role

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) India has announced the elevation of Harsh V. Trehan to the role of Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Executive Vice President – Human Resources, effective July 1, 2025. Harsh will now lead the HR function for GSK India’s pharmaceutical business, overseeing a workforce of approximately 4,000 employees, including a unionised segment, from […]

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Public Sector Banks to Hire 50,000 Employees in FY2025–26
Hiring

Public Sector Banks to Hire 50,000 Employees in FY2025–26

India’s public sector banks (PSBs) are set to undertake one of the largest recruitment drives in recent years, with plans to hire approximately 50,000 personnel during the current financial year. The move is aimed at supporting business expansion, enhancing customer service, and reinforcing operational capacity across the banking ecosystem. Multiple banks have compiled data showing […]

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Infosys Combines Online and In-Person Hiring
Employment

Infosys Combines Online and In-Person Hiring

Infosys, one of India’s largest IT services firms, has officially transitioned from a virtual-only recruitment model to a hybrid hiring approach, combining online assessments with in-person interviews. The move marks a significant recalibration of the company’s talent acquisition strategy, prompted by concerns over the effectiveness of remote hiring during the pandemic years. The decision follows […]

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Dixon Technologies Appoints Samar as VP – HRD and Admin
Appointments

Dixon Technologies Appoints Samar as VP – HRD and Admin

Dixon Technologies India Ltd, a leading player in India’s electronics manufacturing sector, has appointed Dr. Samar Srivastava as Vice President – Human Resource Development (HRD) & Administration. The appointment comes at a time when Dixon is scaling its operations and deepening its capabilities across consumer electronics, mobile devices, lighting, and home appliances. Samar brings nearly […]

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Telangana Government Approves 10-Hour Workdays
Labour Law

Telangana Government Approves 10-Hour Workdays

Government of Telangana has officially permitted 10-hour workdays for employees in commercial establishments, excluding shops. The decision, announced by the Labour Department and set to take effect from July 8, is part of a broader effort to align state labour regulations with evolving business needs while embedding safeguards to protect worker welfare. The reform modifies […]

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TCS Faces Employee Discontent Over Attendance-Linked Bonus
Compensation

TCS Faces Employee Discontent Over Attendance-Linked Bonus

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, is facing growing employee dissatisfaction following changes to its Quarterly Performance Bonus (QPB) policy. The revised framework links bonus eligibility to physical office attendance, prompting concerns about fairness, transparency, and alignment with evolving work models. The policy update, implemented via the company’s internal HR portal, stipulates […]

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Internship Program by Delhi Government, Stipend 20,000 Monthly
Employment

Internship Program by Delhi Government, Stipend 20,000 Monthly

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has started a new internship program for young people. It’s called the Viksit Delhi Chief Minister Internship Programme. The goal is to involve students and young professionals in the work of the government and give them real-life experience in how decisions are made and carried out. Monthly Stipend Each selected […]

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