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Cognizant Mandates WFH as Bengaluru Faces Worst Flooding

Bengaluru, Indias IT capital, has been grappling with severe flooding following two days of relentl...

Work Model

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Women Employees in Odisha Get Clarity on Maternity Leave Rules

Odisha government has introduced clear guidelines regarding maternity leave for women government emp...

Labour Law

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JPMorgan Chase Offers Global Student Programs Internships

JPMorgan Chase amp Co. has unveiled an expanded suite of student programs amp Internships aimed ...

Employment

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Strike

Samsung Workers Secure Wage Hike After Year-Long Protest

Samsung India and its workers’ union have reached a three-year wage agreement, ending a year-long protest at the company’s Sriperumbudur plant in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu Labour Minister C V Ganesan actively facilitated the resolution after conducting multiple rounds of negotiations between Samsung India management and the CITU-backed Samsung India Workers’ Union (Siwu). The agreement […]

Labour Law

8th Pay Commission: What Can Employees Expect?

8th Pay Commission, announced in January 2025, is expected to bring significant salary and pension hikes for over 1 crore central government employees and retirees. The commission will review potential adjustments to salaries, pensions, and allowances to ensure fair compensation. A key focus will be on the fitment factor, a multiplier used to revise pay […]

HCLTech appoints Kiran Cherukuri as Global GCC Practice Leader

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has announced the appointment of Kiran Cherukuri as its Global GCC Practice Leader. Kiran, a seasoned industry expert with over three decades of experience, will be responsible for scaling HCLTech’s GCC offerings, leveraging the company’s technology portfolio and corporate functions capabilities. Strengthening GCC Leadership at HCLTech HCLTech has been […]

Compensation

Accenture Rolls Out 3-13% Salary Hike for Senior Employees

Global IT consulting giant Accenture has rolled out salary hikes ranging from 3% to 13% for employees at Level 8 (Associate Manager) and above, marking the first such increment in two-and-a-half years. The move signals cautious optimism amid ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainties. While the highest salary hike bracket reaches double digits, employees remain lukewarm […]

Internship

Bharti AXA Life Insurance Launches BIMA BHARTI Apprenticeship

Bharti AXA Life Insurance has announced the launch of its flagship apprenticeship program, BIMA BHARTI, aimed at empowering young talent and women in the insurance sector. This initiative is part of the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS), introduced in the Union Budget 2025, and aligns with the Government of India’s vision of youth empowerment and […]

Technology

AI Won’t Kill Jobs—It Will Transform Them, Says InfoEdge CEO

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries worldwide, Hitesh Oberoi, CEO and MD of InfoEdge, has shared his insights on how AI is influencing the Indian job market. In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Hitesh emphasized that artificial intelligence is not simply eliminating jobs but rather transforming the nature of work, […]

Employment

HCLTech Offers Apprenticeship Program Rewarding IT career

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, is broadening its Apprenticeship Program to provide aspiring tech professionals with paid training, hands-on experience, and the opportunity to earn a college degree without incurring student debt. An apprenticeship is the start of a rewarding IT career. Here you will gain skills and knowledge through facilitated learning and hands-on […]

Hiring

Capgemini Announces Walk-in Drive at 4 locations in India

Capgemini, a global leader in consulting, technology services, and digital transformation, is inviting experienced Java Developers to be a part of its dynamic team through an exclusive walk-in drive. This opportunity is geared towards passionate coders with over 5 years of experience, looking to innovate, grow, and make an impact. Every coder has a story. […]

Hiring

Deloitte UK Expansion—Belfast Leads with 500 New Tech Roles

Deloitte, one of the Big Four professional services firms, has announced plans to create 500 new technology jobs in Belfast over the next three years. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to establish four dedicated technology centres across the UK, with Belfast set to be the largest hub. The expansion reflects Deloitte’s commitment […]

Tata Communications Appoints Vaishnavi Shukla as VP – HR

Tata Communications has announced the appointment of Vaishnavi Shukla as its Vice President of Human Resources. With over 17 years of experience in strategic HR leadership, talent transformation, and organizational development, Vaishnavi is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping Tata Communications’ global HR initiatives. Her appointment aligns with the company’s vision of powering […]

Mankind Pharma Appoints Dapinder Singh Narula as GM – HR

Mankind Pharma, one of India’s leading pharmaceutical companies, has strengthened its leadership team by appointing Dapinder Singh Narula as General Manager – Human Resources. With a wealth of experience spanning over 15 years in HR leadership, Dapinder’s appointment reflects Mankind Pharma’s commitment to enhancing workforce strategy, talent management, and employee engagement. His expertise in learning […]

ABB India Appoints Vaibhav Srivastava as HR Head

ABB, a global leader in electrification and automation, has appointed Vaibhav Srivastava as the Country HR Head for India. Vaibhav, who has been with ABB for over 17 years, steps into this leadership role after serving as Global HRBP – Operation Centres and Common Functions, Process Automation. His extensive experience in human resources and workforce […]