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Updated on: Jun 2025
Google Cuts 75 Jobs from TV Division, Plans Hiring in India
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Google Cuts 75 Jobs from TV Division, Plans Hiring in India

Google has laid off approximately 75 employees—about 25% of its Google TV and Android TV team—as part of a broader shift to prioritize artificial intelligence (AI) and YouTube-centric strategies. The layoffs, confirmed on June 24, 2025, coincide with a 10% budget cut in the company’s smart TV initiatives and reflect a recalibration of resources within […]

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IBM Offers Virtual Internship, Deadline Ends on June 30, 2025
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IBM Offers Virtual Internship, Deadline Ends on June 30, 2025

AICTE, in collaboration with Edunet Foundation and IBM SkillsBuild, is offering a 6-week virtual internship focused on cybersecurity. Participants engage in weekly workshops, hands-on projects, and gain mentorship from industry experts—all designed to deepen their understanding of network security, ethical hacking, threat detection, and associated tools. Key Details Who Should Apply IBM SkillsBuild internship invites […]

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TCS to Generate 25,000 Jobs with New Bengal Campus
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TCS to Generate 25,000 Jobs with New Bengal Campus

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, is set to significantly expand its footprint in West Bengal with the construction of a new campus in the Bengal Silicon Valley Hub. The project, which has received formal approval from the New Town Kolkata Development Authority (NKDA), is expected to generate 25,000 direct employment opportunities […]

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Cognizant Plans Big Recruitment Drive: 20,000 Freshers in 2025
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Cognizant Plans Big Recruitment Drive: 20,000 Freshers in 2025

Cognizant has announced plans to hire 20,000 fresh graduates in 2025, marking more than a twofold increase over last year’s intake. The goal is to reshape the company’s workforce structure by bringing in early-career talent who can support managed services and AI-focused development. While total headcount remained steady at around 336,300, Cognizant’s leadership emphasized the […]

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Microsoft Plans Layoffs at Xbox Division
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Microsoft Plans Layoffs at Xbox Division

Microsoft is preparing to implement another round of major job cuts within its Xbox gaming division, marking the fourth significant layoff in the unit over the past 18 months. The layoffs are expected to begin as early as next week, coinciding with the company’s fiscal year-end on June 30. This move is part of a […]

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Labour Tensions Simmer as Hyundai Nears New Wage Agreement
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Labour Tensions Simmer as Hyundai Nears New Wage Agreement

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL), the country’s second-largest passenger vehicle manufacturer, is on the verge of finalising a new long-term wage settlement with its recognised employee union, the United Union of Hyundai Employees (UUHE). The development marks a significant moment in the company’s industrial relations, especially as it navigates a complex landscape involving competing union […]

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EPFO Raises Auto Claim Limit to Rs 5 Lakh
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EPFO Raises Auto Claim Limit to Rs 5 Lakh

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has increased the auto claim settlement limit from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh. This update was shared by Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. Highlights The change allows over 7.4 crore members to submit claims for up to Rs 5 lakh for needs like education, medical treatment, […]

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Digit Insurance Promotes Neelam Joshi to VP – HR
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Digit Insurance Promotes Neelam Joshi to VP – HR

Digit Insurance, one of India’s fastest-growing digital insurers, has announced the elevation of Neelam Joshi to the role of Vice President – Human Resources. Based in Pune, Neelam’s promotion is a recognition of her impactful leadership, strategic contributions, and deep alignment with the company’s people-first philosophy. Her appointment comes at a time when Digit is […]

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Zydus Healthcare Names Swati Dalal as Managing Director
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Zydus Healthcare Names Swati Dalal as Managing Director

Zydus Healthcare Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Zydus Lifesciences Ltd, has announced the appointment of Swati Dalal as its new Managing Director and Additional Director, effective June 16, 2025. The appointment, approved by the board during its meeting on the same day, is for a five-year term and signals a pivotal moment in the […]

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HPE Empowers Global Partners with Unified Program and AI Tools
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HPE Empowers Global Partners with Unified Program and AI Tools

At HPE Discover 2025 in Bengaluru, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) unveiled a transformative initiative—HPE Partner Ready Vantage, a unified partner program designed to consolidate and streamline all existing partner frameworks. This strategic move aims to simplify engagement, enhance flexibility, and accelerate profitable growth for partners across the entire HPE portfolio. Rolling out in phases […]

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FDA Suspends Zepto License After Viral Food Safety Scandal
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FDA Suspends Zepto License After Viral Food Safety Scandal

Zepto, one of India’s fastest-growing quick commerce startups, is facing intense backlash following explosive allegations of food safety violations and unhygienic practices. The controversy erupted after a former employee’s Reddit post went viral, detailing disturbing conditions at Zepto’s warehouses and unethical handling of expired goods. The revelations have triggered widespread public outrage, regulatory action, and […]

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After TCS, Cognizant gets Andhra Land for 99 paise, plans 8k jobs
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After TCS, Cognizant gets Andhra Land for 99 paise, plans 8k jobs

The Andhra Pradesh government has allotted land to IT firm Cognizant at a symbolic cost of 99 paise per acre. This follows a similar agreement with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) earlier this year. Cognizant plans to invest ₹1,582 crore to set up an IT campus in Visakhapatnam over the next eight years. Cognizant to Create […]

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