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Updated on: Feb 2025

Hiring

KPMG in India Hiring for Jobs Including Entry-level Roles

Feb 15, 2025

Rapido Launches Women-Only Pink Bikes, Creating , Jobs

Ride-hailing platform Rapido has announced the launch of its new Pink Rapido bike fleet in Karnataka...

Employment

Feb 15, 2025

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Prudential Financial Names Vicki Walia as Chief People Officer

Prudential Financial, Inc. has announced the appointment of Vicki Walia as its new Chief People Offi...

Appointments

Feb 15, 2025

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RTO Policies of Big Four Firms Deloitte, KPMG, EY, and PwC

Big Four accounting and consulting firmsDeloitte, KPMG, EY, and PwCare bucking the RTO trend by st...

Work Model

Feb 15, 2025

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Appointments

PwC India Sets New Course with Key Leadership Changes

PwC India has announced a significant reshuffle in its leadership team, effective from April 1, 2025. The changes are aimed at strengthening the firm’s presence in India and aligning with its strategic growth objectives. The new appointments include key roles such as Chief Commercial Officer, Chief Industries Officer, and Leader for Clients and Alliances. Leadership […]

Feb 15, 2025

Layoffs

US Embassies Worldwide to Face Major Staff Reductions

President Donald Trump’s administration has directed U.S. embassies worldwide to prepare for substantial staff reductions. This directive is part of the administration’s broader “America First” agenda, which seeks to realign diplomatic activities with Trump’s foreign policy objectives. US Embassies Staff Reductions: Executive Order and Impact On February 12, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order. […]

Feb 14, 2025

Survey & Report

Ernst & Young: Gen AI to Boost India’s Productivity 37% by 2030

According to Ernst & Young (EY) India report, use of Gen AI can boost retail productivity by 35 to 37 per cent within the next five years. The report titled ‘How much productivity can Generative AI (Gen AI) unlock in India? The AIdea of India: 2025′ adds that the Gen AI will revolutionise insights-driven pricing, […]

Feb 14, 2025

Jobs

Can an AI Bot Apply for Jobs and Get You Interviews Over Night?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has made job searching easier by handling repetitive tasks. One man took this idea further by creating an AI bot that applied for 1,000 jobs while he slept. Sharing his experience on Reddit.. Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the recruiting landscape: He explained that the bot helped him secure 50 interviews in […]

Feb 14, 2025

Appointments

Birlasoft Appoints Priti Kataria as Chief Human Resources Officer

Birlasoft, a leading software as a service company, has announced the appointment of Priti Kataria as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective February 12, 2025. The appointment of Priti Kataria follows the cessation of Arun Dinakar Rao, who served as Chief People Officer until February 11, 2025. Arun has transitioned to a new role […]

Feb 14, 2025

Hiring

Infosys is Hiring for HR, Finance, Marketing, and IT Jobs in India

India’s second largest IT services company, Infosys is hiring for professionals across different fields, including HR, finance, marketing, and IT. According to its LinkedIn page, the company is offering job opportunities in multiple locations across India. HR Professionals Infosys is hiring HR professionals to manage talent acquisition, employee engagement, and workforce planning. The company is […]

Feb 14, 2025

Employment

Centre’s Job Fairs Reach Over 42,000 Events

Since the financial year 2019-20, over 42,000 job fairs have been organized, resulting in more than 18.4 lakh job seekers being shortlisted for various positions. This initiative has played a crucial role in connecting job seekers with potential employers and addressing the issue of unemployment. The job fairs, held across various states and regions, have […]

Feb 14, 2025

Hiring

Trump 1:4 Hiring Rule Set to Transform Federal Workforce

In a move aimed at significantly reducing the federal workforce, President Donald Trump has introduced a new hiring rule that mandates a drastic reduction in federal employees. Under this “1:4 hiring rule,” for every four federal employees who leave their positions, only one new employee can be hired. This rule is part of Trump’s broader […]

Feb 14, 2025

Press Release

NSDC Announces Expansion with 50 New Skills Centres and 10 Academies

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has unveiled an ambitious plan to expand its skilling footprint across India. In a significant announcement at the Annual Press Conference, Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC and MD of NSDC International, revealed the organization’s strategic roadmap. The plan includes the establishment of 50 new Future Skills Centres […]

Feb 14, 2025

Industry

Meta Faces Backlash Over Layoffs and Leadership Culture

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has recently faced backlash from former employees over its latest round of layoffs and the company’s leadership culture. The layoffs, which affected approximately 3,600 employees across Europe, Asia, and the US, have been criticized for targeting employees who had recently returned from leaves of absence. Meta claimed that the […]

Feb 13, 2025

Employment

Accenture Vs TCS – Which is Better Company to Join in India?

Choosing between Accenture and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in India involves evaluating both companies on several factors. These include company headcount, financial standing, growth prospects, work flexibility, and compensation & benefits. Here’s a detailed comparison to assist your decision-making. Accenture Vs TCS: Headcount As of the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, Accenture Q1 FY25 […]

Feb 13, 2025

Hiring

Deloitte Free Data Analytics Internship: All You Need to Know

Deloitte, a global leader in professional services, has announced a unique opportunity for aspiring data scientists through its Free Data Analytics Internship. This program is designed to provide participants with real-world experience, enhance their resumes with a valuable certificate, and develop key analytical skills essential for a thriving career in data analytics. What the Internship […]

Feb 13, 2025