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Updated on: May 2025
Tech Layoffs: Microsoft, Google, Amazon Cut Thousands of Jobs
Industry

Tech Layoffs: Microsoft, Google, Amazon Cut Thousands of Jobs

The global tech industry is witnessing another wave of mass layoffs in 2025, with over 61,000 jobs eliminated across 130 companies. Major players such as Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and IBM have announced significant workforce reductions, citing economic uncertainty, AI-driven restructuring, and slowing revenue growth as key factors. While each company has framed its layoffs as […]

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IBM Rehires After AI-Driven Layoffs Backfire
Hiring

IBM Rehires After AI-Driven Layoffs Backfire

IBM ambitious push toward AI-driven automation has taken an unexpected turn. After laying off nearly 8,000 employees in 2023—primarily from its human resources (HR) division—the tech giant has now begun rehiring staff to fill critical gaps left by automation. The layoffs were part of IBM’s strategy to streamline operations and cut costs using its AI-powered […]

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North East Apprenticeship Pilot Scheme Launched by Government
Internship

North East Apprenticeship Pilot Scheme Launched by Government

In a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing skill development and employment opportunities, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has launched the North East Apprenticeship Pilot Scheme. Union Minister Shri Jayant Chaudhary and Mizoram Chief Minister Shri Lalduhoma jointly inaugurated the program in Aizawl, Mizoram. Anchored in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Ashta […]

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H1B Debate Heats Up as Walmart Slashes 1,500 Jobs
Layoffs

H1B Debate Heats Up as Walmart Slashes 1,500 Jobs

Retail giant Walmart has announced plans to eliminate 1,500 corporate jobs in the United States as part of a cost-cutting and organizational restructuring effort. The layoffs, which will impact employees at Walmart’s headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas, as well as staff in other US office locations, have sparked renewed debate over the H1B visa program and […]

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Why Gen Zs and Millennials Feel Abandoned by Their Bosses!
Survey & Report

Why Gen Zs and Millennials Feel Abandoned by Their Bosses!

As workplaces undergo a rapid transformation with automation, GenAI, and evolving expectations, India’s Gen Zs and millennial workforce is reshaping career success. The 2025 Deloitte Global Gen Z and Millennial Survey, which surveyed 809 Indian professionals—505 Gen Zs and 304 millennials—highlights their approach to learning, leadership, financial security, and career mobility. The report underscores a […]

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Juniper Green Energy Appoints Ankush Malik as CEO
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Juniper Green Energy Appoints Ankush Malik as CEO

Juniper Green Energy, a leading renewable energy power producer, has officially appointed Ankush Malik as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The appointment, announced on May 22, 2025, follows Ankush’s pivotal role in accelerating Juniper Green Energy’s growth since November 2018. With over 15 years of experience in the power sector, Ankush Malik brings strong leadership […]

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Meta Opens Applications for Paid Internship 2025—Apply Now!
Internship

Meta Opens Applications for Paid Internship 2025—Apply Now!

Meta Summer Internship 2025 offers students and early-career professionals a paid opportunity to gain hands-on experience in software engineering, data science, product management, and AI research. The program is designed to provide real-world exposure to Meta’s cutting-edge technologies while allowing interns to work alongside industry experts. Meta Internship Structure and Benefits Meta’s internship program typically […]

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Maharashtra Government Announces Internship Initiative
Employment

Maharashtra Government Announces Internship Initiative

In a progressive move to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry exposure, the Government of Maharashtra has officially launched a state-wide internship initiative in collaboration with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The initiative, rolled out through the AICTE Internship Portal, is aimed at providing hands-on, real-world experience to students enrolled […]

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EPFO Female Workforce Surge, Net Payroll Rises
EPFO

EPFO Female Workforce Surge, Net Payroll Rises

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recorded a net addition of 14.58 lakh members in March 2025, reflecting a 1.15% year-on-year increase compared to March 2024. The latest payroll data, released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, highlights rising employment opportunities, increased awareness of employee benefits, and EPFO’s successful outreach programs. Additionally, 7.54 lakh new […]

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Byju’s Employees and Students Demand Compensation
Industry

Byju’s Employees and Students Demand Compensation

Byju’s, once India’s most valued edtech startup, is facing severe financial distress, leaving employees unpaid and students without access to learning materials. Since entering insolvency proceedings in July 2024, the company has struggled to fulfill salary commitments and compensate affected students, despite repeated assurances from founder and CEO Byju Raveendran. With legal battles, investor disputes, […]

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Cognizant Mandates WFH as Bengaluru Faces Worst Flooding
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Cognizant Mandates WFH as Bengaluru Faces Worst Flooding

Bengaluru, India’s IT capital, has been grappling with severe flooding following two days of relentless rainfall, prompting Cognizant Technology Solutions to mandate work-from-home (WFH) for its employees on May 20. The decision comes as major tech corridors, including Koramangala, HSR Layout, BTM Layout, and Marathahalli, remain submerged, disrupting daily commutes and crippling office access. While […]

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Women Employees in Odisha Get Clarity on Maternity Leave Rules
Labour Law

Women Employees in Odisha Get Clarity on Maternity Leave Rules

Odisha government has introduced clear guidelines regarding maternity leave for women government employees, aiming to resolve confusion surrounding eligibility and duration under various circumstances. The new framework, approved by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, provides structured leave policies for expectant mothers, those joining service post-childbirth, and cases involving miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn death. Key Highlights […]

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