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Updated on: Jan 2025

Hiring

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Jan 25, 2025

Federal DEI Roles Eliminated Under New Trump Executive Order

In a controversial move, the Trump administration has initiated the elimination of Diversity, Equity...

Labour Law

Jan 25, 2025

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LTIMindtree Welcomes Back Venugopal Lambu as CEO

LTIMindtree, Indias sixth-largest IT firm, has announced the appointment of Venugopal Lambu a...

Appointments

Jan 25, 2025

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November Sees Drop in Formal Employment in Key Schemes

November saw a decline in formal employment numbers in India, with significant drops in new sub...

Employment

Jan 25, 2025

Employment

IT Hiring Trends for 2025 in India, AI and Data Science Surge

The Indian IT Hiring is expected to rebound in 2025 after a challenging year marked by slow hiring and delayed onboarding. Companies are shifting their focus to specialised skills, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) and data science, while expanding opportunities in Tier 2 cities. Economic improvements and technological advancements are expected to drive growth, bringing […]

Jan 25, 2025

EPFO

Union Minister Reviews EPFO Performance, Directs Improvements

Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has directed officials of Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to enhance the claim settlement process and ensure timely grievance redressal. This directive was issued during a virtual review meeting aimed at evaluating the performance of EPFO’s regional offices. The review meeting, held on January 24, 2025, was attended by Union […]

Jan 25, 2025

ESIC

ESIC Enrolls 16.07 Lakh New Workers in November 2024

Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) reported the enrollment of 16.07 lakh new workers under the ESI Scheme in November 2024. This marks a notable increase in social security coverage for workers across various sectors in India. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) also released its payroll data for November 2024, showing a net addition of […]

Jan 25, 2025

Hiring

Survey Reveals Talent Shortage in India, Causing Cautious Hiring

Employers in India are bracing for cautious hiring in the first quarter of 2025 due to ongoing talent shortages, according to the latest ManpowerGroup Talent Shortage Survey. Despite the highest hiring demand globally, 80% of employers in India are struggling to find the right talent. This trend has persisted since 2022 and is more than […]

Jan 24, 2025

Hiring

Mphasis Accelerates Hiring Across India with Over 110 Roles

Mphasis Limited, headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka, is a leading global IT services and consulting company. The company specializes in cloud and cognitive services, providing infrastructure technology and applications outsourcing services, as well as architecture guidance, application development and integration, and application management services. Mphasis serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, telecom, logistics, […]

Jan 24, 2025

Hiring

Cognizant Expands in India, Explore 1,300+ Job Opportunities

IT giant, Cognizant is actively expanding its operations in India, with over 1,300 job openings across various roles and locations. These positions encompass technology, engineering, and business services, catering to both experienced professionals and recent graduates. The company is focusing on hiring for roles such as software engineers, infrastructure technology specialists, and data analysts in […]

Jan 24, 2025

Appointments

Lupin Manufacturing Solutions Elevates Ajay Tiwari to CHRO

Lupin Manufacturing Solutions, a leading manufacturer of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), has announced the appointment of Ajay Tiwari as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Ajay joined Lupin in 2019 as Vice President – Human Resources. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to aligning HR practices with the company’s strategic goals, driving talent acquisition, and […]

Jan 24, 2025

Appointments

IPM Appoints Kingshuk Das as Director – People and Culture

IPM India, the India affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI), has announced the appointment of Kingshuk Das as Director – People and Culture, effective January 1, 2025. This appointment is a strategic move aimed at driving sustainable and inclusive growth within the organization. Navaneel Kar, Managing Director of IPM India, expressed confidence in Kingshuk Das’s […]

Jan 24, 2025

Hiring

Wipro Expands Hyderabad Campus, Adds 5,000 Jobs

Wipro, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has announced plans to open a new IT center in Hyderabad, creating 5,000 jobs. This expansion is part of Wipro’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the region and contribute to the local economy. The new IT center will be located at Wipro’s Gopanapalli campus in the […]

Jan 24, 2025

Hiring

Infosys and Telangana Government Partner for Campus Expansion

Infosys, one of India’s largest IT services companies, has announced plans to expand its campus in Hyderabad, creating 17,000 new jobs. This expansion is part of a strategic partnership with the Telangana government, aiming to strengthen the state’s position as a leading IT destination. Strategic Partnership: Expansion Details The expansion will take place at Infosys’ […]

Jan 24, 2025

Survey & Report

India Takes the Lead in Global Workplace Digital Transformation

India has emerged as a global leader in workplace digital transformation, according to a recent report by Zoho Workplace. The report highlights India’s significant progress in adopting digital tools and processes, surpassing both developed nations and the global average. India’s digital transformation maturity score stands at 64.6%, higher than the global average of 62.3%. This […]

Jan 24, 2025

Hiring

PwC India Hiring 7600+ Job Openings; Application Details Inside

PwC, one of the world’s leading professional services networks, is on a major hiring spree in India, with over 7600 job openings across various roles. This report delves into the prominent job openings, company culture, hiring trends, latest developments, and company headcount, providing a comprehensive overview of PwC’s recruitment scope in 2025. Prominent Job Openings […]

Jan 23, 2025