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Updated on: Jul 2026
The Real HR Story Behind India’s IT Hiring: Q1 FY27 Results
Editorial

The Real HR Story Behind India’s IT Hiring: Q1 FY27 Results

India’s four largest IT services companies—TCS, Infosys, HCLTech and Wipro—have announced their Q1 FY27 results, offering a clear view of the current state of the technology job market. While business performance varied across companies, the HR trends were largely similar. Hiring has become more measured, attrition has stabilized, and companies are placing greater emphasis on […]

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Infosys Fined €175,000 in France Over Working Hours Records
Industry

Infosys Fined €175,000 in France Over Working Hours Records

Infosys has been fined €175,000 (approximately $205,000) by French labour authorities over non-compliance with the country’s regulations governing employee working time records. The company disclosed the development in a regulatory filing, stating that the penalty is not expected to have any material impact on its financial position or operations. The order was issued by the […]

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Salesforce Opens Summer 2027 Software Engineer Internship: Apply by July 29
Internship

Salesforce Opens Summer 2027 Software Engineer Internship: Apply by July 29

Salesforce has opened applications for its Summer 2027 Software Engineer Internship under the company’s Futureforce University Recruiting program. The internship offers engineering students an opportunity to work on real-world software projects, gain mentorship from experienced engineers, and contribute to AI-powered products used by millions of customers worldwide. Applications close on July 29, 2026, and interested […]

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Cyient Appoints Andrew Smith as Chief Operating Officer
Appointments

Cyient Appoints Andrew Smith as Chief Operating Officer

Cyient Limited, a global lifecycle engineering company, announced the elevation of Andrew Smith as Chief Operating Officer, effective July 24, 2026. In his new role, Smith will oversee the company’s global delivery operations while continuing to lead its Transportation business unit, strengthening Cyient’s focus on operational excellence and customer delivery. Extensive Experience Smith has been […]

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JPMorgan to Hire 1,000 People in India Global Capability Centre
Employment

JPMorgan to Hire 1,000 People in India Global Capability Centre

JPMorgan Chase is planning to hire around 1,000 technology professionals at its India Global Capability Centre (GCC). The hiring comes at a time when the bank says artificial intelligence (AI) has reduced staffing requirements by 30% to 40% in some functions, showing how AI is changing the type of talent companies need. The recruitment will […]

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Google Opens Internship & Apprenticeship 2027 Applications; Apply by Aug 3
Internship

Google Opens Internship & Apprenticeship 2027 Applications; Apply by Aug 3

Google has opened applications for multiple Internship and Apprenticeship programs in India for 2027, offering students and early-career professionals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in software engineering, project management, data analytics, application development, and digital marketing. The programs combine practical learning with mentorship from Google professionals and exposure to real-world business and technology projects. […]

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HCLTech to Open Global Technology Center in Bhubaneswar, Create 5,000 Jobs
Employment

HCLTech to Open Global Technology Center in Bhubaneswar, Create 5,000 Jobs

HCLTech has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Odisha to establish a Global Technology Center in Bhubaneswar. The new facility will focus on developing and delivering AI-led digital solutions for global enterprises and will strengthen the company’s presence in eastern India. The Technology Center will complement HCLTech’s proposed AI Data Center […]

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Triveni Turbine Ltd Appoints Shashwat K Mitra as CHRO Designate
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Triveni Turbine Ltd Appoints Shashwat K Mitra as CHRO Designate

Triveni Turbine Limited has appointed Shashwat K Mitra as its Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Designate. In this new role, he will lead Triveni Turbine’s people and culture agenda, driving people strategy, talent management, leadership development, organizational transformation, and employee engagement. Extensive Experience Shashwat is an experienced HR leader with a strong track record in […]

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SBI Invites Applications for Summer Internship 2026
Internship

SBI Invites Applications for Summer Internship 2026

The State Bank of India (SBI) has invited applications for its Summer Internship Programme 2026, offering students an opportunity to gain practical exposure to the banking and financial services sector. The internship is designed to provide real-world learning experiences while helping students understand the functioning of India’s largest public sector bank. Unlike SBI’s regular recruitment […]

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IndiGo Defers Salary Hikes for Senior Staff After Reporting Q1 Loss
Compensation

IndiGo Defers Salary Hikes for Senior Staff After Reporting Q1 Loss

India’s largest airline, IndiGo, has deferred salary hikes for its senior management after reporting a net loss in the first quarter of FY27. During the company’s post-results earnings call, Chief Financial Officer Gaurav Negi confirmed that the planned salary revisions for senior employees have been postponed and will be reviewed after six months. The decision […]

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Infosys to Roll Out Salary Hikes from October, Hire 20,000 Freshers
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Infosys to Roll Out Salary Hikes from October, Hire 20,000 Freshers

Infosys will begin rolling out salary hikes for employees from October 2026, with the increment cycle spread across three phases ending in January 2027, CEO Salil Parekh said during the company’s Q1 FY27 earnings press conference. The company did not disclose the percentage of salary increases. Parekh said most employees will receive their revised salaries […]

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Tech Mahindra Employee Protests Over Alleged Termination in Hyd
Employment

Tech Mahindra Employee Protests Over Alleged Termination in Hyd

A former Tech Mahindra employee staged a protest outside the company’s Hyderabad campus, alleging that she was terminated after taking three days of leave to care for her ailing 11-year-old daughter. Employee Alleges Unfair Dismissal According to The Hindu, the employee, Bhavana, said she joined Tech Mahindra about four months ago. She alleged that she […]

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