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Updated on: Mar 2025
EPFO Targets March 31 for EPS- 95 Higher Pension Processing, Over 70% Done
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EPFO Targets March 31 for EPS- 95 Higher Pension Processing, Over 70% Done

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to complete the processing of all applications under Pension on Higher Wages (PoHW) by March 31, 2025. This was confirmed during the 112th meeting of the Executive Committee (EC) of the Central Board of Trustees, EPF as a press release on Feb 26. The meeting was chaired […]

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HPE and NVIDIA Collaborate to Accelerate AI Adoption in Enterprises
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HPE and NVIDIA Collaborate to Accelerate AI Adoption in Enterprises

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) and NVIDIA have announced a groundbreaking collaboration to introduce new enterprise AI solutions aimed at accelerating the time to value for generative, agentic, and physical AI. This partnership was unveiled during NVIDIA’s GTC 2025 event. It represents a major advancement in equipping businesses with tools to leverage the transformative power of […]

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Microsoft Names Amy Coleman as Chief People Officer
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Microsoft Names Amy Coleman as Chief People Officer

In a significant leadership reshuffle, Microsoft has announced the appointment of Amy Coleman as its Chief People Officer (CPO). Amy, a seasoned Microsoft executive with over 25 years of experience, will replace Kathleen Hogan, who has held the position for more than a decade. Kathleen will transition to a newly created role as Executive Vice […]

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Top 15 Fastest Growing Essential Job Skills in India, 2025 Report
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Top 15 Fastest Growing Essential Job Skills in India, 2025 Report

Technologies are advancing and Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of this shift, reshaping industries and job roles. According to LinkedIn, by 2030, 70% of job skills will change, requiring both companies and professionals to adapt. For businesses, this transformation means embracing skills-based hiring, allowing them to build a future-ready workforce and expand talent pools […]

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EPFO Pensioners Demand ₹9,000 Minimum Pension for Financial Security
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EPFO Pensioners Demand ₹9,000 Minimum Pension for Financial Security

Pensioners under Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) have intensified their demand for an increase in the minimum monthly pension amount from the current ₹1,000 to ₹9,000. This demand has gained momentum as pensioners across the country, including those in Nashik and Chennai, staged protests and submitted appeals to government authorities. The pensioners argue that the […]

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Karnataka Workers Seek Relief from Scorching Heat with Revised Timings
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Karnataka Workers Seek Relief from Scorching Heat with Revised Timings

As temperatures soar past 42°C in Karnataka, government employees and laborers across the state are calling for a change in working hours to cope with the extreme heat. The relentless summer has made it increasingly difficult for workers, particularly in rural areas, to perform their duties efficiently. This demand for revised schedules has gained momentum, […]

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Morgan Stanley plans to cut around 2,000 jobs this month
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Morgan Stanley plans to cut around 2,000 jobs this month

Morgan Stanley plans to cut around 2,000 jobs this month, following similar moves by Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Bank of America. Despite posting strong profits in late 2024, Morgan Stanley the bank is reducing its workforce by 2-3%, according to Bloomberg. The cuts will not affect financial advisers. The Wave of Job Cuts on Wall […]

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Nestlé India Debunks Viral Job Post Offering ₹5-10 LPA Salaries
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Nestlé India Debunks Viral Job Post Offering ₹5-10 LPA Salaries

A LinkedIn post claiming to offer lucrative job opportunities at Nestlé India has recently gone viral, sparking widespread attention and concern. The post advertised salaries ranging from ₹5 to ₹10 lakh per annum. It was quickly debunked by Nestlé India’s Chairman and Managing Director, Suresh Narayanan. In a strongly worded statement, Narayanan labeled the advertisement […]

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Nationwide Strike on May 20 Against Labour Codes and Privatization
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Nationwide Strike on May 20 Against Labour Codes and Privatization

To address growing concerns over labour codes, worker’s rights and privatization, several central trade unions and independent sectoral federations have called for a nationwide strike on May 20, 2025. This decision was announced during the National Convention of Workers held in New Delhi on March 18, 2025. The strike is a protest against the government’s […]

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EY and NVIDIA Collaborate to Launch EY.ai Agentic Platform
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EY and NVIDIA Collaborate to Launch EY.ai Agentic Platform

Ernst & Young (EY), a global leader in professional services, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking EY.ai Agentic Platform, developed in collaboration with NVIDIA AI. This innovative platform is set to transform business operations across multiple sectors, starting with tax, risk, and finance domains. By integrating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities with human expertise, […]

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Flipkart Appoints Dhiraj Singh as Director – Employee Relations
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Flipkart Appoints Dhiraj Singh as Director – Employee Relations

Dhiraj Singh has taken on the role of Director – Employee Relations at Flipkart, one of India’s leading e-commerce platforms. Dhiraj himself announced the news through a LinkedIn post, expressing his excitement about starting this new position. With extensive experience in human resources and employee relations, Dhiraj’s appointment is expected to strengthen Flipkart’s HR strategies […]

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Canpack India Appoints Narayan Ramachandran as India HR Head
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Canpack India Appoints Narayan Ramachandran as India HR Head

Narayan Ramachandran has taken on the role of India HR Head at Canpack India Private Limited, a leading global packaging solutions provider. Narayan made the announcement himself through a LinkedIn post. In it, he expressed gratitude for the onboarding experience and shared his enthusiasm for contributing to the company’s HR function. In his LinkedIn post, […]

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