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Updated on: Mar 2025
Trump’s Return-to-Office Mandate Sparks Chaos
Work Model

Trump’s Return-to-Office Mandate Sparks Chaos

President Donald Trump’s January 20, 2025, order mandated hundreds of thousands of federal employees full-time Return-to-Office, ending remote arrangements established during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, many returned to unprepared workplaces, facing dire conditions. At NASA headquarters in Washington, employees encountered cockroach infestations and worked in chairs without desks, according to two insiders. Across eight agencies, […]

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PwC Faces Record Partner Exits and Apprenticeship Scheme Suspension
Industry

PwC Faces Record Partner Exits and Apprenticeship Scheme Suspension

PwC, one of the Big Four accounting firms, is facing significant challenges as it grapples with a record number of partner exits and the suspension of its flagship technology apprenticeship scheme. These developments come amidst a broader slowdown in the consulting sector, forcing the firm to implement cost-saving measures to protect its profit margins. The […]

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Mega Walk-in Drive for IT Hiring on March 22, 2025 at Delhi/NCR
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Mega Walk-in Drive for IT Hiring on March 22, 2025 at Delhi/NCR

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) will conduct a walk-in recruitment drive on March 22, 2025, in Delhi/NCR across various domains in IT Hiring. This IT hiring is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to enhance their careers in SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, and Pega technologies. Interested candidates with relevant experience can attend the walk-in drive at the […]

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LTIMindtree Appoints Nachiket Deshpande as President and Executive Board Member
Appointments

LTIMindtree Appoints Nachiket Deshpande as President and Executive Board Member

LTIMindtree has appointed Nachiket Deshpande as President and Executive Board Member. He takes over from Sudhir Chaturvedi, who recently stepped down. Before this, Nachiket worked as Chief Operating Officer at LTIMindtree for nearly 2.5 years and played a key role in strengthening operations, improving processes, and enhancing customer satisfaction. His leadership has been marked by […]

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Infosys rolls out 5% to 8% salary hike after 4 years: Report
Compensation

Infosys rolls out 5% to 8% salary hike after 4 years: Report

India’s second largest IT giant, Infosys has announced an average salary hike of 5% to 8% after a four-years gap. Infosys has started giving performance-based salary hikes, ranging from 5% to 8%, for employees at Job Level 5 (up to team leaders) and Job Level 6 (managers below vice presidents). Salary Increases by Performance Rating […]

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Infosys Trainee Evaluation Postponed to March 18 After Layoff Criticism
Industry

Infosys Trainee Evaluation Postponed to March 18 After Layoff Criticism

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services company, has announced that it will conduct its trainee assessment on March 18, 2025, following an indefinite postponement last month. The Generic FA2 is a critical evaluation for trainee engineers. It applies to those who were onboarded between October and November 2024. This decision comes amidst growing scrutiny over the […]

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Deloitte in India is Hiring for 650 Positions; HR, Finance and Tech Jobs
Hiring

Deloitte in India is Hiring for 650 Positions; HR, Finance and Tech Jobs

Deloitte, one of the world’s leading professional services firms, is expanding its workforce in India and is currently hiring for various roles across multiple locations. The company is offering opportunities in diverse fields such as HR, Talent Development, Growth Development, Marketing Excellence, Product Management, Webform Analytics, Finance, and Client Account Management, among others. Deloitte’s focus […]

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Lockton India Appoints Anand Kaul as MD – Transactional Lines
Appointments

Lockton India Appoints Anand Kaul as MD – Transactional Lines

Lockton India, a key player in the insurance broking and risk management space, has announced a pivotal addition to its leadership team. Anand Kaul has been appointed as Managing Director – Transactional Lines, bringing with him a wealth of experience and industry expertise. With this strategic move, Lockton India aims to solidify its position as […]

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Intel Corporation has Announced the Appointment of New CEO
Appointments

Intel Corporation has Announced the Appointment of New CEO

Intel Corporation has announced the appointment of Lip-Bu Tan as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 18. Tan, a distinguished technology leader with extensive semiconductor industry experience, will succeed Interim Co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle (MJ) Johnston Holthaus. He will also rejoin Intel board of directors, having previously stepped down in August 2024. Zinsner […]

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Ministry of Corporate Affairs Extends PM Internship Scheme 2025
Employment

Ministry of Corporate Affairs Extends PM Internship Scheme 2025

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the registration deadline for the PM Internship Scheme 2025. The last date to apply is now March 31, 2025. Interested candidates can register through the official PM Internship website at pminternship.mca.gov.in. The official website states: “The internship application round has been extended until March 31st. Register, create […]

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TCS Appoints Sudeep Kunnumal as Chief Human Resource Officer
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TCS Appoints Sudeep Kunnumal as Chief Human Resource Officer

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has appointed Sudeep Kunnumal as its Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), effective March 14, 2025. Kunnumal succeeds Milind Lakkad, who is stepping down upon his superannuation. Lakkad will continue in his role until September 2025 to ensure a smooth transition. He had been serving on a two-year […]

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Infosys Walk-in Drive on March 14,18 and 19, Register Here
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Infosys Walk-in Drive on March 14,18 and 19, Register Here

Infosys invites talented professionals and freshers to its exclusive Walk-in Drive at many locations in March 2025. This is a great opportunity to join a global leader and advance your career. Below are details. SAP – API/FICO/ABAP HANA/PP&QM/FT Infosys is hiring experienced professionals specializing in SAP API, FICO, ABAP on HANA, PP&QM, and FT. Candidates […]

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