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Updated on: Jan 2025

Hiring

EY Hiring jobs including entry-level roles in India

Jan 22, 2025

Semicon India Scheme Boosts Employment with , Jobs

In a significant move to boost employment and strengthen Indias position in the global semico...

Survey & Report

Jan 22, 2025

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Bank of Baroda Promotes Gender Parity with All-Women Branches

Bank of Baroda BoB, one of Indias leading public sector banks, has announced the launch of five a...

Industry

Jan 22, 2025

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Walmart IDC Appoints Priya Cherian as Head- HR

Walmart India Development Centre IDC has appointed Priya Cherian as its new Head of Human Resource...

Appointments

Jan 22, 2025

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Appointments

Reliance Power Appoints Neeraj Parakh as Chief Executive Officer

Reliance Power has appointed Neeraj Parakh as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately. This appointment is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its leadership team and drive future growth. Neeraj Parakh brings extensive experience in project management, operations, and regulatory compliance to his new role. He joined the Reliance Group in June […]

Jan 22, 2025

Employment

Maha Kumbh 2025: 12 Lakh Gig Jobs Expected Across Sectors

The ongoing Maha Kumbh, which commenced on January 13 and will conclude on February 26, is expected to generate 12 lakh gig and temporary jobs across various sectors, according to NLB Services. This historic congregation will host 400 million devotees, making it one of the largest spiritual gatherings in the world. Maha Kumbh 2025: Gig […]

Jan 22, 2025

Appointments

Walmart Faces Complaints Over Dunzo Founder’s Role at Flipkart

Walmart is currently under scrutiny following a complaint letter from former Dunzo employees. The letter concerns the appointment of Dunzo founder Kabeer Biswas as the head of Flipkart’s quick-commerce division, Flipkart Minutes. Kabeer Biswas, who co-founded Dunzo in 2014, recently joined Flipkart to lead its newly launched quick-commerce segment. However, his appointment has raised concerns […]

Jan 22, 2025

Jobs

Central Govt to Mandate Job Vacancy Notification by Private Firms

Central Government is considering a significant shift in employment regulations by mandating private companies to notify job vacancies. This move aims to enhance transparency and streamline the job recruitment process in India. In addition to the Social Securities Act, the Centre is also drafting a Private Placements Act to regulate placement agencies. This act will […]

Jan 22, 2025

Employment

PM Internship Scheme Enters Phase 2 with 220 New Companies

The Corporate Affairs Ministry has initiated the second phase of the PM Internship Scheme, engaging 220 additional companies. This phase follows the success of the first phase, which saw 280 companies providing 127,000 internships, surpassing the initial target. PM Internship Scheme: Overview Phase One & Phase Two In the first phase, 280 out of the […]

Jan 22, 2025

Hiring

LTIMindtree Expands Workforce: Over 600 Job Openings in India

LTIMindtree, a leading IT services company, is currently on an ambitious hiring drive in India. Recently, the company launched IVDP in Balarampur, West Bengal, which is known for its tribal population and unique development needs. Job Openings at LTIMindtree The company is actively recruiting for a wide range of positions, including Presentation Specialist, Associate Director, […]

Jan 21, 2025

Hiring

Capgemini Off-Campus Drive, Explore Over 1200 Jobs in India

IT giant, Capgemini is conducting an off-campus drive to fill over 1200 job openings across India. These opportunities are available for both experienced professionals and recent graduates, with 250 positions specifically allocated for entry-level candidates. Opportunities for Experienced Professionals Capgemini is looking for experienced individuals skilled in Generative AI, Machine Learning, NLP, software development, data […]

Jan 21, 2025

Survey & Report

Analytical Thinking: The Top Skill for 2025 According to Employers

A recent report by the World Economic Forum (WEF) has revealed that 69% of employers believe analytical thinking is the most crucial skill for the workforce in 2025. This finding underscores the growing importance of data-driven decision-making and critical problem-solving in today’s rapidly evolving job market. Importance of Analytical Thinking as a Key Skill Analytical […]

Jan 21, 2025

Partnership

DPIIT and Apna to Create Job Opportunities for Young Job Seekers

Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Apna, a professional networking platform, to enhance talent acquisition for DPIIT-registered startups. This collaboration aims to address hiring challenges and create job opportunities for young individuals while strengthening the startup ecosystem. DPIIT – Apna Partnership: Details, Objectives […]

Jan 21, 2025

Partnership

Airtel, Bajaj Finance Launch Strategic Partnership for Financial Services

Bharti Airtel, one of India’s largest telecom service providers, has announced a strategic partnership with Bajaj Finance. Bajaj Finance is the country’s largest private-sector Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), and together they aim to create one of India’s largest digital platforms for financial services. This collaboration aims to transform the last-mile delivery of financial services and […]

Jan 21, 2025

Social Media

BharatPe CEO Stresses Work Quality Over Long Hours

In the midst of a heated debate over the feasibility and ethics of a 90-hour work week in corporate India, BharatPe CEO Nalin Negi has voiced his opinion, emphasizing that work quality matters more than the number of hours clocked in. His comments come as a response to remarks by L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan, who […]

Jan 21, 2025

EPFO

EPFO Sets New Deadlines for Higher Pension Cases Processing

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has raised concerns about delays in processing pension applications for higher wages under the Employees’ Pension Scheme. Central Provident Fund Commissioner Ramesh Krishnamurthi emphasized the urgency of addressing these delays, particularly given the Supreme Court’s timeline for completing the process. Despite multiple guidelines issued to streamline the process, progress […]

Jan 21, 2025