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Updated on: Apr 2025
TCS to Hire 42,000 Freshers, Promotes 1.1 Lakh in FY25
Hiring

TCS to Hire 42,000 Freshers, Promotes 1.1 Lakh in FY25

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services company, has announced its ambitious hiring plans for the fiscal year 2026 (FY26), aiming to onboard 42,000 trainees. This move comes on the heels of a similar hiring spree in FY25, during which the company also rolled out an impressive 1.1 lakh promotions, showcasing its commitment to […]

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EY Scholarship 2025 For Indian Students: ₹1 Lakh and Internship
Hiring

EY Scholarship 2025 For Indian Students: ₹1 Lakh and Internship

EY Scholarship 2025 program is a prestigious initiative by Ernst & Young (EY) aimed at recognizing and rewarding students with exceptional entrepreneurial spirit. Open to undergraduate students across India, the program offers a unique blend of financial support, professional exposure, and skill development. With a scholarship prize of ₹1 lakh and a two-month internship at […]

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AXISCADES Appoints New Leaders to Drive Growth in Aerospace and ESAI
Appointments

AXISCADES Appoints New Leaders to Drive Growth in Aerospace and ESAI

AXISCADES Technologies Limited, a leading provider of end-to-end technology and engineering solutions, has announced the appointment of KP Mohanakrishnan as Deputy CEO & President – Aerospace and D Murali Krishnan as Chief Operating Officer & President – ESAI. The Board of Directors approved these leadership changes on April 9, 2025. This marks a significant milestone […]

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Deloitte is Transforming the Future of Work with New AI-Powered Solutions
Industry

Deloitte is Transforming the Future of Work with New AI-Powered Solutions

Deloitte announced the expansion of its alliances with Google Cloud and ServiceNow to enable clients to rapidly scale their agentic AI capabilities, helping to build the enterprises of the future. As part of this expansion, Deloitte is introducing a suite of over 100 ready-to-deploy agents, powered by Google’s Gemini models and Agentspace, to transform customer […]

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EPFO Allows Demand Drafts for Past Dues to Resolve Technical Issues
EPFO

EPFO Allows Demand Drafts for Past Dues to Resolve Technical Issues

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced a significant policy change, allowing employers to make one-time payments of past dues via demand drafts. This decision comes in response to technical glitches and delays in the Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) system, which have hindered timely deposit of EPF contributions. The move aims to address employer concerns while […]

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Internship Tsunami in India: The New Gateway to Jobs & Big Pay
Employment

Internship Tsunami in India: The New Gateway to Jobs & Big Pay

India has seen a remarkable surge in internship opportunities, with postings doubling over the past three years, according to a recent report by Indeed. The report highlights that internships are becoming a strategic priority for organisations aiming to equip young professionals with practical, industry-relevant skills. Between February 2022 and February 2025, internship listings rose by […]

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Odisha Increases DA for State Employees and Pensioners by 2%
Compensation

Odisha Increases DA for State Employees and Pensioners by 2%

Odisha government has announced a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state employees and pensioners. This decision, effective retrospectively from January 1, 2025, was declared by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on April 11, 2025. The hike raises the DA from 53% to 55%, benefiting approximately 8.5 lakh individuals across the state. The revised […]

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BluSmart Faces Setbacks With Salary Delays and Leadership Exits
Industry

BluSmart Faces Setbacks With Salary Delays and Leadership Exits

BluSmart Mobility, India’s first all-electric ride-hailing service, is grappling with significant financial challenges. The company, which operates in major cities like Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, has delayed March salary payments and witnessed a series of high-profile leadership exits. These developments have raised concerns about BluSmart’s financial stability and its ability to sustain operations in […]

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Multiples-Backed QBurst Appoints Arun Kumar Ramchandran “Rak” as CEO
Appointments

Multiples-Backed QBurst Appoints Arun Kumar Ramchandran “Rak” as CEO

QBurst, a global digital engineering and consulting company, has announced the appointment of Arun Kumar Ramchandran, popularly known as “Rak,” as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This leadership change comes at a crucial time for QBurst. It follows a significant investment of approximately USD 200 million by Multiples Alternate Asset Management, which recently acquired […]

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From Side Jobs to Substance Use: Rising Trend of Workplace Monitoring
Employment

From Side Jobs to Substance Use: Rising Trend of Workplace Monitoring

In a rapidly evolving corporate landscape, companies are intensifying their scrutiny of employees’ side hustles, substance use, and past records. This shift is driven by the rise of remote work, heightened regulatory requirements, and an increased focus on risk management. Background verification firms have reported a significant surge in demand for checks related to double […]

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Google Cuts Jobs in Android and Pixel Group
Layoffs

Google Cuts Jobs in Android and Pixel Group

Alphabet’s Google has laid off hundreds of employees from its Platforms and Devices division, which oversees key products such as Android software, Pixel smartphones, and the Chrome browser. The layoffs follow a voluntary exit program that was offered earlier this year. Google Layoffs: Scope and Context The Platforms and Devices division was created after merging […]

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Microsoft Layoffs: The ‘Amazon and Google Angle’ Explained
Industry

Microsoft Layoffs: The ‘Amazon and Google Angle’ Explained

Microsoft is reportedly preparing for another round of job cuts, potentially as early as May 2025. The layoffs are anticipated to focus on middle management and non-technical roles. This aligns with restructuring strategies recently implemented by tech giants Amazon and Google. This report delves into the details of Microsoft’s upcoming layoffs, the rationale behind them, […]

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