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EY India Hiring Over , People, Including Entry-Level Jobs

EY Ernst amp Young, one of the Big Four consulting firms, is expanding its workfor...

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Michael Page India Appoints Nilay Khandelwal as Senior MD

Michael Page India, part of the globally renowned PageGroup, has announced the appointment of Nilay ...

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HCLTech Strengthens Leadership Arjun A. Sethi Appointed

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced the appointment of Arjun A. Sethi as C...

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Industry

Amazon Confirms Employee Data Hacked in 2023 MOVEit Breach

Amazon has confirmed that a massive data breach has compromised employee information, marking the largest cyberattack of 2023. The breach, which occurred in May 2023, involved data stolen from a third-party vendor and has affected millions of employees worldwide. The MOVEit Breach and Response from Amazon The cyberattack exploited a zero-day vulnerability in the MOVEit […]

Air India Group Announces Leadership Changes Ahead of Merger

The Air India Group has announced a series of significant leadership changes as part of its merger with Vistara. These changes will come in effect on November 12, 2024. The merger, is one of the most complex in aviation history. It aims to consolidate the Tata Group’s airline business and create a stronger, unified entity. […]

NCR Voyix Appoints Natasha K as Executive Director – HR

NCR Voyix, a global provider of digital commerce solutions for the retail and restaurant industries, has appointed Natasha K as its new Executive Director of Human Resources for India, effective immediately. Natasha K brings a wealth of HR expertise, having worked in organizations such as SAP, Sapient, Fiserv, and AstraZeneca. Her extensive 15-year career encompasses […]

KP Group Appoints Dr. Alok Das as Group CEO

KP Group has announced the appointment of Dr. Alok Das as its Group Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Alok brings over 30 years of experience in the renewable energy sector. He specializes in wind, solar, hybrid energy systems, green hydrogen, and ammonia, including offshore technologies. Leading Renewable Energy Projects at KP Group Chairman & Managing […]

Semiconductor Sector to Drive 1 Million Job Creation in India

Recent report by talent solutions company NLB Services projects that India’s semiconductor sector will create 1 million jobs by 2026. However, the report also highlights a significant challenge: a talent shortage that necessitates upskilling. A shortage of reskilling programs to bridge the gap and support the industry’s growth. Government Initiatives and Private Investments The Indian […]

TCS Mega Walk-in Drive Across 5 Cities in India: Details Inside

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services provider, is set to host a major walk-in recruitment drive on November 16, 2024. This nationwide event will be held across key cities including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai, and Pune, offering a wide array of job opportunities for professionals across various technical roles. The recruitment drive is […]

EPFO

How to Check Your EPF Balance

Employee Provident Fund (EPF) is a valuable savings tool for employees. Contributions aim to ensure future financial security. In EPF accounts, both employees and employers contribute 12% of the employee’s salary each month. Staying updated on your Provident Fund (PF) balance is essential for effective financial planning. To check your EPF balance, ensure your Universal […]

Swiggy Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments

Swiggy, the leading food and grocery delivery platform, has announced the expansion of its leadership team with two key appointments. These appointments are aimed at strengthening operations and execution across its food delivery and quick commerce verticals. The company has appointed Shalabh Shrivastava as Senior Vice President of Driver Org and Hari Kumar G as […]

Social Media

Zoho Founder Criticizes Freshworks’ Layoffs, Calls It ‘Naked Greed’

In a scathing critique, Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has condemned Freshworks for its recent layoffs and stock buyback plan, calling it “naked greed.” Sridhar, who did not explicitly name Freshworks in his post on X (formerly Twitter), criticized the company for laying off 660 employees despite having $1 billion in cash reserves and a 20% […]

WPP Expands Chennai Campus, Aims for 2,000-3,000 Employees

WPP, the parent company of advertising agencies such as GroupM and Ogilvy, has announced plans to significantly expand its presence in India by doubling the staff at its newly opened Centre of Excellence (COE) in Chennai by mid-2025. The company aims to grow its Chennai tech hub from 330 employees initially to about 650 by […]

Merger & Acquisition

Air India Pilots Seek Fair Retirement Age in Vistara Merger

As the merger between Vistara and Air India approaches, a section of Air India pilots has expressed dissatisfaction over the differing retirement age limits between the two Tata Group-owned airlines. The retirement age for pilots at the aviation company is 58 years, while at Vistara, it is 60 years. This discrepancy has led to growing […]

Hiring

India Inc Strategic Hiring of Expats for Project-Based Roles

India Inc. across various sectors are increasingly hiring expatriates for short-term assignments to address talent shortages and gain specialized expertise. These assignments, typically lasting six months to two years, attract highly skilled professionals seeking project-based work or technical leadership roles, particularly in industries like manufacturing, life sciences, and renewable energy. India Inc. Growing Trend of […]