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Updated on: Feb 2025
Havells Appoints Dipesh Shah as CTO & President, CRI
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Havells Appoints Dipesh Shah as CTO & President, CRI

Havells India Ltd., a leading Fast-Moving Electrical Goods (FMEG) company, has announced the appointment of Dipesh Shah as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) & President of the Havells Center for Research & Innovation (CRI). This strategic move underscores Havells’ commitment to innovation and technology, as the company aims to accelerate its R&D investments and reinforce its […]

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Vedanta ESL Appoints Ravish Sharma as Deputy CEO & Whole-Time Director
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Vedanta ESL Appoints Ravish Sharma as Deputy CEO & Whole-Time Director

Vedanta ESL, a prominent player in the Indian metals industry, has announced the appointment of Ravish Sharma as the Deputy CEO & Whole-Time Director. Ravish brings with him over two decades of extensive experience in the metals industry, particularly in smelting operations and engineering. He has also excelled in health, safety, environment (HSE), business excellence, […]

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Blue Star Welcomes Arun Rajan as Group CHRO
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Blue Star Welcomes Arun Rajan as Group CHRO

Blue Star Limited, a leading air conditioning and commercial refrigeration company in India, has announced the appointment of Arun Rajan as its Group Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). This strategic move is expected to strengthen the company’s human resources framework and drive its talent development initiatives. Arun brings with him over two decades of extensive […]

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Infosys Reduces Q3 Bonuses Ahead of Annual Pay Hikes
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Infosys Reduces Q3 Bonuses Ahead of Annual Pay Hikes

Infosys, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has announced a reduction in performance bonuses for the third quarter ending December 2024. The company has decided to offer an average of 80% of the target bonus to its eligible employees, a decrease from the previous quarter’s payout. This decision comes ahead of the anticipated annual […]

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TCS Accused of Misusing US Visa System by Former Employees
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TCS Accused of Misusing US Visa System by Former Employees

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services provider, is facing renewed scrutiny over allegations of misusing the US visa system. Former employees have come forward with claims that the company manipulated job roles to secure L-1A manager visas, bypassing the stricter requirements of the H-1B visa program. These allegations have led to lawsuits and […]

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Infosys Delays Trainee Assessments Following Mass Layoffs
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Infosys Delays Trainee Assessments Following Mass Layoffs

Infosys, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has recently made headlines by deferring internal assessments for trainees by a week. This decision comes in the wake of significant layoffs at its Mysuru campus. There over 300 freshers were terminated after failing to clear internal assessments. The deferment aims to provide trainees with additional preparation […]

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Cognizant Hiring: Jobs for freshers, graduates, experienced people
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Cognizant Hiring: Jobs for freshers, graduates, experienced people

Cognizant in India has announced a significant hiring push in India, with 381 open positions available for freshers, graduates, and experienced professionals. A significant workforce development for Cognizant is the return of 13,000 employees, signaling strong employee engagement and retention efforts. This move reinforces the company’s ability to attract and retain top talent in a […]

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Wipro Hiring Cyber Security Architects in Kochi: Apply Now
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Wipro Hiring Cyber Security Architects in Kochi: Apply Now

Wipro Limited, a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company, has announced a significant hiring initiative aimed at computer science graduates. The company is seeking eligible and interested applicants for the position of Cyber Security Architect at their Kochi, India location. Job Role and Responsibilities The Cyber Security Architect role at Wipro […]

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Unemployment Rate Declines Slightly to 6.4% in Urban Areas
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Unemployment Rate Declines Slightly to 6.4% in Urban Areas

The unemployment rate for individuals aged 15 years and above in urban areas has dipped marginally to 6.4% in the October-December quarter of 2024, according to the latest data from the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO). This slight decrease from the previous quarter’s 6.5% reflects a steady trend in the labor market, as highlighted in […]

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Wipro Announces Multiple Walk-In Drives for Various Roles
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Wipro Announces Multiple Walk-In Drives for Various Roles

Wipro Limited, a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company, has announced a series of walk-in drives to hire fresh talent and experienced professionals for various roles. The company aims to fill positions for Associate roles, Outbound Sales Specialists, SD Analysts, and Ad Sales Executives. These walk-in drives will take place at […]

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Accenture to Acquire Staufen AG: Expands Industry 4.0 Solutions
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Accenture to Acquire Staufen AG: Expands Industry 4.0 Solutions

Accenture has announced its agreement to acquire Staufen AG, a Germany-based management consulting firm specializing in operational excellence, supply chain management, and Industry 4.0 solutions. This acquisition enhances ability of Accenture to drive digital transformation in manufacturing and supply chains, particularly for discrete manufacturing industries such as automotive, aerospace, industrial goods, and medical equipment. Staufen […]

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Deloitte Report: India’s Growing Role in Global Outsourcing
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Deloitte Report: India’s Growing Role in Global Outsourcing

A recent Deloitte report titled “The outsourcing compass: Decoding strategies of today” reveals that India’s outsourcing landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. According to the report, about 81 percent of organisations plan to increase their outsourcing efforts over the next three to five years. This shift is driven by the increasing need for technological advancements, […]

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