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Updated on: Mar 2025
SitusAMC Appoints Sharmilaa Thakur as People and Culture Head-India
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SitusAMC Appoints Sharmilaa Thakur as People and Culture Head-India

SitusAMC, a global leader in providing innovative solutions for the real estate finance industry, has appointed Sharmilaa Thakur as the People and Culture Head for its India operations. This strategic move highlights the company’s commitment to fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture as it continues to expand its presence in the region. Vision for […]

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PwC, KPMG, EY and Deloitte Employees Fear Job Cuts
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PwC, KPMG, EY and Deloitte Employees Fear Job Cuts

Big Four accounting firms—Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Ernst & Young (EY), and KPMG—are grappling with significant workforce challenges as fears of job cuts loom large. These concerns have been fueled by a combination of economic uncertainties, evolving client demands, and a slowdown in the consulting market. Employees across various levels, from associates to senior consultants, are […]

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EPFO Retains 8.25% Interest Rate Amid Pension Hike Demands
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EPFO Retains 8.25% Interest Rate Amid Pension Hike Demands

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced that the interest rate on provident fund (PF) deposits will remain at 8.25% for the financial year 2024-25. This decision, made during the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) meeting on February 28, 2025, is expected to benefit over 70 million EPFO subscribers. Alongside this announcement, the CBT also […]

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IT Minister Challenges TCS, Infosys, and Wipro to Lead India’s Tech Revolution
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IT Minister Challenges TCS, Infosys, and Wipro to Lead India’s Tech Revolution

Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has issued a clarion call to India’s leading IT giants—TCS, Infosys, and Wipro—to transition from being service providers to becoming product innovators. Speaking at the 32nd ICT Business Awards & DQ Digital Leadership Conclave, organized by Dataquest India, the minister emphasized the need for India to establish itself as a […]

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EPFO New Rules: Minimum Insurance Payout for Short Service Tenure
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EPFO New Rules: Minimum Insurance Payout for Short Service Tenure

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced significant amendments to Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) scheme, aimed at strengthening financial security for the families of deceased EPF members. These changes were approved during the 237th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) on February 28, 2025. They are expected to benefit thousands of families […]

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IT Unions Fight Against Extended Working Hours and Unpaid Overtime
Industry

IT Unions Fight Against Extended Working Hours and Unpaid Overtime

In recent months, the Indian Information Technology (IT) sector has been at the center of a significant labor movement, as employees and unions intensify their demands to curtail increasing working hours and eliminate unpaid overtime. This surge in activism underscores a growing concern over work-life balance, employee well-being, and the enforcement of labor rights within […]

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Government Pushes for Gig Worker Registration on e-Shram Portal
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Government Pushes for Gig Worker Registration on e-Shram Portal

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a call to action for platform workers across India, urging them to register on the e-Shram portal. This initiative aims to provide formal recognition to gig and platform workers while granting them access to healthcare benefits under the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY). Growing Gig […]

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JioStar Announces 600 Job Cuts in Post-Merger Restructuring
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JioStar Announces 600 Job Cuts in Post-Merger Restructuring

JioStar, the newly formed joint venture between Reliance Industries’ Viacom18 and Disney’s Star India, has announced plans to cut 600 jobs as part of its post-merger workforce restructuring. This move comes in the wake of the merger, which created India’s largest media and entertainment company, valued at ₹70,352 crore. The layoffs aim to streamline operations, […]

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TCS Walk-in Drive on March 11 & 15, Details Inside
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TCS Walk-in Drive on March 11 & 15, Details Inside

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is conducting walk-in interviews for two roles: Procurement Associate in Nagpur and Azure Data Engineer in Hyderabad. These opportunities are for experienced professionals looking to grow in procurement operations and cloud technology. Attend the interviews on 11th March (Nagpur) and 15th March (Hyderabad) to explore exciting career prospects. TCS Walk-in Drive […]

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Meta Faces Backlash Over Alleged Blacklisting Former Employees
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Meta Faces Backlash Over Alleged Blacklisting Former Employees

Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has come under scrutiny for reportedly maintaining internal “Do Not Rehire” lists. These lists, which bar certain former employees from returning to the company, have sparked debates about transparency, fairness, and the broader implications for corporate hiring practices. Emergence of ‘Do Not Rehire’ Lists […]

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Eagle Trans Group Names Mayank Misra as Head – HR
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Eagle Trans Group Names Mayank Misra as Head – HR

Eagle Trans Group, a prominent name in the logistics and shipping industry, has appointed Mayank Misra as its Head – Human Resources. The announcement was made by Mayank himself on his LinkedIn profile, where he expressed his enthusiasm for the new role. He stated, “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as […]

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L&T Announces One-Day Paid Menstrual Leave, Benefiting 5,000 Women Employees
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L&T Announces One-Day Paid Menstrual Leave, Benefiting 5,000 Women Employees

Larsen & Toubro (L&T), the engineering, procurement, and construction giant, has announced a one-day paid menstrual leave for its women employees. The initiative unveiled a day ahead of International Women’s Day, is expected to benefit around 5,000 women employees within the company. The decision, however, is limited to employees of the parent company and does […]

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