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Rise of the AI Co-Worker Reshaping the Tech Workplace

The integration of Agentic AI is fundamentally transforming the modern tech workplace, shifting empl...

Employment

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Wipro Moves to Clear Hiring Backlog with New Full-Time Offers

Wipro has initiated a significant outreach program to onboard campus recruits who have been waiting ...

TVS Motor Appoints Madhu Srivastava as President Group Head HR

TVS Motor Company, Indias third-largest two-wheeler manufacturer and a leading global automotive pl...

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Jobs

Why Google is Shifting High-Value Engineering to India

As the United States intensifies its scrutiny of the H-1B visa program, Google is reportedly architecting a strategic “India plan” to mitigate potential talent disruptions. The tech giant is exploring ways to shift critical roles and high-level engineering projects to its Indian hubs, ensuring that a more restrictive U.S. immigration policy does not stall its […]

Employment

VSSC (ISRO) Internships for April–June 2026; Apply by Feb 15

The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), part of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has shared details of its internships for the academic session from 1 April to 30 June 2026. The program is open to eligible science and technology students from recognized universities who want hands-on work experience in India’s space research sector. About […]

Cognizant to Onboard 25,000 Freshers in 2026 Amid AI Push

Cognizant Technology Solutions has announced an ambitious recruitment plan to hire between 24,000 and 25,000 freshers in 2026. This initiative marks a significant 20% increase from its 2025 intake of approximately 20,000 graduates. The move signals a major strategic pivot as the company seeks to build a “broader talent pyramid” where early-career professionals, empowered by […]

Survey & Report

Survey Suggests Gen X and Millennials are Disengaging from Work

A new survey from the professional community app Blind has debunked the myth that “quiet quitting” and disengagement are exclusive to Gen Z. The study, conducted in late January 2026 among 1,677 Indian professionals, reveals that workers across all age groups—from Boomers to Gen Z—react to toxic workplaces with remarkably similar patterns of disengagement and burnout. The […]

Colliers India Appoints Rajani Patel as Associate Director – People & Performance

Colliers, a leading real estate services firm, has appointed Rajani Patel as Associate Director – People & Performance, India. Welcoming her, the company said it is pleased to have Rajani Patel join the team. She brings strong experience in HR leadership and a clear focus on aligning people plans with business goals. In her new […]

Kotak Mahindra Bank is Hiring 500 Engineers to Rival Big Tech

Kotak Mahindra Bank has launched a major recruitment drive to hire 500 software engineers, signaling a fundamental shift in its corporate identity. The private sector lender aims to transform itself into a “technology company with a banking license,” prioritizing in-house engineering over traditional outsourcing to gain a competitive edge in India’s digital-first financial landscape. Kotak […]

Dassault Reliance Aerospace Appoints Mamita Bhattacharjee as GM – HR & Admin

Dassault Reliance Aerospace Ltd (DRAL) has named Mamita Bhattacharjee as General Manager – HR & Administration, effective February 2026. She will be based at the company’s Nagpur manufacturing plant in Maharashtra and will oversee people management, administration, and compliance as the company grows its aerospace manufacturing operations in India. Extensive Experience and Expertise Mamita has […]

Compensation

Cognizant Rewards 350,000 Employees with 100% Bonus

Cognizant Technology Solutions has announced a 100% discretionary bonus payout for its global workforce of over 350,000 employees. The decision follows a stellar financial performance in 2025, where the IT giant surpassed its own growth estimates and achieved critical strategic milestones ahead of schedule. Cognizant Entering the “Winner’s Circle” Early CEO Ravi Kumar S informed […]

Bank of America elevates Vivek Menon as VP – Talent Acquisition

Bank of America, one of the world’s largest financial institutions has promoted Vivek Menon to Vice President – Talent Acquisition, effective February 2026. In this role, he will support hiring across India for finance, capital markets, and global operations, while strengthening the employer brand, leadership pipeline, and long-term hiring plans in India. Expertise and Extensive […]

How AI is Helping Cognizant Hire More Graduates

Cognizant Technology Solutions has announced that the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its internal workflows has led to a significant surge in operational productivity. This efficiency gain is fundamentally reshaping the company’s recruitment strategy, leading to a renewed focus on large-scale fresher hiring to support its expanding digital project pipeline. Cognizant AI-Driven Efficiency Gains […]

Layoffs

Maersk Layoffs 2026: Shipping Giant Cuts 1,000 Jobs

Shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk has announced a significant workforce reduction of 1,000 positions following a sharp decline in quarterly profits. The Danish logistics leader is grappling with a volatile freight market characterized by overcapacity and fluctuating demand, forcing a tightening of operational expenses to maintain its financial stability. Financial Downturn and Market Pressures The decision […]