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Updated on: Jan 2025
PwC India Hiring 7600+ Job Openings; Application Details Inside
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PwC India Hiring 7600+ Job Openings; Application Details Inside

PwC, one of the world’s leading professional services networks, is on a major hiring spree in India, with over 7600 job openings across various roles. This report delves into the prominent job openings, company culture, hiring trends, latest developments, and company headcount, providing a comprehensive overview of PwC’s recruitment scope in 2025. Prominent Job Openings […]

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Amber Connect Sets Up Major Innovation Hub in Coimbatore
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Amber Connect Sets Up Major Innovation Hub in Coimbatore

Amber Connect, a global leader in vehicle tracking and telematics solutions, is set to open a 4,000-seat Innovation Centre in Coimbatore, India. This expansion is part of the company’s strategic plan to enhance its operations and tap into India’s growing market for advanced telematics solutions. Amber Connect is a subsidiary of the Jamaica-headquartered Amber Group, […]

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Stripe Lays Off 300 Employees, Eyes 17% Workforce Increase by 2025
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Stripe Lays Off 300 Employees, Eyes 17% Workforce Increase by 2025

Stripe, the leading fintech company specializing in payment processing for online businesses, has announced a reduction of its workforce by 300 employees. The layoffs, which primarily affected roles in product, engineering, and operations, were part of an organizational review aimed at ensuring the right talent is in place to achieve the company’s objectives. Stripe: Organizational […]

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Employers Opt Non-Local Talent, Candidates Hesitate to Relocate
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Employers Opt Non-Local Talent, Candidates Hesitate to Relocate

A recent survey by WorkIndia has revealed a significant gap between employer willingness to hire non-local talent and candidate willingness to relocate for job opportunities. According to the report, 80% of employers are open to hiring non-local candidates, while only 28% of candidates are willing to relocate for a job. This highlights the growing need […]

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HCLTech Sets Up 5,000-Seat Facility in Hyderabad’s Hitech City
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HCLTech Sets Up 5,000-Seat Facility in Hyderabad’s Hitech City

HCLTech, a global technology company, is set to inaugurate a new 5,000-seat global delivery centre in Hyderabad’s IT hub, Hitech City. This expansion underscores HCLTech’s commitment to enhancing its global delivery footprint and providing cutting-edge solutions to its clients. HCLTech New Facility Details The new facility, spread over 3.2 lakh sq ft, will accommodate around […]

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TCS Announces Walk-In Drive at 7 Locations on 25 January 2025
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TCS Announces Walk-In Drive at 7 Locations on 25 January 2025

India’s largest IT services provider company Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is organizing Walk-in drives across the Country. Locations like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Noida, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, and Ahmedabad to fill various technical and functional roles. These opportunities are ideal for experienced professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic environment. Open Positions Locations: The […]

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India’s AI Job Market Sees 42% Surge in Two Years
Survey & Report

India’s AI Job Market Sees 42% Surge in Two Years

India’s job market has witnessed a significant transformation over the past two years, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) roles experiencing a remarkable surge. According to a recent report by Foundit Insights Tracker (FIT), AI jobs in India have increased by 42%, reaching a total of 2,53,000 positions. This growth underscores the increasing importance of artificial intelligence […]

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EPFO Membership Grows by 14.63 Lakh in November 2024
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EPFO Membership Grows by 14.63 Lakh in November 2024

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has released provisional payroll data for November 2024, revealing a net addition of 14.63 lakh members. This significant increase underscores the growing employment opportunities and heightened awareness of employee benefits in India. In November 2024, EPFO registered a net addition of 14.63 lakh members, marking a 9.07% increase compared to […]

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EY Hiring: 5900+ jobs including 441 entry-level roles in India
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EY Hiring: 5900+ jobs including 441 entry-level roles in India

EY, a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services, is set to make a significant impact on the Indian job market with its latest hiring drive. The company is offering over 5900 job opportunities including 441 entry-level jobs across various roles and locations in India. In 2025, EY has continued its trend of […]

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Semicon India Scheme Boosts Employment with 85,000 Jobs
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Semicon India Scheme Boosts Employment with 85,000 Jobs

In a significant move to boost employment and strengthen India’s position in the global semiconductor industry, the Union Finance Ministry has announced that the Semicon India Scheme is expected to create around 85,000 jobs. This initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to enhance investments, employment, and technological advancements in the electronics manufacturing sector. […]

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Bank of Baroda Promotes Gender Parity with All-Women Branches
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Bank of Baroda Promotes Gender Parity with All-Women Branches

Bank of Baroda (BoB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has announced the launch of five all-women branches under the motto “By Women, For Women” in the states of Odisha and Jharkhand. These branches, staffed entirely by women employees, are designed to create a supportive and empowering environment for both the bank’s women employees […]

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Walmart IDC Appoints Priya Cherian as Head- HR
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Walmart IDC Appoints Priya Cherian as Head- HR

Walmart India Development Centre (IDC) has appointed Priya Cherian as its new Head of Human Resources (HR), effective January 2025. In this role, Priya will lead the company’s HR strategy to drive growth and innovation across its India operations. Role at Walmart IDC In her new role at Walmart IDC, Priya will oversee critical HR […]

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