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Updated on: Dec 2024

Social Media

Greptile CEOs -Hour Workdays Spark Online Backlash

Dec 5, 2024

Mphasis Hiring Over Job Openings Across India

Mphasis, a leading global technology and IT services company, is expanding its workforce in India by...

Hiring

Dec 5, 2024

Poonawalla Fincorp to double its headcount in the next quarters

To expand its operations, Poonawalla Fincorp, under the leadership of CEO Arvind Kapil, has announce...

Hiring

Dec 5, 2024

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White Collar Hiring Up in November Key Sectors Lead Growth

According to a recent report, white-collar hiring activity saw a modest growth in November compar...

Hiring

Dec 5, 2024

Employment

Microsoft India Hiring 1,600+Jobs Across Tech and Non-Tech Roles

Microsoft Corporation, an American multinational technology conglomerate, is currently hiring for over 1,600 positions, covering both technical and non-technical roles. According to its LinkedIn Page, these opportunities span various domains and functions, expanding its operations and fostering innovation in India. Key Details About the Roles: Location and Benefits Positions are spread across cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Gurgaon, […]

Dec 5, 2024Read Story

Social Media

Zepto Employees Allege Toxic Work Culture, Founder Responds

Zepto, the quick-commerce startup co-founded by Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra, has recently been embroiled in a controversy over its alleged toxic work culture. The issue came to light following a viral Reddit post by an anonymous employee on the subreddit r/StartUpIndia. The post detailed a grueling work schedule, with employees reportedly working at least […]

Dec 5, 2024Read Story

Appointments

Bhawana Dhawan joins Knauf India as Director – Talent & Sustainability

Knauf India, a leading global manufacturer of construction materials, has appointed Bhawana Dhawan as Director – Talent & Sustainability. As Director – Talent & Sustainability, her responsibilities include overseeing talent acquisition, development, retention strategies, and promoting sustainable practices, aligning HR initiatives across the country with organizational goals. Expressing enthusiasm, the company stated, “We’re excited to […]

Dec 5, 2024Read Story

Hiring

IBM is Hiring Big in India: 6,000+ Jobs for Freshers & Experienced

IBM, a global leader in technology and innovation, is expanding its workforce in India by hiring for over 6000 roles across various levels. As per its Career Page, with the addition of over 6000 roles in India, IBM continues to strengthen its presence in the country. Job Opportunities The company is looking to fill a […]

Dec 4, 2024Read Story

Layoffs

Tech Industry Sees Massive Layoffs in 2024: 149,000+ Jobs Cut

The year 2024 has been marked by a significant wave of layoffs in the tech industry, with major companies such as Intel, Tesla, Cisco, and Microsoft cutting thousands of jobs. This trend reflects the industry’s efforts to cut costs, restructure, and adapt to changing market conditions. According to reports, nearly 150,000 tech workers have lost […]

Dec 4, 2024Read Story

Employment

Gujarat Needs 300,000 Skilled Workers for Green Hydrogen Target

The Gujarat Energy Research and Management Institute (GERMI) has highlighted a significant challenge in meeting Gujarat’s ambitious green hydrogen production target: the need for 300,000 skilled workers by 2030. This target is part of India’s broader goal to produce 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen by the same year, with Gujarat contributing 3.5 million tonnes. […]

Dec 4, 2024Read Story

Employment

TCS Walk-in Drive: Exciting Career Opportunities on Dec 6 and 7

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services provider and a global leader in IT firms, is conducting walk-in recruitment drives across multiple locations in the country. Locations include Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, Noida, etc., on December 6 and 7, 2024. This is an excellent opportunity for talented professionals to join one of the most […]

Dec 4, 2024Read Story

Appointments

Microsoft Appoints Anvesha Singh as Director – Talent Development

Microsoft has appointed Anvesha Singh as Director – Talent Development for India GEO, effective December 2024. Based at their India headquarters in Hyderabad, Anvesha will spearhead talent development initiatives, aligning with Microsoft’s mission to empower individuals and organizations to achieve more. Role and Responsibilities at Microsoft Commenting on her appointment, Anvesha Singh shared her excitement […]

Dec 4, 2024Read Story

Hiring

GCCs in India Focus on Building Talent Pool with Freshers

Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India are experiencing a significant surge in fresher and entry-level talent hiring from colleges and off-campus. They seek to boost the supply of lower-cost talent and build a robust internal talent pool to support their fast-expanding operations. GCCs Hiring Trends and Statistics GCCs have traditionally hired between 85,000 and 1,00,000 […]

Dec 4, 2024Read Story

Employment

PM Internship Scheme Struggles with Candidate Retention

PM Internship Scheme, aimed at providing internship opportunities to young Indians in top companies, has faced a rocky start with many candidates backing out after receiving offers. The pilot project, which began in November 2024, saw an initial acceptance rate of only about one-third. A significant number of candidates withdrew at the last minute. Several […]

Dec 4, 2024Read Story

Employment

Supreme Court Orders ICC Formation in All Govt Departments by 2025

The Supreme Court of India has issued a directive to ensure the implementation of Internal Complaints Committees (ICC) for addressing sexual harassment at workplaces across all government departments and undertakings. This move aims to enforce the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, more uniformly across the country. ICC Implementation: […]

Dec 4, 2024Read Story

Appointments

Fidelity International Announces Key Leadership Changes in India

Fidelity International, a leading global investment and retirement savings business, has made significant leadership changes to strengthen its capabilities in India. Rohit Jetly has been appointed to an expanded international role, leading technology and operations for the company’s Global Platform Solutions (GPS) business. Upasna Nischal, previously the Head of HR, will take on the role […]

Dec 3, 2024Read Story