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Updated on: Sep 2024

Employment

Accenture CEO Julie Sweet Announces Hiring Primarily in India

Sep 28, 2024

Zomato Co-Founder Akriti Chopra Resigns After Years

In a significant development, Akriti Chopra, one of the co-founders of Zomato, has stepped down from...

C-Suite Move

Sep 28, 2024

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Cisco is Generating Jobs at its Chennai Manufacturing Facility

On a bright Friday morning, global networking giant Cisco took a significant step towards strengthen...

Employment

Sep 27, 2024

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Ambak Bolsters Leadership Team with New CHRO, Pooja Dudani

Ambak, a fintech marketplace for home finance, has made a significant leadership move by appointing ...

Appointments

Sep 27, 2024

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Work Model

Dell Requires Global Sales Team to Adopt Full In-Office Workweek

Dell Technologies has mandated that its global sales team members who are capable of working from company offices must do so five days a week, starting September 30. This move comes as part of Dell’s efforts to foster a more collaborative work environment. The company aims to enhance the professional development of its sales force. […]

Sep 27, 2024

Employment

Animation Giant DNEG to Hire 300 Employees for India Expansion

DNEG, the British-Indian visual effects and animation powerhouse, has set its sights on India for significant expansion. The company plans to hire 300 new employees in its animation unit, aiming to establish India as a major animation hub. With existing production facilities in Chennai, Bangalore, and Mumbai, DNEG is poised to make a substantial impact […]

Sep 27, 2024

Demise

EY Worker Death Sparks Reforms; Fixing Toxic Work Cultures

The sudden demise of Anna Sebastian Perayil, a 26-year-old chartered accountant working at SR Batliboi & Co (a member firm of EY Global), has sent shockwaves through the corporate world. Anna’s tragic death, attributed to overwork and intolerable stress, has prompted the Big Four audit firms—Deloitte, EY, KPMG, and PwC—to reevaluate their work culture and […]

Sep 27, 2024

Appointments

D-Wave Quantum Inc. Appoints Sophie Ames as EVP & CHRO

D-Wave Quantum Inc., a global leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, has made a significant addition to its executive leadership team. The company announced the appointment of Sophie Ames as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Sophie brings over 25 years of experience in human resources, having held key leadership roles in both public […]

Sep 27, 2024

Employment

Tech Mahindra Walk-In Drive Up to Sept 30; Details Inside

Tech Mahindra, an IT giant, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Technical Support Associates. This exciting opportunity is open to both freshers and experienced candidates, providing a platform for growth and career advancement in the IT Services & Consulting industry. Key Qualifications Job Details Walk-in Drive Location This is a work-from-office position […]

Sep 27, 2024

Employment

Ministry of Labour and Amazon Collaborate to Boost Job Prospects

In a landmark move aimed at enhancing employment opportunities in India, the Ministry of Labour and Employment (MoL&E) and Amazon recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The signing ceremony took place in New Delhi and was attended by Union Minister of Labour and Employment and Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, and Union Minister […]

Sep 27, 2024

Hiring

TCS Organizing Mega Walk-in Drive at Multiple Locations on Sept 28

India’s Largest IT Services Provider, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is organizing a Mega Walk-in Drive on September 28 across five major cities: Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Noida. This hiring event is expected to attract many job aspirants across various domains. TCS is known for offering opportunities in diverse fields such as IT services, consulting, and […]

Sep 26, 2024

Appointments

McAfee Welcomes Justin Hastings as Chief People Officer

McAfee, a global leader in online protection, has made a significant addition to its executive team. On September 25, 2024, the company announced the appointment of Justin Hastings as Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer. This strategic move underscores McAfee’s commitment to fostering a thriving workplace culture and ensuring that its human resources practices align with its mission […]

Sep 26, 2024

Appointments

Zeta Welcomes Shubhayu Sengupta as Chief People Officer

Zeta, a global provider of next-gen banking technology to financial institutions, has made a significant leadership appointment. Shubhayu Sengupta, an industry veteran with an impressive track record, has taken on the role of Chief People Officer (CPO) at Zeta. This move underscores the company’s commitment to nurturing its talent and fostering a thriving organizational culture. […]

Sep 26, 2024

Appointments

Max Life Insurance Elevates Richa Singh as VP- HR, LDP and DEI

Max Life Insurance, a leading Indian insurance company, has elevated Richa Singh to Vice President HR- Leadership Development & DEI. Richa, an accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in Learning and Development, before this most recently she was working as Vice President HR- DEI and CSR. Max Life Insurance: Significance of HR Leadership […]

Sep 26, 2024

Employment

IBM Senior Talent Takes the Hit Amid Silent Layoff Strategy

In a surprising turn of events, technology giant IBM has quietly initiated a significant round of layoffs, impacting thousands of employees across its global workforce. The company’s attempt to keep this restructuring under wraps has raised eyebrows and fueled speculation. Silent Layoffs at IBM Reports suggest that IBM has been systematically letting go of employees, […]

Sep 26, 2024

EPFO

ELI Scheme; Labour Ministry Pushes for Youth Employment

Labour Secretary, Sumita Dawra, convened a crucial meeting with EPFO officials to discuss the implementation of the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme. The ELI Scheme, announced in the Union Budget 2024-25, seeks to facilitate employment for 41 million young individuals over the next five years, with a central outlay of Rs 2 lakh crore. ELI […]

Sep 26, 2024