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Updated on: Jul 2024

Employment

PwC Layoffs in Chinas Financial Services Audit Team

Jul 17, 2024

Microsoft Faces Backlash After Cutting DEI Team Amid Changing Priorities

In a surprising move, Microsoft recently laid off an internal team focused on diversity, equity, and...

Employment

Jul 16, 2024

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Salesforce cuts jobs in second round layoffs

Salesforce, the renowned software giant, has recently announced a second round of layoffs, affecting...

Employment

Jul 16, 2024

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Cognizant Indias Talent Hunt Job Opportunities

Cognizant, a global leader in technology consulting and services, is making waves in the Indian job ...

Employment

Jul 16, 2024

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Appointments

IndiaFirst Life Insurance Announces Key Leadership Appointments

IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Ltd (IndiaFirst Life) has recently announced the appointment of Varun Gupta as President & Chief Distribution Officer (CDO) – Bancassurance and Sumeet Sahni as President & Chief Distribution Officer (CDO) – Agency & Alliances. Rushabh Gandhi, MD & CEO of IndiaFirst Life, expressed his enthusiasm about the new additions to the […]

Jul 16, 2024

Employment

KPMG India’s Massive Recruitment Drive: 1,398+ Job Openings

KPMG India, a leading professional services firm, is on a massive hiring spree for its India offices. With over 1,398 job openings across various roles, KPMG is actively expanding its workforce to meet the demands of a dynamic and robust business. KPMG India’s recruitment drive spans multiple domains, including technology, consulting, finance, and audit. Whether you’re […]

Jul 16, 2024

Appointments

Kong Inc. appoints Gunjan Aggarwal as Chief People Officer

Gunjan Aggarwal joins Kong Inc. as Chief People Officer, bringing over three decades of extensive experience in human resources. In this new role, Gunjan will lead Kong’s global people strategy, focusing on scaling the Human Resources organization, as well as attracting and retaining top talent to support the company’s continued growth trajectory. Gunjan holds a […]

Jul 16, 2024

Compensation

EPFO Gains Strength: 27 Establishments Contribute ₹1,688 Crore

In a significant development, 27 establishments have voluntarily surrendered their exemption status over the past two years, resulting in the addition of approximately 30,000 employees to the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). These establishments have collectively contributed ₹1,688.82 crore to the EPFO fund, reinforcing the organization’s financial stability and commitment to employee welfare. Background and […]

Jul 16, 2024

Compensation

HCLTech CEO C. Vijayakumar: No Attendance-Linked Variable Pay

In a recent interview, C. Vijayakumar, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director (MD) of HCLTech, clarified the company’s stance on variable pay and attendance. Despite India’s third-largest IT services company asking employees to report to the office thrice a week or face disciplinary action, HCLTech has no intention of linking variable pay to attendance. HCLTech’s CEO […]

Jul 16, 2024

Employment

TCS Talent Surge: 40,000 New Freshers Jobs in Pipeline

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global IT services giant, is set to impact India’s job market significantly. The company has announced to hire 40,000 freshers in the current financial year, reaffirming India’s enduring appeal as a talent hub. Milind Lakkad, Chief HR Officer at TCS, highlighted India’s enduring appeal for talent amidst diverse skill requirements and geopolitical […]

Jul 16, 2024

Employment

TCS Invites Techies for Walk-in-Interview on July 20, 2024

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global IT services company, is on a hiring spree in India. With a focus on talent acquisition and growth, TCS is opening up multiple job opportunities across various roles. Here’s what you need to know: Locations How to Apply and Attend Walk-in-Interview: Click here on the LinkedIn Page or TCS Career Page. […]

Jul 15, 2024

Hiring

Salesforce, partners to create 1.8M jobs in India, Explore new roles

Salesforce, the global leader in CRM, shared insights from an IDC study, revealing the Salesforce economy’s expansion, driven by AI. The study forecasts Salesforce and its ecosystem in India will create 1.8 million new jobs and generate $88.6 billion in new revenues from 2022 to 2028. IDC Salesforce Economic Impact Study The IDC Salesforce Economic […]

Jul 15, 2024

Movement

TCS Return to Office: A Step Closer to Pre-Pandemic Normalcy

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services exporter, has achieved a significant milestone in its return-to-office strategy. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, TCS now operates at work-from-office levels comparable to those seen before the global health crisis. IT giant said that nearly 70% of its employees have returned to the office following […]

Jul 15, 2024

Appointments

Goldman Sachs announces new leadership appointments in India

Goldman Sachs appoints Sudarshan Ramakrishnan and Devarajan Nambakam as co-heads of its Investment Banking business in India. In their new roles, Ramakrishnan and Nambakam will oversee the strategic direction of Goldman Sachs’ investment banking activities, aiming to foster growth across various sectors. They will report directly to Sonjoy Chatterjee, who serves as chairman and CEO […]

Jul 15, 2024

Technology

TCS Boosts Workforce with Generative AI Training Initiative

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s top IT company, is training 20,000 employees in Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI) every quarter to stay competitive in the fast-changing tech world. Let’s explore this exciting initiative further! Generative AI: The New Frontier Generative AI, often referred to as GenAI, represents the intersection of artificial intelligence and creativity. It […]

Jul 15, 2024

Appointments

Acko appoints Satheesh K V as Chief People Officer

Acko, a leading digital insurance company appoints Satheesh K V as its new Chief People Officer. Satheesh brings with him over two decades of rich experience in human resources, having held significant leadership roles in various esteemed organizations. At Acko, Satheesh will be responsible for spearheading the company’s HR strategy, focusing on talent acquisition, development, […]

Jul 15, 2024