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Updated on: Sep 2024

Appointments

LT elevates Sudipto Mandal as CHRO Head- HR, LTMRHL

Sep 17, 2024

Supreme Court Says Resignation Isnt Final Until Employer Accepts

In a recent landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India clarified an essential aspect of employmen...

Employment

Sep 17, 2024

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Tenable appoints Rajnish Gupta as MD for India, SAARC

In a strategic move to bolster its presence in the Indian subcontinent, cybersecurity company Tenabl...

Appointments

Sep 16, 2024

Latest news: Tenable appoints Rajnish Gupta as MD for India, SAARC - SightsIn Plus

Deloitte India Expanding Mumbai Office Hiring for New Roles

Deloitte Shared Services India LLP, a global leader in professional services, is rapidly expanding i...

Employment

Sep 16, 2024

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Partnership

Infosys and LIC Forge Digital Partnership for NextGen Platform

State-owned Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) has taken a significant step toward digital transformation by partnering with tech giant Infosys. The collaboration aims to develop a cutting-edge NextGen digital platform as part of LIC’s DIVE (Digital Innovation and Value Enhancement) program. This move underscores LIC’s commitment to providing world-class services to its customers, agents, and employees. […]

Sep 16, 2024

Employment

Black Box Aims to Boost India Business and Expand Workforce

Black Box, the IT arm of Essar Group, has set ambitious goals for its India operations. With a strategic focus on increasing its India business share and expanding its workforce, the company aims to achieve USD 2 billion in revenue by 2027-28. Black Box has charted an impressive growth trajectory. By targeting USD 2 billion […]

Sep 16, 2024

Jobs

Northvolt To Cut Jobs As It Implements Cost-Cutting Measures

Northvolt, a prominent battery manufacturer in Europe, has recently announced significant cost-cutting measures aimed at improving financial stability and operational performance. As part of this strategy, the company is refocusing its activities and considering job reductions. The Situation at Northvolt Northvolt faces several challenges: Despite manufacturing battery cells in Skellefteå since late 2022, Northvolt has […]

Sep 16, 2024

Appointments

Carlsberg Group gets Anurag Pandey as Chief Technology Officer

Anurag Pandey has been appointed as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Carlsberg Group, based in Copenhagen. With a distinguished career spanning over 20 years, Anurag brings a deep well of expertise in digital transformation to his new role. His visionary approach and extensive experience in leveraging technology to drive business success will be pivotal […]

Sep 16, 2024

Employment

EXL India is Hiring for Over 600 New Roles Across Domains

EXL, a global leader in business process solutions, is actively recruiting for over 600 positions across various domains. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a fresh graduate, EXL offers a wide range of roles to match your skills and aspirations. From data analytics to customer service, finance to technology, there’s something for everyone. EXL Hiring […]

Sep 16, 2024

Work Model

Leading IT Firm, Wipro New Work Norm; Three Days in the Office

Wipro, one of India’s leading IT firms, has taken a decisive step by enforcing a new work-from-office policy. Starting November 15, all employees are mandated to be physically present at their assigned office location for at least three days each week. This policy adjustment reflects Wipro’s commitment to fostering teamwork, face-to-face interactions, and strengthening its […]

Sep 16, 2024

Industry

Microsoft Expands Pune Portfolio with ₹453 Crore Land Deal

In a strategic move to strengthen its presence in the Indian market, global tech giant Microsoft has invested a whopping ₹453 crore in acquiring a land parcel spread across 16.4 acres in Pune’s Hinjewadi. This significant transaction underscores Microsoft’s commitment to expanding its footprint in India, particularly in areas related to data centers and office […]

Sep 16, 2024

Industry

TCS iON Offers Free Digital Certification Course; Details Inside

Are you looking to boost your career prospects in the ever-evolving digital landscape? Look no further than TCS iON, a strategic Tata Consultancy Services business unit that offers a 15-day free digital certification program. TCS iON Career Edge – Young Professional is a free-to-access 15-day career preparedness course designed to equip today’s youth with core employability skills […]

Sep 16, 2024

Industry

Generation X Leads Fintech Revolution Amidst Rising Partnerships

As the banking and financial services industry accelerates towards digitization, a new survey conducted by BFSI-focused CXO search firm Venator Search Partners reveals a compelling trend about fintech industry. Generation X (those aged 35 to 50) is poised to take the reins of leadership within finance sector companies. Simultaneously, there’s a growing consensus that bank-fintech partnerships are the […]

Sep 14, 2024

Industry

Microsoft Streamlines Xbox Division With 650 Jobs Cut

Microsoft announced a significant workforce reduction within its Xbox gaming unit. The decision to cut 650 roles comes as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to streamline operations and align its post-acquisition team structure following the blockbuster purchase of Activision Blizzard for a staggering $69 billion. Microsoft Job Cuts: The Context and The Decision Microsoft’s gaming division has been in […]

Sep 14, 2024

Press Release

Union Secretary Chairs Interactive Session on ELI Scheme

On September 13, 2024, Ms. Sumita Dawra, Secretary of the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, presided over an interactive session on ELI Scheme in Hyderabad. The focus of this session was the recently launched Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, which was introduced as part of the Union Budget for 2024-25. The event was […]

Sep 14, 2024

Employment

Dutch firm, NXP Semiconductors to hire 6,000 people in India

In a significant move that underscores India’s growing prominence in the global semiconductor landscape, NXP Semiconductors has announced ambitious plans. The Dutch chip manufacturing and design company aims to hire over 6,000 professionals in India over the next five years. This strategic expansion primarily focuses on bolstering its research and development (R&D) capabilities, with a substantial investment […]

Sep 14, 2024