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Updated on: Jul 2024
TCS Adds 5,452 Employees in Q1 FY25: HR Trends and Insights
Employment

TCS Adds 5,452 Employees in Q1 FY25: HR Trends and Insights

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s premier IT services company, yesterday announced its consolidated financial performance for Q1 FY25 ending June 30, 2024. While the financials exhibit strength, let’s get into the human resources aspects of TCS’s Q1 results. TCS boasts an impressive workforce of 606,998 employees, and during Q1 FY25, they added 5,452 employees. This signals a […]

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TCS reports 70% of its employees are returned to office
Industry

TCS reports 70% of its employees are returned to office

Yesterday, July 11, 2024, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) reported Q1FY25 results. IT giant said that nearly 70% of its employees have returned to the office following the introduction of a new policy linking variable pay to office attendance. Chief HR Officer Milind Lakkad told MoneyControl on July 11 that almost 70 percent of employees are […]

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Pankaj Pradeep joins Dhanuka Agritech as CHRO & Vice President- HR
Appointments

Pankaj Pradeep joins Dhanuka Agritech as CHRO & Vice President- HR

Dhanuka Agritech, a leading player in the agricultural sector, appoints Pankaj Pradeep as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Vice President of HR. With an extensive career spanning over two decades in human resources, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role. At Dhanuka Agritech, Pankaj will be responsible […]

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Skills Vs Job Market: India’s Demand for High-Tech Engineers
Employment

Skills Vs Job Market: India’s Demand for High-Tech Engineers

India’s technology sector is projected to require over 1 million high-tech engineers proficient in advanced skills like artificial intelligence (AI) and other capabilities within the next 2-3 years, according to estimates from an industry body. This demand for high-tech engineers won’t be met unless the government significantly beefs up education and training in the country. […]

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How Deloitte Offers Marvelous Work Experience to Its Employees: 5 Key Elements
Industry

How Deloitte Offers Marvelous Work Experience to Its Employees: 5 Key Elements

Deloitte has proudly maintained its position on Fortune Magazine’s prestigious list of the 100 Best Companies for 25 consecutive years. This recognition is based on a thorough survey of professionals nationwide, focusing on factors such as workplace quality, trust in management, camaraderie among colleagues, and employee loyalty. In the 2024 rankings, Deloitte holds the impressive […]

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Kyndryl opened a new office, focuses on hiring in India
Hiring

Kyndryl opened a new office, focuses on hiring in India

IBM’s spin-off, Kyndryl, a leading global IT infrastructure services provider, is significantly expanding its operations in India with a new office in Bengaluru designed to accommodate around 3,000 employees. The new workspace is equipped with cutting-edge technology aimed at facilitating seamless collaboration among Kyndryl’s diverse teams. The state-of-the-art facilities include advanced collaborative tools and smart […]

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Capri Loans gets Tarun Aggarwal as Group Chief Technology Officer
Appointments

Capri Loans gets Tarun Aggarwal as Group Chief Technology Officer

Capri Global Capital Ltd (Capri Loans), a leading non-banking financial company, has appointed Tarun Aggarwal as its new Group Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The appointment marks a key step in its digital transformation journey. With a wealth of experience in technology leadership, he will drive innovation and operational efficiency at Capri Loans. His focus will […]

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Sanjay joins Adrenalin eSystems as SVP, SASIA Business Head
Appointments

Sanjay joins Adrenalin eSystems as SVP, SASIA Business Head

Adrenalin eSystems appoints Sanjay Kamath as Senior VP and Business Head for SASIA, reinforcing its position in HR technology and Human Capital Management (HCM) in India. Sanjay Kamath brings nearly 33 years of diverse experience to his new role. Previously he also worked with Adrenalin eSystems as Vice President from October 2003 to November 2012. […]

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Deloitte launches an AI and Data Accelerator Program With AWS
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Deloitte launches an AI and Data Accelerator Program With AWS

On July 9, 2024, Deloitte announced a multi-year strategic collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to enhance client capabilities in Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), data analytics, and quantum computing. Leveraging AWS services like Amazon SageMaker, Amazon Bedrock, Amazon Q, and Amazon Braket, Deloitte and AWS will establish an Innovation Lab. This lab will work as […]

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India’s Workforce Surge: Adding 168 Million Workers
Employment

India’s Workforce Surge: Adding 168 Million Workers

India’s workforce has witnessed a remarkable shift over the past few years. According to the latest data released by the Reserve Bank of India’s KLEMS database, the country has added a staggering 168 million workers to its workforce between FY18 and FY24. This surge in employment reflects both demographic changes and economic dynamics. Let’s get […]

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EPFO’s Latest Rules: How to Freeze and Defreeze Your UAN
Employment

EPFO’s Latest Rules: How to Freeze and Defreeze Your UAN

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced new rules regarding the freezing and defreezing of Universal Account Numbers (UAN). These rules aim to enhance security, prevent fraud, and safeguard the interests of EPF subscribers. In this detailed guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of freezing and defreezing your UAN, along with other […]

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Cognizant resolves a lawsuit filed by Wipro regarding Jatin Dalal
Industry

Cognizant resolves a lawsuit filed by Wipro regarding Jatin Dalal

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation has recently reported the resolution of a lawsuit filed by Wipro Ltd. against its former Chief Financial Officer, Jatin Dalal. The settlement, which was detailed in a July 2, 2024, SEC filing, involves a payment of $505,087. This amount covers both the settlement itself and the legal expenses related to the case. Background of the Lawsuit In November, […]

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