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Updated on: Jan 2024
Microsoft Research Fellows Program 2024; Apply before Feb 16
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Microsoft Research Fellows Program 2024; Apply before Feb 16

An American multinational technology corporation, Microsoft in India is inviting applications for the Research Fellow Program 2024. The Research Fellows (RF) Program at Microsoft Research India (MSRI) exposes bright, young minds in India to world-class research and state-of-the-art technology. The program prepares students for careers in research, engineering, as well as entrepreneurship. On the hiring […]

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WNS Global Services is on a Hiring Spree, WFH Jobs; Apply
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WNS Global Services is on a Hiring Spree, WFH Jobs; Apply

A global business process management company, WNS Global Services (WNS) in India is hiring for various roles. The company said, ”Over 60,000+ employees — data scientists, digital experts, tech evangelists, management graduates, analytical professionals, and the like — co-create bespoke solutions to address client needs and challenges. “With the customer journey at the heart of our digitization efforts, […]

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Ministry organised event Women in the Workforce: Key Take Aways
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Ministry organised event Women in the Workforce: Key Take Aways

Ministry of Women & Child Development and the Ministry of Labour & Employment jointly hosted the event Women in the Workforce for Viksit Bharat”. The event was organized at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The event was chaired by the Union Minister for Women & Child Development and Minority Affairs, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, and […]

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48% of Healthcare, Pharma companies embrace Gen AI Solutions
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48% of Healthcare, Pharma companies embrace Gen AI Solutions

According to the EY report titled, ‘The AIdea of India: Generative AI’s potential to accelerate India’s digital transformation,’ 60% of survey people from the healthcare and Life Sciences sector believe Gen AI will have a significant impact on the entire value chain. The report also suggested that 28% of healthcare and Life Sciences firms have already […]

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TCS is hiring for various roles including freshers; Apply Here
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TCS is hiring for various roles including freshers; Apply Here

A global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions company, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is hiring for various roles. However, hiring in the IT Industry is slow due to macroeconomic reasons but companies are hiring. Recruitment plans for any company can be dynamic and influenced by various factors such as market conditions, business strategies, and economic […]

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In January over 38000 people were laid off… Gen AI Impact starts
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In January over 38000 people were laid off… Gen AI Impact starts

So far in 2024, there have been 176 layoffs at tech companies with 38,003 people being laid off (1,267 people per day). In 2023, there were 1,996 layoffs at tech companies with 428,384 people impacted (1,174 people per day). In 2023, most of the layoffs were because of overhiring in the Pandemic and tech companies were right-sizing the headcounts, and some microeconomic situations. And, in early […]

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Freshworks India is on a hiring spree for various jobs, details here
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Freshworks India is on a hiring spree for various jobs, details here

A cloud-based software-as-a-service company, Freshworks is on a hiring spree for various roles in globally and India. The company said on its career page, “To understand what it’s like to work at Freshworks, it’s important to understand Kudumba —a term derived from the Tamil word for “family”.” “It describes our culture perfectly: an eclectic, diverse family […]

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IIM-B offers a free short-term digital course; Deadline Feb 29
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IIM-B offers a free short-term digital course; Deadline Feb 29

A public business school and Institute of National Importance, IIM Bangalore (IIM-B) has announced a new free-of-cost course on ‘New Age Business Models’. The need for this course is driven by the rapid pace of change and innovation in the business world. Additionally, the new age business models change the way businesses operate, challenge the basic measurement […]

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Standard Chartered elevates Rukshila Seneviratne as Head- HR, Sri Lanka
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Standard Chartered elevates Rukshila Seneviratne as Head- HR, Sri Lanka

A leading international banking group, Standard Chartered has elevated Rukshila Seneviratne as Head of Human Resources, Sri Lanka. As a part of a new role, she will be responsible for leading the country’s people strategy. She has confirmed the appointment on social media and said, “I’m happy to share that I have embarked on an exciting […]

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SI-UK Global appoints Shiwali Arora as Head- Human Resources
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SI-UK Global appoints Shiwali Arora as Head- Human Resources

A trusted UK Universities partner, SI-UK Global has appointed Shiwali Arora as Head- Human Resources. In this role, she will be responsible for the gamut of people & culture of the organization. She has confirmed the appointment on social media and said, “Super thrilled to announce my new role as Head – HR at SI-UK Global. Looking […]

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BT Group on hiring spree to hire over 500 apprentices & graduates
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BT Group on hiring spree to hire over 500 apprentices & graduates

The world’s leading communications services company, BT Group has announced that the company is planning to hire over 500 apprentices and graduates for its September 2024 intake. The hiring will be across various locations including Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Darlington, Ipswich, Leeds, London, Manchester, Sheffield, and Warrington as part of BT Group’s Better Workplace Programme. The company will […]

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Nearly 40% of total workforce to be dedicated to digital initiatives
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Nearly 40% of total workforce to be dedicated to digital initiatives

It is expected that the Eco-digital economy expected to double in the next five years to almost $33 trillion according to the Capgemini Research Institute’s latest report, ‘The Eco-Digital Era™: The dual transition to a sustainable and digital economy’ developed in collaboration with the Digital Value Lab at the Digital Data and Design Institute at Harvard. According to […]

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