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Updated on: Dec 2023
Accenture is joining forces with Unilever on Next-Generation AI
Partnership

Accenture is joining forces with Unilever on Next-Generation AI

Accenture is joining forces with Unilever, the consumer goods multinational—whose 400+ brands are used by 3.4 billion people every day—as part of a strategic initiative to leverage Unilever’s AI research and implementation of technologies that enhance productivity, drive efficiencies, and accelerate disruptive and AI-powered innovations at scale. The work will kick off from Unilever’s global […]

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Implementation of Supreme Court verdict in EPS-95 higher pension
EPFO

Implementation of Supreme Court verdict in EPS-95 higher pension

As per directions contained in paragraph 44(ix) read with paragraph 44(v) and 44(vi) of the Hon’ble Supreme Court judgment dated 04.11.2022, online applications were called by Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) on 29.12.2022, followed by corrigendum dated 05.01.2023, from pensioners who had retired before 01.09.2014. And had exercised joint option for contributing in pension fund […]

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Hiring Trends in the IT Industry for 2024, Experts’ Opinion
Hiring

Hiring Trends in the IT Industry for 2024, Experts’ Opinion

According to recent Q2FY24 results announced by India’s top IT Giants like TCS (Tata Consultancy Services), Infosys, HCLTech, and Wipro all the companies have reported slow hiring trends and a dip in headcounts. India’s largest IT major, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) workforce stood at 608,985 in the quarter ending on September 30, reporting a dip of 6,333 employees compared to 6,15,318 […]

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Randstad is hiring for various roles Globally & in India; Apply here
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Randstad is hiring for various roles Globally & in India; Apply here

A Dutch multinational human resource consulting firm, Randstad is hiring for various roles Globally & in India. The company said on its webpage, “In the accelerating world of work, we offer unparalleled opportunities. Staffing, recruitment, selection, business development, HR, IT, marketing & communications, legal or finance — wherever your talent takes you, you’ll find the […]

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Firstsource Solutions in India is hiring for various roles; Apply
Hiring

Firstsource Solutions in India is hiring for various roles; Apply

A digital-forward, people-first business process solutions company, Firstsource Solutions is hiring for various roles in India and the USA. The company said on its career page, “Our story is centered around our PEOPLE. From day one, you will have the opportunity to play a role in the way our story unfolds.” “You will be empowered to Aspire, […]

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Union labour ministry issued show cause notice to Air India Express
Industry

Union labour ministry issued show cause notice to Air India Express

The Union Labour Ministry has issued a show cause notice to Tata Group-owned Air India Express for alleged violation of regulations with respect to certain disputes with the airline’s management and cabin crew members, according to sources. Many cabin crew members have raised concerns, including about room sharing during layovers. In this regard, a complaint […]

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Wadhwani Foundation appoints Gaurav Saini as Global CHRO
CHRO Move

Wadhwani Foundation appoints Gaurav Saini as Global CHRO

A not-for-profit, Wadhwani Foundation has appointed Gaurav Saini as Global Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO). In this role, he will be responsible for Leading the HR function across the globe for the Wadhwani Group Foundation. The company said, “Wadhwani Foundation welcomes Gaurav Saini, who joins us as Chief Human Resources Officer, in our mission to create […]

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Spotify layoffs 17% of the workforce globally
Layoffs

Spotify layoffs 17% of the workforce globally

The world’s most popular audio streaming company, Spotify has reduced 17% of the workforce in its third round of layoffs in 2023. In a note on Monday, CEO Daniel Ek shared the following message about the company’s organizational changes with all Spotify employees. Team, Over the last two years, we’ve put significant emphasis on building Spotify into […]

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Byju’s delays November salary of around 1000 employees
Compensation

Byju’s delays November salary of around 1000 employees

An Indian multinational educational technology company, Byju’s has delayed the November salary of around 1000 employees. The company generally transfers the salaries on the first of each month. According to Economic Times reports the company said, “We have noticed a delay in processing salaries for some limited employees due to an unexpected technical glitch.” “The […]

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Hexagon in India is hiring for various roles; Check and apply here
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Hexagon in India is hiring for various roles; Check and apply here

A multinational technology group, Hexagon in India is conducting a campus recruitment Drive for various roles. The company said on its career page, “Explore the exciting opportunities and culture of innovation that has established Hexagon as a leader in digital reality solutions.” “Hexagon is powered by our people, who show us what’s possible when human […]

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Amazon AFE program to empower Advanced Coding & AI Skills
Industry

Amazon AFE program to empower Advanced Coding & AI Skills

An American multinational technology company, Amazon.in has the expansion of its Amazon Future Engineer (AFE) program to introduce advanced coding and artificial intelligence (AI) modules in 100 Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS) Schools. The company will also provide digital infrastructure enhancements for 30 KREIS Schools. This expansion will impact over 13,000 students in grades […]

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Meesho in India is hiring for various roles; Check the details
Hiring

Meesho in India is hiring for various roles; Check the details

India’s fastest-growing internet commerce company, Meesho in India is hiring for various roles. The company said on its webpage, “Meesho is committed to providing a great place to work for all employees irrespective of their Gender, Caste, Religion, or any other Background.” “Keeping our mantra of building a people-centric workplace in focus, we aim at […]

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