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TCS becomes the most valuable brand in India in

According to the Kantar BrandZ India rankings, Indias largest IT services provider, Tata Consultanc...

Twilio to lay off per cent of employees

Communications software provider company Twilio has announced that it will be laying off of its ...

Layoffs

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IBM India termed moonlighting an unethical practice

Global tech major IBM, which employs over lakh individuals in India, on Wednesday termed moonlightin...

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Work Model

IBM Updates Benefits Program for IBMers and Retirees

IT and Technology giant, IBM has announced that the company is making to optimize benefits for both current and former employees. The updates are intended to streamline offerings and plan administration while providing enhanced options for as many active and retired IBMers as possible. Medical Benefits and 401(k) Enhancements for Active IBMers in the U.S. […]

Hiring

Tech Mahindra is hiring for various roles including WFH Jobs, Apply

One of the fastest-growing brands and amongst the top 15 IT service providers globally, Tech Mahindra is hiring for various profiles. Commenting on the hiring process company said, “Creating future-ready workforce today while fulfilling associates career aspirations” The Learning and Development practices at Tech Mahindra enable TechMighties to be ‘Fit for the Future’ by transforming themselves into […]

Survey & Report

72% of job seekers in India prefer SMBs over large enterprises

Accroding to findings from a recent study by Indeed, revealed that 72% of job seekers in India prefer SMBs over large enterprises. The primary reason for jobseekers preferring SMBs according to the survey includes challenging job roles (73%) at small businesses and scope for innovation and learning (67%). However, jobseekers are also aware that working […]

Govt considering 100% WFH for employees in SEZ units

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday that the commerce ministry is considering to allow 100 percent work from home (WFH) for employees of units in special economic zones (SEZ). Currently, the Centre allows 50% of the overall staff of a company based out of a Special Economic Zones (SEZ) to work from […]

Compensation

Capgemini announces its 9th Employee Share Ownership Plan

IT major, Capgemini has announced the launch of its ninth Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP). This new employee share ownership plan is offered to approximately 97% of the employees and is part of the Group’s policy to associate all employees with its development and performance. This ESOP will be implemented through a capital increase reserved […]

CHRO Move

Nokia appoints Amy Hanlon-Rodemich as Chief People Officer

Nokia has announced the appointment of Amy Hanlon-Rodemich as Chief People Officer and member of the Group Leadership Team, effective October 24, 2022. Amy Hanlon-Rodemich joins Nokia from GlobalLogic, a leading company in digital product engineering, where she is Chief People Officer. She is an experienced HR executive who has helped some of Silicon Valley’s top […]

Layoffs

HCL lays off 350 employees working on Microsoft project: Report

According to reports, India’s IT services provider, HCL Technologies has laid off 350 employees globally who were working on its client Microsoft’s news-related products. The layoffs have affected the employees who were working on its client Microsoft’s news-related products due to tough global market conditions. The lay off were from across geographies including Guatemala, the Philippines, […]

C-Suite Move

Endo International appoints Dr. Tanaya Mishra as Head- HR, India

A specialty pharmaceutical, Endo International plc has announced the appointment of Dr. Tanaya Mishra as Vice President & Head of Human Resources (India). Tanaya confirmed the development on social media, ” I’m excited to start my new journey and an exciting new beginning with Endo International plc as Vice President & Head of Human Resources (India).” Tanaya […]

Swiggy offers free skill-based learning to DEs and their kids

Online food delivery platform Swiggy on Tuesday announced a skilling initiative to offer free learning opportunities to thousands of delivery executives and their children. The L&D team learnt that a majority of the delivery partners wanted to acquire skills that would enhance their current role, pick up new roles at Swiggy and even prepare for opportunities that […]

Infosys warns employees: ‘No two-timing’, no double lives

India’s second-largest IT services provider, Infosys has said that moonlighting is not permitted according to the employees’ code of conduct of the company. Infosys said that employees cannot take up other assignments during or outside business hours. The company has also added that any violation will lead to disciplinary action that could include termination of […]

16 female employees faint after spraying mosquito repellent in UP

It has been reported that Sixteen female employees fell unconscious on Sunday evening when mosquito repellent was sprayed at the company premises. Police said that this incident occurred in electronic parts manufacturing company in Uttar Pradesh’s Greater Noida Ecotech 3. The complaint was filed by the police by the family members of the affected female employees. The […]

Labour Law

ESI Act applies to factories/ establishments: Benefits with reduced contribution

The ESI Act applies to factories/establishments in the organised sector wherein 10 or more people are employed. Also, this Act applies to employees drawing monthly wages up to Rs. 21,000/-. ESI shared a Tweet on its official Twitter Handle saying, “ESI Act applies to factories/establishments in the organised sector wherein 10 or more person are […]