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Updated on: Nov 2022

Industry

Twitter staff told to work -hour shifts, days a week, Reports

Nov 2, 2022

Byjus founder writes emotional note to fired staff

According to India Today, An Indian multinational educational technology company, BYJUs recen...

Layoffs

Nov 2, 2022

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Coca-Cola appoints Karan Bhalla as Director- HR, Eurasia Middle East

A total beverage company, The Coca-Cola Company appoints Karan Bhalla as Director Human Reso...

Appointments

Nov 2, 2022

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Tech Mahindra supports side gigs amid moonlighting- CP Gurnani

IT major,nbspTech Mahindra CEO and MD, C P Gurnani said that we support side gigs as the companyn...

Industry

Nov 2, 2022

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Appointments

Otipy appoints Rohit Sood as Chief Business Officer

Agritech start-up Otipy operated by Crofarm Agriproducts Pvt Ltd has appointed Rohit Sood as the Chief Business Officer to drive the next phase of business expansion in existing and new markets in India. He will play a pivotal role in the development and expansion of Otipy’s business verticals, as the company continues to see exponential […]

Nov 2, 2022

EPFO

EPFO: Those with less than 6 months to retire can withdraw EPS-95

There are several social security programs under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), recent program is for employees retiring in 6 months. One of the two main statutory social security bodies, EPFO retirement fund body decided to allow the withdrawal of accumulations in the Employees’ Pension Scheme 1995 (EPS-95). The EPS, 1995 is a ‘Defined Contribution-Defined Benefit’ […]

Nov 2, 2022

Industry

Tech Mahindra reports attrition rate of 20%, will continue hiring

An Indian multinational information technology services and consulting company, Tech Mahindra announces its Q2FY23 performance results on November 1, 2022. Bucking industry trends, Tech Mahindra’s attrition dropped year-on-year as well from the year-ago quarter. Tech Mahindra reported a decline in attrition rate to 20 percent in the quarter that ended September 30, 2022, the attrition in Q1 was […]

Nov 1, 2022

Hiring

Tata to add up to 45,000 employees at iPhone parts plant in Tamil Nadu

An Indian multinational conglomerate, Tata Group is planning to multiply the number of employees at its electronics factory in southern India. However, there are only a small fraction of iPhones and their components are made in India. The Tata Group is among the Indian companies trying to benefit from Apple. The company is diversifying its […]

Nov 1, 2022

Hiring

Amazon is hiring for various roles including WFH jobs, Apply

An American multinational technology company that focuses on e-commerce, Amazon is hiring for various roles including Work From Home (WFH) Jobs in India. Commenting on the hiring process, the company said, “We seek top talent from all industries and a range of backgrounds to join our offices and operations centers around the world. People who succeed at Amazon […]

Nov 1, 2022

Hiring

Randstad India to hire 6,000 techies

A global provider of HR services, Randstad India has opened a new centre in Vizag as part of its expansion in Andhra Pradesh. The company is committed to investing Rs 50 crore over the next three years in Vizag (Visakhapatnam) and is accelerating its growth across the country. Randstad India focuses on creating success for people […]

Nov 1, 2022

Industry

Indian startups make deep hiring cuts, hiring down by 61%

Ever Since 2019 the pandemic, companies have been struggling. Now, according to a new report, Indian startups are going through steep hiring cuts and the hiring of permanent employees has dipped by a significant 61 per cent. The report was analyzed from Oct 2021 to September 2022 of more than 25,000 employees across over 1,000 […]

Nov 1, 2022

Hiring

L&T Technology Services to hire 1,000 engineers in 2 years

India’s leading pure-play engineering services company, L&T Technology Services (LTTS) has opened a new campus in Mysuru, Karnataka. Amit Chadha, CEO & Managing Director at L&T Technology Services said, “Mysore, with its unique opportunities and pristine surroundings, is a vibrant destination for young professionals seeking the right work-life balance and is one of the key […]

Nov 1, 2022

CHRO Move

Simpl appoints Myntra’s Sneha Arora as CHRO

India’s leading checkout network meant to make payments invisible and money intelligent, Simpl has announced the appointment of Sneha Arora as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Sneha has rich experience in human resources. She is an HR leader with experience across Technology, Retail and eCommerce industries. She had opportunities to work in fast-paced, diverse, and […]

Nov 1, 2022

Industry

Borzo onboards 4,000 delivery partners

A leading courier delivery service, Borzo has announced that it has onboarded 4,000 delivery riders in the last two months. Eugene Panfilov, General Manager, of Borzo India, said, “The first post-pandemic year looks very promising as consumer sentiments are high. The expectation from this year’s upcoming festive season from Diwali to Christmas is robust demand.” […]

Nov 1, 2022

C-Suite Move

Tata Trusts CEO N Srinath to retire

India’s oldest, non-sectarian philanthropic organization, Tata Trusts has announced changes in its leadership team. In line with that, it has nominated Mehli Mistry as a trustee. He is a cousin of former Tata Sons chairman Cyrus Mistry. A highly placed official said, “The appointments are part of Ratan Tata’s larger objective to ensure that larger critical […]

Oct 31, 2022

Hiring

Hitachi Vantara is hiring for various profiles; fresher & WFH Jobs

A wholly-owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., Hitachi Vantara is hiring for various profiles including fresher & Work From Home (WFH) Jobs. The company said, “At Hitachi Vantara we look to the future and consider what the world will be like, which technology will be key and how people will behave. We consider future challenges around climate, energy […]

Oct 31, 2022