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Updated on: Dec 2022
Over 9 million jobs to be added by 2025 by GIG workforce: India
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Over 9 million jobs to be added by 2025 by GIG workforce: India

Home delivery, vehicle repair, and cab driving are some of the most demanded GIG workforces by employers. Above 9 million workforces to be added by 2025 as GIG workers who are mainly online platform workers, and on-call workers. Employers show high demand for the GIG workforce due to market disruption caused by digitalization and therefore […]

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Right to request for flexible working from day 1 of job in UK
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Right to request for flexible working from day 1 of job in UK

The UK government announced a highly pivotal policy wherein employees can request for flexible working from the first day of their employment. This rule is intended to provide employees with flexible working, job sharing, and effective work-life balance. Employers need to implement this policy in their employment. In case they cannot accommodate this request made […]

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IBM is inviting applications for fresh graduates, Apply Here
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IBM is inviting applications for fresh graduates, Apply Here

Global tech major, IBM is inviting applications for freshers in India. Various Internship programs are also available. IBM Consultant/Entry Jobs Commenting on the hiring process of freshers the company said, “You’re a big thinker — and you’re passionate about driving change. Develop those grand ideas for clients and help change how businesses interact with the world.” […]

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HCLTech invites freshers’ applications for Apprenticeship Program
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HCLTech invites freshers’ applications for Apprenticeship Program

A global technology company, HCLTech is inviting freshers’ applications from Apprenticeship Program. The HCLTech Apprenticeship Program creates new career pathways for aspiring tech professionals. If you’re a motivated learner, this unique opportunity is at your door to a full-time tech job. Commenting on the program the company said, “During our paid apprenticeship program, you’ll advance your […]

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Know Your UAN in just 4 steps; Check details here
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Know Your UAN in just 4 steps; Check details here

Universal Account Number (UAN) is a 12-digit unique number provided to each employee contributing to the Employees Provident Fund. This unique number is generated and assigned by the Employee Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The Ministry of Labour and Employment authenticates UAN under the directives of the Government of India. EPFO recently shared a tweet saying, “Know […]

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Microsoft and LinkedIn engage 7.3 million learners in India
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Microsoft and LinkedIn engage 7.3 million learners in India

Microsoft and LinkedIn announced the next step in the Skills for Jobs program, providing free access to 350 courses and six new Career Essentials Certificates for six of the most in-demand jobs in the digital economy. Microsoft and LinkedIn will also be offering 50,000 LinkedIn Learning scholarships to help people get ahead in their skilling […]

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Layoffs are illegal if not carried out as per Law: Labour Minister
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Layoffs are illegal if not carried out as per Law: Labour Minister

There have been retrenchment and layoffs across various sectors in the country including in IT, Minister Bhupender Yadav has said that Layoffs are deemed illegal if not carried out as per Industrial Disputes (ID) Act. Minister Bhupender Yadav said, “Further, any retrenchment and lay-off are deemed to be illegal which is not carried out as […]

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Twitter sued for targeting women in layoffs
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Twitter sued for targeting women in layoffs

The micro-blogging platform, Twitter has been hit by yet another lawsuit. A recent lawsuit is been filed for targeting female employees during the layoff process. The lawsuit has been filed on the grounds that the company is violating federal and California laws banning workplace sex discrimination. However, during the layoffs, the company laid off 57% of its […]

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Wipro to onboard freshers in phases
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Wipro to onboard freshers in phases

According to TOI, an Indian IT major, Wipro has sent a communication to campus recruits that it will be onboarding the fresher candidates in a phased manner. Over the past couple of months, freshers have been complaining that IT companies have been delaying the onboarding process for more than six months. Wipro in the mail said, […]

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Intel invites applications of graduates & undergrads for internships
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Intel invites applications of graduates & undergrads for internships

An American multinational corporation and technology company, Intel is inviting applications for various internship programs globally and in India. Commenting on the internship program the company said, “Critical projects on day one. A huge network. Incredible opportunities to make a real difference.” “When you join one of the largest software companies in the world, you get […]

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Godrej Industries appoints Rakesh Swami as Group President & Head – Corporate Affairs
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Godrej Industries appoints Rakesh Swami as Group President & Head – Corporate Affairs

Godrej Industries Limited has appointed Rakesh Swami as the Group President & Head, Corporate Affairs with effect from 1st December 2022. Rakesh comes with over 22 years of experience in corporate affairs, public policy, government and regulatory affairs, business advocacy, strategic planning, conflict management, corporate social responsibility, Public Private Partnership (PPP), and general administration. Prior […]

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Digital company HealthifyMe announces layoff: 142 people slashed
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Digital company HealthifyMe announces layoff: 142 people slashed

India’s leading health tech start-up, HealthifyMe announced the layoff of 142 employees. The step is taken as a matter of growing concern for the firm to manage its cost. The firm also offered 2 months’ package to separated employees with 2 weeks per year worked at the firm. The firm is undergoing an evolution with […]

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