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Updated on: Aug 2022
Apple bans caste-based discrimination by code of conduct for staff
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Apple bans caste-based discrimination by code of conduct for staff

Tech giant Apple has banned caste-based discrimination in the company. The company has issued a code of conduct for employees in the United States. The company has also started training on this so that its employees understand the new policies better. The new policy sits alongside existing codes that strictly prohibit discrimination against race, religion, […]

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Microsoft and SAP announce TechSaksham, a joint skilling initiative
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Microsoft and SAP announce TechSaksham, a joint skilling initiative

Microsoft and SAP India have announced a joint skilling programme, TechSaksham that aims to bring more women engineers into the workforce. TechSaksham Program (TSP) is a top-up program that uses experiential learning to develop employability skills amongst underserved female students pursuing higher education in sciences, computer applications, vocational areas, and engineering, by imparting critical skills that […]

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Mahindra inaugurates its state-of-the-art EV design studio in the UK
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Mahindra inaugurates its state-of-the-art EV design studio in the UK

Mahindra & Mahindra, India’s leading SUV manufacturer, formally inaugurated its new design centre of excellence, Mahindra Advanced Design Europe (M.A.D.E), which will serve as the conceptual hotbed for the company’s portfolio of EV products. Physically present at the heart of innovation, M.A.D.E is located at the global automotive and EV hub of Banbury, Oxfordshire. Home […]

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Wipro holds back Q1 variable pay for mid, senior-level employees
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Wipro holds back Q1 variable pay for mid, senior-level employees

India’s IT major, Wipro is holding back the variable payouts of Q1, June 30 ending quarter for mid to senior-level employees. According to the people that are aware of the matter informed said that it is due to the pressure on operating margins. However, the freshers and the employees till the position of the team leaders […]

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Kerala High Court: Pension is a Constitutional right for an employee
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Kerala High Court: Pension is a Constitutional right for an employee

The Kerala High Court recently held that the right to pension is a constitutional right, if not a fundamental right and a retired employee cannot be deprived of this right. Case Background The petitions were existing and retired employees of the Kerala Books and Publications Society (KBPS), which is a State government-owned registered society, and […]

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JoulestoWatts to hire 9,400 people in 2022
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JoulestoWatts to hire 9,400 people in 2022

Business solutions and consulting company that delivers client-focused and multi-disciplinary solutions, JoulestoWatts is planning to hire around 9,400 people this year. JoulestoWatts Founder and CEO Priti Sawant said, “Global captives in India today are close to 1,200 which is going to go up to 2,000 and that is going to generate demand.” “We have seen 100 […]

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Payoda plans to double its manpower by 2025
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Payoda plans to double its manpower by 2025

Pioneering software development and technology firm Payoda has unveiled its hiring plans for the near future. It aims to double its manpower by 2025. The company is now poised to increase the existing team size by at least 100% by 2025, taking the headcount well over 1000 strong Payodians. Headquartered at Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, […]

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Dalmia Bharat’s Madhuri Mehta joins Emaar India as CHRO
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Dalmia Bharat’s Madhuri Mehta joins Emaar India as CHRO

One of the most valuable and admired Real Estate groups worldwide, Emaar India has announced the appointment of Madhuri Mehta as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In this role, Madhuri will be working to transform and build a strong HR foundation for envisioned growth plans. Madhuri has confirmed the development on social media and said, “I’m […]

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ElasticRun ropes in Salil Chinchore as CHRO from Godrej
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ElasticRun ropes in Salil Chinchore as CHRO from Godrej

A B2B eCommerce platform for rural India, ElasticRun has announced the appointment of Salil Chinchore as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Salil Chinchore, Chief Human Resources Officer, ElasticRun said, “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Chief Human Resources Officer at ElasticRun! Salil is an HR Professional with nearly 25 years of rich and […]

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CoinSwitch announces 8-month maternity leave for employees
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CoinSwitch announces 8-month maternity leave for employees

India’s largest crypto investing firm, CoinSwitch has extended maternity and paternity leaves for employees. This policy is a part of its enhanced benefits program. Zeeshan Ramlan, Director and Head—of HR, CoinSwitch, said, “CoinSwitch is a fast-growing startup that values work-life balance. Our diverse workforce is our strength, helping us build a wealth-tech destination for every […]

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Companies in India are likely to give 10% salary hike in 2023
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Companies in India are likely to give 10% salary hike in 2023

According to Willis Towers Watson’s Salary Budget Planning report, companies in India are expected to give a salary hike of 10 percent in 2023. Rajul Mathur, Consulting Leader India – T&R at Willis Towers Watson said, “Despite the economic headwinds, higher projections for 2023 reflect cautious business optimism and a continued tight labour market, WTW Consulting Leader […]

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Cognizant attrition zooms to 36%, CEO under siege
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Cognizant attrition zooms to 36%, CEO under siege

Information technology services and consulting company, Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. has announced a historic high Attrion of 36 percent in the second quarter, ending on June 30, 2022. This is now under the spotlight after one analyst has demanded from the board of Cognizant to investigate the company’s underperformance, and possibly even consider replacing the […]

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