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Updated on: May 2024
Pune court orders police to investigate IT major Cognizant bribery
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Pune court orders police to investigate IT major Cognizant bribery

According to PTI, a Pune court has directed the police to investigate bribery allegations involving IT giant Cognizant. The court’s decision comes in response to claims of corrupt practices within the company. Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) of Maharashtra Police to investigate allegations against IT major Cognizant Technologies that it paid a bribe through a contractor to […]

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Cognizant, Microsoft Partner to Expand Generative AI Adoption
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Cognizant, Microsoft Partner to Expand Generative AI Adoption

An American multinational information technology services and consulting company, Cognizant and Microsoft Corp. have joined forces to offer Microsoft’s generative AI and Copilots to millions of users, aiming to revolutionize enterprise operations, improve employee experiences, and expedite innovation across various industries. Ravi Kumar S, CEO, Cognizant said, “That’s why we are investing $1 billion in generative AI […]

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TCS, Accenture, Cognizant top LinkedIn company rankings
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TCS, Accenture, Cognizant top LinkedIn company rankings

A business and employment-focused social media platform, LinkedIn unveiled its 2024 Top Companies list for India, showcasing IT companies securing the top three positions, with financial services firms exerting dominance across the list. The 8th annual LinkedIn Top Companies list puts a spotlight on the 25 leading workplaces with more than 5,000 employees globally. The […]

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Cognizant delays salary increments until the August quarter
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Cognizant delays salary increments until the August quarter

An American multinational information technology services and consulting company, Cognizant has postponed its annual salary increases by four months, intending to implement them for eligible employees starting from August 1. Last year, the Nasdaq-listed firm provided raises to employees in April 2023. As reported by Economic Times, confirming the development, Cognizant stated, “We are committed […]

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Cognizant is hiring for over 500 hybrid jobs in India, Details Here
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Cognizant is hiring for over 500 hybrid jobs in India, Details Here

IT giant, Cognizant is expanding its team in India and hiring for various roles, recently the company has posted various jobs on its Carrer Page. In 2023, Cognizant’s headcount decreased by 7,600 employees to 347,700, as per its annual report. However, the Nasdaq-listed IT firm’s year-end headcount was 1,100 higher than the previous quarter, reaching […]

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Cognizant adopts Google’s Gemini for software development
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Cognizant adopts Google’s Gemini for software development

Cognizant, a multinational IT services and consulting company, will adopt Gemini for Google Cloud to increase productivity for its software developers and enable more than 70,000 associates on Google Cloud’s latest AI technologies. “Software development is one of the jobs likely to benefit most from the way generative AI is redefining the anatomy of work,” […]

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Cognizant is hiring for 441 hybrid jobs in India, Details Here
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Cognizant is hiring for 441 hybrid jobs in India, Details Here

IT giant, Cognizant is expanding its team in India and hiring for various roles, recently the company has posted 441 jobs on its Carrer Page. In 2023, Cognizant’s headcount decreased by 7,600 employees to 347,700, as per its annual report. However, the Nasdaq-listed IT firm’s year-end headcount was 1,100 higher than the previous quarter, reaching […]

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Lupin gets Rakesh Bhardwaj as chief information officer
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Lupin gets Rakesh Bhardwaj as chief information officer

Global Pharma, Lupin Limited (Lupin) has announced the appointment of Rakesh Bhardwaj as Chief Information Officer (CIO). In general, The Chief Information Officer (CIO) holds a pivotal role in modern organizations, especially in today’s digital age where information technology (IT) plays a critical role in business operations, strategy, and innovation. Rakesh will be stationed in Mumbai and will be responsible for taking charge […]

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USISPF gets Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S to Board of Directors
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USISPF gets Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S to Board of Directors

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Ravi Kumar S, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to its Board of Directors. As the leader of Cognizant, Ravi Kumar S plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategic vision and fostering a client-centric culture at every level. Since assuming […]

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Examining Transition from WFH to ‘Return to Office’ in Companies
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Examining Transition from WFH to ‘Return to Office’ in Companies

The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally altered the work landscape, with many companies shifting to remote work models. However, as the pandemic subsides, there’s a growing trend of companies calling employees back to the office. However, there should be a right balance between in-office and remote work is crucial for employee well-being, productivity, and overall organizational success. […]

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Cognizant India asked employees to work from office thrice a week
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Cognizant India asked employees to work from office thrice a week

An American multinational information technology services and consulting company, Cognizant in India employees are asked to work from the office thrice a week. Around 254,000 of Cognizant’s 347,700 employees are based in India. In an internal memo, Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S has urged staff to use the in-person time to prioritize activities “that benefit […]

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Cognizant in India on hiring spree, explore Hybrid, WFH, WFO jobs
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Cognizant in India on hiring spree, explore Hybrid, WFH, WFO jobs

An American multinational information technology services and consulting company, Cognizant is hiring for various roles in India and globally. The company’s total headcount at the end of the fourth quarter was 347,700, an increase of 1,100 from Q3 2023 and a decrease of 7,600 from Q4 2022. In the previous quarter, the total headcount stood at 346,600. […]

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