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Updated on: Oct 2022
Rajasthan provided jobs to 1 lakh people in six days
Hiring

Rajasthan provided jobs to 1 lakh people in six days

Indira Gandhi Urban Employment Guarantee Scheme in Rajasthan urban areas has provided jobs to one lakh individuals. An official said that the jobs have been provided within 6 days of the launch. Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on September 9 introduced a programme designed after the MGNREGA that will give families living in metropolitan areas […]

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Oracle empowers managers to elevate the employee experience
Industry

Oracle empowers managers to elevate the employee experience

Extending its commitment to helping organizations improve the employee experience, Oracle has introduced a series of new updates within Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management (HCM). The new portal for team skills, performance evaluation capabilities, and an employee listening solution will help managers engage and empower teams to achieve their fullest potential. Over the past few […]

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16 female employees faint after spraying mosquito repellent in UP
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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 […]

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Revolut launches scholarship to get more women into tech
Industry

Revolut launches scholarship to get more women into tech

The global financial services super app, Revolut has unrolled a scholarship for the top girl performers in India. The initiative is aimed at identifying women leaders of tomorrow. Revolut launched its D&I framework in 2021 in an endeavor to accelerate progress on this subject. This has been announced to recognize women’s talent and ensure better […]

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Ecom Express unveils first All-women Delivery Center in northeast
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Ecom Express unveils first All-women Delivery Center in northeast

A leading end-to-end technology-enabled logistics solutions provider, Ecom Express has announced the launch of its first all-women Delivery Center in the northeast situated in Imphal, Manipur. The company said, “The pursuit of women’s economic independence is going to be the deciding aspect of an equal work environment, especially in terms of gender.” “Ecom Express Limited strongly […]

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Govt approves 60-day special maternity leave in case of infant death
Labour Law

Govt approves 60-day special maternity leave in case of infant death

The central government has approved 60-day special maternity leave for women central government employees in case of stillbirth or death of an infant within a few days of birth. Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions said, “The matter has been considered in consultation with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Keeping in view […]

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EY Executive Program on Board Effectiveness for Women Directors
Industry

EY Executive Program on Board Effectiveness for Women Directors

The leading global professional services organization, EY has announced that Registrations are now open for the 2nd cohort of the Executive Program on Board Effectiveness. This is a board program for aspiring women directors, curated by EY in collaboration with the Indian School of Business Executive Education. The sessions will begin on 10 November 2022. The […]

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PM Modi hails National Labour Conference of Labour Ministers
Labour Law

PM Modi hails National Labour Conference of Labour Ministers

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has addressed the National Conference of Labour Ministers of all States and Union Territories via video conferencing. Union Ministers Shri Bhupender Yadav and Shri Rameshwar Teli and Labour Ministers of States were among those present on the occasion. “The country completed 75 years of its independence on August 15 […]

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Wipro, SG Enable to nourish diverse workforce & inclusive culture
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Wipro, SG Enable to nourish diverse workforce & inclusive culture

Wipro Limited, leading technology services, and the consulting company announced that it signed the President’s Challenge Enabling Employment Pledge in Singapore. The Pledge calls on employers to adopt an inclusive mindset, create barrier-free workplace environments, and implement supportive employment policies for employees with disabilities. Through its participation in the Microsoft APAC Enabler Program, Wipro will open a […]

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U.S. employers added 528,000 jobs; unemployment falls to 3.5%
Employment

U.S. employers added 528,000 jobs; unemployment falls to 3.5%

America’s hiring boom continued last month. U.S. employers have added a surprising 528,000 jobs despite rising inflation and rising anxiety about a recession. The hiring in July was up from 398,000 in June. Moreover, the unemployment rate slipped to 3.5%. The U.S. economy shrank in the first two quarters of 2022 an informal definition of […]

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A company buys lottery tickets for 50000 employees
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A company buys lottery tickets for 50000 employees

A CEO of a US restaurant Todd Graves, founder and CEO of Raising Canes, and co-CEO AJ Kumaran has bought 50,000 Mega Millions lottery tickets. The ticket has been purchased to increase the chances of winning the $830 million (Rs 6,624 crore) prize. The CEO plans to share the win with all his employees. Todd […]

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Zomato has allotted shares to employees at 1 rupee
Compensation

Zomato has allotted shares to employees at 1 rupee

Online food delivery platform, Zomato has allotted nearly 4.66 crore shares to its employees from its employee stock option plan (ESOP) pool at the face value of Rs 1. The company said in its note, “We wish to inform you that the nomination and remuneration committee of the board of directors of the company at […]

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