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Updated on: Jul 2026
Hiring Surge in Indian IT Industry for Forward Deployed Engineers
Employment

Hiring Surge in Indian IT Industry for Forward Deployed Engineers

Jul 20, 2026

End of the IT Bench? TCS, Infosys, Wipro are Cutting , Seats

A structural shift is underway in the Indian IT services sector as the benchthe tradi...

Industry
Apr 2, 2026
End of the IT Bench? TCS, Infosys, Wipro are Cutting , Seats

Iran Threatens U.S. Tech Giants Companies Named as Targets

In a significant escalation of regional hostilities, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps IRGC of Ira...

Industry
Apr 1, 2026
Iran Threatens U.S. Tech Giants Companies Named as Targets

Looking for a Job Change? TCS and Infosys Hiring for Future-Ready Tech Talent

In a significant shift in the Indian IT recruitment landscape, Tata Consultancy Services TCS has o...

Hiring
Mar 24, 2026
Looking for a Job Change? TCS and Infosys Hiring for Future-Ready Tech Talent
Encora Acquisition to Boost Coforge Top Line by 28%
Merger & Acquisition

Encora Acquisition to Boost Coforge Top Line by 28%

The Indian IT services landscape is witnessing a significant shift as mid-tier leader Coforge Limited moves forward with its acquisition of Encora, a move that market analysts increasingly view as a “long-term positive” for the firm’s global footprint. While the deal involves a substantial capital outlay, the strategic alignment between Coforge’s vertical expertise and Encora’s […]

Dec 30, 2025
Shrinking IT Entry-Level Jobs in India, Need for New Talent Models
Employment

Shrinking IT Entry-Level Jobs in India, Need for New Talent Models

India’s IT services sector, a longstanding launchpad for engineering graduates, is undergoing a structural transformation as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation reshape the fundamentals of early-career work. For decades, freshers entering the industry performed coding, testing, support, and maintenance tasks that served as essential stepping stones in the traditional apprenticeship-based career ladder. Today, however, these […]

Nov 20, 2025
IT Industry battles GST grey zone, Nasscom raises concern
Industry

IT Industry battles GST grey zone, Nasscom raises concern

India’s premier technology industry body, Nasscom, has raised a red flag over the Goods & Services Tax (GST) treatment of internal transactions between head offices and branches of IT companies. The association said that the current GST framework is creating artificial tax liabilities and compliance hurdles, even though such transactions are merely internal cost allocations […]

Oct 21, 2025
Silent Layoffs Displace 50,000 Tech Workers in 2025
Industry

Silent Layoffs Displace 50,000 Tech Workers in 2025

India’s technology sector is witnessing a quiet but significant churn in 2025, as “silent layoffs” continue to displace thousands of workers across major IT firms. Unlike formal mass terminations, these layoffs are often informal, unannounced, and executed through internal pressure tactics—such as nudging employees to resign or seek roles elsewhere. Industry estimates suggest that over […]

Oct 11, 2025
Is the Bench Breaking? What TCS Policy Means for IT Talent
Employment

Is the Bench Breaking? What TCS Policy Means for IT Talent

In a timely and thought-provoking conversation between Usha Chirayil, Senior Director–HR at Reflections Info Systems, and Romesh Srivastava, Editor-in-Chief of SightsIn Plus, the recent overhaul of bench policies in India’s IT services sector came into focus—specifically the changes introduced by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in June 2025. With a sharper emphasis on productivity and employability, […]

Jul 3, 2025
Cognizant and Infosys Focus on Vendor Consolidation Deals
Industry

Cognizant and Infosys Focus on Vendor Consolidation Deals

As global economic uncertainties continue to impact the IT services sector, leading firms Cognizant and Infosys are adopting a new trend in IT deals to sustain growth and combat industry challenges. Both companies have identified vendor consolidation deals as a key strategy to optimize costs, enhance efficiency, and secure long-term contracts with major clients. With […]

Jun 10, 2025
Infosys, Wipro Boost IT Salaries by 30% Since FY21
Compensation

Infosys, Wipro Boost IT Salaries by 30% Since FY21

India’s leading IT firms, Infosys and Wipro, have reported a 30% increase in median employee salaries since FY21. While Tech Mahindra saw a modest increase, global firms like Cognizant and Accenture experienced more moderate hikes. However, the growth rate of annual increments is showing signs of cooling, influenced by factors such as competitive intensity, attrition, […]

May 17, 2025
IT Sector Faces Dry Promotions, Slow Hiring, Low Raises in FY26
Editorial

IT Sector Faces Dry Promotions, Slow Hiring, Low Raises in FY26

As India’s IT sector prepares to navigate FY26, signs point to a more cautious and conservative approach to talent management. Industry experts and HR leaders across Tier-I and mid-sized IT firms suggest that dry promotions, moderate salary hikes, and measured hiring strategies will define the landscape in the financial year 2025-26. Dry Promotions: Recognition Without […]

Apr 29, 2025
Cognizant, Wipro Lead the Shift to Asset-Light Business Models
Industry

Cognizant, Wipro Lead the Shift to Asset-Light Business Models

Several leading companies in India are adopting asset-light business models, putting expansive IT campuses up for sale. This reflects a strategy to optimize operational efficiency, reduce costs, and adapt to evolving workforce dynamics, including the rise of remote and hybrid work models. The asset-light approach involves reducing ownership of fixed assets, such as real estate, […]

Mar 17, 2025