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Updated on: May 2025

Strike

Samsung Workers Secure Wage Hike After Year-Long Protest

May 21, 2025

Samsung Hiring Spree Over , Jobs to Be Created in

Defying the ongoing wave of layoffs in the global tech industry, Samsung has announced plans to hire...

Hiring

Mar 11, 2025

Samsung Seeks Tamil Nadu Govts Help Amid Worker Protests

Samsung has sought the intervention of the Tamil Nadu government to ensure the safety of its workers...

Industry

Feb 22, 2025

Samsung Seeks Tamil Nadu Govts Help Amid Worker Protests

Samsung Workers Union to Engage in Talks with Management

In a significant development, the newly recognized Samsung employees trade union is set to ho...

Employment

Jan 30, 2025

Samsung Workers Union to Engage in Talks with Management

Employment

Samsung E.D.G.E Season 9 Winners Get Pre-placement Offers

Samsung has announced the winners of its ninth annual campus program, Samsung E.D.G.E (Empowering Dreams Gaining Excellence), with pre-placement offers being extended to the top teams. This year’s competition saw participation from over 15,000 students across 40 premier campuses, including top-tier B-schools, engineering colleges, and design schools. Samsung E.D.G.E: Competition Overview The finale event, held […]

Dec 6, 2024

Strike

Samsung Workers’ Strike Ends; Win-Win Resolution in Tamil Nadu

In a significant turn of events, Samsung India’s workers have decided to call off their over a month-long strike at the company’s plant near Chennai. The strike, which began on September 9, had put the spotlight on issues related to wage revisions, work conditions, and the recognition of the newly-formed Samsung India Workers Union. After […]

Oct 16, 2024

Labour Law

Samsung Signs MoA with Workers at Chennai Facility

Samsung India Electronics, a key player in the tech industry, has taken a significant step towards resolving the ongoing strike at its Chennai facility. On October 7, 2024, the company signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with a section of workers, addressing their demands and aiming to improve the work environment. Samsung India: Collaborative Efforts […]

Oct 8, 2024

Strike

Samsung Chennai Factory Standoff; Workers Fast for Fair Wages

In a show of solidarity and determination, workers at Samsung India Electronics Ltd have intensified their protest by observing a one-day token fast near the company’s factory in Chennai. This protest, which has entered its fourth week, highlights the employees’ demands for wage revision and improved working conditions. Since September 9, approximately 1,100 employees of […]

Oct 4, 2024

Strike

Samsung Workers’ Strike for Fair Wages in Tamil Nadu

In a significant labor dispute that has captured attention, workers at the Samsung Electronics factory in Tamil Nadu, India, have been on strike for three weeks. Their primary demand is higher wages. As the strike continues, let’s delve into the details of this contentious issue and explore why Samsung’s workers are standing their ground. Strike […]

Sep 25, 2024

Strike

Samsung Faces Off Against Its Employees; No Work, No Pay

Since September 9, thousands of workers at Samsung Sriperumbudur plant near Chennai have been protesting in a makeshift tent outside the facility. The dispute centers around higher wages and the recognition of a union at the plant, which significantly contributes to Samsung’s annual India revenue of $12 billion. Escalating Tensions at Samsung Samsung Electronics recently […]

Sep 21, 2024

Jobs

Samsung India to Lay Off Executives Amid Business Slowdown

In a significant strategic shift, Samsung Electronics India has announced plans to lay off over 200 executives, constituting nearly 10% of its managerial workforce. These layoffs come as the company faces a combination of factors impacting its operations: slowing business growth, declining consumer demand, and increased competition. The Context Samsung India, the country’s largest consumer electronics and mobile phone manufacturer […]

Sep 11, 2024

Appointments

Samsung Electronics appoints New Head for DS Division

A global leader in technology, Samsung Electronics has announced the appointment of Young Hyun Jun as the new Head of Device Solutions (DS) Division. In this role, Young Hyun Jun to lead the Company’s semiconductor business and strengthen its competitiveness amid an uncertain global business environment. Vice Chairman Jun, who has extensive experience in the […]

May 21, 2024

Movement

Sameer Wadhawan to retire as SVP & Head- HR at Samsung

Sameer Wadhawan is set to retire as Senior Vice President & Head- Human Resources from Samsung Electronics India Limited. Tomorrow, April 30 will be his last working day with the company. He has a corporate career of 37 years and has been an experienced HR professional, HR mentor and Coach, Talent advisor, and HR strategist. […]

Apr 29, 2024

Industry

Samsung India to Empower the Youth in Future-Tech Domains

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has launched the second season of its national skilling programme – Samsung Innovation Campus – designed to upskill the youth in future-tech domains such as AI, IoT, Big Data, and Coding & Programming. Samsung Innovation Campus aims to upskill youth aged 18-25 years in future technologies and enhance their […]

Apr 27, 2024

Work Model

Samsung adopts emergency mode 6-day work week for executives

A South Korean multinational manufacturing conglomerate, Samsung has adopted an emergency mode 6-day work week for executives. According to The Korea Economic Daily, In response to escalating economic challenges, executives across all divisions of Samsung Group are slated to adopt a six-day work week, commencing as early as this week, signaling a transition to emergency […]

Apr 22, 2024

Industry

Samsung Semiconductor India expands R&D facility in Bengaluru

Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR) has announced the opening of its new R&D facility in Bengaluru. The establishment of this new facility represents a significant achievement in SSIR’s dedication to advancing semiconductor research and development in India, while also meeting the company’s increasing demands for state-of-the-art infrastructure. This office, the second one in Bengaluru, has […]

Feb 29, 2024