Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has opened a state-of-the-art delivery center in Toulouse, France, to support the aerospace sector and related industries such as manufacturing and defense.
This new facility is equipped to utilize cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), generative AI, machine learning, and data analytics.
By leveraging these tools, TCS aims to provide advanced solutions to its clients,...
Adecco India has announced a significant expansion of its Global Capability Center (GCC), with plans to increase its workforce to over 2,500 employees by the end of the year.
This expansion is part of Adecco's strategic vision to enhance its global service capabilities and reinforce its leadership in talent management and workforce solutions across 60 countries worldwide.
Adecco India: Current...
JPMorgan Chase's recent decision to mandate a five-day office return for its employees has sparked significant discussions about unionization among the workforce.
The move, announced on January 10, 2025, has led to discontent among employees who were previously on hybrid schedules.
JPMorgan Return to Office Mandate and Employee Backlash
The new policy requires approximately 40% of JPMorgan's 300,000-strong workforce to return...
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to introduce a series of incentives and measures aimed at boosting female labor force participation in the upcoming Budget 2025, scheduled for February 1.
This initiative is part of a broader strategy to achieve gender parity in the workforce and enhance the country's GDP contribution.
The global female labor force participation rate stands...
The field of Human Resources (HR) is undergoing major changes, influenced by advances in technology and shifts in workforce expectations.
To meet these challenges and remain competitive, HR leaders must focus on critical priorities that address both immediate and long-term needs.
Here are the top HR trends shaping 2025 and actionable solutions to overcome common obstacles.
1- Developing Leaders and Managers
Challenges:...
India's legal landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as legal firms increasingly tap into diverse talent pools to meet the evolving demands of modern business and regulatory environments.
This shift is driven by the rising complexity of legal issues, particularly in areas such as technology, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance, and cybercrime.
Legal Firms Hiring 2025: Multidisciplinary Expertise
To address...
The Big Four firms Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG have advised employees to reduce business travel and prioritize virtual meetings to save costs and address environmental concerns, according to a report by Money Control.
Big Four firms are urging employees to limit trips, including client visits, in favor of online collaboration. For unavoidable travel, employees are encouraged to use...
India's top five IT services companies—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, HCLTech, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra—reported job cuts of 2,587 employees in the third quarter of FY25 (Q3FY25), reflecting a seasonal slowdown typical for the industry.
This comes after a strong hiring boost in the previous quarter, suggesting a cautious recovery after the challenges of the past few years.
Hiring Trends...
Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, in collaboration with the ESIC and International Social Security Association (ISSA), is organizing a two-day international seminar on the topic "Formalization and Social Security Coverage for Workers in the Informal Sector: Challenges and Innovations."
The seminar will be held at Yashobhoomi - India International Convention & Expo Centre in New Delhi...
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced significant reforms to simplify the process of transferring provident fund (PF) accounts.
These changes aim to enhance service delivery and ensure ease of living for its members.
EPFO: Simplified Transfer Process
EPFO has streamlined the PF transfer process by removing the requirement for employer intervention in most cases.
Members whose e-KYC is fully compliant...