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Byju’s pays Jan. salary to staff; CEO admits to financial challenges

While the employees of Byju’s have received their January salaries before the promised date, they have also been apprised of the financial struggles the...

Online higher education platform upGrad to downsize?

Upgrad may let go of hundreds of its employees in the days to come, reported IANS. If the source is to be believed, people aware...

Pluralsight lets go of 400, CEO takes full responsibility of layoff

Pluralsight, the online education platform catering to developers and IT professionals, is letting go 400 people from its workforce. Aaron Skonnard, CEO, Pluralsight, has...

Unacademy lets go 350 jobs amidst funding winter

There has been a second round of layoffs at Unacademy, affecting 10 per cent of its 3,500-strong workforce this time. About 350 employees have...

Brainly lets go entire India team

Brainly, the Poland-based edtech platform has had to let go its entire India team. This India shutdown was announced abruptly as per the social-media...

Edtech platform, BeyondSkool, is hiring ‘EduPreneurs’

BeyondSkool, the education technology platform, is looking to take on quality professionals, including technologists, educationists and business professionals, as part of its aim to...

$200 mn in funds for Byju’s

Byju’s, the Bangalore-based edtech platform, has managed to raise funds to the tune of $200 mn in a fresh round of funding, which saw...

How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement

In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...

Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces

Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...
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Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’

In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...
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Tata Steel: Journey through excellence in talent acquisition 

Tata Steel, part of the Tata Group, is a multinational steel-making company headquartered in Mumbai, India. It is one of the world's leading steel...

Saudi Arabia upscales ‘Saudisation’ drive with HR jobs restriction

Saudi Arabia has taken a further step in its ‘Saudisation’ labour policy, reserving human resources (HR) positions for Saudi nationals only. This move, announced...

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Dell announces workforce reduction amid sluggish PC demand

As a part of a broader cost-cutting initiative, Dell Technologies has announced a workforce reduction. The decision comes amidst a prolonged period of sluggish...

How Hindustan Zinc mines a path for women in leadership

In the rugged world of mining, traditionally a male domain, Hindustan Zinc, a leading Indian zinc producer, is making history. Forget quotas; the company...

Salil B Lal rises to head-HR at Maruti Suzuki

In a significant leadership rejig, Maruti Suzuki India has elevated Salil B Lal to the role of head-human resources. Lal has been a part...

Uniqlo boosts UK retail staff pay and benefits

Uniqlo is bolstering its commitment to employee welfare in the UK. The fashion clothing brand is raising hourly rates for its retail staff by...

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