A new report by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) has raised concerns over the impact of algorithmic management (AM) on job quality in India, citing “clear” evidence of increased workplace monitoring, surveillance, and work intensity. The findings, part of a joint 2024 study by the ILO and the European Commission, show a stark contrast in how algorithmic systems affect job quality across different regions. While...

India’s Global Capability Centre (GCC) workforce is projected to grow significantly over the next few years, reaching 3 million professionals by 2030, according to new insights released by FirstMeridian Business Services. This expansion is expected to generate approximately 4 lakh jobs for freshers, signalling strong demand for early-career talent across a rapidly expanding ecosystem. The data highlights a promising trajectory for India’s GCC sector, which...

Amid ongoing market challenges and subdued demand, Indian IT major Infosys has reportedly laid off an additional 240 entry-level employees after they failed to clear internal assessments. The layoffs, reported by Moneycontrol, were communicated through company emails sent on April 18, 2025. Internal Assessments Prompt Layoffs Amid Demand Uncertainty This is the second round of performance-linked terminations this year, following the exit of over 300 trainees...