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IT Ministry flags concerns over TCS layoffs, seeks clarification

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YourStory · 24d ago

IT Ministry flags concerns over TCS layoffs, seeks clarification

The IT Ministry is examining TCS's decision to lay off 12,000 employees, which has raised concerns within India’s largest IT services company amidst a strategy shift focusing on AI and technology investments. The layoffs, affecting especially middle and senior grades, have sparked protests from employee unions like NITES, which question the legality of TCS's actions. The unions are threatening further actions unless TCS halts the layoffs and complies with retrenchment regulations. The situation reflects a wider industry trend amid global economic uncertainties.

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TCS layoffs: No employee has complained, IT firm tells Karnataka labour authority - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 16d ago

TCS layoffs: No employee has complained, IT firm tells Karnataka labour authority - The Economic Times

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) met with Karnataka's labour officials following complaints from the Karnataka State IT/ITeS Employees Union regarding impending layoffs. The IT giant is set to lay off 12,000 employees globally, raising concerns over labour law violations. Although TCS representatives claimed to be unaware of the precise number and location of layoffs, they were asked to address employee grievances. Further discussions are scheduled, despite TCS not recognizing the union or any specific employee complaints.

Karnataka IT/ITeS Employees Union seeks action against TCS over job cuts - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 23d ago

Karnataka IT/ITeS Employees Union seeks action against TCS over job cuts - The Economic Times

Karnataka's IT/ITeS Employees Union (KITU) has filed an industrial dispute against Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) for allegedly forcing resignations and initiating mass layoffs, affecting over 12,000 employees. The union accuses TCS of violating the Industrial Disputes Act by not seeking government approval for the job cuts. TCS cites skill mismatches as the reason for layoffs amid macro uncertainties. The central government is examining the issue, seeking justice for affected employees.

NITES alleges forced employee transfers at TCS, files complaint

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Livemint · 1y ago

NITES alleges forced employee transfers at TCS, files complaint

NITES, a grievance agency for IT employees, has filed a complaint against Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) with the Ministry of Labour and Employment. The complaint alleges that TCS has been forcibly transferring over 2,000 employees without proper notice or consultation. NITES has requested the ministry to investigate the matter and take appropriate action. TCS has not responded to these allegations but has referred to the transfers as routine. NITES has previously accused TCS of other labor issues and demanded compensation for affected employees.

Child Rights Body Flags KYC Non-Compliance For Gambling Apps

Inc42 · 1y ago

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The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has written to the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) in India, raising concerns about the lack of Know Your Customer (KYC) norms for gambling apps and websites. The NCPCR found that numerous illegal gambling platforms are operating in the country, targeting minors through social media messaging platforms. They have urged the IT ministry to develop a detailed report of these apps and websites within 10 days. This comes after the government introduced stricter guidelines for the online gaming industry last year to ensure safety and combat fraud.

Meta flags DPDP Act clauses, seeks government collaboration

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Economic Times · 4m ago

Meta flags DPDP Act clauses, seeks government collaboration

Meta has raised concerns over India's Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, specifically regarding restrictions on profiling minors, data localisation, and verifiable parental consent. The company emphasizes the importance of personalized experiences and cross-border data transfers in the digital economy. Meta seeks collaboration with the Indian government to balance safety and compliance. Additionally, the company highlights the need for nuanced age-based consent and acknowledges India's pragmatic approach to AI regulation using existing frameworks.

TCS under fire for allegedly forcing transfers, employees union, cries foul

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Livemint · 1y ago

TCS under fire for allegedly forcing transfers, employees union, cries foul

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is facing allegations of unethical transfer practices from the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES), a union representing IT workers. NITES has filed a complaint against TCS, claiming that the company has forced over 2,000 employees to relocate without proper notice or consultation. The union has urged the Ministry of Labour and Employment to investigate TCS's actions and take measures to protect IT workers. TCS is also accused of stopping salaries and threatening disciplinary action against employees who refuse to comply with the forced transfers.

TCS employees receiving income tax notices are a ‘discrepancy’, ITRs will be reprocessed: Report | Mint

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Livemint · 11m ago

TCS employees receiving income tax notices are a ‘discrepancy’, ITRs will be reprocessed: Report | Mint

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has stated that the tax demands sent to its employees were a discrepancy, and the Department of Income Tax will reprocess the returns. Approximately 40,000 TCS employees received tax notices, demanding between ₹50,000 and ₹1 lakh, depending on their seniority. TCS assured employees that they will receive rectification intimations and are not required to pay any demand amount. The IT major did not offer a comment on the matter but confirmed receiving a clarification from tax authorities regarding the income-tax demand notice issue.

State government intervention not needed in TCS layoffs: Priyank Kharge - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 21d ago

State government intervention not needed in TCS layoffs: Priyank Kharge - The Economic Times

Karnataka IT minister Priyank Kharge stated that government intervention is unnecessary in the recent TCS layoffs, which involved nearly 12,000 job cuts due to business overestimation and skill mismatch, not AI disruption. The state will only intervene if AI upskilling incentives are required to safeguard jobs. The Karnataka Labour Minister had requested TCS to explain the layoffs, while the Karnataka State IT/ITeS Employees Union filed a complaint alleging violations of labor laws.

Startup backers told to share investment information

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Economic Times · 4m ago

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Distributors’ Body Flags Use Of Private Vehicles By Ecommerce, Quick Commerce Players

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