Karnataka’s new job reservation bill, announced by Siddaramaiah, reserves roles for local candidates and has already triggered Nasscom’s backlash, especially from major employers like Google and Intel. The law is enforced through a nodal agency, with penalties ranging from ₹10,000 to ₹25,000 and daily fines for repeat violations. Companies may need training plans, exemptions, and must keep 25% management and 50% non-management reserved slots.
Nasscom says IT firms must act swiftly and decisively in harassment cases, backing a strict, non-negotiable approach to misconduct. The statement comes as Tata Consultancy Services faces allegations of sexual harassment, religious misconduct, and coercion at its Nashik office. Employees were suspended during an investigation, while police arrested seven people and formed an SIT to dig deeper.
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Nasscom’s new chairperson Srikanth Velamakanni says AI is triggering a structural shift across India’s technology sector. He points to near-term challenges such as adjusting hiring practices, while stressing major opportunities as demand for tech talent accelerates. Geopolitics may complicate timelines, but the industry is preparing for widespread AI adoption.
Nasscom Foundation has partnered with IBM to upskill more than 87,000 marginalised youth nationwide through the IBM SkillsBuild programme. The initiative offers free, future-ready training in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics and professional skills, with mentorship and hands-on learning to help participants gain real workplace readiness.
Nasscom has appointed Srikanth Velamakanni, a Fractal cofounder, as its new Chairperson, succeeding Sindhu Gangadharan. Known for expertise in AI and analytics, Velamakanni is expected to push rapid transformation across service sectors by scaling artificial intelligence adoption and innovation. The move signals a renewed focus on technology-led competitiveness for India’s digital economy.
Nasscom has reiterated a zero-tolerance stance on harassment after allegations involving Tata Consultancy Services and Infosys. The industry body said firms have strict internal rules and act quickly, adding the reported cases appear isolated and do not indicate a broader pattern across the sector. Infosys separately confirmed its zero-tolerance policy for harassment.
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