Indian It Industry

New H-1B rules unlikely to impact large Indian IT firms, says Nasscom head

Nasscom President Rajesh Nambiar says recent US H-1B visa changes will have little effect on large Indian IT firms, as companies have already boosted local hiring and are preparing for new rules

Trump's H-1B shock: Offshoring likely to get lift, IT cos may take a hit

New US visa fee piles pressure on Indian IT firms, threatening margins and accelerating shift to GCCs, automation, and local hiring

Major American tech companies to bear the brunt of H-1B visa fee hike

Data from the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) reveals that out of the top 10 beneficiaries of the H-1B programme in 2025, only two are Indian IT services firms and the rest are global

Reinventing rules of business key to Indian IT companies' valuation

Experts say Indian IT services must boost R&D, acquisitions, and AI-led innovation to avoid being seen as legacy providers

Indian IT firms slash H-1B dependence as US tightens immigration rules

Indian IT companies are reportedly cutting down on H-1B visas, hiring more locally in the US, as tougher immigration rules, rising costs, and AI-led changes reshape global outsourcing models

From TCS to Wipro, India's top IT companies a gravy train for shareholders

Top Indian IT firms returned over ₹6.4 trillion to shareholders in 10 years while reinvesting just ₹1.2 trillion, raising questions amid slowing growth and AI-led churn

Why Indian IT firms are cutting jobs even as revenue continues to grow

Even as top line growth holds steady, IT giants such as TCS, Infosys and Wipro are shedding jobs, signalling a shift to automation, pyramid reset and legacy rationalisation

Attrition, hiring at IT companies continue to float on choppy waters

This comes in a tepid job market, where overall demand remains soft but companies are scrambling to find talent with niche digital skills like artificial intelligence (AI), cloud, and cybersecurity

Indian IT firms use AI to drive sales growth with fewer new hires

HCL Technologies Ltd. and LTIMindtree Ltd. are among companies saying they need fewer new staff to keep revenue increasing

Nifty IT at 9-month low; brokerages flag weak earnings outlook for sector

Among individual IT stocks, Infosys slipped over 5 per cent in intraday deals on Wednesday, after Morgan Stanley downgraded the stock to 'equal weight', and preferred TCS.

Experts call for building digital infra to tap IT talent in small cities

With remote IT work expanding opportunities for professionals in Tier 2 & 3 cities, experts have called for investment in digital infrastructure and upskilling to connect talent with global projects. Experts have also hailed the government's move to set up five National Centres of Excellence for Skilling as a strategic move to align youths' capabilities with the demands of both domestic and international markets. Atul Soneja, Chief Operating Officer, Tech Mahindra, said, "The rise of remote IT work has notably expanded opportunities for professionals in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. This shift provides earning potential and promotes inclusive growth." To fully harness this opportunity, it is imperative to invest in robust digital infrastructure, offer continuous skill development programmes, and create platforms connecting talent from these regions with global projects, Soneja said. Ganesh Gopalan, co-founder & CEO, Gnani.ai said that to fully tap talent in small cities, ...

Indian IT sector 'bytes' into 2025 with cautious optimism amid big AI bets

The Indian IT industry steps into 2025 with hope and optimism of improved tech spending and stronger deal pipeline as businesses across-the-board take bold AI bets, but all eyes are on global macroeconomic cues as well as the US' stance on trade and high-skilled immigration as President-elect Donald Trump returns to White House next month. With Q2 report card of most IT heavyweights fuelling hopes of an improved client demand over the coming quarters - industry pundits predict a notable rebound in growth and profitability metrics materialising by late 2025 or the second half of FY26, if all goes well. Experts also expect tech M&A counters to buzz right through 2025, with big data, cloud and Gen AI (Generative AI) acting as major draws for companies with takeover appetites. Meanwhile, the IPO market - heady from 2024 highs - seems all primed up for yet another blockbuster year as a slew of tech startups are readying for a market debut to capitalise on euphoria. Sindhu Gangadharan, .

Nasscom announces SAP Labs India MD Sindhu Gangadharan as chairperson

IT industry body nasscom on Monday announced the appointment of SAP Labs India Managing Director Sindhu Gangadharan as its chairperson with immediate effect. Gangadharan takes the chair from Rajesh Nambiar, who has been appointed president-designate for nasscom (National Association of Software and Service Companies). "Nasscom has played a pivotal role in propelling India's emergence as a global innovation leader. With our nation's robust engineering R&D capabilities, innovative potential, and extensive digital talent pool, India is well-positioned to spearhead large-scale digital transformations that are sustainable and inclusive," she said. The first woman to lead SAP Labs India, Gangadharan was appointed as the Chair for nasscom GCC Council last year. A board member of Siemens India and Titan Company, she is also a member of the Steering Committee of the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce. Last week, Nambiar stepped down from IT firm Cognizant as its India MD and chairman. The ...

Vineet Nayyar's legacy of innovation will shape industry for years

Vineet's indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact have left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him

LTTS signs €45 mn deal to train European auto supplier Forvia's engineers

5-year partnership also involves Indian company providing engineering services to Forvia

TCS looking to increase prices to boost operating margins: CFO Seksaria

The company said it is expecting a "better" fiscal 2025 on a robust deal pipeline including a record $13.2 billion worth of orders in the reporting quarter

Troubles for Indian IT firms linger as clients tighten their budgets

Accenture Plc lowered its revenue outlook last month, citing a pullback in software spending by Wall Street firms, which are among the Indian companies' biggest clients

Cognizant defers annual salary hikes to Aug 1, says 'recognises hard work'

Nasdaq-listed information technology company employs some 250,000 people in India

Integration challenges, valuations key hurdles for LTI Mindtree investors

Centrum Research believes that the company has sufficient operating levers that will help it report a higher margin in FY25 vs FY24

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