News for 'Cognizant'

Cognizant buys Pune firm

Cognizant buys Pune firm

Rediff.com23 Feb 2004

Cognizant's hiring mix changes

Cognizant's hiring mix changes

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

The mix of direct college hires and experienced professionals in global information technology major Cognizant Technology has witnessed a change in the recent past.

Cognizant rings alarm bell for Indian IT services players

Cognizant rings alarm bell for Indian IT services players

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

As Nasdaq-listed company indicates poor spending in financial services space, Indian firms feel jittery

ITD freezes Cognizant's bank accounts on a Rs 2,500-crore dispute

ITD freezes Cognizant's bank accounts on a Rs 2,500-crore dispute

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

The allegations of DDT evasion is connected to some transactions the Indian entity has made while buying shares of the company from the Mauritius and US companies of Cognizant.

Cognizant set for China venture

Cognizant set for China venture

Rediff.com16 Jul 2004

IT major Cognizant Technology Solutions said on Friday that its development centre in China was expected to get legal status by August-end and the operations would be headed by Henry Yang, a Chinese native.

'Cognizant is constantly looking for targets'

'Cognizant is constantly looking for targets'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

In a chat with Shivani Shinde, Cognizant vice-chairman Lakshmi Narayanan explained the rationale behind the current acquisition and the way ahead.

Cognizant earmarks Rs 260 crore for flood hit Chennai

Cognizant earmarks Rs 260 crore for flood hit Chennai

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

Cognizant is one of the largest employers in the region.

What Cognizant's strong shows mean for Indian IT firms

What Cognizant's strong shows mean for Indian IT firms

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

'Cognizant's results indicate that digital related spends can more than offset headwinds in traditional services'

New Toll Data Collection Tool A Privacy Risk?

New Toll Data Collection Tool A Privacy Risk?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The implementation of this toll collection system, which will eventually eradicate toll booths, necessitates the fitting of an on-board unit (OBU) in every vehicle that can track a vehicle's location in real time.

Cognizant opens first Kerala arm

Cognizant opens first Kerala arm

Rediff.com11 Jul 2007

In the first phase, 400 professionals would be recruited and trained for the 37,000 square feet new facility housed at the special economic zone notified Muthoot IT park, Cognizant Vice-Chairman Lakshmi Narayanan told reporters in Koch.

Cognizant loosens purse strings for NGOs

Cognizant loosens purse strings for NGOs

Rediff.com18 Jun 2007

Cognizant Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of Cognizant, has extended a financial aid of approximately Rs 40 lakh (Rs 4 million) to Maharashtra-based non-governmental organisations.

What is price of human life, asks HC over death of 2 kids in Mumbai water tank

What is price of human life, asks HC over death of 2 kids in Mumbai water tank

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

A division bench of Justices Gautam Patel and Kamal Khata took suo motu cognizance of the tragic incident and initiated a public interest litigation on the issue.

The secret behind Cognizant's AMAZING success

The secret behind Cognizant's AMAZING success

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

Hiring during a recession and leveraging a stable succession gameplan are just a few amongst many other things that this firm did right.

Wipro not surprised by Cognizant results

Wipro not surprised by Cognizant results

Rediff.com3 Aug 2011

Cognizant derived 41 per cent of its revenues from financial services.

Cognizant plans a slew of promotions for its employees

Cognizant plans a slew of promotions for its employees

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Buoyed by stellar earnings in the September quarter, IT firm Cognizant said it will offer promotions for its employees at all levels up to managers.

Elon Musk's livestream with Trump hit by massive cyber attack

Elon Musk's livestream with Trump hit by massive cyber attack

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Elon Musk has announced that a massive DDoS attack hit his livestream with former United States President Donald Trump, forcing X owner to scale down the live audience.

The secret behind Cognizant's amazing success

The secret behind Cognizant's amazing success

Rediff.com26 May 2011

It was in 2008 that the company entered in the Fortune 1000 ranking at 859th position. In three years, it has ascended 375 places to find a place in the prestigious Fortune 500 ranking.

NCW seeks FIR against Mahua Moitra for remarks against Rekha Sharma

NCW seeks FIR against Mahua Moitra for remarks against Rekha Sharma

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

The NCW said it strongly condemns the defamatory remarks and requests strict action against Moitra.

Cognizant Q2 profit up 13% at $420.1 million

Cognizant Q2 profit up 13% at $420.1 million

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

IT services firm Cognizant on Wednesday posted 12.9 per cent increase in net profit to $420.1 million for the second quarter this year, revising revenue growth guidance to 20.1 per cent for the fiscal.

Cognizant eyes insurance BPOs

Cognizant eyes insurance BPOs

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

Refining its inorganic growth strategy further after carrying out acquisitions in consulting and analytics areas down the years, Cognizant Technology Solutions is understood to be scouting for business process outsourcing firms specialising in insurance in the US and Europe.

Cognizant's profit beats estimates as Europe revenue rises

Cognizant's profit beats estimates as Europe revenue rises

Rediff.com7 May 2014

Quarterly revenue from Europe rose 35 per cent, the strongest growth since the company started breaking out revenue by region two years ago.

Why 4,500 Indian IT Leaders Moved On

Why 4,500 Indian IT Leaders Moved On

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

With the rush of growth after the pandemic slowing down, many leaders are moving to firms that may be smaller but are growing much faster and have the headroom to grow.

Cognizant, Pfizer in BPO pact

Cognizant, Pfizer in BPO pact

Rediff.com25 Jan 2005

Cong shares video of BJP leader threatening Rahul, seeks Modi's reply

Cong shares video of BJP leader threatening Rahul, seeks Modi's reply

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate also shared the video and said the BJP leader is openly threatening to kill the Leader of the Opposition of this country.

Why buying TriZetto is a pretty smart move by Cognizant

Why buying TriZetto is a pretty smart move by Cognizant

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

The acquisition has opened a market to 245,000 healthcare providers, 350 payers (insurance firms) and 180 million lives.

Sandeshkhali violence: NCPCR seeks probe into cruelty on child

Sandeshkhali violence: NCPCR seeks probe into cruelty on child

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The report indicates that the miscreants forcibly entered her house and physically assaulted her. Shockingly, they also snatched her infant daughter and callously threw her away, the commission said.

100% stock options to Cognizant employees if...

100% stock options to Cognizant employees if...

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

Nasdaq-listed IT firm Cognizant on Wednesday said it will pay its senior executives 100 per cent performance-linked stock options if the company's revenues touch $8.51 billion in fiscal year 2013.

Cognizant Technology to hire 5000

Cognizant Technology to hire 5000

Rediff.com27 Jul 2004

Buoyed by the second quarter results, the Nasdaq-listed Cognizant Technology Solutions has announced its plans to hire 5,000 people by the year-end, thus taking the company's total headcount to 14,000.

Cognizant buys Fathom for $35 mn

Cognizant buys Fathom for $35 mn

Rediff.com18 Apr 2005

Cognizant back in search of Satyam

Cognizant back in search of Satyam

Rediff.com4 Apr 2009

Nasdaq-listed Cognizant Technology Solutions, which did not complete the due diligence process for Satyam Computer Services, is understood to be back in the race to acquire the troubled software company.

Bishnoi gang wanted to kill me, my family: Salman

Bishnoi gang wanted to kill me, my family: Salman

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

He heard a firecracker-like sound while being asleep at his residence in Galaxy Apartments in the early hours of April 14, Khan told police.

Cognizant plans 3 more India units

Cognizant plans 3 more India units

Rediff.com23 Dec 2003

Leading IT services provider Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp plans to build three more fully-owned technocomplexes covering over 600,000 sq feet area for its 6,500 employees

Cognizant's V-C stumped by its growth

Cognizant's V-C stumped by its growth

Rediff.com2 Apr 2012

Size of targeted firms for M&As increases from $10-20 mn to $80-100 mn.

Not following UP model, told party: Vikramaditya Singh

Not following UP model, told party: Vikramaditya Singh

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

He said the multi-party committee formed by the Speaker in Himachal Pradesh would discuss all issues about street vending on October 3. Singh's remarks came a day after the Congress top brass chided him over his remarks on mandatory display of names by the street vendors and told him that no one was allowed to go against the party's policies and ideologies.

Woman groped on flooded Lucknow road, 16 held; 8 cops face action

Woman groped on flooded Lucknow road, 16 held; 8 cops face action

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

A woman riding pillion on a motorcycle was groped and harassed by a group of men in a waterlogged area in Lucknow, prompting police to arrest four people and take action against eight officials, including the deputy commissioner of police (DCP) concerned.

India, Canada expel diplomats amid deepening rift

India, Canada expel diplomats amid deepening rift

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

India on Monday expelled six Canadian diplomats and announced withdrawing its high commissioner and other 'targeted' officials from Canada after strongly dismissing Ottawa's allegations linking the envoy to a probe into the killing of Sikh extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in a major downturn in already frosty ties between the two nations.

Cognizant hikes share repurchase to $200 mn

Cognizant hikes share repurchase to $200 mn

Rediff.com8 Dec 2007

IT and business process outsourcing services provider Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation has expanded its share repurchase programme to $200 million.

Man missing from police custody declared dead, found alive 14 years later

Man missing from police custody declared dead, found alive 14 years later

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

The case dates back to 2005, when the Punjab police arrested a man under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS) and later claimed that he escaped from custody. His father filed a habeas corpus and a few days later, a body was found and it was assumed that it was of the accused person arrested under the NDPS charges. Incidentally, the man was found alive after 14 years.