Around 63% of Indian respondents say that their Learning & Development programmes cannot keep up with how quickly AI is transforming jobs
Around 63 per cent of Indian respondents say that their Learning & Development programmes cannot keep up with how quickly AI is transforming jobs

Cognizant and Pearson joint study finds 6 in 10 HR leaders admit L&D programs are failing to keep pace as AI rapidly reshapes entry-level roles TEANECK, N.J. and LONDON, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) and Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) today r…
AI is now performing nearly 37% of entry-level tasks in India, exceeding the global average. HR leaders anticipate entry-level roles will evolve to supervising AI systems within five years, with AI also expected to create new job categories. Organizations are…

Over one-third — almost 37 per cent — of entry-level tasks in India are already performed by AI, surpassing the global average of 33 per cent, according to a joint study by Cognizant and Pearson that cited a survey of HR leaders.
Cognizant could be heading toward one of the biggest tech layoffs of the year, following cuts at companies like Amazon and Oracle. Reports suggest the IT services firm may reduce between 12,000 and 15,000 jobs globally, although the company has not confirmed …
Cognizant has raised its share buyback programme to $2 billion, signalling strong capital return plans and confidence in long-term growth. The move triggered a sharp rally in the stock, even as the IT services firm continues to face pressure from a broader mu…
India Business News: BENGALURU: Cognizant has said its board approved a $2 billion increase to its existing share repurchase programme and raised its 2026 share buyback ta.
The top five cities by participation were Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Coimbatore, and Pune; In line with Cognizant’s commitment to inclusion, each four-member team needed at least two women

The possible job cuts come at a time when many large IT firms are restructuring Slower spending by clients rising automation and the growing use of AI are changing the way companies operate

Cognizant has said it expects to incur $230 million and $320 million in costs under its newly announced Project Leap, with $200 million to $270 million set aside for severance and other personnel expenses

Cognizant joins TCS and HCLTech in cutting shareholder payouts as it channels more free cash flow into AI-led acquisitions and capability building.

Cognizant has taken on pre-lease the Block 1 at Embassy Splendid TechZone, located on the Pallavaram–Thoraipakkam Road, a prime IT corridor in the city, sources say
Cognizant’s Project Leap restructuring targets $300 million in savings and margin expansion, even as the company lowers full-year guidance amid a softer demand environment.