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India.com
16-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
Narayana Murthy makes BIG move, Infosys Foundation launches Rs 2000000000 programme, set to affect 5 lakh people due to...
Masterstroke by Narayana Murthy's Infosys as it acquires another firm for Rs 5320000000, company is..., it works in... Infosys Foundation, the charity arm of IT giant Infosys, has started a new program worth Rs. 200 crore to help 5 lakh job seekers in India find work by the year 2030. This program is called the Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program. It is part of Infosys Springboard, the company's free online learning platform. The goal is to provide useful skills and job training that go beyond what is taught in classrooms. In just the current financial year (FY25), more than 80,000 people have already found jobs through this program in different industries, the company said. Who can join Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program? This program is open to both graduates and students who haven't finished college. It supports people looking for jobs in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and also non-STEM fields. Training is given in new-age technologies like: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Machine Learning (ML) Digital Marketing Finance Soft skills like communication, time management, and interview skills Working with partners Infosys Foundation is working with around 20 organizations to run this program. These include: ICT Academy Unnati Nirmaan Magic Bus Aga Khan Rural Support Programme Centum CII Foundation NIIT Foundation These groups help find job opportunities and support learners in building their careers. What the foundation says Sumit Virmani, a trustee of Infosys Foundation, said, 'India has a big opportunity to train people in the skills needed by industries today, especially in the age of AI. This program helps people move from learning to earning.' He also said the main goal is to close the gap between learning and getting a stable job, while also helping the country's economy grow.
Mint
15-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Infosys CSR arm launches skill program to help 0.5 mn job seekers; Over ₹200 cr committed in Ph-1
New Delhi, Jul 15 (PTI) Infosys Foundation on Tuesday announced the launch of a program that aims to enable half a million job seekers in India to gain meaningful employment by 2030, as the philanthropic and CSR arm of the Indian tech behemoth committed over ₹ 200 crore for its first phase. Infosys Springboard, the flagship digital learning platform from Infosys, will offer support not just for learning and skilling but also opportunities for learners to have sustainable livelihoods and careers. "Infosys announced the launch of Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program to enable half a million job seekers in India to gain meaningful employment by 2030," the company said in a release. Infosys Foundation has committed over ₹ 200 crore for the first phase of the program. The Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program focuses on job creation for both graduates and undergraduates youth across STEM and non-STEM industries. The program will also provide, through Infosys Springboard, additional industry-relevant curricula in cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, and in functions like digital marketing and finance. In addition, foundational modules on communication skills, time management, and interview preparation will help learners and job seekers develop essential workplace competencies. Infosys Foundation has teamed up with nearly 20 implementation partners, including ICT Academy, Unnati, Nirmaan, Magic Bus, Aga Khan Rural Support Programme, Centum, CII Foundation, and NIIT Foundation, to curate job opportunities and create career pathways.
Mint
15-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Infosys CSR arm launches skill program to help 0.5 mn job seekers; Over ₹200 cr committed in Ph-1
New Delhi, Jul 15 (PTI) Infosys Foundation on Tuesday announced the launch of a program that aims to enable half a million job seekers in India to gain meaningful employment by 2030, as the philanthropic and CSR arm of the Indian tech behemoth committed over ₹ 200 crore for its first phase. Infosys Springboard, the flagship digital learning platform from Infosys, will offer support not just for learning and skilling but also opportunities for learners to have sustainable livelihoods and careers. "Infosys announced the launch of Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program to enable half a million job seekers in India to gain meaningful employment by 2030," the company said in a release. Infosys Foundation has committed over ₹ 200 crore for the first phase of the program. The Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program focuses on job creation for both graduates and undergraduates youth across STEM and non-STEM industries. The program will also provide, through Infosys Springboard, additional industry-relevant curricula in cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, and in functions like digital marketing and finance. In addition, foundational modules on communication skills, time management, and interview preparation will help learners and job seekers develop essential workplace competencies. Infosys Foundation has teamed up with nearly 20 implementation partners, including ICT Academy, Unnati, Nirmaan, Magic Bus, Aga Khan Rural Support Programme, Centum, CII Foundation, and NIIT Foundation, to curate job opportunities and create career pathways. 'The big opportunity in our country is to focus on skilling initiatives to meet industry and AI-age demands, and then shape a path from learning to livelihood Sumit Virmani, Trustee, Infosys Foundation, said, adding the Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program is conceptualised to meet this urgent need.
The Hindu
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Infosys Foundation launches livelihood programme to make half a million youths industry ready by 2030
Infosys Foundation, the philanthropic and CSR arm of Infosys, on Tuesday (July 15, 2025) launched the 'Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program' to enable half a million job seekers in India to find employment by 2030. The foundation also made a commitment of over ₹200 crore to fund the first phase of the programme. According to the company, Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program would focus on job creation for both graduate and undergraduate youth across STEM and non-STEM industries. The programme would also offer industry-relevant curricula in cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning, and training in functions like digital marketing and finance. In addition, it would cover foundational modules on communication skills, time management and interview preparation to assist learners and job seekers in developing essential workplace competencies. Infosys Foundation has roped in some 20 implementation partners, including ICT Academy, Unnati, Nirmaan, Magic Bus, Aga Khan Rural Support Programme, Centum, CII Foundation and NIIT Foundation, to curate diverse job opportunities and create meaningful career pathways. Sumit Virmani, trustee, Infosys Foundation, said, 'The big opportunity in our country is to focus on skilling initiatives to meet industry and AI-age demands, and then shape a path from learning to livelihood. The Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program is conceptualised to meet this urgent need.'' By partnering with experts and investing in industry-relevant curricula, the program would empower talented youth in India to skill themselves to secure and sustain rewarding careers, thereby also paving the way for job creation to drive the country's advancement and economic growth, he added. V. Srikanth, Chief Executive Officer, ICT Academy, said, ``The demand for a workforce skilled in advanced IT, KPO, BFSI, Retail, e-commerce, and logistics has never been higher.'' This programme has the potential to be a game-changer in the lives of unemployed youth, akin to the transformative impact of the mid-day meal scheme for underprivileged children, opined Ramesh Swamy, Founder, Unnati Foundation. Infosys Springboard, a digital learning platform from Infosys, has placed over 80,000 job seekers in new jobs across industries in FY25, the company claimed.
Korea Herald
19-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Infosys a Top 100 Global Brand for 2025. Achieves 34% Brand Value Surge, Ranks among the Top 5% of Most Trusted Brands in the U.S.
BENGALURU, India, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced that it has been ranked, for the fourth consecutive year, among the 100 most valuable brands in the world, according to Kantar, the leading marketing data and analytics business, in its annual BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands report. Infosys is ranked as #73 most valuable brand in the world and featured amongst the top 5% of most trusted global brands in the U.S. "Our efforts are relentlessly focused on building Infosys into one of the most respected IT services brands in the world, differentiated by our expertise and innovation in helping our clients navigate an AI-first world. Even as we evolve to remain relevant to the changing needs of our stakeholders, our brand remains unchanging in its commitment to live our purpose - amplifying human potential and creating the next opportunity for all," said Sumit Virmani, Global Chief Marketing Officer, Infosys. "We are pleased to see our brand value continue to grow, and Infosys be trusted and counted among the most valuable global brands," he added. The Kantar BrandZ recognition underscores our ability to strategically balance the timelessness of our brand with the timeliness of the reinventions we are making to be able to help our clients transform themselves to succeed in these times of uncertainty, ceaseless disruption, and pervasive AI. Our leadership in enterprise AI is backed by our now market dominating sub brands Infosys Topaz for AI-powered solutions and Infosys Cobalt for enterprise cloud. We continue growing mindshare for Infosys in the AI for enterprises space and have most recently added another sub brand Infosys Aster bringing our AI-amplified marketing suite for enterprises. Brand Finance, the world's leading brand valuation firm, recognized us, earlier this year, as the Top 3 IT services brand, and the fastest growing brand in the industry, over a 5-year period. "By drawing on the depth of BrandZ's database over the last quarter of a century, our insights show that with the right level of investment and strategic focus, brands have huge potential to drive growth for their owners," said Martin Guerrieria, Head of Kantar BrandZ. "The growing demand for AI technologies puts Infosys in a prime position to capitalise on its brand value and the trust it has earned with its growing customer base." Beyond business, the brand continues to be trusted as a responsible corporate citizen steering positive change in the communities we work and live in. Through the giving back programs driven by Infosys Foundation we are actively working in the areas of healthcare, education, sustainability, and women empowerment. The Infosys Springboard initiative has already helped build digital skills by providing free learning programs to 12 million people around the world. Infosys continues to be carbon neutral with aspirations to remain at the forefront of sustainability. Infosys was also recognized by Ethisphere, once again, in 2025, among the world's most ethical companies. About Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands The global ranking, which marks its 20th anniversary in 2025, has become an authoritative source for understanding the value and impact of brands in a dynamic market landscape and highlights the ongoing challenges that marketers face in an era of volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity. Published annually, the Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands report ranks the world's top brands across categories, providing valuable insights into shifting consumer preferences, brand performance, and industry trends. The foundation of Kantar BrandZ lies in its robust methodology, which combines consumer perceptions with financial data to present a holistic view of a brand's value as a corporate asset. About Infosys Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 300,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. We enable clients in more than 56 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by cloud and AI. We enable them with an AI-first core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace. Visit to see how Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY) can help your enterprise navigate your next. Safe Harbor Certain statements in this release concerning our future growth prospects, or our future financial or operating performance, are forward-looking statements intended to qualify for the 'safe harbor' under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties relating to these statements include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties regarding the execution of our business strategy, increased competition for talent, our ability to attract and retain personnel, increase in wages, investments to reskill our employees, our ability to effectively implement a hybrid work model, economic uncertainties and geo-political situations, technological disruptions and innovations such as Generative AI, the complex and evolving regulatory landscape including immigration regulation changes, our ESG vision, our capital allocation policy and expectations concerning our market position, future operations, margins, profitability, liquidity, capital resources, our corporate actions including acquisitions, and cybersecurity matters. Important factors that may cause actual results or outcomes to differ from those implied by the forward-looking statements are discussed in more detail in our US Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024. These filings are available at Infosys may, from time to time, make additional written and oral forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the Company unless it is required by law.
