Azim Premji Gifts Rs 500 Crore Worth Wipro Shares To Sons Rishad And Tariq
On January 23, Azim Premji transferred over 51 lakh shares each to his sons, Rishad Premji, who is the chairman of Wipro, and Tariq Premji, serving as Wipro Enterprises non-executive director.
Jan 25, 2024, 13:45 PM IST
Started As Vegetable Oil Manufacturer Before Independence, This Indian Company Now Becomes Global Software Giant
The journey of Wipro traces back to a time before India's independence when it embarked on its initial path as a traditional vegetable oil manufacturer.
Aug 16, 2023, 16:30 PM IST
'Never Seen Photograph...' Wipro Chairman Rishad Premji Unveils Old Snapshot Of His Grandfather, Netizens Point Out Uncanny Similarity
What captivated the online audience was the uncanny resemblance between Rishad Premji and his esteemed grandfather. Observant netizens were quick to point out the striking similarities in their facial features and physique.
Aug 16, 2023, 13:24 PM IST
IT Firms To End Work From Home? Wipro Chairman Rishad Premji's Big Statement Amid Hybrid Work-Culture
According to Rishad Premji, Wipro has taken a call to shift to trust rather than control when it comes to accountability and productivity on working from home.
Mar 01, 2023, 23:53 PM IST
Wipro acquires packaged food and spices brand Nirapara
The deal size was not disclosed by the company. The Wipro group arm has signed a definitive agreement with Nirapara, a company statement said.
Dec 20, 2022, 11:28 AM IST
Not taking myself too seriously: Wipro Chairman Rishad Premji shares 6 ways to reduce stress
Several users on Twitter liked the post shared by Rishad and said that they could resonate with his views.
Dec 16, 2022, 10:17 AM IST
Wipro announces new financial services consulting capability in India
Capco, a Wipro company, will supplement its presence in the country's financial services sector through its business in Mumbai to jointly offer end-to-end transformation services for this sector.
Nov 03, 2022, 09:47 AM IST
'Decision in 10 minutes': Rishad Premji on firing of top Wipro staffer for integrity violation
Addressing the Nasscom Product Conclave here, Premji, who had earlier created a storm over termination of hundreds of staffers against the backdrop of moonlighting, said that the "decision took just 10 minutes".
Oct 20, 2022, 08:34 AM IST
'Decision took just 10 minutes': Wipro chairman Rishad Premji reveals on firing top 20 employees over moonlighting
Rishad Premji also called upon the startups to make tough decisions. "They must focus on building valuable business. The journey to build sustainabale business is long and complex. The process is slow," he said.
Oct 19, 2022, 21:01 PM IST
Moonlighting: Wipro fires 300 employees for 'integrity violation'
Asked about the action taken again employees who were found to be working parallely for the company as well as for rivals, Premji, on the sidelines of the event, said that their employment had been terminated for "act of integrity violation".
Sep 21, 2022, 18:08 PM IST
Moonlighting is plain and simple cheating in tech industry: Wipro chairman Rishad Premji
Moonlighting means working on an extra job along with a full-time job without the awareness of the main employer. The act is unethical and it might lead to lose of job.
Aug 21, 2022, 13:04 PM IST
Wipro Chairman announces return to office from Monday
Wipro Chairman Rishad Premji on sunday announced the resumption of work at company offices after 18 months due to the Covid-19 situation.
Sep 13, 2021, 14:21 PM IST
Azim Premji to retire as Wipro's MD, executive chairman today
Wipro has named Chief Executive Officer Abidali Z Neemuchwala as its new MD.
Jul 30, 2019, 10:24 AM IST
Azim Premji's pay package rose 95% to $262,054 in FY'19: Wipro
His son, Rishad Premji, who is set to take over the reins of the Bengaluru-based software services company soon, took home a compensation of USD 987,652 (about Rs 6.8 crore) in 2018-19, Wipro said in a regulatory filing on Tuesday.
Jun 12, 2019, 12:21 PM IST
Wipro founder Azim Premji to retire by July, Abidali Z Neemuchwala named as new MD
Wipro added that Rishad Premji, Chief Strategy Officer and Member of the Board, will take over as the Executive Chairman of the company.
Jun 06, 2019, 16:12 PM IST
Tariq Premji joins board of Wipro Enterprises
Tariq will join in his father and brother Rishad Premji on the board of the unlisted Wipro Enterprises as a non-executive director.
Jun 08, 2018, 16:33 PM IST
Wipro Q4 profit up 2.1%; Rishad Premji elevated to board
IT major Wipro Ltd Tuesday elevated its Chairman Azim Premji's son Rishad to the company Board in an apparent succession planning on a day it posted 2.1 percent increase in March quarter profits.
Apr 21, 2015, 22:06 PM IST
Rishad premji's appointment represents shareholder interest: Wipro
Rishad for long has been talked about as the natural choice for taking over the company's operations and the move will bring him closer to the top spot at the country's third largest IT services firm.
Apr 21, 2015, 20:45 PM IST
Azim Premji's son Rishad Premji joins Wipro Board
Rishad has for long been speculated to be a natural choice for taking over the company's operations.
Apr 21, 2015, 18:36 PM IST
