Layoffs: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Oct 2025

Employment

TCS Rewrites Script for Indias IT Future amid AI and Geopolitics

Oct 21, 2025

TCS CHRO Workforce Restructuring Will Be Handled With Care

Tata Consultancy Services TCS, Indias largest IT services firm, has confirmed that it is releasin...

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Oct 17, 2025

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Nestl to Cut , Jobs Globally Over Two Years

Nestl, the worlds largest food and beverage company, has announced plans to eliminate , jobs ...

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Oct 17, 2025

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Amazon to Cut of HR Staff Amid AI Push

Amazon is preparing to reduce up to of its Human Resources workforce, marking one of the most si...

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Oct 16, 2025

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Industry

TCS CHRO on Layoffs: No Targets, Evaluations Will Continue

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has addressed growing speculation around potential layoffs, with Chief Human Resources Officer Sudeep Kunnumal stating that the company is not pursuing any fixed headcount reduction targets. His comments came during the Q2 FY26 earnings call, where analysts raised questions about the recent decline in workforce numbers and future restructuring plans. TCS […]

Oct 15, 2025

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Goldman Sachs Plans Job Cuts as AI Reshapes Operations

Goldman Sachs is preparing for another round of job cuts as part of its broader strategy to integrate artificial intelligence into core operations and streamline costs. The move, revealed through an internal memo, is part of the firm’s “OneGS 3.0” transformation initiative, which aims to modernize workflows, improve efficiency, and position the bank for long-term […]

Oct 15, 2025

Jobs

CDC Reinstates Hundreds After Layoff Notification Errors

Hundreds of employees at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) who were initially laid off during the ongoing federal government shutdown have been reinstated following what officials described as “incorrect notifications.” The reversal has drawn attention to administrative missteps and the broader implications of workforce reductions in critical public health agencies. Layoff […]

Oct 13, 2025

Industry

Silent Layoffs Displace 50,000 Tech Workers in 2025

India’s technology sector is witnessing a quiet but significant churn in 2025, as “silent layoffs” continue to displace thousands of workers across major IT firms. Unlike formal mass terminations, these layoffs are often informal, unannounced, and executed through internal pressure tactics—such as nudging employees to resign or seek roles elsewhere. Industry estimates suggest that over […]

Oct 11, 2025

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Accenture Cuts Jobs, Invests in AI-Led Transformation

Accenture has spent approximately $2.3 billion over the past three years on a sweeping business optimization initiative, with a significant portion directed toward employee severance. The restructuring reflects a strategic shift toward AI-driven service delivery and a rebalancing of its global workforce. Breakdown of the $2.3 Billion Spend According to regulatory filings and company statements, […]

Oct 8, 2025

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SAP and Novo Nordisk Job Cuts Impact India Workforce

Global workforce reductions announced by SAP and Novo Nordisk have begun to affect employees in India, particularly in Bengaluru, where both companies maintain significant operations. The layoffs are part of broader strategic shifts driven by technological transformation and cost optimization. SAP Restructures Amid AI and Cloud Transition German software giant SAP has initiated layoffs in […]

Oct 7, 2025

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SMA Solar to Cut 350 Jobs Globally Amid Market Pressures

German solar inverter manufacturer SMA Solar Technology AG has announced plans to reduce its global workforce by 350 positions by the end of 2026. The decision is part of an expanded restructuring and transformation programme aimed at addressing weak market conditions and intense price competition in the residential and commercial solar sectors. SMA Solar Job […]

Oct 7, 2025

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Renault Considers 3,000 Job Cuts in Global Restructuring

French automaker Renault is considering a global workforce reduction of approximately 3,000 jobs, primarily targeting support functions, as part of a broader cost-optimization strategy. The move reflects mounting financial pressures and intensifying competition in the automotive sector. Renault Voluntary Redundancy Scheme Under “Arrow” Plan Renault’s proposed job cuts are part of an internal restructuring initiative […]

Oct 7, 2025

Compensation

TCS Offers Up to Two Years’ Pay to Long-Serving Employees

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has introduced a tiered severance package with a minimum payout of six months’ salary, as part of a major workforce restructuring initiative impacting around 12,000 employees. The move reflects the company’s shift toward AI, data, and cybersecurity capabilities, and its effort to phase out roles that no longer align with evolving […]

Oct 7, 2025

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Exxon Mobil Faces Scrutiny Over Global Layoff Plans

Exxon Mobil has announced a workforce reduction plan that will affect approximately 2,000 employees globally by the end of 2027. The layoffs, part of a broader effort to streamline operations and improve cost competitiveness, are concentrated in Canada and the European Union. The company aims to consolidate teams and redesign work processes to enhance collaboration […]

Oct 6, 2025

Compensation

Big Payout, Bigger Tax: TCS Employees Face Surprise Burden

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, is undergoing a significant workforce restructuring, impacting approximately 12,000 employees—roughly 2% of its global workforce. The layoffs, which began in August and continued through September 2025, are part of the company’s strategy to align talent with evolving client demands and emerging technologies such as AI and […]

Oct 6, 2025

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US Senators Question TCS on Hiring Practices and H-1B Visa Use

Two senior U.S. Senators—Charles Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and Richard Durbin, the committee’s ranking member—have formally questioned Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) over its hiring practices in the United States. In a letter dated September 24, 2025, addressed to TCS CEO K Krithivasan, the Senators posed nine detailed questions seeking data and explanations […]

Oct 4, 2025