Layoffs: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Aug 2025

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ClearTax Lays Off of Workforce, Freshers Most Affected

Aug 6, 2025

Samsung Layoffs Spark Fears of Global Restructuring

Samsung Electronics is facing scrutiny after reports of widespread layoffs across its global operati...

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Aug 6, 2025

Amazon Lays Off Employees in Podcast Division

Amazon has announced a major restructuring of its audio operations, resulting in the layoff of appro...

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Aug 5, 2025

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TCS Misses Labour Ministry Meet, Offers Written Clarification

Tata Consultancy Services TCS, has come under scrutiny for its recent decision to lay off , e...

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Aug 2, 2025

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TCS Faces Government Scrutiny for Workforce Restructuring

Ministry of Labour and Employment has formally summoned Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to address two pressing issues: the layoff of approximately 12,000 employees and the delayed onboarding of 600 lateral hires. The meeting, scheduled for August 1, 2025, will be held at Shramev Jayate Bhawan in New Delhi, with senior TCS executives expected to attend […]

Jul 31, 2025

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Nasscom Urges Skilling Over Panic as TCS Layoffs

Following Tata Consultancy Services’ (TCS) announcement to lay off 12,000 employees—roughly 2% of its global workforce—the National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom) has issued a measured response, framing the development as part of a broader industry transition rather than a crisis. The apex IT industry body emphasized that the sector is at an […]

Jul 30, 2025

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TCS Layoffs Prompt Surge in Job Searches Among Employees

India’s largest IT services firm, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), is witnessing a noticeable uptick in job-seeking activity among its employees following the company’s announcement to lay off 12,000 staffers—approximately 2% of its global workforce—in fiscal 2026. Executive search firms and recruitment agencies have confirmed a rise in queries and resume submissions from mid- and senior-level […]

Jul 29, 2025

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Employee Unions Push Back Against TCS Layoffs

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, is facing mounting criticism from employee unions and advocacy groups following its announcement to lay off 12,000 employees—approximately 2% of its global workforce—in FY26. The move has been labeled the largest mass layoff in Indian IT history, sparking widespread concern across the sector. Mid- and senior-level […]

Jul 29, 2025

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Ola Krutrim Cuts Over 100 Jobs in Strategic Restructuring

Ola Krutrim, the artificial intelligence startup founded by Bhavish Aggarwal, has laid off more than 100 employees in its second round of workforce reduction, primarily affecting its linguistics division. The layoffs follow a smaller round in June 2025, and come just weeks after the launch of Krutrim’s flagship AI assistant, Kruti, which supports 13 Indian […]

Jul 28, 2025

Industry

TCS Layoffs Shatter Perception of Job Security in Indian IT Sector

The recent announcement by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to lay off 12,200 employees—roughly 2% of its global workforce—has sent shockwaves through India’s IT industry. Once considered a bastion of job stability, TCS is now at the center of a broader reckoning about employment security, especially for professionals over the age of 45. The layoffs, scheduled […]

Jul 28, 2025

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TCS to Cut 12,000 Jobs in Strategic Workforce Realignment

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services exporter, has announced plans to lay off approximately 12,000 employees, representing 2% of its global workforce, over the course of FY26. The move is part of a broader strategy to make the organization “future-ready” amid evolving technological demands, operational shifts, and changing client expectations. The layoffs will […]

Jul 28, 2025

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Intel to Cut 24,000 Jobs in 2025 as Part of Strategic Overhaul

Intel Corporation has confirmed plans to reduce its global workforce to approximately 75,000 employees by the end of 2025, marking a significant downsizing from its 2024 headcount of 99,500. The move is part of a broader restructuring strategy led by CEO Lip-Bu Tan, aimed at streamlining operations, cutting costs, and repositioning the company in a […]

Jul 25, 2025

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Amazon Trims AWS Workforce as Cloud Operations Restructure

Amazon has initiated a fresh round of job cuts in its Amazon Web Services (AWS) division, with reports indicating that at least one hundred employees have been affected. Although the company has not released an official number, internal communications and media accounts suggest that the actual figure may be higher. The layoffs reflect a strategic […]

Jul 18, 2025

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Jaguar Land Rover to Cut 500 Management Jobs

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the UK-based luxury carmaker owned by Tata Motors, has announced plans to cut up to 500 management-level jobs in Britain. The decision affects approximately 1.5% of JLR’s UK workforce. It responds to declining sales, US trade tariffs, and reflects a broader push to streamline leadership under the ongoing ‘Reimagine’ transformation strategy. […]

Jul 18, 2025

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Intel Confirms 5,000 Layoffs in U.S., Surpassing Initial Estimates

Intel Corporation has officially confirmed the layoff of 5,000 employees across the United States, marking a significant escalation from earlier estimates of 4,000. The move is part of a sweeping restructuring initiative led by newly appointed CEO Lip-Bu Tan, aimed at streamlining operations, reducing costs, and repositioning the company amid mounting competitive and financial pressures. […]

Jul 18, 2025

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700 Jobs Cut as Scale AI Restructures GenAI Division

Scale AI, a leading data-labeling startup in the artificial intelligence sector, has announced a significant workforce reduction, laying off 200 full-time employees—approximately 14% of its global staff—and terminating contracts with 500 global contractors. The move comes just weeks after Meta’s $14.3 billion investment, which secured a 49% stake in the company and saw Scale’s founder […]

Jul 17, 2025