Layoffs: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Mar 2025

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Bengaluru IT Sector Faces AI Disruption , Jobs Lost in

Mar 20, 2025

Morgan Stanley plans to cut around , jobs this month

Morgan Stanley plans to cut around , jobs this month, following similar moves by Goldman Sachs, ...

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Mar 19, 2025

Latest news: Morgan Stanley plans to cut around , jobs this month - SightsIn Plus

Amazon to Cut , Managerial Roles in Cost-Saving Drive

To streamline operations and enhance efficiency, Amazon is set to lay off , managerial employee...

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Mar 18, 2025

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PwC, KPMG, EY and Deloitte Employees Fear Job Cuts

Big Four accounting firmsDeloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers PwC, Ernst amp Young EY, and KPMGa...

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Mar 10, 2025

Latest news: PwC, KPMG, EY and Deloitte Employees Fear Job Cuts - SightsIn Plus

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JioStar Announces 600 Job Cuts in Post-Merger Restructuring

JioStar, the newly formed joint venture between Reliance Industries’ Viacom18 and Disney’s Star India, has announced plans to cut 600 jobs as part of its post-merger workforce restructuring. This move comes in the wake of the merger, which created India’s largest media and entertainment company, valued at ₹70,352 crore. The layoffs aim to streamline operations, […]

Mar 8, 2025

Industry

Flipkart Shuts Down ANS Commerce, Lays Off Entire Workforce

Flipkart, the Walmart-owned e-commerce giant, has decided to shut down its subsidiary, ANS Commerce, and lay off its entire workforce. This decision comes three years after Flipkart acquired the Gurugram-based company in 2022. ANS Commerce, a full-stack e-commerce enabler, provided a range of support services, including marketing tools, warehousing, and store technology, to businesses looking […]

Mar 4, 2025

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Ola Electric Faces Financial Woes, Lays Off Over 1,000 Employees

Ola Electric, the Bengaluru-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing startup, has announced a significant round of layoffs, affecting over 1,000 employees and contract workers. The layoffs come amid mounting financial challenges and increased competition in the EV market. The layoffs have had a significant impact on Ola Electric’s workforce. The workforce stood at approximately 4,000 employees […]

Mar 3, 2025

Industry

Big Tech Layoffs: Meta, HP, and Salesforce Lead the Charge in February

February 2025 witnessed a significant surge in layoffs within the tech industry, with major players like Meta, HP, and Salesforce leading the charge. This wave of job cuts has raised questions about the underlying reasons behind these decisions and the broader implications for the tech sector. In this detailed report, we will explore the factors […]

Mar 3, 2025

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Google Announces Layoffs in HR and Cloud Divisions to Cut Costs

Google, one of the world’s leading technology giants, has recently announced significant workforce reductions in its Human Resources (HR) and Cloud divisions. Fiona Cicconi, the company’s HR head, is at the forefront of overseeing these workforce cuts. These cuts have sparked discussions about the future of Google’s workforce management and its commitment to technological advancements. […]

Mar 1, 2025

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Meta Fires Employees for Leaking Confidential Information

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has recently dismissed approximately 20 employees for leaking confidential information. The decision to terminate these employees follows a series of leaks that have revealed details from private meetings and undisclosed product plans, causing significant concern within the company. The issue of leaks has been a persistent […]

Mar 1, 2025

Labour Law

Infosys Layoffs Spark Controversy: Nasscom Stands by Tech Industry Practices

In recent weeks, Infosys, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has faced significant scrutiny and criticism following the layoffs of hundreds of trainees at its Mysuru campus. The layoffs have sparked outrage among employees and labor unions. This has led to investigations by the Karnataka Labour Department and the Union Ministry of Labour and […]

Feb 28, 2025

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Infosys Defends Layoffs as Government Probes NITES’ Allegations

Union Labour Ministry has once again intervened in the ongoing dispute between Infosys and the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) over the recent layoffs of trainees at Infosys’ Mysuru campus. The intervention comes after NITES raised fresh claims against the IT giant, alleging unfair termination practices. Infosys, however, has dismissed these allegations, maintaining that […]

Feb 27, 2025

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EY Announces Job Cuts Amid Targeted Restructuring Efforts

Ernst & Young (EY) has announced plans to cut approximately 100 jobs as part of a targeted restructuring effort. This decision comes amid a broader trend of workforce adjustments within the professional services industry, driven by declining demand for consulting and advisory services. The announcement has raised concerns among employees and industry observers about the […]

Feb 27, 2025

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Starbucks Announces Layoffs of 1,100 Corporate Employees

In a significant move to streamline operations, Starbucks has announced the layoff of 1,100 corporate employees globally. This decision, driven by the new Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol, aims to enhance efficiency, increase accountability, and reduce complexity within the organization. The announcement was made in a letter to employees, highlighting the company’s intent to operate […]

Feb 25, 2025

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DBS to Cut 4,000 Jobs Over Three Years Amid AI Integration

DBS Group has announced plans to reduce its workforce by 4,000 employees over the next three years. This decision, driven by the deeper integration of AI into the bank’s operations, marks a pivotal moment in the industry. The announcement was made by DBS Group CEO Piyush Gupta. This took place at a recent event hosted […]

Feb 25, 2025

Compensation

Meta Faces Backlash Over Layoffs and Executive Pay Hikes

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, recently laid off 3,600 employees, only to announce a significant increase in executive bonuses shortly thereafter. The decision, which has been met with backlash from both the public and former employees, highlights the growing disparity between executive compensation and the treatment of regular workers in the […]

Feb 24, 2025