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Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

The latest wave of Silicon Valley layoffs affecting Indian H-1B visa holders has put thousands of Indian techies under extreme pressure. Professionals working at major companies like Meta, Amazon, and LinkedIn now face a ticking 60-day clock to either find a new employer willing to sponsor their visa, switch to another legal status, or leave the United States. In today’s slowing US tech job market, securing H-1B visa transfers or completing interviews and background checks within this short

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21 May 2026 02:23 AM 16 views

Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

The latest wave of Silicon Valley layoffs affecting Indian H-1B visa holders has put thousands of Indian techies under extreme pressure. Professionals working at major companies like Meta, Amazon, and LinkedIn now face a ticking 60-day clock to either find a new employer willing to sponsor their visa, switch to another legal status, or leave the United States. In today’s slowing US tech job market, securing H-1B visa transfers or completing interviews and background checks within this short

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Amazon to Cut 16,000 Jobs in Latest Layoff Wave: What Investors and Employees Should Know

Amazon is poised for a new round of layoffs, expected to affect as many as 16,000 employees, adding to the 14,000 roles eliminated in the previous round. These job cuts come as part of Amazon's broader restructuring plan, aimed at streamlining its operations and becoming more efficient, particularly in light of shifting demands in the tech industry and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. The latest wave of layoffs is set to target several core teams, including those at Amazon We

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23 Jan 2026 10:43 AM 237 views

Amazon to Cut 16,000 Jobs in Latest Layoff Wave: What Investors and Employees Should Know

Amazon is poised for a new round of layoffs, expected to affect as many as 16,000 employees, adding to the 14,000 roles eliminated in the previous round. These job cuts come as part of Amazon's broader restructuring plan, aimed at streamlining its operations and becoming more efficient, particularly in light of shifting demands in the tech industry and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. The latest wave of layoffs is set to target several core teams, including those at Amazon We

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Amazon To Create 3.8 Million India Jobs By 2030 Despite Global Layoffs And $35B Investment Plan

Amazon has revealed one of its biggest commitments to India yet, announcing that it aims to help create 3.8 million job opportunities in the country by 2030. This comes at a time when the tech giant has laid off around 14,000 employees globally, highlighting a contrasting strategy between global restructuring and India-focused expansion. The announcement was made during the Smbhav Summit in New Delhi, where Amazon outlined its long-term roadmap for the Indian market. The company says it will

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10 Dec 2025 04:11 AM 243 views

Amazon To Create 3.8 Million India Jobs By 2030 Despite Global Layoffs And $35B Investment Plan

Amazon has revealed one of its biggest commitments to India yet, announcing that it aims to help create 3.8 million job opportunities in the country by 2030. This comes at a time when the tech giant has laid off around 14,000 employees globally, highlighting a contrasting strategy between global restructuring and India-focused expansion. The announcement was made during the Smbhav Summit in New Delhi, where Amazon outlined its long-term roadmap for the Indian market. The company says it will

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Amazon Fashion’s SERVE Store Redefines Gen Z Style in India

Amazon Fashion has officially rebranded its Gen Z-centric fashion platform as SERVE, transforming what was formerly known as the Next Gen Store into a vibrant, curated destination that aligns with the language, identity, and aspirations of India’s mobile-first youth. According to Nikhil Sinha, Director of Amazon Fashion India, SERVE is more than a name change it's a movement. “SERVE is not just about style it’s about making fashion a tool for confidence and crea

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27 May 2025 01:04 AM 1.49k views

Amazon Fashion’s SERVE Store Redefines Gen Z Style in India

Amazon Fashion has officially rebranded its Gen Z-centric fashion platform as SERVE, transforming what was formerly known as the Next Gen Store into a vibrant, curated destination that aligns with the language, identity, and aspirations of India’s mobile-first youth. According to Nikhil Sinha, Director of Amazon Fashion India, SERVE is more than a name change it's a movement. “SERVE is not just about style it’s about making fashion a tool for confidence and crea

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Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

In the wake of rising border tensions and national outrage following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, India's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has officially asked all OTT and streaming platforms to take down Pakistani-origin content immediately. Leading platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, and JioCinema have swiftly responded by removing a wide range of Pakistani shows, films, and web series. The directive, which cites national security concerns, w

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09 May 2025 06:52 AM 1.77k views

Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

In the wake of rising border tensions and national outrage following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, India's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has officially asked all OTT and streaming platforms to take down Pakistani-origin content immediately. Leading platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, and JioCinema have swiftly responded by removing a wide range of Pakistani shows, films, and web series. The directive, which cites national security concerns, w

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Amazon Web Services to Invest $8.2 Billion in Maharashtra to Expand Cloud Infrastructure

Amazon Web Services, the cloud computing arm of Amazon, is set to invest approximately $8.2 billion in Maharashtra over the next few years, according to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the investment would play a key role in job creation while strengthening India’s cloud computing infrastructure. The investment is expected to be rolled out between 2029 and 2030.AWS is also planning to introduce its own graphics processing

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04 Mar 2025 04:04 AM 998 views

Amazon Web Services to Invest $8.2 Billion in Maharashtra to Expand Cloud Infrastructure

Amazon Web Services, the cloud computing arm of Amazon, is set to invest approximately $8.2 billion in Maharashtra over the next few years, according to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the investment would play a key role in job creation while strengthening India’s cloud computing infrastructure. The investment is expected to be rolled out between 2029 and 2030.AWS is also planning to introduce its own graphics processing

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Amazon Appoints Samir Kumar as New Country Manager for India

E-commerce giant Amazon has appointed Samir Kumar as the new Country Manager for India, effective October 1, following the resignation of Manish Tiwary. Kumar, a 25-year veteran of Amazon, will take over operational responsibilities while continuing to lead consumer businesses in the Middle East, South Africa, and Turkey. This leadership transition comes as Amazon emphasizes the significance of the Indian market in its global strategy. Kumar joined Amazon in 1999 and played a pivota

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18 Sep 2024 05:14 AM 1.27k views

Amazon Appoints Samir Kumar as New Country Manager for India

E-commerce giant Amazon has appointed Samir Kumar as the new Country Manager for India, effective October 1, following the resignation of Manish Tiwary. Kumar, a 25-year veteran of Amazon, will take over operational responsibilities while continuing to lead consumer businesses in the Middle East, South Africa, and Turkey. This leadership transition comes as Amazon emphasizes the significance of the Indian market in its global strategy. Kumar joined Amazon in 1999 and played a pivota

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Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

Amazon to Cut 16,000 Jobs in Latest Layoff Wave: What Investors and Employees Should Know

Amazon to Cut 16,000 Jobs in Latest Layoff Wave: What Investors and Employees Should Know

Amazon To Create 3.8 Million India Jobs By 2030 Despite Global Layoffs And $35B Investment Plan

Amazon To Create 3.8 Million India Jobs By 2030 Despite Global Layoffs And $35B Investment Plan

Amazon Fashion’s SERVE Store Redefines Gen Z Style in India

Amazon Fashion’s SERVE Store Redefines Gen Z Style in India

Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

Amazon Web Services to Invest $8.2 Billion in Maharashtra to Expand Cloud Infrastructure

Amazon Web Services to Invest $8.2 Billion in Maharashtra to Expand Cloud Infrastructure

Amazon Appoints Samir Kumar as New Country Manager for India

Amazon Appoints Samir Kumar as New Country Manager for India

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First human case of New World screwworm reported in United States after six decades

Iran assigns elite NOPO unit to protect Mojtaba Khamenei after Tehran strike

"Pollution Crisis in Delhi: 69% of Families Report Health Issues Post-Diwali"

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Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

Amazon to Cut 16,000 Jobs in Latest Layoff Wave: What Investors and Employees Should Know

Amazon to Cut 16,000 Jobs in Latest Layoff Wave: What Investors and Employees Should Know

Amazon To Create 3.8 Million India Jobs By 2030 Despite Global Layoffs And $35B Investment Plan

Amazon To Create 3.8 Million India Jobs By 2030 Despite Global Layoffs And $35B Investment Plan

Amazon Fashion’s SERVE Store Redefines Gen Z Style in India

Amazon Fashion’s SERVE Store Redefines Gen Z Style in India

Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5 Remove Pakistani Content After Govt Order

Amazon Web Services to Invest $8.2 Billion in Maharashtra to Expand Cloud Infrastructure

Amazon Web Services to Invest $8.2 Billion in Maharashtra to Expand Cloud Infrastructure

Amazon Appoints Samir Kumar as New Country Manager for India

Amazon Appoints Samir Kumar as New Country Manager for India

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