Intel is undergoing one of the largest restructurings in its corporate history as it prepares to cut nearly 24,000 jobs worldwide by the end of 2025. The US-based chip giant confirmed the move as part of a broader effort to reduce costs, following years of inconsistent performance and heavy investment in non-core sectors. This strategic shift is being led by Intel’s new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, who is known for his aggressive cost-cutting and investment realignm

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way Indian professionals work in the USA, allowing them to boost productivity, streamline processes, and foster innovation. From tech experts to healthcare professionals, AI is transforming their roles across industries. Let’s take a quick look at how AI is being utilized by Indian professionals in the USA. AI Tools That Boost Productivity Indian professionals are us

In recent years, Indian communities in the United States have increasingly started organizing AI meetups. These events are providing great opportunities for tech enthusiasts, professionals, and students to come together, learn, and collaborate. But why is this happening, and how does it benefit the Indian community and the broader tech ecosystem in the US? In this article, we’ll explore the reasons behind this growing trend. The Growing Importance of AI:

Labor Day Weekend in 2025 falls from Saturday, August 30, through Monday, September 1, marking the unofficial end of summer in the United States. The holiday is celebrated annually on the first Monday in September, offering a three-day weekend that provides a break before the regular routines of work and school resume. This weekend is not only a time for relaxation but also an opportunity to reflect on the importance of American workers and their contributions to

The promise of AI revolutionizing work in 2025 has taken an unexpected turn. Instead of enhancing job opportunities, major tech firms have begun aggressively cutting jobs. From Amazon’s AWS division to Microsoft’s AI departments and Google’s search engineering teams, the shift toward automation is leaving thousands unemployed. Amazon, Microsoft, and Google Spark Layoff Wave

Intel has confirmed that it will be laying off more than 5,000 employees across the United States this week, a significant increase from the initial estimate of 4,000 job cuts. This revision comes after the company filed updated reports under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. The majority of the layoffs will occur in Oregon and California, with significant cuts in Intel's operations across these states. In California alone, the

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) recently introduced a policy that is causing considerable anxiety among employees. The new rule, implemented on June 12, restricts the duration employees can remain on the bench without project work to just 35 days. Beyond this limit, workers risk losing out on promotions, or even their jobs. This has led to an outcry, particularly among employees who are now fearing layoffs and uncertain futures.

We all often assume that having more money will make us happier, but sometimes, the reality doesn’t match our expectations. Abhishek Kumar, a SEBI-registered investment adviser, shared a thought-provoking story on LinkedIn about an acquaintance who, despite amassing a wealth of Rs 12 crore, found himself feeling unfulfilled. The man had built his fortune over 15+ years of hard work, but rather than feeling pride or excitement, he was left with a peculiar

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is currently facing one of the largest processing backlogs in its history, with pending immigration cases surging to a record 11.3 million. This growing crisis in the federal immigration system is being attributed to a mix of outdated processing models, staffing shortages, and a shift in federal policy approaches over recent years. Immigration attorneys and experts say that the seeds of the current situation were so

Intel is laying off 529 employees in Oregon as part of a sweeping global restructuring plan that could eventually impact up to 20% of its workforce. The job cuts, beginning July 15, will affect workers at Intel’s Aloha and Hillsboro facilities, as confirmed in a regulatory filing. This move follows recent layoffs at Intel’s Santa Clara headquarters in California, where over 100 jobs were slashed. The company, under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan, is aiming to

A massive nationwide strike, known as the Bharat Bandh, is set to paralyze India’s public services today, with over 25 crore workers from essential government sectors participating in the protest. The strike, organized by a joint forum of 10 central trade unions, supported by farmer and rural worker organizations, is aimed at protesting the central government’s policies, which they consider "anti-worker, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate

Infosys, one of India’s top IT companies, is making headlines again this time for promoting work-life balance by discouraging employees from working beyond 9.15 hours a day. The company’s HR team now monitors logged hours and sends automated emails to employees who exceed this limit regularly, reminding them to take breaks and avoid overworking. This policy applies to all staff, whether they work on-site or remotely, and marks a strong shift in cor

You've just spent over an hour navigating through traffic or crammed into public transport, finally making it to your office. But instead of settling in, you find yourself digging through a jumbled laptop bag where your mouse is tangled with your charger, the Bluetooth device has slipped somewhere under your notebook, and it takes a full ten minutes just to get your workspace sorted. Sounds familiar? Let’s help you get out of this daily chaos with simple solutions to choose the right b

A growing controversy is unfolding in Silicon Valley involving Soham Parekh, an Indian software engineer who has allegedly held multiple full-time jobs at different startups without informing any of his employers. The case has sent shockwaves across the startup ecosystem, especially among early-stage founders who believed they had hired a promising and committed candidate. Now, they are left grappling with what they see as deception, resume fabrication, and a major breach of trust in the age

Microsoft is making headlines once again as it announces another round of layoffs, this time cutting 9,000 jobs globally, which represents less than 4 percent of its total workforce. This fresh wave of job cuts, coming just a month after the company let go of 6,000 employees, brings the total number of job reductions to over 15,000 since May. The tech giant stated that the layoffs are part of ongoing organizational changes, aimed at positioning the company for

  In today’s fast-paced professional world, where long hours and high expectations dominate daily routines, the workplace often becomes a second home. For most individuals, nearly one-third of their day is spent at work, interacting with colleagues and navigating the challenges that come with deadlines, targets, and team dynamics. Amidst all this, there exists one powerful, often underestimated element that can dramatically enhance workplace experience—friendship.

Infosys, one of India’s leading IT companies, has rolled out an internal campaign focusing on employee health and work-life balance. In response to the growing concerns over health issues caused by overwork, the company is now closely monitoring the remote work hours of its employees and urging them to stick to regular working hours. The company has implemented a policy where employees are asked to limit their

Nearly 100,000 California state workers will have their return-to-office mandate delayed by another year, thanks to a new agreement between the state and SEIU Local 1000, California’s largest public employee union. The revised deal, announced Sunday, pauses Governor Gavin Newsom’s previously mandated office return schedule for union-represented workers, shifting the timeline from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026. The decision marks a significant development for thousands of public em

Intel has begun a significant round of job cuts in California, with over 100 employees at its Santa Clara office impacted by the ongoing cost-cutting and restructuring plan led by CEO Lip-Bu Tan. The layoffs are set to begin on July 15, 2025, and are part of a broader workforce reduction strategy aimed at streamlining operations and reducing bureaucracy. Intel disclosed these layoffs in a filing under California’s WARN Act, which requires notification wh

The City of Milpitas in California is increasing its minimum wage again starting in early July, continuing its effort to align worker compensation with the rising cost of living in the Bay Area. This change is part of the city’s local ordinance that mandates an annual wage adjustment based on the Bay Area Consumer Price Index (CPI) published by the U.S. Department of Labor. Under the current revision, all eligible workers within city limits must be paid a new hourly wage rate, which is