Oracle India has confirmed that it will cut approximately 12,000 jobs as part of a major restructuring plan aimed at streamlining operations. This massive reduction in its workforce comes amidst growing challenges in the tech sector, including cost-cutting measures, automation, and shifts in business strategy. Oracle’s move is expected to send shockwaves throughout the Indian job market, which has been dealing with an increasing number of job losses in the technology sector. The l

Canadian colleges and polytechnics are intensifying efforts to strengthen skills training and education partnerships with India as both countries seek to deepen collaboration in workforce development and higher education. A delegation of college and polytechnic presidents, organized by Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan), began a five-day visit to India on March 16, 2026, with scheduled engagements in New Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai. CICan represents 127 public colleges and institutes ac

Amazon has initiated another round of layoffs, this time impacting its robotics division. At least 100 white-collar jobs have been affected, focusing on the team responsible for designing and managing the company's warehouse robots and automation systems. These layoffs come just two months after Amazon’s massive job cuts in January, which saw around 16,000 global positions eliminated. The layoffs are part of Amazon's broader restructuring efforts aimed at improving efficiency and

Microsoft’s head of artificial intelligence, Mustafa Suleyman, has triggered intense debate after warning that artificial intelligence could replace most white-collar jobs in the near future. Speaking about the accelerating pace of technological change, Suleyman said automation will not be limited to coders or IT professionals, but could extend to lawyers, accountants, project managers, marketers and other knowledge workers who spend most of their time working on computers. According to him, t

Six Flags Great Adventure has announced plans to hire more than 3,000 part-time and seasonal employees as it prepares for the launch of its 2026 operating season, offering thousands of job opportunities for students, first-time workers, and those seeking additional summer income. The New Jersey theme park confirmed that its season will officially begin on March 28, with hiring efforts starting well in advance to ensure adequate staffing across attractions, guest services, entertainment, and o

United Parcel Service announced Tuesday that it plans to eliminate approximately 30,000 positions during the current year as the company continues to wind down its longstanding business relationship with Amazon and executes a broader, multi-year turnaround strategy. The workforce reduction is expected to be driven primarily by lower shipping volumes connected to the gradual exit from Amazon-related operations. Speaking during a conference call with analysts following the release of

In India’s corporate imagination, the age of 40 was once seen as the peak of professional maturity. It symbolised authority, stability, and leadership readiness. Today, however, that same milestone is quietly turning into a career fault line. Across industries, professionals report fewer interview calls, slower promotions, and an increasing sense of invisibility. Experience, once celebrated, is now being reframed as expensive, rigid, or culturally misaligned. The shift is subtle, rarely spo

Speculation about fresh job cuts at Microsoft sparked widespread debate online after reports claimed the technology giant was preparing for another major round of layoffs in January 2026. According to the report, as many as 22,000 roles could be at risk, triggering concern across social media platforms and technology forums. The rumours gained momentum quickly, particularly because Microsoft has carried out significant restructuring in the recent past. However, the company has now firmly deni

Nearly 1,000 workers across Illinois are expected to lose their jobs during the first half of the year, according to recent data released through the Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Act. A spreadsheet published by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity shows that employers across several industries issued layoff notices affecting a total of 985 employees during November alone. State officials reported that most of the layoffs are scheduled to begin in

An iconic feature of Newark’s industrial skyline is being dismantled as ownership of the city’s longtime Anheuser-Busch brewery changes hands. Crews arrived at the sprawling factory complex early Friday morning, signaling the start of work to remove the illuminated eagle that has stood above the brewery for decades. The towering sign, visible from surrounding neighborhoods and major roadways, has long been associated with the facility and has become a familiar sight for generations of res

Earning a bachelor’s degree is no longer the only route to securing a high-paying and stable career. A recent analysis based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data identifies several occupations that offer strong earning potential without requiring a traditional four-year college degree. The findings reflect a changing labor market in which skilled trades, technical roles, and experience-based careers continue to grow in demand. Career experts note that while these jobs do not re

Elon Musk has suggested that traditional employment may become largely optional within the next decade or two, predicting a dramatic shift in how societies function as artificial intelligence and robotics expand across industries. Speaking at an investment forum in Washington, DC, he said the future of work could resemble a hobby rather than an economic necessity, comparing it to the decision to grow vegetables for personal satisfaction even when they can be purchased easily at a store. Musk

WASHINGTON — Carter’s, one of the most recognizable baby and children’s clothing retailers in the United States, has announced plans to close 150 stores and reduce its workforce by 15% as rising tariffs continue to pressure company finances. The Atlanta-based company outlined its restructuring strategy in its latest earnings report released Monday, citing significant cost increases tied to ongoing trade policies. The retailer said higher tariffs have had a substantial impact o

Amazon is preparing for its biggest round of corporate job cuts since 2022, with plans to eliminate up to 30,000 positions starting Tuesday. The move affects nearly 10% of its corporate workforce and follows years of smaller layoffs across divisions such as devices, HR, and operations. Sources suggest that the job cuts will impact multiple departments, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), human resources (PXT), and corporate operations. Managers have reportedly undergone training on how to co

Amazon is reportedly preparing for another significant round of job cuts, this time targeting its human resources division as part of a broader organizational shift toward automation and artificial intelligence. According to people familiar with internal discussions, the company may reduce up to 15 percent of staff within its People eXperience and Technology (PXT) department, a key unit responsible for managing employee relations and corporate culture. While the exact number of layoffs and th

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has reported a significant decline in its global workforce, with nearly 20,000 employees exiting during the quarter ending September 30. The reduction, which is substantially higher than earlier projections, has drawn attention from employee advocacy groups and industry observers amid ongoing restructuring efforts at the technology giant. According to the company’s quarterly disclosure for Q2FY26, TCS’ total employee strength dropped from 6,13,069

The United States has introduced a new piece of legislation that could significantly reshape the global outsourcing landscape, with particular implications for India’s $250 billion IT services industry. The Halting International Relocation of Employment (HIRE) Act, presented in the US Senate by Republican Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio, is designed to discourage American companies from sending jobs overseas and instead push them to hire locally. India has long been one of the w