Layoffs: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Nov 2025
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IBM to Cut 2,700 Jobs Amid Expanding Wave of Tech Layoffs
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IBM to Cut 2,700 Jobs Amid Expanding Wave of Tech Layoffs

The global technology sector is facing yet another wave of job cuts as IBM becomes the latest major company to announce layoffs. The tech giant revealed plans to cut around 2,700 positions — roughly 1% of its worldwide workforce — as part of an ongoing restructuring initiative aimed at improving efficiency and aligning with new […]

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Porter Lays Off 300–350 Employees in Restructuring Move
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Porter Lays Off 300–350 Employees in Restructuring Move

Bengaluru-based logistics startup Porter has laid off approximately 300 to 350 employees, representing nearly 18% of its workforce, as part of a one-time restructuring initiative. The decision, confirmed by the company on November 5, 2025, is aimed at reducing costs, eliminating redundancies, and preparing for a potential initial public offering (IPO). Porter Strategic Realignment and […]

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American Airlines to Cut 5,000 Jobs Globally, Shift Roles to India
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American Airlines to Cut 5,000 Jobs Globally, Shift Roles to India

American Airlines has announced plans to cut approximately 5,000 jobs globally, as part of a broader restructuring initiative aimed at improving operational efficiency and redirecting resources toward strategic growth areas. The layoffs will primarily affect corporate, management, and support roles, with a significant portion of functions expected to be offshored to India, particularly in Hyderabad, […]

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IBM to Lay Off Thousands as It Shifts Focus to AI and Software
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IBM to Lay Off Thousands as It Shifts Focus to AI and Software

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has announced plans to lay off thousands of employees globally in the fourth quarter of 2025. The decision is part of the company’s ongoing strategy to focus on high-margin areas such as artificial intelligence, software, and cloud services, according to statements from company executives and official reports. Scope and Scale […]

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Amazon Layoffs Highlight AI’s Impact on Indian Jobs
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Amazon Layoffs Highlight AI’s Impact on Indian Jobs

Recent decision by Amazon to lay off 14,000 corporate employees globally has sent ripples across India’s tech and services sectors, with at least 800 to 1,000 jobs affected domestically. While the company cited restructuring and efficiency as key drivers, industry observers point to a deeper shift: the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in automating […]

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Tech Sector Faces 2,00,000 Job Cuts; More Layoffs Ahead
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Tech Sector Faces 2,00,000 Job Cuts; More Layoffs Ahead

The global tech sector is undergoing a significant workforce contraction, with over 2,00,000 jobs already lost in 2025 and an additional 30,000 layoffs anticipated in the next two months. According to a recent report cited by The Economic Times, this wave of job cuts is being driven primarily by cost-cutting measures and accelerated adoption of […]

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Says Layoffs Are About Culture, Not AI
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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Says Layoffs Are About Culture, Not AI

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has publicly addressed the company’s decision to lay off 14,000 corporate employees, clarifying that the move is not driven by financial constraints or artificial intelligence. Speaking during Amazon’s quarterly earnings call on October 31, 2025, Andy emphasized that the layoffs are part of a broader effort to fix internal culture and […]

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UPS Cuts 48,000 Jobs in Management and Operations
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UPS Cuts 48,000 Jobs in Management and Operations

United Parcel Service (UPS) has announced the elimination of approximately 48,000 jobs in 2025, marking one of the most significant workforce reductions in its corporate history. The cuts span both operational and management roles, with the company citing the need to streamline operations, reduce costs, and respond to shifting market dynamics. The move is part […]

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Amazon Layoffs Target Retail Managers, AWS Faces Uncertainty
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Amazon Layoffs Target Retail Managers, AWS Faces Uncertainty

Amazon has initiated one of its most extensive corporate layoffs to date, cutting up to 30,000 jobs globally as part of a sweeping AI-led restructuring. The move, confirmed in late October 2025, has disproportionately affected early and mid-level managers in the company’s US retail division. Internal data and employee accounts suggest that the layoffs are […]

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Meta Layoffs: Internal Email Reveals Tone and Details
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Meta Layoffs: Internal Email Reveals Tone and Details

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has initiated another round of layoffs, this time impacting approximately 600 employees from its Superintelligence Labs division. The move is part of a broader restructuring strategy aimed at streamlining operations and intensifying focus on artificial intelligence and future technologies. The company’s internal email to affected employees, shared […]

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Amazon to Cut Up to 1,000 Jobs in India
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Amazon to Cut Up to 1,000 Jobs in India

Amazon is expected to lay off between 800 and 1,000 corporate employees in India as part of a global restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and reallocating resources toward priority areas such as artificial intelligence and automation. The decision is part of a larger global layoff plan involving approximately 14,000 roles across various functions. Departments […]

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Up to 30,000 Corporate Roles Face Elimination at Amazon
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Up to 30,000 Corporate Roles Face Elimination at Amazon

Amazon is preparing to cut as many as 30,000 corporate jobs, marking its largest round of layoffs since the company eliminated approximately 27,000 positions in late 2022. The decision, which is expected to begin implementation this week, reflects Amazon’s ongoing efforts to reduce expenses and adjust its workforce following aggressive hiring during the pandemic boom. […]

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