Tech layoffs: Amazon, Salesforce & others cut nearly 30,000 jobs in first 40 days of 2026

The global tech industry is experiencing significant job losses. In the first 40 days of 2026, nearly 30,000 roles have been eliminated. Online giant Amazon announced the largest single layoff, cutting 16,000 jobs. Other major companies like Salesforce, Meta, and Expedia have also reduced their workforces. These cuts span various sectors and company sizes.

‘Won’t allow Pakistan to play any executive role in Gaza’: Israeli ambassador

Shooting at US university: 2 killed, 1 injured in South Carolina; probe launched

NASA announces two new satellite missions to monitor Earth’s extreme environments by 2030

Ankur Warikoo shares 5 green flags and 3 red flags of a toxic workplace

Entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo identified five green flags for healthy workplaces, including respect, acknowledgement, fair rewards, growth, and mentorship. He also warned of three red flags: dreading work, enduring long hours for minimal pay, and a dismissive "be grateful" attitude. Warikoo emphasizes that a good job challenges without breaking you, urging readers to seek environments that uplift.

Draft I-T rules 2026 explained: How you can save Rs 1.41 lakh tax outgo

What do the draft income tax rules mean for the common man? How does the calculation math for the old vs new income tax regime change? How much more tax can you now save under the old regime with revised exemption and deduction limits? Here are the top changes taxpayers should know:

Did Pak force US to delete India map? Cong shares video, targets EAM Jaishankar

Sensex down over 1,000 points - top 5 reasons for fall

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the equity benchmarks, crashed in trade on Friday amid weak global cues and the continued IT stocks selloff. While Nifty50 went below 25,600, BSE Sensex was down over 700 points.

Clavicular reportedly avoids conviction as Arizona drops felony fake ID and drug charges

Arizona prosecutors dropped felony and misdemeanor charges against Clavicular after his Scottsdale arrest for allegedly using a fake ID. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office said there was “no reasonable likelihood of conviction,” according to The New York Times. Clavicular, who streams on Kick, called the arrest “political persecution.” He remains a controversial online figure.

Gold price today: How much 18K, 22K and 24K gold costs in your city? Check rates

Gold futures surged by Rs 1,044 to Rs 1,53,880 per 10 grams on Friday. This rise was fueled by traders establishing fresh positions in response to strong spot market demand. International gold futures also saw an increase, trading at USD 4,962 per ounce.

Reliance bags US licence to buy Venezuela oil; may help replace Russian crude: Report

This general licence permits the acquisition, export, and sale of oil sourced from Venezuela that has already been produced, as well as its refining. Reliance had submitted its licence application in early January.

Lakhpati Didis, farmers & start-ups: Details of first files signed by PM Modi at new office

Prime Minister Narendra Modi signed a series of files from his new office complex, Seva Teerth. He approved a series of decisions focusing on women, youth, farmers and vulnerable citizens. According to the government, the first decisions from Seva Teerth reflect a spirit of “Seva” and aim to touch every section of society.

‘Plumbers of tech world’: JPMorgan explains importance of Indian IT sector amid AI turmoil

IT sector stocks crash: The correction has been severe, with roughly Rs 5.7 lakh crore in market value wiped out within eight trading sessions and the Nifty IT index declining about 19% over a short period.

American computer scientist, who called OpenAI a Ponzi scheme, writes a long post on AI

Computer scientist David Magerman, a veteran of Renaissance Technologies, argues that AI doomsday predictions are overblown hype. He asserts that current LLM-based AI solutions are largely in failing pilot stages and not yet used at scale in production environments.

Iceland’s Reynisfjara Beach experiences extensive erosion threat