PINK SLIPS
Innodata layoffs: AI data services company fires 550 employees in India
Around lunchtime on Monday, employees began losing access to company systems and received termination emails on their personal accounts, the report said.
Giant 'heat storms' are scorching the Earth. This is the story of the biggest one on record
Heat storms have increased dramatically, causing severe global consequences including excess deaths and environmental catastrophes. Recent heat storms have been identified as a new classification, representing larger and more persistent heat events. The intensity of these heat storms has worsened due to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions. Associated weather patterns have significantly disrupted ecosystems and agriculture worldwide.
Winners of The ET Startup Awards 2026 to be feted today
Happy Friday! The who's who of the startup ecosystem will come together in Bengaluru today to honour the winners of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) 2026.
India’s AI rules take shape; TCS profit jumps 15%
The government is set to release a consultation paper on AI regulations within a month. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Amazon India layoffs: Pink slips handed to employees across retail, customer service functions
The layoffs came to light a day after Amazon's biggest flagship sale event in the country, Great Indian Festival, opened on October 7.
Amazon makes fresh job cuts, mainly in retail division
Amazon confirmed on Wednesday it had cut what it said were a small number of jobs, primarily in its Stores unit which oversees the main e-commerce
Amazon makes fresh job cuts, mainly in retail division
Amazon has confirmed recent job cuts affecting employees in its Stores unit during a major sales event. The layoffs are part of a series of reductions following a larger workforce decrease that started last year. A spokesperson indicated the adjustments aim to align better with the company’s priorities and efficiency. Jeff Bezos attributed the ongoing job losses to overhiring during the pandemic.
Too early to wave red flag over pink slips
India is witnessing a resurgence of job cuts in the multinational sector, particularly within the tech and electronics fields. However, the nation's robust consumer base and growing business confidence provide a solid foundation for recovery. The surge in office leasing activity, largely due to expanding global capability centers, is a promising sign, as these centers are set to create millions of jobs annually.
Pandemic-era hobbies benched or given pink slip
In May 2020, at the height of Covid-19 infections, Google Trends showed that the number of people searching for new recipes was at its peak - higher than it was for years, with most searching for easy cookie and vegetarian meals. Baking too became a global pastime. Instagram and Twitter feeds were filled with mentions of 'sourdough' and 'banana bread' people whipped up at home.
Interviewing for a job? 6 ways to address why you were laid off at previous stint
Wondering what to say when quizzed about why you were laid off? You have come to the right place.
A pink slip need not spell doom for your career. Here's how you can heal from it
Getting laid off can be devastating. But it need not be the end of the world.
Air India cabin crew call in sick, get pink slips
Air India’s problem with cabin crew scheduling began last month on Karva Chauth when a number of cabin crew members unexpectedly called in sick. An AI spokesperson confirmed that termination letters were sent to the crew because on November 2 and 3 there was a sudden jump in the number of people who reported sick.
Job loss fears force techies to look for spiritual and astrological solution
Top queries by IT professionals include the risk of a layoff, how to avoid it and spiritual solutions to increase recognition in office.
A Blotch on the Resume is Harder to heal than a broken heart: Survey
Fired employees never quite recover to the same level of wellbeing, a measure that includes mental health, self-esteem and satisfaction with life.
What if a robot took away your job? Seven survival tips to stay relevant
Have automation & mergers forced you to have a rethink about your career? If this is still not ringing a bell, then it is time you wake up and smell the coffee!
Job cuts on the rise in 2016: Companies that gave the pink slips this year
Ola, an app-based cab service provider gave pink slip to 700 employees pan-India in August this year.
Will you get fired? Take this short quiz to know whether your job is secure
People are often shocked when they are given the pink slip. However, in most cases, there are enough signs that they are on their way out.
From champagne to shoes & diamonds to lingerie, pink is red hot marketing mantra
“I believe in pink”, Audrey Hepburn had famously said. So do lots and lots of people – and companies.
Halloween affected by Occupy Wall Street protest
Halloween has been now affected by social protest. The Occupy Wall Street protesters have been taking up novel costumes such as wicked witches.
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