Author: Asher J

Harley-Davidson is moving to restructure its business following a difficult financial year, marked by declining global sales and rising operating losses. The company has initiated workforce reductions as part of a broader cost-control effort. The layoffs, which began in early April, span both manufacturing roles and corporate positions across international operations. While the exact number of affected employees has not been disclosed, the initiative is expected to reduce ongoing costs by approximately $150 million, reflecting efforts to align workforce levels with current demand. The restructuring follows a challenging 2025, during which the company reported a significant operating loss alongside a…

Rockwell Automation has significantly expanded its workforce in India to around 4,000 employees, underscoring the country’s growing role in global manufacturing and digital transformation. The company’s headcount has risen sharply from approximately 700 employees a decade ago. The expansion is being driven by increased industrial activity and a supportive policy environment. Government initiatives aimed at boosting manufacturing, along with favourable taxation and planning frameworks, have strengthened India’s position as an attractive hub for global operations. India is increasingly emerging as a strategic market for automation and technology-driven manufacturing solutions. As industries accelerate the adoption of digital systems, demand for skilled…

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has concluded its year-long workforce restructuring programme, resulting in approximately 8,000 job reductions—lower than the initially projected 12,000. The restructuring initiative, announced in July 2025, was designed to align the company’s workforce with evolving technology demands. At the time, TCS had indicated that around 2% of its global workforce—then exceeding 600,000 employees—could be affected, particularly in mid-level and senior roles. The process was completed in the third quarter of FY26, with total restructuring costs amounting to ₹1,388 crore. The workforce reduction occurred in phases, including about 6,000 exits in one quarter, followed by the remaining reductions…

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has reinstated its traditional April salary-increment cycle, marking a return to its standard appraisal timeline after delays last year. The company confirmed that hikes are effective from 1 April for eligible employees, with top performers receiving double-digit increases. The move follows a disrupted cycle in 2025, when appraisals were deferred to September. During that period, most employees received moderate raises, while high performers were given comparatively stronger increments. The return to the April cycle brings renewed predictability to compensation planning, even as the IT sector navigates cautious client spending and ongoing cost pressures. TCS’s workforce trends…

The Walt Disney Company is preparing to cut around 1,000 jobs in the coming months as part of a broader effort to streamline operations and reduce costs. This will be the first major workforce reduction under Josh D’Amaro, who assumed leadership in March. With a global workforce exceeding 2,30,000 employees—many of them part-time staff at theme parks—the upcoming layoffs are expected to primarily impact marketing and corporate roles. The move reflects Disney’s strategy to centralise promotional activities across its film, television, and streaming businesses. Earlier this year, the company appointed Asad Ayaz as chief marketing and brand officer, signalling a…

he Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) has called for immediate policy intervention to protect workers as artificial intelligence continues to transform the technology sector. The organisation raised concerns over rising job losses and evolving role requirements, urging a more balanced and responsible approach to workforce transition. Amid increasing reports of layoffs across companies, NITES stressed that workforce reduction should not become the default response to automation. Instead, it advocated for a stronger emphasis on reskilling and redeployment, highlighting that investments in AI must be matched with investments in human capital. The body also pointed to a growing disconnect between…

Deloitte India has announced a massive expansion plan to recruit 50,000 professionals, a move that underscores its commitment to India as a global hub for innovation. Despite widespread industry anxiety regarding artificial intelligence (AI) and potential job displacement, the firm is positioning AI as a primary driver for growth rather than a replacement for human talent. Upskilling the “Future-Ready” Workforce Central to this expansion is a comprehensive upskilling initiative. Deloitte is not just bringing in new blood; it is aggressively retraining its current staff to navigate the “AI era.” AI Training: Nearly 30,000 employees have already completed training in AI-related…

KPMG UK has initiated a formal redundancy consultation process that puts nearly 600 positions at risk within its audit practice. The professional services giant expects that the restructuring will ultimately lead to approximately 440 employees leaving the firm. This move signals a significant shift in the Big Four accounting landscape, as firms grapple with a post-expansion cooling period. Strategic “Right-Sizing” The proposed reductions are expected to impact about 6% of the audit division, which currently employs roughly 7,100 people. According to internal communications, the cuts are specifically targeted at assistant managers who hold professional accounting qualifications. This cohort represents a…

Oracle Corporation has reportedly executed one of the largest workforce reductions in its history, impacting approximately 30,000 employees globally. India has been disproportionately affected by the move, with an estimated 12,000 workers—nearly 40% of the company’s local workforce—losing their jobs overnight. A “Cold-Blooded” Execution The layoffs were characterized by their suddenness and clinical execution. Thousands of employees across India, the U.S., Canada, and Mexico reported receiving termination emails from “Oracle Leadership” as early as 6:00 AM IST on March 31 and April 1, 2026. According to employee accounts on social media and professional forums: Instant Disconnection: Access to internal systems,…

Revolut is set to significantly expand its presence in India, with plans to base nearly 40% of its global workforce in the country by the end of 2026. The move highlights India’s growing importance as a strategic hub for global capability centres (GCCs). The company plans to add around 1,600 roles over the next two years, taking its India headcount to approximately 5,500 employees out of a global workforce of about 12,000. These roles are expected to span product development, customer support, and key financial operations such as payments processing and fraud detection. This expansion builds on a £500 million…