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AlwaysFirst can confirm that Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s IT titan, is facing official scrutiny from the Pune Labour Commissioner. This comes in response to formal complaints filed by a group of employees who allege unfair termination practices during a recent company-wide restructuring initiative. Summons have been issued, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing…

In a significant move impacting Indo-China trade dynamics, the Indian government has initiated a probe into the alleged dumping of a key chemical by Chinese firms. The investigation was launched following a formal complaint from Reliance Industries, led by Mukesh Ambani, which claims that cheap imports are severely undercutting domestic manufacturers.

In a massive push for AI accessibility, Reliance Jio has removed all barriers to its free Google AI Pro offer. Now, every Jio user in India can claim an 18-month subscription to Gemini Advanced—Google’s most potent ChatGPT rival—at absolutely zero cost. Here’s how to get it.

In a monumental leap for self-reliance in defense, India has finalized a landmark agreement with American aerospace titan GE Aerospace. The over $1 billion deal will power the indigenous TEJAS MK-1A fleet with advanced F414 engines, with deliveries set to commence from 2027, marking a significant stride for the ‘Make in India’ initiative.

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, e-commerce titan Amazon has initiated another significant round of layoffs. Employees within its Alexa division and other units reported receiving abrupt, early-morning text messages notifying them of their immediate termination, marking a continued trend of cost-cutting at the tech behemoth.

In a major corporate move, the board of Adani Enterprises has greenlit a massive ₹25,000 crore rights issue, paving the way for one of the largest fund-raising exercises in recent Indian market history. This strategic decision aims to fortify the conglomerate’s balance sheet and accelerate its ambitious, long-term infrastructure and green energy projects.

In a significant escalation of legal and financial pressures, authorities have moved to seize a portfolio of high-value assets, including the land for the ambitious “Knowledge City” project, from the Anil Ambani-led Reliance Group. This decisive action marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to recover dues from the conglomerate, sending ripples through the…

In a candid internal address, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has finally detailed the core reason behind the company’s decision to lay off 14,000 employees. The move, he explains, was not just about economic headwinds, but a fundamental reassessment of the “cost to serve” for its sprawling delivery network. Read how this key metric reshaped the…

In a firm rebuttal to an international media report, India’s Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) has denied allegations of a significant $3.9 billion exposure to the Adani Group. The state-owned insurance giant has reaffirmed its commitment to prudent and integrity-driven investment practices.

In a surprise social media post, former US President Donald Trump revealed he held a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, extending Diwali greetings to the nation and claiming the two leaders discussed pivotal trade matters. The announcement has sparked significant interest in political and diplomatic circles.