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In a significant policy move, the Indian government has abruptly revoked a crucial customs duty exemption for specific components used in missile systems. This decision, which coincides with an ongoing investigation into the Adani Group’s dealings, signals a strategic push for greater self-reliance in the critical defense sector and tighter control over imports.

Exclusive: AlwaysFirst has learned that Amazon is initiating a new round of layoffs, this time disproportionately targeting its Human Resources and recruitment divisions. This strategic move, part of a broader cost-optimization plan, signals a shift in the tech behemoth’s hiring strategy for the coming year.

In a landmark move for the Indian auto industry, Tata Motors has officially cemented the demerger of its commercial vehicle business. The newly independent entity has been assigned a specific value, sending analysts and investors scrambling to decode the long-term implications. AlwaysFirst dives into the expert opinions and what this strategic split means for your…

In a massive endorsement of India’s digital economy, tech giant Google has announced a monumental $15 billion investment. The move comes just days after the Indian government’s significant push towards domestic technology, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauding the development as a boost for the nation’s startup ecosystem and digital infrastructure.

In a major strategic victory, Indian IT behemoth Infosys has announced the signing of a monumental $1.6 billion deal with a prominent global entity in the United Kingdom. The 15-year partnership, one of the largest in the company’s recent history, signals a powerful resurgence and ends a prolonged period without a mega-deal announcement, potentially setting…

In a strategic move set to reshape India’s digital payments landscape, Zoho Corporation has officially launched UPI integration for its messaging platform, Arattai. This bold step positions the Sridhar Vembu-led company as a direct competitor to established giants like Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm, promising a secure and integrated experience for its vast user base.

In a major corporate reshuffle, Spotify’s visionary founder, Daniel Ek, is passing the CEO baton to company veteran Paul Vogel. This strategic move signals a new era for the audio streaming giant as it aims to solidify its market dominance and achieve sustainable profitability.

Amidst swirling rumors of a massive workforce reduction, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has issued a firm clarification. AlwaysFirst delves into the facts to separate speculation from reality, revealing the truth behind the claim that the IT giant fired 80,000 employees.

In a significant move reflecting the volatile global economic climate, global IT giant Accenture has announced a major layoff, letting go of over 11,000 employees. CEO Julie Sweet stated the decision was a difficult but necessary step to address roles that are “non-billable” and to streamline operations for future growth.