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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.

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.