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At Least Four Dead as Avalanche Strikes Himalayan Construction Workers

At Least Four Dead as Avalanche Strikes Himalayan Construction Workers

A snowslide hit northern India in Uttarakhand state that killed four people as it trapped numerous workers working on a border zone project. The disaster hit on Friday when it trapped 55 laborers under snow

Social Security Administration to Cut 7,000 Jobs Amid Federal Downsizing Plans

Social Security Administration to Cut 7,000 Jobs Amid Federal Downsizing Plans

The U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) plans to eliminate 7,000 jobs, about 12% of its existing staff. The decision is part of the Trump administration’s overall effort to reduce the size of the federal government.

Akash Ambani Prioritizes Work Quality Over Hours

Akash Ambani Prioritizes Work Quality Over Hours

Reliance Jio Infocomm chairman Akash Ambani defends productivity when talking about workplace date limits in his keynote speech at Mumbai Tech Week. During his speech at Mumbai Tech Week on Friday Akash Ambani expressed how

Microsoft’s Skype retires on this date as Teams grabs the spotlight: No layoffs expected

Microsoft’s Skype retires on this date as Teams grabs the spotlight: No layoffs expected

Founded in 2003, Skype has been an integral part of shaping modern communications. Microsoft bought the online audio and video calling platform in 2011 for $8.5 billion after outbidding Google and Facebook - its largest

Tech Sector Hit by Nearly 30,000 Layoffs in Early 2025

Tech Sector Hit by Nearly 30,000 Layoffs in Early 2025

RationalFX data reveals 100 tech companies across the world terminated 29,537 jobs during the first three months of 2025. The technology sector of America cut its workforce by 20,000 personnel because Silicon Valley keeps streamlining

Canada Announces New Express Entry Categories for 2025 to Address Labour Shortages

Canada Announces New Express Entry Categories for 2025 to Address Labour Shortages

The Immigration Minister announced category-based draws for Express Entry 2025 to find workers for Canada's most urgent sector vacancies. Canada now selects Express Entry candidates who worked in the country through the Canadian Experience Class

How NOAA Layoffs Endanger Public Safety & Workers’ Rights

How NOAA Layoffs Endanger Public Safety & Workers’ Rights

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has terminated around 800 employees, with additional layoffs possible by the end of the week. Sources close to the agency indicate that the cuts affect multiple divisions, including

Philippines Approves 133% Increase in Daily Allowance for Soldiers

Philippines Approves 133% Increase in Daily Allowance for Soldiers

In a major step, the Philippine Armed Forces has granted an increase of 133% in the daily subsistence allowance of all military personnel, from Php150 to Php 350 ($6). The move, which is designed to

Mercedes-Benz Cuts Job in China with Growing Competition

Mercedes-Benz Cuts Job in China with Growing Competition

Mercedes-Benz may cut up to 15% of its workforce in its biggest market; most of the job cuts will come from finance and sales departments, becoming the latest in global car makers tucked in gear

IHCL Partners with Ministry of Skill Development to Establish India’s Largest Hospitality Training Centre in Goa

IHCL Partners with Ministry of Skill Development to Establish India’s Largest Hospitality Training Centre in Goa

Indian Hotels Company Limited operates as India’s largest hospitality company and has partnered with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship to build the nation’s biggest hospitality training facility in Goa after signing a Memorandum