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Amazon.in has launched an AI Store to help customers discover and shop for AI-powered consumer electronics. The store features a wide range of products across categories, as search trends show strong year-on-year growth in demand for AI-enabled devices

IIT Guwahati alumnus Sachit Kuhar is contributing to advanced artificial intelligence tools that help developers write and maintain software automatically. His recent research work UT-Fix was presented at the OOPSLA conference in Singapore, a leading event in programming languages

Tech Mahindra has firmly denied social media rumours of large-scale layoffs, clarifying in an exchange filing that no such proposal is under consideration. The IT major, employing 1.5 lakh people globally, recently partnered with Microsoft to launch an Agentic AI platform for telecom and enterprise modernisation.

Amazon India has partnered with IIT Roorkee to develop recyclable and compostable packaging made from agricultural waste. The initiative aims to reduce stubble burning, cut dependence on virgin wood pulp, and support India’s circular economy goals.

Amazon Grocery is offering discounts of up to 70% on groceries, baby care, pet supplies and wellness products during Amazon India’s Great Republic Day Sale 2026. Prime members can avail additional savings, bank offers and cashback benefits.

New Year’s Eve celebrations across India may be disrupted as thousands of gig workers associated with major delivery and e-commerce platforms plan a nationwide strike on Wednesday. Unions warn of delays and cancellations amid demands for fair pay and labour protections.

Starbucks has appointed Indian-origin technology executive Anand Varadarajan as Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. A former Amazon leader with nearly 19 years of experience, he will join the company’s leadership team in January to strengthen global digital and technology initiatives.

Amazon will invest more than $35 billion in India by 2030 across AI-led digitisation, exports, infrastructure and job creation. Announced at its ‘Smbhav’ summit, the company aims to boost exports to $80 billion and deliver AI benefits to millions.

Amazon Pay has launched its three-week ‘Impossible Travel Deals’ festival, offering up to 20% off on flights and 60% off on hotels from November 18 to December 9, 2025. The fest includes limited-time international deals, Prime member cashbacks, and special 8PM offers.

The Telangana government has launched the Mahila Shakti Saree distribution scheme, coinciding with Indira Gandhi’s birth anniversary. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced that one crore women will benefit, with 65 lakh sarees distributed in rural areas between November 19 and December 9, followed by 35 lakh sarees in urban areas in March.

Amazon India’s Creator Programs have engaged over 2 crore shoppers this year, with 1.25 lakh creators driving discovery, especially in non-metro cities. Programs like Amazon Live and the Influencer Program empower creators to deliver authentic, interactive, and personalized shopping experiences nationwide.

Amazon will slash 14,000 corporate roles as it increases spending on artificial intelligence. The move, announced by Senior VP Beth Galetti, is aimed at reducing bureaucracy and realigning resources to support the company’s biggest technology priorities

Amazon is reportedly set to lay off around 30,000 corporate employees starting Tuesday, marking its largest workforce reduction since the pandemic. The cuts, part of CEO Andy Jassy’s cost-cutting drive, will affect multiple divisions, including AWS, HR, and devices.

Meta, Amazon, and other tech giants have advised H-1B and H-4 visa holders to remain in the US or return immediately as the USD 100,000 visa fee takes effect September 21, raising concerns over skilled foreign workers stranded abroad.

Tata Consultancy Services ranks second in H-1B visa approvals in 2025, after Amazon, with 5,505 visas, according to USCIS. The new $100,000 visa fee aims to curb H-1B programme abuse, potentially affecting Indian IT companies and foreign STEM workers in the US

Ahead of the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2025, Telangana is witnessing rising demand for premium smartphones, TVs, and wearables. With over 57,000 local sellers and a robust logistics network, Amazon says consumer preferences reflect growing purchasing power and evolving lifestyle aspirations.

India’s Independence Day sales are offering major discounts on gaming gear, including consoles, phones, PCs, and accessories. With deals across platforms, gamers have the perfect chance to upgrade their setups—but should buy responsibly amid tempting offers

Amazon has launched the third-generation Echo Show 5 smart display in India, featuring a 5.5-inch screen, improved audio with 2X bass, and a built-in camera for home monitoring. It offers enhanced smart home control, entertainment, and voice assistant features via Alexa.

Amazon has launched a new 16 GB Kindle Colorsoft and its first color Kindle for kids, priced at $249.99 and $269.99 respectively. Both devices feature vibrant color displays, long battery life, and tools to enhance reading for all age groups.

Starbucks will require corporate employees to work in-office four days a week and mandate relocation for people leaders to Seattle or Toronto, aligning with broader corporate shifts toward in-person work