Indian IT giants Hinduja Global Services, Infosys, and HCL Technologies have filed numerous WARN notices in early 2026, exceeding 2025’s total. This surge, driven by AI’s impact on large deals and shrinking demand for redeployment, signals accelerating restructuring and potential workforce reductions.
Israel announced it killed Ali Yusuf Harshi, nephew of Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem, in a Beirut strike. This occurred despite a ceasefire announcement in a separate conflict. Israeli forces targeted over 100 Hezbollah sites in Beirut and other areas. The strikes followed deadly attacks on commercial and residential areas in Beirut.
These forms – Form 93, Form 94, Form 95, and Form 96, have been introduced to suit different categories of applicants, including Indian residents, foreign individuals, as well as domestic and overseas entities.
Haryana suspends two IAS officers, RK Singh and Pradeep Kumar, in connection with a Rs 500 crore IDFC First Bank scam. The probe has been transferred to the CBI. The scam allegedly involved siphoning off nearly Rs 590 crore of government funds through shell companies and bogus billing.
The Congress has withdrawn its candidate from the Baramati by-election, following an advisory from Sharad Pawar to support NCP candidate Sunetra Pawar. Despite the Congress exit, over 30 independent candidates remain, prompting NCP efforts to persuade them to withdraw before the deadline.
While RCB star Virat Kohli dominates IPL chase runs, he surprisingly doesn’t top the average charts. David Miller leads this elite list with an impressive 49.08 average, followed by KL Rahul and Phil Salt. Kohli sits tenth, highlighting that sheer volume isn’t the only measure of chase prowess in T20 cricket.
A recent report suggests OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, despite leading a top AI firm, may lack deep technical programming and machine learning expertise. Insiders describe him as a strategist who leverages others’ talent and funding, rather than a hands-on coder. He’s also noted for his ability to unite diverse groups, navigating complex AI landscapes.
A fragile Iran-US ceasefire is showing signs of collapse as Iran warns of renewed hostilities amid intensified Israeli strikes in Lebanon. Hezbollah retaliated, accusing Israel of breaching the truce, a stance Israel and the US argue falls outside the agreement’s scope, jeopardizing upcoming peace talks.
