TCS Layoffs: AI Disruption & US Trade Tensions Shake IT Sector - Dr.SanjayKumar Pawar Table of Contents Introduction TCS Layoffs: A Symptom of Deeper Trouble AI Disruption: Transforming the Indian IT Workforce The Role of US Economic Policy: Fed Rate Standoff and Trade Tariffs Trump’s Tariff Threats and Kremlin Reactions: New Pressure Points Russia-India Trade vs US-India Trade Tensions Indian Apparel and Tech Exports Under Stress Hiring Slowdown and Structural Shifts in Talent Management Sector Outlook: 2025 and Beyond Insights and Implications for India’s Economic Strategy Conclusion FAQ 1. Introduction India’s $250 billion IT industry — once the crown jewel of global outsourcing and consistent economic growth — is now facing a pivotal reckoning. The recent announcement by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to lay off 12,000 employees , or 2% of its global workforce, is more than just a corporate move. It's a warning signal. Though positioned as part of a str...