TCS is laying off 12,000 employees — but this isn’t just cost-cutting. It’s a warning sign for India’s entire IT sector. From drying demand to AI disruption, we break down why this layoff is bigger than it seems — and what it means for tech professionals and investors.

India's largest IT services provider Tata Consultancy Services will reduce its workforce by 2% in its 2026 financial year, primarily affecting middle and senior management, the company said on Sunday.