Mumbai, January 30: Amazon has officially confirmed a sweeping new round of global layoffs, impacting approximately 16,000 employees across its international workforce. Layoffs in 2026: Amazon, UPS, Dow and Other Global Tech Giants Axe Thousands of Jobs Amid Rising Costs and AI Restructuring. Amazon Layoffs Impact in IndiaAccording to internal communications, the layoffs in India span various corporate functions, including technology, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Prime Video, and human resources. In the US, most affected employees have been granted a 90-day window to apply for other internal roles. Tech Layoffs 2026: Amazon, Meta, TCS, Pinterest and Others Reduce Workforce by Laying Off Thousands of Employees in January.