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Rajasthan has inaugurated its first semiconductor plant in Bhiwadi. The Sahasra Semiconductors ATMP/OSAT facility has over Rs 150 crore investment, 60 million annual unit capacity, and exports more than 60% of production. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates #IndiaSemiconductors

A Nashik court has denied bail to a TCS site head and POSH committee member in a sexual harassment case linked to the company’s Nashik unit. The court said there was “clear evidence of abetment,” while the police investigation continues. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

Telangana’s life sciences ecosystem has reportedly reached $145 billion after Rs 84,000 crore in investments over two years. Hyderabad now hosts innovation centres of nine of the world’s top 10 life sciences companies. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates #Hyderabad

A former Meta employee says the mood before one major layoff round felt “almost like doomsday.” Workers reportedly packed free snacks, drinks and chargers as uncertainty spread inside the company. The account highlights the human impact of repeated Big Tech layoffs. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

@TCS CEO K Krithivasan says the company aims to become the world’s largest AI-led technology services firm. TCS says 130 of its top 139 clients have selected it as an AI services partner, with 270,000+ employees now holding advanced AI skills. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates.

Maharashtra has signed an MoU with AM Intelligence Labs for a proposed ₹1.14 lakh crore AI infrastructure project. The plan includes a green data centre park and AI compute hub near Mumbai, with 500 MW capacity and around 8,000 direct jobs expected. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

Samsung Electronics faces a potential 18-day strike from May 21 as 45,000+ workers dispute bonus payouts tied to the AI chip boom. The standoff highlights growing pressure inside the semiconductor supply chain as AI demand reshapes profits and workforce expectations. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates #AIChips

TCS CEO and MD K Krithivasan received over ₹28 crore in total remuneration in FY26. The package rose 6.3% YoY and stood at 332.8 times the company’s median employee pay, according to TCS’ annual report. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

TCS Chairman N Chandrasekaran says AI is becoming the “infrastructure of intelligence” for enterprises. TCS reported $2.3 billion in annualised AI services revenue and $11.5 billion from new-age services including cloud, data and cybersecurity. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates.

Wipro has completed its acquisition of Mindsprint, Olam Group’s IT and digital services business. Mindsprint will operate as “Mindsprint, a Wipro Company” and brings 3,200+ professionals across supply chain, digital platforms, cybersecurity, and automation. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

Google may limit some new accounts to 5GB of free storage unless users link a phone number. The full 15GB for Gmail, Drive, and Photos may still be available after verification, but Google has not announced a broad policy rollout. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman holds more than $2 billion in stakes across companies that have dealt with OpenAI, according to a court filing cited by Reuters. Altman denies wrongdoing and says he recused himself from related decisions. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

Sam Altman told a U.S. court that Elon Musk once wanted a 90% stake in OpenAI. The trial is examining OpenAI’s shift from its nonprofit origins and the governance tensions shaping the future of generative AI. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates #OpenAI

Microsoft-owned LinkedIn is reportedly preparing to cut about 5% of its global workforce. The move is part of a restructuring, even as LinkedIn reported 12% revenue growth in the latest quarter. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

Meta employees in the U.S. are reportedly protesting new mouse-tracking software on work computers. The pushback centers on workplace surveillance concerns as Meta says the tool is meant to train AI systems for everyday computing tasks. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

Uber will set up its first India data centre with Adani Group, with the facility expected later this year. The company said it will support testing and deploying Uber technology at scale, underscoring India’s growing role in global tech infrastructure. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

Cisco will cut nearly 4,000 jobs as part of an AI-focused restructuring. The move comes as AI infrastructure orders rise and Cisco raises its annual revenue forecast. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

@Uber will set up its first India data centre with Adani Group, with the facility expected later this year. The company said it will support testing and deploying Uber technology at scale, underscoring India’s growing role in global tech infrastructure. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

Nasscom says India’s tech sector will continue with hybrid work as firms respond to West Asia tensions. Companies are using travel advisories, energy-saving steps, and remote work where needed to maintain continuity, with TCS, Infosys, and Wipro among those taking precautions. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates

NITES has asked India’s Labour Ministry to issue a work-from-home advisory for the country’s 5.8 million IT/ITES workforce. The appeal follows PM Narendra Modi’s call to cut fuel use and unnecessary travel, with NITES arguing remote work is feasible at scale for suitable roles. Follow @TechLensNow for more tech updates