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'Where are you?' to Wi‑Fi tracking: Teams update sparks privacy concerns. Microsoft responds

The Microsoft Teams' 'Automatic update of work location' feature arrives as many companies intensify return‑to‑office mandates, leading employees to question whether location tracking could be used to monitor their compliance rather than collaboration.

'Want revenge': Tech Mahindra staffer fired over abusive video. 'Learn work ethics,' say netizens

'When people, especially men, are frustrated, they hurl abuses, and I did abuse in the video. My manager asked me to delete the video, and I did... but they fired me,' the former Tech Mahindra employee Saurabh Saraswat said.

Employee says his company's RTO policy is affecting his relationship: Girlfriend works remotely

The employee said that the daily commute to work left him exhausted. What earlier felt natural to do as a couple now requires deliberate planning: shared lunches, breaks together, and evening downtime have shrunk, replaced by recovery from the office routine.

Boss assigns employee major project ahead of engagement: 'Marriage is not emergency”

An employee claims their wedding plans were ignored when their boss assigned a major project right before their engagement.

Employee fired for being 10 minutes late to office, Reddit post sparks debate

A Reddit post claiming an employee was fired for arriving 10 to 15 minutes late over five consecutive days has sparked widespread debate online, with users divided over workplace discipline and fairness.

Consultant or employee: How to decide which path works for you

The same job can feel very different depending on whether you’re on payroll or contract. Here’s what shifts financially, professionally and in day-to-day life.

Noida founder after employee takes sick leave due to pollution: Even we are falling ill but...

Interacting with social media users in the comments, the Noida-based founder of a fashion brand, Swapnil Srivastav, said that although employees have the option to take sick leaves, entrepreneurs cannot afford to do so.

Beyond Ikigai, a Japanese philosophy for greater job satisfaction based on moving meditation, mindful listening and Aisatsu

A Japanese Buddhist monk explains why your office should feel more like a dojo than a battlefield - and shares three no-cost rituals to get you started on practicing three tenets of Jōdo Shinshū philosophy at the workplace.

Microsoft to give employees a chance to flag ethical concerns amid Middle East backlash

Microsoft is launching a new internal system that lets employees anonymously raise concerns about how its technology is used, following controversy over the company’s work with the Israeli military.

How to stop your EPF money from going missing during job changes

Delayed transfers and inactive accounts can quietly cost you years of interest — here’s how to keep your PF money growing

EPFO sets up task force and IBC cell to recover over Rs 21,000 crore in pending PF dues

It is also leant that the EPFO has categorised pending dues into two buckets - immediately realizable’ (IR) and ‘non-immediately realizable’. Of the total Rs 21,000 worth of dues pending, IR dues amount to Rs 2,980 crore while the non-IR dues are over Rs 18,500 crore.

Amazon fires engineer over ‘threatening’ letter to CEO Andy Jassy

Amazon has fired software engineer Ahmed Shahrour after he criticised the company’s Project Nimbus contract on internal channels. The move has drawn accusations of retaliation, reflecting a broader pattern of tech companies disciplining employees involved in Israel-related protests.

Amazon fires Paltestinian software engineer for protesting company's ties with Israel

The termination coincided with the release of seven Israeli hostages by Hamas as part of a ceasefire agreement brokered with help from U.S. President Donald Trump and the planned release of nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees by Israel.

EPFO extends deadline for filing EPF return by a week till October 22

The employers are mandated to file the ECR by the 15th of every month. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched a revamped Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) system, which is applicable starting from the wage month of September 2025, a labour ministry statement said.

Ever walked out of a meeting wondering why it was even called? You’re not alone

In India Inc, everyone looks busy but few are productive as India’s offices can be addicted to meetings. The cure is having smarter ones that respect time, dignity, and outcomes.

What happens if you stop contributing to your EPF account?

Stopping EPF contributions can pause retirement growth, affecting long-term savings. The account earns interest but becomes 'inoperative' if it is not inactive for three years

Microsoft veteran resigns after 13 years, accuses firm of aiding Israeli military

Scott Sutfin-Glowski, a principal software engineer at Microsoft, announced on Thursday that he is leaving the company, saying he could no longer accept “enabling what may be the worst atrocities of our time.”

Malaika Arora says, "my son is my most favourite" as ex-husband Arbaaz Khan welcomes baby girl with Sshura Khan

As Arbaaz Khan and his wife Sshura Khan welcomed their first child together, Malaika Arora found herself back in the spotlight for a completely different reason, a heartfelt confession about the person who means the most to her.

EPFO introduces 'Passbook Lite' to check summary, shifting of provident fund made easier

'Passbook Lite' will make it easier to see a summary of contributions, withdrawals and current balance in a faster manner without accessing the passbook portal.

Microsoft to make three days a week in office compulsory for employees by 2026

Microsoft emphasised that the policy is not linked to headcount reductions, instead aiming for greater consistency across teams.

Microsoft fires more employees over Israel contract protests

The group has staged a series of protests this year over Microsoft’s Azure cloud contracts in Israel. Actions have included interrupting company executives during live-streamed presentations