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Bengaluru techie, 26, on getting Rs 80 LPA hybrid job at Google: 'Dad thought it was a scam'

Arka Mazumder hails from a middle-class family and had to also take education loans. Now, however, with a lucrative job, he wants to make sure that his parents can get everything they need. 'Being able to give them a bit of comfort, some luxury, and a better lifestyle means everything to me,' he said.

'Is this normal?': Fresher raises concern over 13-hour workday, gets just 2 leaves a month

A fresher triggered online discussion after posting about a heavy work routine on Reddit, involving long hours, weekend duties, and very limited leave.

'Time to quit?': Employee asked to work on weekends, 'be alert for 24 hrs' triggers debate

The employee clarified that they have more than eight years of experience and it's been like this ever since they joined the company a year ago. 'Pretty much everything like working for 20 hours and availability on weekends are normalised here,' they said.

'No salary is less': Woman earning Rs 2.5 lakh per month says she was happiest at Rs 15,000

A post on quickly went viral, showing that happiness comes from passion, not salary. She revealed that comparison, not money, created dissatisfaction, sparking online debates about work and success.

'When someone pays huge...': Techie turns down Rs 47 LPA job offer, explains risk behind decision

A tech professional’s decision to decline a Rs 47 LPA job offer in Pune went viral after he explained that high paying roles come with strong leadership expectations and little time to learn, sparking mixed reactions online.

‘1.5% hike felt like an insult’: Engineer quits over Rs 1.8 lakh raise, manager blames company policy

A manager’s Reddit post revealed that their “best engineer” decided to leave after being offered only a 1.5% raise, roughly Rs 1.8 lakh. Despite the company’s strong performance, the strict salary increase cap left no room for negotiation.

OPINION | Why India Inc is losing women leaders after a decade at work

Women enter India’s workforce in large numbers but many leave at mid-career stages which weakens leadership pipelines and reduces representation in senior corporate positions

Lost your job? Here’s how to protect your money while you regroup

Losing your job is scary, but the financial damage doesn’t have to spiral if you act early and calmly.

Govt may roll out Corporate Mitra programme by June; nine-month training model under discussion

MCA drafting guidelines after consultations; initiative aimed at creating bookkeeping and compliance support cadre for MSMEs

‘Willing to settle for 3 LPA’: Man turns down 7 LPA offer, now saddled with Rs 40 lakh loan

A viral X post claims that a man rejected a 7 LPA campus placement to pursue a Master’s degree in the US, only to end up with Rs 40 lakh in education debt.

Thinking of quitting your job to start a business? Plan for the missing salary first

Entrepreneurship sounds exciting, but the real shock often comes from losing a steady monthly income.

OPINION | Budget 2026 lays medium-term foundation for job-led growth

Budget 2026 prioritises fiscal credibility while embedding employment in sectoral choices, exports and human capital. The shift is deliberate and medium-term. Job-led growth will ultimately depend on execution and state capacity

Leaving a job? Here’s why severance and gratuity are not the same thing

One is a legal right. The other usually depends on company policy.

Gig workers from Maharashtra likely to join strike, police monitoring developments: Officials

Amid the strike call by gig workers' unions, police are closely monitoring developments to prevent any untoward incidents on New Year's Eve, according to police officials.

SC allows husband to travel overseas for employment despite pending criminal case under Section 498A

Prolonged investigation without a chargesheet cannot be used to indefinitely restrict an accused’s right to livelihood and travel, rules court

Unemployment falls to eight-month low of 4.7% in November

Rural job gains and rising female participation drive broad-based improvement in labour market conditions

Bengaluru man quits corporate job to drive auto: 'Not scared of starting all over again'

In the video, autodriver Rakesh urges viewers to focus on living and finding meaning beyond money. 'There are other things that are also important. Find value for your life, find true purpose. And come what may, face it, don't run from it, don't hide,' he said.

OPINION | India can no longer outsource the dreams of its youth to the West

Western nations are closing doors to skilled Indian migrants, ending a decades-old model of opportunity abroad. India must now attract returnees, build innovation ecosystems, improve livability, and drive domestic, technology-led growth

Steady jobs, stronger loans: How your job and experience shape loan approvals

Lenders read your employment history as a proxy for repayment stability—longer tenure and credible experience usually mean easier approvals and better terms.

Shark Tank India’s Anupam Mittal questions 35% salary hike in new job: ‘Who set these standards?’

When an X user asked Anupam Mittal why candidates shouldn’t ask for higher increments just as founders seek higher equity, the Shark Tank India judge replied: 'They can ask for sure, but the market will determine what they get, no?'

Calcutta HC: Seeking better job not moral turpitude, asks company to pay gratuity dues

The High Court noted that the company could neither produce any witness nor show any call records to substantiate their charge that the man was in touch with a rival company.

How students can build a credit score without a job or income

Smart credit habits can help students establish a financial footprint even before they start earning.

What Is ‘quiet cracking’? A silent workforce crisis and how to fix it

Discover the hidden workplace crisis known as 'Quiet Cracking'—how silent employee disengagement impacts productivity and what employers can do to rebuild motivation, retention, and workplace satisfaction.

Leaving your job before 5 years? You might still be eligible for gratuity—here’s what the law says

While five years of service is the norm for gratuity eligibility in India, exceptions exist that could allow early payouts.

All top 500 companies yet to engage in PM Internship Scheme, says FM Sitharaman

FM Sitharaman has sought greater involvement from leading companies, calling it essential to maximise the scheme's impact and help the youth meet industry’s expectations.