Salary

Living expenses for a single person in Tokyo in 2025 are estimated to be between Rs 84,000–Rs 1.96 lakh a month and the techie's take-home salary of Rs 98,000 triggered a debate on whether a fresher can realistically cope with the country’s soaring rents, daily expenses and overall cost of living.

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?'

Man gets paid 330 times his monthly salary, quits, stops responding to boss. What happened next

Initially, the employee reportedly agreed to return the funds. But three days later, he submitted his resignation and stopped responding to calls and messages from his employer.

MC CEO Pay Report: Pawan Munjal, Rajeev Jain took home over Rs 100 crore each in FY25

Among the 26 companies of Nifty 50 index that have disclosed executive compensation so far, 10 companies reported hikes exceeding 10 percent with 11 witnessing single-digit increases and the balance five seeing a decline.

Madhya Pradesh cop gets Rs 28 lakh without reporting to duty for 12 years: Here's how

Over the next 12 years, Upadhyay continued to receive the government salary without reporting to training or duty even for a day.

'1-2% employees are IITians': Ex-ISRO chief's 2023 interview on IIT graduates sparks 'bond bias' debate

Why don't IITians join ISRO? Ex-chief S. Somanath's viral interview reveals 60 percent walked out over salary. Now, doctors call for equal treatment in compulsory bonds.

CEOs' salary rises 50% in 6 years while workers see just 0.9% wage hike: Report 

Oxfam’s findings show that billionaires earn more in an hour than most workers make in a year.

Ex-Meta executive who earned Rs 34 lakh-Rs 3.4 crore in 10 years offers tips to increase income

'Follow your passion' is one of the worst pieces of advice Sora Lee said she had received in college. That’s because several people are passionate about something that may not help them bag a high-paying job.

Ex-Amazon employee who bagged Rs 46 lakh sign-on bonus shares 5 salary negotiation tips

After the initial round of interviews, when Amazon appeared reluctant to offer Jasmine McCall the salary and compensation she wanted, she informed them that she had other offers on the table. 'Within 48 hours, Amazon came back with the full sign-on bonus and stock package,' McCall said.

From equity splurge to dilution control, startups tighten stock-based grants for top executives, says xto10x report

Startups are shifting from high fixed salaries to performance-linked MSOP grants as investor pressure to control dilution grows, the latest Total Rewards Benchmarking Report says

Career coach who helped Google, Amazon, and Microsoft employees get salary hikes shares tips

Melody Wilding said employees' performance review isn’t when decisions are made — it’s when decisions are communicated. She estimated that by the time review conversations happen, 85 percent of decisions about promotions are locked in.

Ex-Google techie says he got a promotion and Rs 80 lakh bonus 8 months after being hired

'My first two months at Google? Honestly, they were weird,' Jerry Lee, who worked with the tech giant for three years, said.

Sam Altman on why he is okay with a 'low' salary and no equity as OpenAI CEO: 'This is my childhood dream job’

Sam Altman is already a billionaire, with an estimated net worth of $1.1 billion, thanks to the equity he owns in Reddit, Stripe, and nuclear fusion firm Helion. On the other hand, a 1 percent stake in OpenAI is worth $1.57 billion.

How much salary would you need to earn to be considered successful in US?

The numbers are well beyond the reach of most Americans

Swiggy IPO to mint 500 crorepatis; 5,000 employees set to earn Rs 9,000 crore in total

Swiggy’s employee stock option (ESOP) payout exercise will be among the top ones in India’s startup scene where companies generating wealth at this scale is rare

PhonePe founders together drew Rs 5 crore salary in FY24, value of ESOPs drops 75%

In FY24, the payments firm revenue increased 73 percent to Rs 5,064 crore

How much tax is deducted from your salary: A comprehensive guide

Understanding how much tax is deducted from your salary can seem confusing at first, but it’s an important part of managing your finances. Whether you’re starting a new job or just trying to get a better handle on your pay slip, knowing how much tax you’ll pay can help you plan better.

Paytm’s board of directors opts for lower salary

With the revised remuneration structure, the annual compensation of each Non-Executive Independent Director will be capped at Rs 48 lakh

'I am not a fugitive': Byju Raveendran to employees amid delay in July salary

In an email to employees, Raveendran explained that a temporary stay by the Supreme Court on bankruptcy case has hindered the company’s ability to access funds

Amitabh Bachchan's fees and salary for hosting Kaun Banega Crorepati 16

Amitabh Bachchan, often referred to as Big B, is a name synonymous with Indian cinema. However, his contribution to Indian television, particularly through the iconic show Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), has also been monumental.

Investor says Rs 25 lakh salary falls short for family of 3, breaks down costs. Backlash follows

Sourav Dutta's comments prompted a strong response from social media, who feel that Rs 25 LPA remains a respectable salary, depending on factors such as location, industry, experience, and lifestyle.

Bad Newz actors Triptii Dimri, Vicky Kaushal, Ammy Virk fees, budget and more

Bad Newz, the much awaited Bollywood comedy film directed by Anand Tiwari, premiered in theaters on July 19. With the film currently running in theaters, many fans and moviegoers have been curious about the cast salary and the overall budget of the film.

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: New ‘Tapu’ Nitish Bhaluni’s payment is same as Raj Anadkat and higher than Bhavya Gandhi, deets inside

In the realm of Indian television, few shows have managed to capture the audience's imagination quite like Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC). Running for over 15 years, the show has been a staple of Indian households, providing endless entertainment and becoming an integral part of viewers' daily lives.

Karnataka labour minister urges Byju's to settle dues of former employees

The labour department has received complaints from nearly 200 employees amounting to around Rs 4.5 crore in dues.

Govt mulls study on pay parity in PSUs with private sector: Official

The next pay revision for PSUs, due in 2027, has sparked a debate over pay disparity between top PSU executives and their private sector counterparts