Workplace: News
15 Apr 2025
LifestyleWant to improve productivity at work? Follow these tips
Creating an ergonomic desk setup can increase your productivity by reducing physical strain and increasing comfort.
14 Apr 2025
LifestyleA tidy workspace can boost your productivity. Here's how
A tidy workspace can significantly impact productivity by reducing distractions and promoting a clear mind.
10 Apr 2025
LifestyleMaximize your productivity with these 5 simple tips
Creating focus zones in workspace can boost productivity and help you concentrate better.
10 Apr 2025
LifestyleWorkplace greeting etiquette you need to know
Mastering workplace greeting etiquette is essential for maintaining a positive and professional environment.
09 Apr 2025
LifestyleNo time to move during work? Try these desk exercises
In today's fast-paced work environment, it is tough to find time for exercise.
02 Apr 2025
China'No phones, lunch at desk'—Chinese firm slammed for harsh rules
Super Deer, a dental care products company headquartered in Hefei, Anhui province of eastern China, has been criticized for its draconian workplace policies.
17 Mar 2025
LifestyleSimple hacks for a more productive you
Time-blocking is a potent way to boost productivity by dedicating certain time slots for various tasks during the day.
12 Mar 2025
Lifestyle5 ways a clutter-free workspace improves focus
A clean workspace can prove to be a game changer when it comes to focusing on work and being productive.
08 Mar 2025
IndiaAlmost 50% of Indian companies without women directors are PSUs
A recent analysis by Primeinfobase has revealed that public sector undertakings (PSUs) in India are lagging behind in terms of gender diversity on their boards.
07 Mar 2025
EmploymentIndia's average pay hike to decrease in 2025: Here's why
Deloitte's latest survey predicts that average salary hikes for Indian companies will continue to decline.
05 Mar 2025
Lifestyle5 daily habits to supercharge your productivity
Everyone wants to be more productive, but it often feels like a never-ending chase.
04 Feb 2025
Indian GovernmentIs India heading toward 90-hour work week? Check Centre's response
The Indian government has clarified its position on the raging debate of extending work hours.
03 Feb 2025
BangaloreSurvey reveals 84% employees prefer a 40-50 hour workweek
A recent study by Venator Search Partners has found that nearly 84% of respondents preferred a work week of 40-50 hours, while only a tiny minority (2%) favored a work week of over 50 hours.
30 Jan 2025
HarvardManagers often sabotage talented employees due to intense competition—Harvard study
A recent study by Harvard researchers has revealed a disturbing trend in competitive workplaces.
24 Jan 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning7 in 10 Indian workers use AI on the job
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a prominent feature of Indian workplaces, with seven out of every 10 employees using some form of AI in their work in 2024.
10 Jan 2025
DelhiWhy 'Big Four' firms want employees to take public transport
The world's top consulting firms, Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG - popularly known as the 'Big Four' - are taking steps to cut down on work-related travel. The move is aimed at reducing costs as well as their carbon footprint.
09 Jan 2025
Larsen & Toubro'Corporate slavery': L&T chairman's 90-hour workweek idea slammed by netizens
In a controversial statement, SN Subrahmanyan, the chairman of Larsen & Toubro (L&T), has proposed a 90-hour workweek for employees, including Sundays.
27 Dec 2024
Mental Health70-hour work debate: Zoho CEO calls for balance over burnout
Sridhar Vembu, the CEO of software giant Zoho Corporation, has thrown his weight behind the idea of a 70-hour work week. The idea was first introduced by Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy.
24 Dec 2024
LifestyleTim Ferriss' essentials for mastering productivity and efficiency
Tim Ferriss, famous for his book The 4-Hour Workweek, is the embodiment of productivity and efficiency.
15 Dec 2024
GujaratGujarat man chops off fingers to avoid work
In a shocking incident in Gujarat's Surat, a 32-year-old man confessed to having severed four fingers of his left hand.
05 Dec 2024
Loki'Loki' actor, Jack Veal (17), reveals he's homeless
Jack Veal, who played Kid Loki in the Marvel series Loki, has revealed that he is homeless.
04 Dec 2024
LifestyleEnhancing teamwork with 'The Three Musketeers'
Learning from literature to enhance workplace dynamics? Sounds intriguing, and it works!
02 Dec 2024
LifestyleElevate your desk with fashion-forward accessories
In the hustle and bustle of the modern workplace, adding a touch of personality to your desk can make all the difference in brightening your day and sparking productivity.
22 Nov 2024
LifestyleBalancing freelance work with personal life like a pro
Struggling to balance your freelance work with your personal life? You're not alone!
17 Nov 2024
Europe'Jekyll and Hyde' bosses can harm employee morale, productivity: Study
A recent study by researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology has found that bosses who switch between abusive and charming behavior, can severely hurt employee morale and job performance.
07 Nov 2024
United States of AmericaNYT tech workers create their own games amid protest
Tech workers from The New York Times, who are currently on strike, have created a series of strike-themed games.
03 Nov 2024
GoogleGoogle expert reveals top skill that gets you promoted faster
Google's executive productivity advisor Laura Mae Martin has pinpointed the most important skill that can make an employee more competitive and improve their chances of getting promoted.
28 Oct 2024
LifestyleWays to streamline workflow with speed reading
Speed reading is a game-changer for productivity and efficiency at work.
23 Oct 2024
Social Media'Only death...excusable': Boss to employee who was late following accident
A social media post on X has gone viral over a manager's insensitivity toward an employee who had just survived a serious car accident.
14 Oct 2024
BBCBBC boss bans use of term 'talent': Here's why
BBC Director-General Tim Davie has officially banned the term "talent" from the organization.
11 Oct 2024
Acid AttackMan threatens acid attack for woman's choice of clothes, fired
A Bengaluru-based man, identified as Nikith Shetty, has been sacked from his job and a case has been registered against him for threatening to throw acid on a woman for her choice of clothes.
09 Oct 2024
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)TCS fires woman who accused manager of sexual harassment
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has sacked a woman, who had filed a sexual harassment complaint against her manager five years ago.
09 Oct 2024
AmazonWant promotion at work? You have to come to office
A recent study has found that a whopping 91% of Indian CEOs, are willing to reward employees who show up to office regularly with promotions, salary hikes, and preferred assignments.
08 Oct 2024
StartupsNo work-life balance: Techie works on laptop during own wedding
Casey Mackrell, the co-founder of an artificial intelligence (AI) start-up called Thoughtly, has sparked a fiery online debate about work-life balance.
03 Oct 2024
BusinessIndia Inc's projected salary hike for 2025 higher than 2024
A recent study by Aon, a global professional services firm, predicts that Indian companies are set to offer an average salary increment of 9.5% in 2025.
02 Oct 2024
India'Big pressure cooker': Zoho CEO criticizes India's stressful work culture
Zoho co-founder and CEO, Sridhar Vembu, has expressed concern over the high-stress levels prevalent in Indian corporate culture.
20 Sep 2024
IndiaIndia ranks among most overworked nations: International Labor Organization
India has been identified as one of the most overworked countries among the top 10 economies in the world, according to the International Labour Organization (ILO).
18 Sep 2024
JapanLess than 1% of top-1,600 Japanese companies led by women
A recent survey has revealed a significant gender imbalance in Japan's corporate leadership.
17 Sep 2024
LifestyleWomen in corporate leadership: Study shows slow but steady progress
The 10th annual study by LeanIn.org and McKinsey & Company, released on September 17, 2024, shows a gradual increase in women's progress in corporate America since 2015.
16 Sep 2024
SpainExtremadura, Spain invites digital nomads with financial incentives
Spain's lesser-known region, Extremadura, is offering a financial incentive of approximately €15,000 (₹13,00,000 approx.) to digital nomads willing to relocate.
13 Sep 2024
BusinessEmployees now reach office late and depart early, reveals data
The traditional 9-to-5 work schedule is undergoing a significant transformation, with many employees now preferring a condensed 10-to-4 routine, meaning working hours in offices have unofficially been reduced by two hours.
12 Sep 2024
Health & WellnessLaid-off Deloitte employee says ₹76L salary wasn't worth the pressure
Cierra Desmaratti (24), a former actuarial analyst at Deloitte's Chicago office, has expressed relief over her termination from the company.
08 Sep 2024
LifestyleUnderstanding granny flats: Utility and building solutions for small spaces
A granny flat is a self-contained living space typically located on the same property as a single-family home.
