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Nokia is in the process of implementing a significant global restructuring that could result in the elimination of up to 14,000 positions on a global scale. As a result of the company's response to slowing growth and operational inefficiencies, India is anticipated to be one of the
Indian workers of Accenture Plc have been informed that they will be subject to disciplinary action if they show up to work without reserving a seat in advance. Therefore, it appears that the company's office spaces are at capacity. The return-to-office team at Accenture requested that workers reserve
Bharti family office’s hospitality and dining arm has announced the appointment of Rohan Pewekar as the Chief Executive Officer. In this role, Rohan will drive the strategic direction and operations of the group’s restaurant business, which includes internationally acclaimed brands such as PizzaExpress, Chili’s, P.F. Chang’
The continuing violence in West Asia has caused a shortage of LPG supplies, which has started to interfere with operations at important IT campuses in India. Consequently, businesses are cutting back on cafeteria services and requesting that workers bring their own food to work. Canteen vendors are facing a reduced
Starting on March 16, the majority of staff at software startup Zoho Corporation have been requested to work remotely for two weeks. Reasons given for this action include operational concerns and the need to reduce employee commute time. All employees, with the exception of those engaged in mission-critical operations, would
On 12–13 March, HCLTech gave its Chennai office workers the opportunity to work remotely due to a cooking gas shortage that affected cafeteria operations. Because of the continuing shortage of LPG, a number of cafeteria vendors had to close their doors. As a result, the business decided to let
Infosys is adjusting its hybrid work structure and has asked more workers to work from the office at least four days a week. The business is broadening its return-to-office requirements. Workers at specific units have just been notified by the IT services major that personnel at employment levels 6A and
The team at Block, the folks behind Afterpay, Cash App, and Square, are laying off 40% of their employees. Jack Dorsey, co-founder, wrote to shareholders explaining the action, saying that "intelligence tools" were the driving force. Dorsey predicts that the majority of businesses will soon do the same.
Bengaluru is now home to Anthropic's newest office. India is becoming an increasingly important player in the global AI competition, as the country has become the second-largest market for its AI assistant, Claude. According to the business, approximately half of Claude's usage in India is for
Nearly a year after JPMorgan Chase enforced a strict five-day office attendance policy, some employees are still pushing back, with an online petition opposing the rule continuing to attract signatures. The petition, addressed to CEO Jamie Dimon, calls for hybrid work options to return, even as many staff fear public
A local software company in India has taken legal action in response to Anthropic's expansion to India. The lawsuit claimed that an Indian company was operating under the "Anthropic" brand. Hence, highlighting the potential clash between local incumbents and the fast worldwide push of AI enterprises.
Google's parent company, Alphabet, is planning to take up a huge office block in Bengaluru in order to expand its operations in India. This might result in the creation of as many as 20,000 new jobs. This decision is made in light of the fact that American
A high-profile US legal case has emerged this week involving a young fintech founder once celebrated as a rising star in the tech world. Gökçe Güven, a 26-year-old Turkish entrepreneur and former Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree, has been charged by US federal prosecutors with multiple counts of fraud, including
Infosys has started gathering household electricity use data from remote workers, according to the offcial press release. This is done as a part firm's larger sustainability project connected to its hybrid work style. The information is being used to calculate the environmental impact of working remotely and produce
Zomato has leased more than 270,000 square feet of office space at Sector 59, Gurugram's Intellion Park, which is owned by Tata Realty and Infrastructure. The food service company will pay INR 2.33 crore in rent each month for a 278,249-square-foot chargeable space, per the
Infosys Ltd. faces the possibility of losing almost one-third of its around $400 million yearly revenue from Daimler, one of its top three clients, as the German automaker searches for a replacement vendor after execution delays. At a time when client technology budgets are being tightened by economic uncertainty, tariff
Uber is targeting a business transportation market in India that it believes may grow to $13 billion by 2030, going beyond just individual riders. The massive ride-hailing company is wagering that transporting office workers to factories, IT parks, and global capability centres will provide the size and steady demand that
Keeping your business secure these days feels like a whole new ballgame. You're not just dealing with the usual threats; you've got new challenges like AI-generated code creating blind spots and a regulatory landscape that seems to get more complicated by the minute. Juggling all of
- Employees’ 6-hour office shift, 3 days a week, will be strictly monitored by Wipro. - If not followed, it can directly affect the leaves (effective from January 1). - Total working hours remain unchanged at 9.5 hours (be it work from the office or home).
Sam Altman, the founder of OpenAI, has revealed a new senior position that will pay over $500,000 annually. Reducing the dangers associated with quickly developing artificial intelligence (AI) systems is the main goal of the position. The company is hiring a "Head of Preparedness", Altman said, describing
Maharashtra goods and services tax (GST) authorities have sent Urban Company a tax demand and penalty notice amounting to INR 56.4 Cr. The company stated in a filing with the exchanges that the total sum consists of INR 51.3 Cr in primary tax and INR 5.13 Cr
In the upcoming weeks, Amazon plans to lay off 370 employees at its European headquarters in Luxembourg. At this workplace, this will be the largest round of job reductions ever. Approximately 8.5% of the 4,370 employees are impacted by the cuts. The layoffs follow Amazon's announcement
This article has been contributed by Mukul Pasricha (Founder & CEO , Spring House Workspaces) As 2025 comes to a close, the commercial real estate and workspace market in India is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades. The old office equation - long leases, fixed desks, centralized headquarters is giving
Superhealth, India’s first hospital network with zero wait-time and zero commission, has officially launched its flagship facility in Salapuria Towers, Koramangala, Bengaluru, marking the first milestone in its mission to establish a 100-hospital network across the country. The investment into Superhealth has been made by the family office of
This article has been contributed by Sourabh Deorah, CEO and Co-Founder, AdvantageClub.ai One of the most positive changes in today's workplaces is the increased emphasis on mental health. Teams collaborate more successfully, think more clearly, and perform steadily when members recognize their emotional needs and take a
This article has been contributed by Anita Yadagiri, Director – The Canvas, ANJ Group Technology has moved to the heart of workspace design. Modern offices are expected to sense, adapt and respond to people in real time, making intelligence as critical as aesthetics. This shift is reshaping every design decision, from
Creating a calm and pleasant workspace can make your day feel lighter and more productive. One of the easiest ways to do this is by adding a few indoor greens to your desk or office corner. They lift your mood, bring a touch of nature inside and make your space
Working long hours and not getting paid enough, working from home? No more. The new rules say ‘take 2x salary for it.’ Here's why...
Cognizant introduces stricter laptop monitoring for its employees. From keyboard touches to mouse moments, the tool will track every minute. Here's how...
ExtraMile Play, a gamified employee engagement platform, has raised approximately $500,000 in seed funding to accelerate product innovation to strengthen its technology capabilities, and expand into new geographies and enterprise segments. The round is led by GSF (Gurgaon), with Mount Judi Ventures (Bengaluru), GrowthSense and Growth91 (Ahmedabad) as co-leads.
Infosys co-founder N. R. Narayana Murthy has said that India can reduce its economic gap with China, but only if the country is prepared to work harder and raise its standards across sectors. In a recent interview with Republic World, he said progress will depend on how consistently India acts
Neville Tata, the son of chairman Noel Tata, and company veteran and former Titan managing director Bhaskar Bhat have been appointed to the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust (SDTT) board by Tata Trusts. They will both be in office for three years. In accordance with a new Maharashtra government regulation that
This article has been contributed by Nanda Padmaraju – Chief Revenue Officer, EMEA, APAC & ANZ at Covasant Technologies The Back Office That Built the World For several decades, India served as the world’s most dependable outsourcing destination. From customer support desks and banking back offices to complex technology projects,
The modern working world faces growing challenges that require not only flexibility and adaptability but also intelligent solutions to manage complexity efficiently. Visual tools have emerged as a key element at the heart of productive workflows: they bring clarity, simplify information, and make work processes more intuitive and transparent. Those
The Indian commercial interior design and office fit-out sector is expanding rapidly, valued at INR 277 billion in 2023 and projected to grow to INR 805 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 16.5%. FocusOn Interiors provides end-to-end turnkey solutions, bridging the gap between design and execution through structured
The Economic Times reported that Google, a prominent US tech company, has leased over 617,000 square feet of office space at Atrium Place in Gurugram, one of the biggest office space agreements of 2025. The building, which was created in collaboration with DLF and Hines, represents Google's
The Chief Minister's Office (CMO) announced on 23 October that mining behemoth Vedanta Group plans to invest an additional INR 1 trillion in Odisha, generating over 100,000 direct and indirect job opportunities. The group has already made comparable investments in the state through a number of projects.
Microsoft wants its employees to have more work freedom, while Dell and Amazon have stricter 5-day work rules. Why? Learn more.
In order to introduce the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft in India, Mahindra Group said on 17 October that it has signed an agreement with Embraer Defence & Security. The Mumbai-based Mahindra Group said in a statement that it has inked a historic strategic collaboration agreement (SCA) with Embraer Defence
This article is contributed by authored By Satinder Aggarwal, Founder, EQBAC Corporate cash reserves typically sit idle, waiting for emergencies or major investments. But there's a growing recognition that these funds could serve a dual purpose: protecting the business whilst actively supporting employees through welfare programmes, performance bonuses,
When Thomas Kurian stepped into Google Cloud’s corner office in early 2019, some people expected the quiet executive from Oracle to spark such a turnaround. Drawing on more than two decades at Oracle, Kurian brought structure to a division once known more for its potential than its profits. Under
Meolaa, an end-to-end technology-powered FMCG company, today announced that it has secured $6 million in Pre-Series A funding to advance its digital-first growth strategy. The round was led by General Catalyst (GC), alongside participation from Claypond Capital (family investment office of Dr. Ranjan Pai), Colossa Ventures, entrepreneur Kunal Shah, Turbostart
Global technology giant Zoho Corporation on 1st October unveiled Vani, a new brand inside the organisation that offers an all-in-one, intelligent platform that prioritises visuals and offers a fresh take on workplace creativity and collaboration. Through the use of whiteboards, flowcharts, diagrams, mind mapping, and video conferencing, Vani enables teams
Employees are growing more concerned that their employment may be in jeopardy due to a surge of cost-cutting driven by artificial intelligence (AI). Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, is also not providing any consolation. He claimed that electricians, plumbers, and carpenters will be the true beneficiaries of the AI
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Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is one of the most auspicious and widely celebrated festivals in India. It is a time of joy, togetherness, and the triumph of light over darkness. While Diwali is traditionally celebrated in homes, many companies also join in the festivities by decorating
Diwali is a highly anticipated and widely celebrated festival in India. No second thoughts on that. After all, all of us wait for it with our arms wide open. It is a time of joy, togetherness, and festivities. While it is traditionally celebrated with family and friends, it is also
There is a saying, that all work and no play make Jack a dull boy. This can’t be more true, I mean imagine, working all the time and being formal and strict for the sake of being in your office. Hard and frustrating, isn’t it? Festivals in our
Satya Nadella, the CEO of Microsoft, has acknowledged that he has a disturbing notion that keeps him up at night: what if the computer giant fails to survive the AI revolution? An innocent query about workplace culture ultimately led to a rare moment of weakness from the guy in charge,
With an ultimatum to staff members, Microsoft is formally ending its period of flexible remote work: work from the office at least three days a week or risk having their career options restricted. With effect starting in February 2026, the Redmond giant's new policy marks a significant departure
Established in Ahmedabad with the goal of filling a gap in Gujarat’s startup ecosystem, DevX has quickly become a leader in the coworking and accelerator space. With a mission to empower startups and entrepreneurs through purpose-built workspaces, they’ve created an environment where collaboration and growth thrive. Their approach
This article has been contributed by Rujuta Rammohan, Chief Culture Officer at InCorp India For decades, productivity has been measured by the sheer number of hours put in - In India’s corporate sectors, long hours have often been worn as a badge of honour. Employees missing their commitments at
This article has been contributed by Vikrant Kaushal, Chief People Officer, Consortium Gifts As holidays loom near, the workplace is typically characterized by extra stress, busy deadlines, and overtime. During such crunch moments, present-giving is a powerful means of boosting morale and easing the burden of workers. Present-giving in the
Deloitte calls employees in India to show up in the office 2 days a week. How's the tracking done, and what are the consequences if not followed? Learn here.
Are you looking for tools to help boost your sales and marketing efforts? This is the perfect spot! Research indicates that a significant portion of sales teams (73%) see working across departments as extremely or very important for the overall success of their sales process. In addition, 86% of employees
Daksh Gupta is a 23-year-old Indian-origin CEO based in the US, who came into the limelight for supporting a 14-hour workday culture. While he got criticized for endorsing glorifying overwork, he stood firm on his belief that extreme dedication is what drives success in the hyper-competitive world of startups. According
No WFH, no work life balance, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., but take home ₹1.5 Crore a year, will you do it? Greptile offers...
Following an inquiry that found that he had an "undisclosed romantic relationship" with a subordinate, Nestlé fired CEO Laurent Freixe. His actions were against company policy. Philipp Navratil, the CEO of Nespresso, was named as his successor by the Swiss multinational. After 40 years with the company, Mr
This Article has been contributed by Shiraz Khan, the founder and director of Spicetree Design Agency. In the last ten years, empathy has become one of the most important traits in a leader. People commonly agree it is a way to build trust, work together, and get employees involved. Leaders
AT&T CEO John Stankey is enforcing a market-based mentality by combining help-desk centres and requiring managers to relocate to six hubs or risk losing their jobs. As part of a massive workplace reorganisation, AT&T is forcing more of its managers to transfer or face severance. CEO
According to various media reports, the smartphone giant Apple has rented approximately 2.7 lakh square feet of office space in Bengaluru for ten years, with a total outlay of approximately INR 1,010 crore for the duration, which includes rent, parking, and maintenance. The iPhone manufacturer will pay a
Microsoft may soon ask workers to spend more time in the office as it prepares to tighten its hybrid work policies. A Business Insider story claims that the tech giant intends to implement a new attendance requirement as early as January; however, specific dates may differ depending on where its
This article has been contributed by Asif Upadhye, Dark Knight at Never Grow Up®. Every August 15, we celebrate our hard-won freedom. But what does freedom mean today? For Gen Z, who is redefining work, it goes far beyond national independence. It's now the freedom to be candid
This article has been contributed by Amruta Kharnal, Senior Manager - People & Culture at Beyond Key. In the modern workplace, independence goes beyond adaptable timetables and remote work policies. It is about empowering people to give their all to their employment, make important contributions, and connect what they do
This article has been contributed by Vivek Chadha, Founder at AccelerateX Ventures | Angel Investor & Author of Startupology There was a time when the only way to do things was to have a regular workday with set hours, a set place, and set rules. For a long time, the only
This article has been contributed by Mr. Saurabh Sharma, Founder & CEO at Agile 360 Degree Consulting & Career Mentor A software engineer who works for a mid-sized SaaS company in Bengaluru starts her day at 11 AM. She works in short bursts, skips meetings that aren't necessary,
This article has been contributed by Ms. Hemalatha R, Co-Founder and CHRO- Sekel Tech Independence Day is a celebration of our nation’s freedom and it is also a reminder to us of the freedoms we need to nurture albeit responsibly and cultivate the same in our workplace: the freedom
This article has been contributed by Gaurav Bhagat, Managing Director, Consortium Gifts In the contemporary rapid pace and globalisation of the world, employees increasingly look to derive meaning and purpose in their work. This is very conspicuous in India, where most employees, particularly the Gen Zs, prioritise corporate responsibility and
A harsh 100% tariff on imported computer chips and semiconductors was announced by US President Donald Trump on 6 August. This action may result in increased costs for tech-driven goods, including appliances, autos, and electronics. As he and Apple CEO Tim Cook spoke at the Oval Office, Trump declared, "
This article has been contributed by Rajeev Jain, MD & Founder, RN Faucets Pvt. Ltd. As we are heading close to our Independence Day, when the tricolour unfurls against the August sky, a wave of patriotism will usher amongst us. This sentiment has traditionally translated into a time-honoured ritual: a
The foodtech giant Swiggy has launched DeskEats, a new product created especially to serve Indian working people. According to a statement from the company, the offering is currently accessible in over 7,000 tech parks, business centres, and corporate complexes spread across 30 cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Gurugram,
The Indian Independence Day is not just a day but an occasion to look back at the oppression that our country has witnessed, reminisce about the glorious battles of the past, pay tribute to the freedom fighters who led us to be independent, and celebrate the present! All of our
Being a land of diversity, India is full of occasions and festivals that the countrymen, belonging to different castes, creeds, geographical regions, genders, and ethnicity celebrate. Most of these festivals spring from the religions that the citizens of the country observe and other global holidays, but Independence is entirely our
"Faulty auto translation of Kannada content on Meta platforms" has drawn harsh criticism from Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. This comes after Meta's automatic translation engine mistranslated a Facebook condolence message from the chief minister's office and pronounced Siddaramaiah deceased. Originally composed in Kannada to
In today’s competitive business landscape, efficient time management and workforce oversight have become crucial pillars for success, especially in large companies. Implementing a reliable TimeCamp time tracking solution not only helps businesses optimize their resources but also enhances employee accountability without sacrificing trust. TimeCamp is more than just a
Apple is negotiating to get the US rights to broadcast Formula 1 as the internet giant expands its live sports programming and builds on the success of its popular film based on the racing car series. Various media reports stated that when the broadcast deal opens up next year, the
On July 8, listed logistics startup BlackBuck announced that the Income Tax (IT) Department has sent it a tax demand notice for INR 28.55 Lakh. The company stated in a statement with the exchanges that the July 7 tax notice was sent because certain expenses that qualified for tax
Infosys encourages its staff to have a healthy work-life balance. According to reports, the tech giant has launched an internal campaign where HR is monitoring how much time employees spend working in the office and reminding them to adhere to regular working hours, particularly when working remotely. Employees whose registered
Genpact has informed a media house that the company observes a 9-hour workday, not a 10-hour one as previously suggested, in response to internet criticism of claims of a 10-hour workweek. However, Genpact refused to provide more information about the policy and did not reply to any further media queries.
This article has been contributed by Mr. Saurabh Sharma, Founder and CEO at Agile 360 Degree Once seen as back-office extensions, India’s GCCs are now scripting the digital playbooks for global giants like SAP, Microsoft, and Walmart. These centers are now driving innovation, engineering, and transformation programs globally. In
* Leading institutional investors and family offices such as SUD Life, Haldiram’s Family Office, Lotus Holdings, and Narayana Nethralaya join Physis Capital as LPs * Final close expected in the next six to nine months * Physis to invest in high-impact, tech-driven startups from Pre Series A to Series B rounds * Aims
Not every inspiring story comes from a big office or a startup pitch. Sometimes, it arrives quietly, with your dinner order. A recent post on X (formerly Twitter) has made people pause and reflect. A customer shared how their Swiggy delivery partner handed them a printed resume, offering something more
India’s popular quick-commerce startup Zepto is once again sparking fresh concerns about its workplace environment following a detailed Reddit post from May 2025. A user shared how a short stint at Zepto severely impacted their mental health and career, raising questions about how the company operates behind the scenes,
A number of former workers have claimed in the last three months that the poisonous work culture at Pocket FM is severely harming staff members. Posts regarding workers in the company's Indian headquarters who said they were fired without sufficient notice are common on social media. And social
Private equity leader establishes new family office to help take companies from good to great.
On May 8, Krutrim's young engineer employed at Ola's AI division committed suicide, reportedly as a result of excessive work pressure. The incident was made public when a Reddit post that described the events went viral and raised significant concerns about the company's work
Nawgati, India’s pioneering fuel-tech platform, has raised $2.5 million in its pre-series A funding round led by renowned stock market investor Ajay Upadhyaya, with participation from Deepak Bhagnani Family Office, MeitY Startup Hub, Aamara Capital, and prominent angels including Sanjay Sharma (former MD, Accenture), Ashish Sharma and Prithvijit
Cellecor Gadgets Limited, one of India’s fastest-growing consumer electronics brands, has announced the launch of its “Pink Leave” policy, a progressive initiative aimed at supporting women’s health and wellbeing in the workplace and becoming one of the few companies in India to formally recognise menstrual health as a
The current hybrid work environment makes it harder than ever to achieve productivity alongside flexibility. Time tracking technology has proven itself as a vital instrument which enables teams and individuals to maintain focus and alignment while achieving maximum efficiency regardless of their workplace. The article examines how time tracking systems
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell needn't worry about losing his job anytime soon, President Donald Trump made clear Thursday evening. That's because Trump, despite previous public criticisms of Powell, has no current plans to put someone else in charge of the U.S. central bank. From
Over the past decade, the gig economy has undergone a remarkable transformation, emerging as a defining feature of the modern workforce. As we move through 2025, traditional 9-to-5 employment is no longer the default path to career success. Instead, professionals worldwide are increasingly opting for independent work, drawn by the
This article has been contributed by Sreepriya NS, Co-founder and Director, Entrust Family Office. It requires more than just making money to thrive in life. It’s essential to ensure that there is a decent level of growth, stability, and longevity. Erratic investment decisions, volatility in the market, and economic
Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. The concerns related to waste management are very crucial in India. We need to understand that waste has a strong negative impact on nature and can cause any form of pollution, whether we'
On March 26, President Donald Trump announced broad plans to impose a 25% tariff on all imported vehicles and light trucks into the United States, with the declaration that the decision would be permanent. Collection will start on April 3 after the tariffs go into force on April 2. "
This article has been contributed by Kritika Lalchandani, Founder, Apostrophe Communications. The world of lifestyle PR is evolving at an unprecedented pace. As someone who has spent 17 years in this industry; seven of those running my own agency; I’ve witnessed firsthand how rapidly consumer behaviour, technology, work culture
With the INR 1,700 crore investment in Trump World Center Pune, a 1.6 million square foot office complex, the Trump Organisation is entering the Indian commercial real estate market. Tribeca Developers will work with Kundan Spaces to create the project, which has an estimated sales potential of INR
Awfis, India’s largest and first publicly listed workspace solutions platform, continues to strengthen its leadership team, marking a significant milestone in its mission to redefine workplace solutions. The company has appointed distinguished industry leaders across Technology, Managed Office Solutions, and Design & Build to cater to the increasing demand
In today’s fast-paced work environment, businesses face increasing challenges in ensuring productivity, accountability, and efficiency. With remote work becoming the norm and hybrid teams growing in number, monitoring employee performance has never been more critical. Companies need a smart and ethical way to track productivity without micromanaging employees. That’
ṄThis article has been contributed by Neena Dasgupta, CEO & Founder, The Salt Inc. Imagine a young software engineer, Meera, who has spent years building her tech career. She dreams of starting her A.I.-driven venture but, while raising a toddler with limited help at home, the rigid 9-to-5
Aiming to get more people back on campus, Infosys has instructed its tech workers to follow its policy of working from the office ten days a month. Functional heads at the Bengaluru-based company emailed their colleagues to advise them to restrict the amount of work-from-home days they apply for, starting