companies news

In the midst of ongoing discussions surrounding work hours, Motilal Oswal Financial Services, a prominent stock broking firm, has introduced a new policy limiting employees to their designated shifts of 8 to 8.5 hours. The primary objective behind this initiative, as highlighted by Niren Srivastava, the group’s chief HR officer, is to prioritize employee well-being and enhance overall productivity, according

Wipro, one of India’s leading IT firms, is introducing a new work policy that mandates employees to be physically present in the office for at least three days a week starting from November 15. The company has emphasized that non-adherence to this policy could result in disciplinary action commencing from January 7, 2024. The “compulsory hybrid work policy” from Wipro

Tech companies have recently been shifting their work policies, with a clear trend emerging towards a return to in-office work. Following in the footsteps of TCS and Infosys, HCLTech, a prominent IT giant, has also taken steps to bring its employees back to the office, requiring them to spend at least three days a week working on-site. C Vijayakumar, the

Entrepreneur and Shark Tank panelist Namita Thapar has joined the conversation regarding the contentious issue of working a 70-hour workweek. Thapar expressed her concerns on Twitter, focusing on the potential repercussions of such prolonged work hours on family life. She pondered whether it would still be feasible to allocate time for family, create cherished memories, and prioritize mental health when

Join the DPIIT Internship Program: The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has introduced an internship scheme aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as research scholars from recognized universities and institutions in India or abroad. The primary objective behind this internship program is to provide students with an opportunity to

Amidst the recent uproar following Infosys founder Narayana Murthy’s suggestion of a 70-hour workweek for Indian youth to enhance overall productivity, Dr Deepak Krishnamurthy, a well-known Bengaluru-based cardiologist, took to social media to shed light on the potential long-term health implications of such grueling work hours. Dr Krishnamurthy’s post, which gained significant traction on X (formerly Twitter), broke down the

Renowned Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy recently delivered a compelling message, emphasizing the need for a cultural shift towards discipline and heightened work productivity in India. In a candid conversation with former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai on 3one4 Capital’s podcast ‘The Record,’ Narayana Murthy shared his insights on a range of topics, including nation-building, technology, Infosys, and the work ethic

Wipro, a renowned IT giant, has recently unveiled plans for expanding its presence in Visakhapatnam, closely following the footsteps of Infosys, another major player in the region. This initiative, termed ‘Project Lavender,’ marks a significant milestone in Wipro’s journey, signaling a strategic move to bolster its operations in the vibrant city. With an aim to augment its current workforce, Wipro

According to information obtained from Propstack, documents revealed that Bengaluru-based Bagmane Developers finalized a leasing agreement with IT firm Qualcomm India for a substantial 6.21 lakh sqft of office space within the Bagmane Capital-Ankor building in Bengaluru. The lease, spanning ground plus 12 floors, commences in April 2024, and is set for a duration of 108 months, approximately nine years.