work demand falls sharply under MGNREGS in July
Work demand under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) saw a significant decline in July, dropping 21.6% year-over-year and 33.4% from the previous month. The decrease is attributed to strong economic activity and ample monsoon rains, which have shifted unskilled labor towards agriculture. Key Points
Economic TimesDemand under rural jobs scheme eases again in May
Demand for work under India's rural job guarantee scheme, MGNREGS, dropped for a seventh consecutive month in May, signaling improved economic conditions at the start of the fiscal year. About 37.46 million individuals sought work, down 12.1% from the previous year, with 27.18 million households seeking work, a 14.3% drop. The trend is attributed to better-paying job opportunities and the impact of heat waves across the country, although the data is subject to revision. Key Points
Economic TimesYoung adults who work atypical hours could see poor health by the time they turn 50: Study
Analysing data on more than 7,000 people in the US collected over 30 years, researchers observe disrupted sleep patterns in people whose careers involved more volatile... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaAmazon’s AI-run stores were a little too magical to be true
Human teams labouring in secret behind ‘AI’ facades aren’t rare. Amazon’s Just Walk Out stores had over 1,000 people working in India. Key Points
mint'Big gaps in...': Zerodha's Nithin Kamath says WFH 'detrimental' for critical roles
Kamath rooted for the hybrid model. "The change has been dramatically positive to say the least," he wrote. Key Points
Business Today
India will have 2-3 more semiconductor fabs: S Krishnan
The Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY) is aggressively working on boosting the domestic semiconductor industry and responsible use of AI. MeitY Secretary, S Krishnan, discusses the semiconductor ecosystem, mobile components manufacturing, deepfakes, and the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act 2023. Key Points
Economic TimesInfosys allows select biz units to WFH for 11 days/mth
Infosys's employee experience platform InfyMe allows employees from select business units to apply for work from home for 11 days in a month. Infosys had asked select employees at the junior and mid-levels to return to office 10 days a month beginning Nov 20, breaking away from peers who are enforcing five-day work weeks. Key Points
Times Of IndiaTCS chief talks about AI, hints human jobs will not be replaced in the initial phase
In a recent Nasscom session, TCS CEO K Krithivasan addressed crucial topics such as the future of AI, remote work dynamics, and the company's hiring strategies. During his discussion, the chief asserted that while AI presents vast opportunities, human roles will remain indispensable in the initial stages of its integration. Here is everything we know. Key Points
India TodayHow to Use Technology to Better Pace Your Work
Too often, we work too fast or too slow or too sporadically, hurting our productivity and our mental health. Software can help. Key Points
mintUS Senate announces plan to provide 100K work authorisation to spouses and children of H-1B visa holders
A bipartisan agreement, known as the National Security Agreement, has been announced, providing relief to H-1B visa holders and their families. The agreement introduces automatic work authorization for approximately 100,000 H-4 visa holders, who are spouses and children of a specific category of H-1B visa holders. Key Points
Economic Times
Climate change may cut labour productivity in India to 40 per cent by 2100: Study
Research predicts that other regions in southeast and south Asia, west and central Africa, and northern South America are expected to see physical work capacity reduced to 70 per... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaClimate change may cut labour productivity in India to 40% by 2100: Study
Labour productivity could fall as low as 40 per cent in countries like India and Pakistan due to climate change, threatening global food production. Other regions in Southeast and South Asia, West and Central Africa, and northern South America are also at risk with reduced physical work capacity. Assessments conclude that climate change will worsen food security challenges by reducing crop yields. Key Points
Economic Times'You have to be productive': Infosys' Narayana Murthy clarifies '70 hours work' comment, says those who received govt benefits should work harder
While Narayana Murthy said he has no regret for his previous statement, he said he did not think 70 hours was important. "All that it means is you have to be very productive." Key Points
Business TodayRice farming can inspire a collaborative work culture
The armed forces offer lessons too. The key is to remember that work at its best is a social endeavour. Key Points
mintBoss cancels leaves agreed upon during interview, employee shares ordeal online
“During the interview process, I informed HR that I would need this week off of work in January. They said it wouldn’t be a problem,” wrote the Redditor. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan Times
Career Wrap: The evolution of hiring and firing in 2023 and beyond
2023 job market was extremely dynamic - the domestic tailwinds slowed marginally by global headwinds created an interesting environment for both HR heads and job seekers. The year witnessed a paradigm shift with strong ‘back to office signals from tech giants and polarized debates around work hours per week. Key Points
Economic TimesChristmas 2023: Alia Bhatt's intimate celebration with Ranbir Kapoor and family is all heart
The actress shared some pictures on Instagram with Ranbir, mother Soni Razdan, sister Shaheen, filmmaker and friend Ayan Mukerji, and wrote- 'grateful for this bunch.. grateful for so so much..' Key Points
FirstpostTips for sustaining mental well-being in a high-paced work environment
A fast-paced work environment can take a toll on mental health. Proactively embrace these tips and strategies to foster well-being. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesWorked 70+ hours a week for over 40 years,it wasn't a waste, says Infosys' Narayana Murthy
I used to be in the office at 6:20 am and leave office at 8:30 pm and worked six days a week, he told ET in an interview. I know every nation that became prosperous did so through hard work, the Infosys co-founder explains. Key Points
Economic TimesPeople who have addiction to work feel sick even while working: Study
Washington DC [US], November 26 (ANI): Workaholics’ moods are often worse than others, even while they are engaged in what they are most enthusiastic about: their work. Workaholism is similar to other types of addictions such as gambling and alcoholism. This is what emerges from a study published in the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, […] Key Points
ThePrint
As employees return to office, Corporate India wants them to bond
NatWest Group, Tech Mahindra, EY, and Capgemini are among the companies that have launched a host of initiatives, including frequent team catch-ups, in-person group sessions, 'fun at work' and sports events, and assigning 'buddies' to the new employees - all aimed at promoting cohesiveness at work and improving productivity. NatWest Group has so far organised more than 40 in-person group sessions for employees who joined during the pandemic. Key Points
Economic TimesTips for designing a productive workspace with the perfect colour palette
Get ready to transform your workspace. From calming neutrals to energising pops of colour, find the palette that suits your work style and enhances efficiency. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAI may not replace humans, but make 3-day work week possible: Bill Gates
In a recent talk on Trevor Noah's podcast, tech giant Bill Gates shared his thoughts on how AI might change our jobs. He believes that technology could make a shorter work week, maybe just three days, where people won't have to work as hard. Key Points
India TodayUttarkashi tunnel collapse: Drilling work halted, another machine from Indore to reach today
The drilling work to reach 40 trapped workers inside the Silkyara tunnel has been halted after rescuers bored 25 meters into the rubble. The workers have been trapped for six days, counting Saturday, after a portion of the tunnel caved in on November 12. An additional heavy-duty drilling machine is expected to reach the tunnel site later on Saturday. Key Points
Economic TimesRights, camera, action! A content creator’s guide to copyright laws
SAG-AFTRA strike ends with new rules for AI composite creation and copyright laws. Understanding intellectual property in a world of creators and sharers. Key Points
Hindustan Times
70 hours or 100 hours or 4 hours: How many hours should you work in week?
70 hours a week became a hot topic when N.R. Narayana Murthy, the well-respected Founder of Infosys, suggested it as a work ethic. Thats 10-14 hours a day, 5-7 days a week. Sounds tough? Yet, we are surrounded by people who routinely put in these hours. So how many hours should you really work? Unlike Adamss response, there are multiple answers who have actually put in such work. Which one is yours? Key Points
Economic Times‘One life is not enough’, says Jatin Das
Jatin Das's range of work is phenomenal. He carved a distinctive path, human figures being the central theme in most of his work. Key Points
Hindustan TimesLeaders look to address the generational gap among empoyees as return to office mandate kicks in
Living costs will increase for employees who had moved to their hometowns but have to move back to the cities to return to offices. Therefore, companies will have to carefully consider policies to accommodate the employees and reconsider the messaging they are conveying by bringing back the workforce to the office. Key Points
Economic Times‘What's wrong with it?’: Congress’ Manish Tewari says 70-hr work week, 15 vacation days a year must become norm
Manish Tewari said that public representatives work 12-15 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are no Sundays off, he said, adding that he does not remember the last time he took Sunday off. Key Points
Business TodayIndians have a toxic relationship with overwork culture. They are taught 'work is worship'
The annual Rs 3.5 lakh package offered to engineering graduates by multinational companies implies that work may be considered worship, the ‘prasadam’ will remain insufficient. Key Points
ThePrint
India Inc gifts staff work from home, even a week off amid shop-a-jams
Traffic is worsening in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru ahead of the Diwali festival and upcoming year-end holidays. Companies such as Mercedes-Benz, Marico, RPG, KPMG, Amway, and ABB India are offering flexible work options, with some even allowing employees to take a week off, to save them from the hassle of commuting. Key Points
Economic TimesWipro and Infosys are finally forcing people to come to office: Everything you need to know
Two major Indian IT giants, Wipro and Infosys, are spearheading a shift back to office-based work models, marking a significant departure from the remote work trend that gained prominence during the pandemic. Here are the details. Key Points
India TodayWipro asking employees to return to office for 3 days a week or be ready to face consequences
Wipro has rolled out a mandatory hybrid work policy. In this new rule, employees are required to be physically present in the office for a minimum of three days per week. The employees who will not comply with the new office rule will face consequences, according to the company. Key Points
India TodaySure, work 70 hours a week! Just call me when you're done
NR Narayana Murthy, nice man and one of the seven Infosages, publicly 'requested' that 'our youngsters must say, 'This is my country. I'd like to work 70 hours a week.' He didn't specify whether he wanted them to say it standing with hand on the heart or not. Unlike the former president, Murthy has not ignited minds with his 'request'. Instead, he has lit a bonfire at every water-cooler corner, open-plan office, conference room meeting, and peeved Sunday column. Key Points
The Economic Times70-hour work week violates labour laws, compliance: TeamLease VP
Former Infosys CEO N R Narayana Murthy had recently advocated for a 70-hour work week, drawing reactions from across the spectrum. If somebody is spending 70 hours (in office), they are going beyond 9 hours. There is a fundamental disconnect, when you are an employee labour law allows you to work 9 hours, Vice President and Business Head for TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship Dhriti Prasanna Mahanta said. Key Points
Economic Times