90-hour workweek row: ITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri says ‘would not do it’, bats for flexibility, employee empowerment
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90-hour workweek row: ITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri says ‘would not do it’, bats for flexibility, employee empowerment

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Amid the 90-hour workweek controversy, ITC Ltd Chairman Sanjiv Puri, on 14 January, said that it is more important for the workers to be aligned to the grander vision of the company rather than the number of hours they work, reported news agency PTI. Sanjiv Puri added that his firm allows a flexible work environment, including two days of work from home every week. On being asked if he would rather not put a number to the work hours at ITC, he said, "We would not do that." "We would rather like people to be part of the journey and feel passionately involved and kind of feel the urge amongst themselves to make a difference to the enterprise.

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90-hour workweek row: ITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri says ‘would not do it’, bats for flexibility, employee empowerment
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23 hours, 6 minutes ago

90-hour workweek row: ITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri says ‘would not do it’, bats for flexibility, employee empowerment

Live Mint  

Amid the 90-hour workweek controversy, ITC Ltd Chairman Sanjiv Puri, on 14 January, said that it is more important for the workers to be aligned to the grander vision of the company rather than the number of hours they work, reported news agency PTI. Sanjiv Puri added that his firm allows a flexible work environment, including two days of work …

90-hour workweek: ITC Chairman says flexibility, employee empowerment more important
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1 day, 10 hours ago

90-hour workweek: ITC Chairman says flexibility, employee empowerment more important

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Weighing in on the 90-hour workweek controversy, ITC Ltd Chairman Sanjiv Puri said that it is more important for the workers to be aligned to the grander vision of the company rather than the number of hours put in. Asked if he is saying that mean if he would rather not put a number to the work hours …

90-hour work week? No, it will not lead to higher productivity
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90-hour work week? No, it will not lead to higher productivity

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A viral video featuring Larsen & Toubro Chairman S.N. The current Indian labour laws mandate that work hours should not exceed nine hours per day, including a rest period of half an hour. Diminishing returns Traditionally, the ‘grind’ or the ‘hustle’ culture has been glorified–in India as part of nation-building–but research shows long work hours may not lead to higher …

90-hour workweek row: Ex-HCL CEO Vineet Nayar says ‘The real question isn’t how much you work, it’s...’
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90-hour workweek row: Ex-HCL CEO Vineet Nayar says ‘The real question isn’t how much you work, it’s...’

Live Mint  

Amid the ongoing debate about a 90-hour workweek following controversial comments by Larsen and Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan, former HCL CEO Vineet Nayar stated on Saturday that real question is not how much you work but how much you fully live. The number doesn’t matter.” His post started with Nayar sharing his personal experience on his way to work. What …

Anand Mahindra shares views on 90-hour workweek row: ‘This debate is in wrong direction, focus on quality, not…’
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3 days, 19 hours ago

Anand Mahindra shares views on 90-hour workweek row: ‘This debate is in wrong direction, focus on quality, not…’

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Amid an ongoing row over a 90-hour workweek after Larsen and Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's controversial remark, Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra has stressed the need to focus on quality over quantity. The industrialist joined several others who commented on work-life balance, including politicians and celebrities, after the L&T chairman ignited a fresh debate advocating a 90-hour workweek while suggesting …

Indian entrepreneur hails 5-day work week as L&T Chairman proposed ‘90-hr work week’ debate intensifies
4 days, 17 hours ago

Indian entrepreneur hails 5-day work week as L&T Chairman proposed ‘90-hr work week’ debate intensifies

Live Mint  

With the debate revolving around work-life balance amid L&T Chairman S N Subrahmanyan's controversial 90-hour work week remark, a founder of a Bengaluru-based firm on Friday said that they have been really successful with a five-workday week. After Narayana Murthy's 70-hour per week remark, SN Subrahmanyan ignited a fresh debate advocating a 90-hour work week, while suggesting that employees should …

90-hour work week debate: For or against? From Samir Arora, Harsh Goenka to Rajiv Bajaj, India Inc experts pick sides
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90-hour work week debate: For or against? From Samir Arora, Harsh Goenka to Rajiv Bajaj, India Inc experts pick sides

Live Mint  

90-hour work week debate: After Larsen & Toubro Chairman S N Subrahmanyan sparked an online debate by advocating a 90-hour work week and suggesting employees should even give up Sundays, D-Street analysts and industry experts have picked sides for or against the notion. Here's what industry experts feel about the current 90-hour work week debate: India Inc stalwarts on the …

Indian actor responds to CEO’s ‘90-hour work week’ comment: ‘Mental health matters’
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Indian actor responds to CEO’s ‘90-hour work week’ comment: ‘Mental health matters’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone advocated …

After L&T defends chairman’s 90-hour workweek statement, Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone says, ‘And they just…’
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After L&T defends chairman’s 90-hour workweek statement, Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone says, ‘And they just…’

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A day after the Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's 90-hour workweek “shocked” the Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone, the company's attempt at justification has elicited another response from her. After a nationwide backlash, L&T made an official statement saying “nation-building is at the core" of its mandate and that “the chairman’s remarks reflect this larger ambition.” Sharing a screenshot of …

L&T’s SN Subrahmanyan calls for 90-hour work week, after Narayana Murthy's 70 hours. But why?
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L&T’s SN Subrahmanyan calls for 90-hour work week, after Narayana Murthy's 70 hours. But why?

Firstpost  

After Infosys Co-founder Narayana Murthy, Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan has reignited the debate around work-life balance in India’s private sector. A simmering debate that began with Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy’s suggestion of a 70-hour work week has now been reignited, this time by Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan. Critics took aim at L&T’s corporate culture, with one …

L&T defends chairman SN Subrahmanyan's call for 90-hour work weeks amid backlash
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L&T defends chairman SN Subrahmanyan's call for 90-hour work weeks amid backlash

India Today  

Larsen & Toubro has stepped forward to defend its chairman, SN Subrahmanyan, following widespread criticism of his comments advocating for employees to work on Sundays and 90 hours a week. We believe this is India’s decade, a time demanding collective dedication and effort to drive progress and realise our shared vision of becoming a developed nation,” said an L&T spokesperson. …

Harsh Goenka on L&T’s chairman 90-hour work week row: ’Why not rename Sunday to ‘Sun-duty’
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Harsh Goenka on L&T’s chairman 90-hour work week row: ’Why not rename Sunday to ‘Sun-duty’

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RPG Group Chairman Harsh Goenka expressed his concerns regarding the idea of a 90-hour work week, following L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's support for longer working hours, with a suggestion to have employees work on Sundays if feasible. #WorkSmartNotSlave,” Goenka said in a post on social media platform X. Subrahmanyan made these comments during a recent meeting with employees, where he …

Karnataka cabinet shelves plan of 14-hour workdays for IT sector amid backlash: Report
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka cabinet shelves plan of 14-hour workdays for IT sector amid backlash: Report

Hindustan Times  

On Monday, the Karnataka state cabinet shelved its controversial proposal to extend daily work hours in the IT sector from a maximum of 10 hours to 14 hours. The Karnataka State IT/ITeS Employees Union quickly denounced the proposal, branding it an “assault on workers’ fundamental rights”. The proposed changes would have allowed IT and BPO firms to extend daily working …

'5-day office week is dead': Harsh Goenka's take on 70-hour work week
1 year, 2 months ago

'5-day office week is dead': Harsh Goenka's take on 70-hour work week

Hindustan Times  

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy's take on working 70 hours a week has stirred a debate on social media. Now, Harsh Goenka, RPG Enterprises Chairman has shared his opinion on the working hours of an employee. Harsh Goenka shared about having flexible work life. A third commented, "Productivity has gone another level since remote working started.

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