Narayana Murthy explains why he wants 70-hour workweek, again
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Narayana Murthy explains why he wants 70-hour workweek, again

India TV News  

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has once again backed his call for a 70-hour work week. Comparing the Indian workforce with the global working culture, Murthy said, "we have to work hard and work towards making India number one". He further asked to compare the Indians with the best global companies and said, "We have a lot to do." The 70-hour work week call is not taken well by the youth and working class sector of the society and questions related to work-life balance rose.

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Doctor reacts to Narayan Murthy's 70-hour workweek in R Madhavan’s podcast: ‘It’s not about work’
5 days, 2 hours ago

Doctor reacts to Narayan Murthy's 70-hour workweek in R Madhavan’s podcast: ‘It’s not about work’

Hindustan Times  

The idea of a 70-hour workweek has sparked intense discussions ever since Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy suggested it as a way to boost India's productivity in 2024. Impact of stress, not just hours Dr. Warrier explains that the real issue isn't the number of hours worked, it's whether the brain perceives those hours as stressful or not. Dr. Warrier explains …

Manu Joseph: Narayana Murthy, Subrahmanyan and Jamie Dimon miss something simple about work
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Manu Joseph: Narayana Murthy, Subrahmanyan and Jamie Dimon miss something simple about work

Live Mint  

About 20 years ago, the five-day week was not common in India. In an address to the bank’s employees that was leaked on the internet, he is heard saying that they were too distracted on Zoom, “…looking at your mail, sending texts to each other… I call a lot of people on Friday… not a goddamn person to get a …

I don’t think about work by number of hours, but quality of work done daily: Reliance Jio Infocomm chairman Akash Ambani
4 weeks, 1 day ago

I don’t think about work by number of hours, but quality of work done daily: Reliance Jio Infocomm chairman Akash Ambani

The Hindu  

Reliance Jio Infocomm chairman Akash Ambani on Friday said the number of hours put in at the office does not matter to him as much as the quality of work daily. In the comments that come amid a heated debate on the number of hours to be put in at work per week, the son of the richest Indian Mukesh …

Capgemini CEO rejects 70, 90 working hours for India, advocates for ’no e-mail weekends’
1 month ago

Capgemini CEO rejects 70, 90 working hours for India, advocates for ’no e-mail weekends’

Live Mint  

Joining the debate on working hours for Indian employees, Capgemini India CEO Ashwin Yardi has dismissed the idea of a 70-90 hour workweek, taking a more balanced and humane approach to the whole issue. Advocating for a 47.5 hours work per week in India, Capgemini CEO said he was against sending e-mails to employees on weekends. When asked what should …

Capgemini India CEO Yardi Shares Fresh Views On The 90-Hour Work Week Debate, Here's What He Said
1 month ago

Capgemini India CEO Yardi Shares Fresh Views On The 90-Hour Work Week Debate, Here's What He Said

ABP News  

Working hours and the key to maintaining the work-life balance has been a hot topic in the recent years. Moving away from the norm, Capgemini India’s CEO, Ashwin Yardi, on Tuesday expressed his support for limiting working hours for employees and said that they should work for 47.5 hours per week. My guiding principle for the last four years is …

Nine hours/day, five day work week: Capgemini CEO joins work-life balance debate
1 month ago

Nine hours/day, five day work week: Capgemini CEO joins work-life balance debate

The Hindu  

Joining the debate on working hours, IT services company Capgemini India's chief executive Ashwin Yardi on Tuesday advocated 47.5 hours work per week, and was against sending e-mails to employees on weekends. We have about nine hours a day and five days a week," Mr. Yardi said replying to a question on the ideal time to be put in by …

Veeba founder Viraj Bahl bluntly rejects 70-hour workweek, calls it obsolete
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Veeba founder Viraj Bahl bluntly rejects 70-hour workweek, calls it obsolete

India Today  

Most CEOs preach long hours, but Veeba founder Viraj Bahl isn't one of them. "It is okay for a founder to work 70 hours because he is the biggest commercial gainer out of it," he said, adding, "To expect your team to do the same? His remark stands in contrast to industry leaders like Narayana Murthy, who, in 2023, said …

After 90-hour workweek remark, L&T chief stirs work-from-home debate
1 month, 2 weeks ago

After 90-hour workweek remark, L&T chief stirs work-from-home debate

India Today  

Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan has ignited a fresh debate over employees' preference for working from home and reluctance to relocate for jobs. At CII South Global Linkages summit on Tuesday, Subrahmanyan said, "When I joined L&T in 1983, my boss said, if you are from Chennai, you go to Delhi and work. Similarly, Infosys founder Narayana Murthy’s remarks …

L&T Chairman's American Match! DOGE Has 120-Hour Workweek, Says Elon Musk
1 month, 3 weeks ago

L&T Chairman's American Match! DOGE Has 120-Hour Workweek, Says Elon Musk

ABP News  

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently commented that employees at the Department of Government Efficiency work 120 hours a week, sparking criticism on social media. He further remarked “Very few in the bureaucracy actually work the weekend, so it's like the opposing team just leaves the field for 2 days!” in a post on X. Another user presented …

While Subrahmanyan, Murthy and Musk push 90-hour, 70-hr & 120-hr workweeks, survey finds employees prefer THIS schedule
1 month, 3 weeks ago

While Subrahmanyan, Murthy and Musk push 90-hour, 70-hr & 120-hr workweeks, survey finds employees prefer THIS schedule

Live Mint  

No shocker, despite a number of prominent business heads pushing for increased working hours for “development”, “innovation” and “growth”, employees themselves are not on board with this idea. In a survey conducted by Venator Search Partners, 68 per cent of the respondent Indian employees said they find long hours demotivating and caused higher attrition rate, and a decisive majority of …

90-hour work week debate: Narayana Murthy enjoys match on Sunday, netizens say ‘dream for L&T Chairman’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

90-hour work week debate: Narayana Murthy enjoys match on Sunday, netizens say ‘dream for L&T Chairman’

Live Mint  

Indian IT major Infosys' co-founder N. R. Narayana Murthy was spotted at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium watching the India vs England T20 match, which sparked a debate on social media amid the ongoing 90-hour work week argument. Netizens Share Memes on X People on social media started sharing memes and posts about Narayana Murthy's visit to watch the match on Sunday …

90-hour work week debate: Here’s how India compares with US, UK, Germany and other countries on average working hours
1 month, 4 weeks ago

90-hour work week debate: Here’s how India compares with US, UK, Germany and other countries on average working hours

Live Mint  

90-hour work week debate: According to the Economic Survey 2025-26 tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday, January 31 ahead of the Union Budget 2025, India has tied with Germany, Vietnam, and UK in terms of the average weekly working hours at the highest level of 48 hours. D-Street analysts and industry experts have picked sides for or against …

Narayana Murthy's latest take on long working hours: ‘Nobody can say you should do it’
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2 months, 1 week ago

Narayana Murthy's latest take on long working hours: ‘Nobody can say you should do it’

Hindustan Times  

After his pitch for a 70-hour workweek sparked a massive debate over work-life balance, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has now said that no one should impose long work hours on another person, adding that such issues should be introspected upon. Speaking at the Kilachand Memorial Lecture in Mumbai, Murthy said that nobody should be able to dictate long work hours. …

Narayana Murthy Clarifies His Stance On Working 70 Hours Per Week, Here's What He Said
2 months, 1 week ago

Narayana Murthy Clarifies His Stance On Working 70 Hours Per Week, Here's What He Said

ABP News  

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy reinstated that individuals should consider the importance of dedicating longer hours to work, however, the businessman clarified that this choice should be made and not imposed. Speaking at the Kilachand Memorial Lecture on ‘Compassionate Capitalism’ organised by the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Mumbai, Murthy urged individuals to ‘introspect’ and look into pouring more …

Narayana Murthy says no one can demand long hours at work: ‘These are issues one can introspect on’
2 months, 1 week ago

Narayana Murthy says no one can demand long hours at work: ‘These are issues one can introspect on’

The Hindu  

Infosys co-founder NRN Narayana Murthy, whose advice to youngsters to work 70 hours a week caused a stir, on Monday said no one can ask people to put in long hours, but it is for everybody to "introspect" and understand the need for it. Underlining that he has put in over 70 hours a week for 40-odd years during his …

Narayana Murthy clarifies his ‘70-hour workweek’ remark: ‘Nobody can say you should…’
2 months, 1 week ago

Narayana Murthy clarifies his ‘70-hour workweek’ remark: ‘Nobody can say you should…’

Live Mint  

Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy on Monday reportedly clarified his stance on his 70-hour workweek comment and the ongoing debate about it, stating that nothing should be forcefully enforced on others. The Infosys co-founder's comments last year on people working 70 hours a week sparked a debate on social media platforms, which has prompted multiple key industry executives to share …

90-hour work week a mistake? Productivity dips after 8 hours, says Adar Poonawalla
2 months, 1 week ago

90-hour work week a mistake? Productivity dips after 8 hours, says Adar Poonawalla

Live Mint  

Adar Poonawalla, CEO of Serum Institute of India feels that longer workweeks won't boost productivity. Joining the ongoing debate surrounding longer workweeks, Poonawalla said “Working 8 hours is good, sometimes everyone has to stretch, but it can't be the norm." Pointing to the need of worklife balance in employees' life, Adar Poonawalla criticised longer workweeks and said,"These chaps feel that …

Narayana Murthy on why 70-hour workweek should be ‘a choice’: ‘I used to get to office at 6’
2 months, 1 week ago

Narayana Murthy on why 70-hour workweek should be ‘a choice’: ‘I used to get to office at 6’

Hindustan Times  

Business tycoon and Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy on Monday issued a clarification on his controversial remarks on a 70-hour workweek, stating that such a schedule "was his personal choice" and should not be forced on anyone. Narayana Murthy on Monday issued a clarification on his controversial remarks on a 70-hour workweek. Narayana Murthy made the remarks during the Kilachand Memorial …

Narayana Murthy clarifies 70-hour workweek remark: It's not wrong but is a choice
2 months, 1 week ago

Narayana Murthy clarifies 70-hour workweek remark: It's not wrong but is a choice

India Today  

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy cleared the air about his 70-hour workweek remark on Monday, saying that no one can forcefully implement it on others. After stirring up a fierce debate on social media by suggesting young Indians should work 70 hours a week earlier last year, Narayana Murthy issued a clarification while speaking at IMC's Kilachand Memorial Lecture. His clarification …

90-hour work week: What's the perfect 'work-wife' balance?
2 months, 1 week ago

90-hour work week: What's the perfect 'work-wife' balance?

New Indian Express  

If nothing else, the chairman of L&T’s inappropriate 90-hour work-week comments have been a huge relief from corporate boredom. One doesn’t know if he used AI, but one songwriter captured the mood thus: Sleep deprived And barely awake Living for the next coffee break Mr Chairman grins from His towers high Sees us cogs But never asks, why? L&T’s Head …

90-hour workweek: Harsh Goenka says Denmark has some lessons for India — ‘flexible hours, minimal hierarchy’
2 months, 1 week ago

90-hour workweek: Harsh Goenka says Denmark has some lessons for India — ‘flexible hours, minimal hierarchy’

Live Mint  

Amid an ongoing row over a 90-hour workweek, sparked by a recent remark by L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan, RPG Group chairman Harsh Goenka on Thursday gave an example of work culture in Denmark. In a post on social media platform X, Harsh Goenka said: “Why the people in Denmark are happiest about their work practices: Employees are trusted to work …

‘14-hour workdays, emails at 3 am’: CA lists personal milestones she missed while working
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘14-hour workdays, emails at 3 am’: CA lists personal milestones she missed while working

Hindustan Times  

L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan’s controversial comment, "How long can you stare at your wife?" When her teacher asked why, she said, ‘Mama is always at the office’,” Nitu Mohanka wrote. An individual posted, “Absolutely agree with every word here… I too have missed many moments in my life with my family too.” Another added, “You have penned it so beautifully.” …

Gurugram entrepreneur's viral job post for Chief of Staff is loaded with sarcasm
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Gurugram entrepreneur's viral job post for Chief of Staff is loaded with sarcasm

India Today  

A Gurugram-based entrepreneur took a sharp dig at corporate work culture with a satirical hiring post demanding a 90-100-hour workweek.It came after L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's controversial call for longer working hours and his "How long can you stare at your wife?" In a now-viral LinkedIn post, Kunwar Raj, founder of Superpen, announced he was "hiring" a part-time Chief of …

Adar Poonawalla, Anand Mahindra Join The 90-Hour Work Week Debate, See What They Said
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Adar Poonawalla, Anand Mahindra Join The 90-Hour Work Week Debate, See What They Said

ABP News  

The debate around the 90-hour work week got more intense lately with industrialists Anand Mahindra and Adar Poonawalla adding their voices to the matter. Adding to the conversation, Mahindra Group Chairman, Anand Mahindra, said that the current debate around the working hours in the ‘wrong direction’. I think this debate is in the wrong direction because this debate is about …

Anand Mahindra takes a jab at L&T chairman’s 90-hour workweek call: ‘You must study arts’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Anand Mahindra takes a jab at L&T chairman’s 90-hour workweek call: ‘You must study arts’

Hindustan Times  

Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra has once again captured attention with his thoughts on liberal arts education and work-life balance. "Even if you're an engineer or an MBA, you must study arts and culture," he said, highlighting the role of a well-rounded education. Witty response to L&T chief’s 90-hour work week remark Mahindra also addressed the viral remarks by L&T …

L&T chief’s 90-hour workweek call: Anand Mahindra, Deepika Padukone, and many others react. Check who said what
2 months, 2 weeks ago

L&T chief’s 90-hour workweek call: Anand Mahindra, Deepika Padukone, and many others react. Check who said what

Live Mint  

Following an online outrage over L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan’s comments suggesting employees should work for 90 hours a week and suggesting employees should even give up Sundays, almost everyone from industrialists, Bollywood stars, and politicians chimed in to share a piece of their minds. Check who said what on this 90-hour workweek debate: Radhika Gupta, CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund …

Anand Mahindra responds to 90 hours week debate: 'Can change the world in 10 hours'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Anand Mahindra responds to 90 hours week debate: 'Can change the world in 10 hours'

India TV News  

Anand Mahindra, chairman of Mahindra group, expressed his opinions on the 90-hour work week debate. Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's call for 90-hour work week sparked outrage on social media. Anand Mahindra on 90-hour work week call Responding to a query on the 90-hour work week, Mahindra, while reiterating his respect for Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy and others, said, …

Anand Mahindra shares views on 90-hour workweek row: ‘This debate is in wrong direction, focus on quality, not…’
Trending News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

Live Mint  

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 …

RSS affiliate condemns 90-hour work week remark
2 months, 2 weeks ago

RSS affiliate condemns 90-hour work week remark

The Hindu  

Dattopant Thengadi foundation, an affiliate for the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh, which works in the field of social, economic, and labour policy in India, has condemned Larsen & Toubro chairperson S Subrahmanyan’s advocacy of a 90-hour week day. In a communique, the DTF says that the idea of extending working hours to 90 hours per week raises serious concerns about workers’ …

L&T Chairman's 90-Hrs Work Week Remark Sparks Criticism; Here's How India Inc Leaders Responded
2 months, 2 weeks ago

L&T Chairman's 90-Hrs Work Week Remark Sparks Criticism; Here's How India Inc Leaders Responded

ABP News  

L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan has faced intense criticism from his fellow leaders as well along with common people following his recent viral comments, in which he suggested that employees should work 90 hours a week, including Sundays, to remain competitive. Come on, get to the office and start working.” Several industry leaders have strongly criticised the L&T Chairman's comment, with …

Bollywood influencer Orry joining L&T? Harsh Goenka’s dig at Subramanyan’s 90-hour workweek
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bollywood influencer Orry joining L&T? Harsh Goenka’s dig at Subramanyan’s 90-hour workweek

Live Mint  

Harsh Goenka, Chairman of RPG Enterprises, has been quite vocal in his disagreement with Larsen & Toubro chairman SN Subrahmanyan's views, emphasising the importance of work-life balance. The humour contrasts Orry's perceived lifestyle and the intense work culture advocated by the L&T Chairman. The continuing debate over work-life balance, first triggered by Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy's suggestion of a 70-hour …

90-hour workweek: What India Inc thinks of L&T chief's suggestion
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

90-hour workweek: What India Inc thinks of L&T chief's suggestion

India Today  

The debate over work-life balance has been reignited after Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan sparked outrage with his comments advocating for a 90-hour workweek. Why not rename Sunday to ‘Sun-duty’ and make ‘day off’ a mythical concept!” He also stressed the fact that success stems from working smart, not excessive hours, adding, “Work-life balance isn’t optional, it’s essential. “The …

L&T chief’s 90-hr work remark sparks outrage
2 months, 2 weeks ago

L&T chief’s 90-hr work remark sparks outrage

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Internet erupted in fiery debate after L&T chairman S.N, Subrahmanyan suggested that Indians should work for 90 hours a week to fast-track the country's development. Dr Sudhir Kumar, a neurologist at Apollo Hospitals, wrote on X, “Working 90 hours a week would benefit the organisation in terms of revenue, but at the cost of employees' health, healthspan, and lifespan.” …

Indian entrepreneur hails 5-day work week as L&T Chairman proposed ‘90-hr work week’ debate intensifies
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

L&T chairman’s 90-hour work week remark: Do long hours mean more productivity?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

L&T chairman’s 90-hour work week remark: Do long hours mean more productivity?

Firstpost  

Larsen & Toubro’s chairman SN Subrahmanyan has sparked a debate with his 90-hour work week remark. How 40-hour work week come to be People used to work 10-16 hours every day in the late 18th century to run the factories 24/7. As a result, more factory workers started joining trade unions and holding protests to demand higher wages, reduced work …

90-hour work week debate: For or against? From Samir Arora, Harsh Goenka to Rajiv Bajaj, India Inc experts pick sides
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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 …

‘Work-life balance essential’: Harsh Goenka on L&T chairperson's 90-hours remark
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Work-life balance essential’: Harsh Goenka on L&T chairperson's 90-hours remark

Hindustan Times  

SN Subrahmanyan, Chairperson of Larsen & Toubro, said in a recent statement that he regrets not being able to make his employees work on Sundays and also suggested a 90-hour work week. While sharing a video of Subrahmanyan’s statement on X, formerly Twitter, RPG Group Chairman Harsh Goenka expressed shock and criticised his suggestion, calling work life balance “essential” and …

Modern slavery? Priyanka Chaturvedi slams L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan’s ‘90 hours a week’ remark
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Modern slavery? Priyanka Chaturvedi slams L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan’s ‘90 hours a week’ remark

Live Mint  

A day after Larsen and Toubro CEO SN Subrahmanyan asked people to work for 90 hours a week, Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Friday hit out at him, saying it reeks of “wanting to be new age slave drivers”. In a post on X, Chaturvedi wrote, “Besides being misogynistic, this statement reeks of wanting to be the new age …

Online memes rip L&T chief’s 90-hour shift prompt, invoke ‘work-wife balance’: ‘Narayana Murthy on steroids’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Online memes rip L&T chief’s 90-hour shift prompt, invoke ‘work-wife balance’: ‘Narayana Murthy on steroids’

Live Mint  

The corporate world, which once adjusted to the pandemic by completely shifting to a remote setup, has always been keen on ‘work-life balance’, and globally, it is even considering reducing the number of days its employees work. To top the already exorbitant request, Larsen & Toubro chairman SN Subrahmanyan called for a 90-hour work week and suggested that employees even …

Deepak Shenoy joins 90-hour work week debate, says ‘Real work happens in...’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Deepak Shenoy joins 90-hour work week debate, says ‘Real work happens in...’

Live Mint  

The social media is abuzz in the light of the recent debate surrounding the 70-90 hour work week following comments by India Inc stalwarts like Narayana Murthy and, more recently, SN Subrahmanyan, chairman of Larsen & Toubro. In any case, most real work happens in 4-5 hours a day, but you don't know when that happens," Shenoy's post on X …

Indian actor responds to CEO’s ‘90-hour work week’ comment: ‘Mental health matters’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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…’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

Live Mint  

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?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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 …

Not just L&T chairman, bosses of these firms also seem to like long working hours
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Not just L&T chairman, bosses of these firms also seem to like long working hours

Hindustan Times  

The topic of work-life balance has come under the spotlight again after comments made by SN Subrahmanyan, the chairperson of India's most prominent infrastructure firm Larsen & Toubro resurfaced on the internet. This comes after the tragic death of Anna Sebastian Perayil, an Ernst and Young employee who succumbed to excessive workload in September last year, causing widespread outrage and …

Why take off on Sundays? Bosses want overworked Indians to slog more
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Why take off on Sundays? Bosses want overworked Indians to slog more

India Today  

Work 70 hours, even 90, don't take an off on Sundays and definitely don't work from home. According to the International Labour Organization, India ranks as the second most overworked country globally, with 51% of employees working 49 hours or more per week. A 2023 survey by the McKinsey Health Institute revealed that 59% of Indian respondents reported burnout symptoms—the …

L&T defends chairman SN Subrahmanyan's call for 90-hour work weeks amid backlash
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

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. …

Four questions to answer before a 70-90 hour work week can be discussed
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Four questions to answer before a 70-90 hour work week can be discussed

India Today  

Earlier, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy had suggested a 70-hour work week for Indians. The gross monthly minimum wage of an employed person in Switzerland is USD 3,226 and only 9.4 per cent of employed people work 49 or more hours in a week. In Australia, the monthly minimum wage of an employed person is USD 2,297 and 11.8 per cent …

‘How long can you stare at wife?’: L&T chairman Subrahmanyan suggests 90-hour work week
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘How long can you stare at wife?’: L&T chairman Subrahmanyan suggests 90-hour work week

The Hindu  

Larsen & Toubro chairman S.N. His remarks reignited the work-life balance debate, first triggered by Infosys Co-Founder Narayana Murthy's suggestion of a 70-hour work week. His comments drew criticism on social media with some asking how long could “employees stare at screens and fat*** managers?” Soon after, L&T issued a clarification saying the chairman’s remarks were in the context of …

Watch | 'If I can make you work on Sundays, I will be happier': L&T chief calls for 90-hr work week
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Watch | 'If I can make you work on Sundays, I will be happier': L&T chief calls for 90-hr work week

Firstpost  

When asked why L&T is still making people work on Saturdays, Subrahmanyan said “I regret I’m not able to make you work on Sundays, to be honest. Image courtesy: LTTS Infosys co-founder Narayan Murthy’s statement on the need for 80-hour work week is still fresh in many people’s minds. If I can make you work on Sundays, I will be …

Harsh Goenka on L&T’s chairman 90-hour work week row: ’Why not rename Sunday to ‘Sun-duty’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

Live Mint  

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 …

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