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 this statement, Deepika, an entrepreneur herself, said, “And they just made it worse…” Deepika Padukone's Instagram story post This wasn't the Bollywood actor's first reaction to the 90-hour workweek. #MentalHealthMatters.” What did L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan say about the 90-hour workweek? L&T tried to justify its Chairman's remark on the 90-hour workweek, saying that it reflects this larger ambition of nation-building.

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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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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 …

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 …

Former L&T employee says Subrahmanyan’s 90-hr workweek is ‘exactly what company needs’ but calls Saturdays ‘irritating’
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Former L&T employee says Subrahmanyan’s 90-hr workweek is ‘exactly what company needs’ but calls Saturdays ‘irritating’

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A former L&T employee has posted on social media supporting Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's 90-hour work week comment, saying that this is “exactly what company needs”. L&T's HR Says Leaders Like Subrahmanyan ‘Inspire’ Since a video of Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan advocating for gruelling work hours — including working on Sundays, went viral on social media, the executive has …

90-hr work week debate: L&T’s HR head says SN Subrahmanyan’s words were misinterpreted, ‘leaders like him inspire’
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90-hr work week debate: L&T’s HR head says SN Subrahmanyan’s words were misinterpreted, ‘leaders like him inspire’

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90-hour work week: Amid ongoing criticism over Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's remarks, Sonica Muraleedharan, the HR head for domestic operations at the company, reacted to the controversy on Monday. ‘A caring Leader’ Calling the Chairman a leader who genuinely cares for his team’s well-being, the HR head said his visionary leadership and deep commitment to supporting his employees …

Tharoor says no to 90-hour work week
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Tharoor says no to 90-hour work week

The Hindu  

Congress leader and Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor has disapproved of suggestions for a 90-hour work week in the country. In an interactive session organised by the Cochin Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Sunday, Dr. Tharoor said improving efficiency and quality of work was more important than hiking working hours. Dr. Tharoor pointed out that in countries like Denmark, …

Info Edge founder's post on L&T chairman amid 90-hour work week debate goes viral
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Info Edge founder's post on L&T chairman amid 90-hour work week debate goes viral

India Today  

A post shared by Info Edge founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani about his unexpected meeting with SN Subrahmanyan has gone viral in the wake of the L&T Chairman’s controversial comments advocating extended work hours, including the possibility of working on Sundays. As SN Subrahmanyan’s remarks advocating a 90-hour work week triggered a debate last week, Bikhchandani shared his personal experience with him …

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...’

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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 …

How long is a ‘long work week’? Is India among the most overworked nations? L&T chairman sparks debate
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How long is a ‘long work week’? Is India among the most overworked nations? L&T chairman sparks debate

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Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan sparked an online debate by asking, "How long can you stare at your wife?" The ILO's 2023 report on ‘Working Time and Work-Life Balance Around the World’ defined "long hours of work" as regularly working more than 48 hours per week. While India's position was slightly better than Pakistan, which ranked 12th, the situation …

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

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

RSS affiliate condemns 90-hour work week remark
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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’ …

Ex-KKR team director Joy Bhattacharjya slams SN Subrahmanyan over 90-hr workweek debate, ‘boy’s club in office was…’
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Ex-KKR team director Joy Bhattacharjya slams SN Subrahmanyan over 90-hr workweek debate, ‘boy’s club in office was…’

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Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan sparked a debate on work-life balance after advocating a 90-hour workweek. Cricket analyst and former Kolkata Knight Riders team director Joy Bhattacharjya joined the conversation and stated that top leaders often ignored other factors besides hard work that contributed to a company's success in the 1980s and 90s. "Those of us who started working …

Love staring at my wife: Anand Mahindra's cheeky reply to 90-hour work week debate
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Love staring at my wife: Anand Mahindra's cheeky reply to 90-hour work week debate

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Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra had a cheeky response to L&T chief SN Subrahmanyan who made headlines after he advocated for a 90-hour work week. Speaking at the at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue event, Mahindra spoke about his strong presence on social media and said, saying, "My wife is wonderful and I love staring at her." WHAT IS …

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

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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 …

’Get a life’: TMC MP Mahua Moitra slams L&T chairman as ’90-hour work week’ debate unites politicians across party lines
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’Get a life’: TMC MP Mahua Moitra slams L&T chairman as ’90-hour work week’ debate unites politicians across party lines

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TMC MP Mahua Moitra urged SN Subrahmanyan to ‘get a life’ on Friday evening amid continued outrage over his call for 90 hour weeks and working Sundays. Political leaders across party lines have criticised the Larsen and Toubro chairman this week after his comments went viral on social media. The remarks have also re-ignited the work-life balance debate that began …

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

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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 …

Milind Deora joins 90-hour workweek debate amid L&T chairman’s remark: ‘Today’s generation values work-life balance’
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Milind Deora joins 90-hour workweek debate amid L&T chairman’s remark: ‘Today’s generation values work-life balance’

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Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora on Friday joined the 90-hour workweek debate after L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan sparked a row with his controversial remark on work-life balance. Meanwhile, defending the L&T chairman, the Shiv Sena MP in a post on X, said that SN Subrahmanyan represented a generation of business leaders who prioritised relentless hard work, often at the expense …

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

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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 …

Rajiv Bajaj counters L&T Chairman’s controversial ‘90-hour work week’ remark, says ‘let it start from the top’
4 days, 23 hours ago

Rajiv Bajaj counters L&T Chairman’s controversial ‘90-hour work week’ remark, says ‘let it start from the top’

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Amid ongoing controversy over L&T chairman S N Subrahmanyan's 90-hour work week remark, Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director of Bajaj Auto said that what matters is quality of work, not hours. 'Let 90 hours start from the top," said Rajiv Bajaj in an interview with CNBC-TV18. Speaking on the issue, Rajiv Bajaj said,"Number of hours of work doesn’t matter, quality of …

L&T report hailing ‘mandatory annual leave, stress management’ in focus amid fury over ‘90-hour work week’
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L&T report hailing ‘mandatory annual leave, stress management’ in focus amid fury over ‘90-hour work week’

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Larsen and Toubro went viral on Friday as chairman S N Subrahmanyan called for 90 hour work weeks. Annual reports from the company have now come into focus for their emphasis on ‘prioritising stress management’ and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The remarks have since brought the company's annual reports — which touch upon the need to "prioritise stress management" …

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

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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 …

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’

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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 …

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?

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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 …

Deepika Padukone says L&T 'made it worse' with their defence of 90-hour workweek
5 days, 10 hours ago

Deepika Padukone says L&T 'made it worse' with their defence of 90-hour workweek

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Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone has reacted to Larsen & Toubro's statement defending its chairman, SN Subrahmanyan, for advocating a 90-hour work week and working on Sundays for employees. The chairman’s remarks reflect this larger ambition.” Responding to this statement, Deepika shared a screenshot on social media, writing, "And they just made it worse." Come on, get to the office and …

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

Milind Deora on L&T chief's '90-hour work week' remark: Individual's choice
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Milind Deora on L&T chief's '90-hour work week' remark: Individual's choice

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Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora on Friday weighed in on the row over L&T chief SN Subrahmanyan's 90-hour work week proposal, stressing that the 64-year-old represents a generation of business leaders who prioritised relentless hard work over health. In a tweet, Deora said that while entrepreneurs often work longer hours than employees, both of them should deserve respect and be …

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. …

Four questions to answer before a 70-90 hour work week can be discussed
5 days, 10 hours 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 …

Sarcasm to criticism: Social media reacts to L&T Chairman's 90-hour work week comment
5 days, 10 hours ago

Sarcasm to criticism: Social media reacts to L&T Chairman's 90-hour work week comment

New Indian Express  

In recent months, there has been a lot of talk about work culture and work-life balance. The tragic death of 26-year-old Anna Sebastian Perayil in 2024 led to a wider discussion in India about harmful work environments and the struggle to balance work and personal life. “How long can you stare at your wife?” Recently, SN Subrahmanyan, Chairman of Larsen …

‘How long can you stare at wife?’: L&T chairman Subrahmanyan suggests 90-hour work week
5 days, 17 hours 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
5 days, 19 hours ago

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

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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 …

Deepika Padukone SHOCKED at L&T Chairman’s ‘not being able to make employees work on Sunday’ remark
5 days, 20 hours ago

Deepika Padukone SHOCKED at L&T Chairman’s ‘not being able to make employees work on Sunday’ remark

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Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's would be "happier" if employees worked on weekends remark has triggered significant backlash, this time from Bollywood actor and entrepreneur Deepika Padukone. Deepika Padukone's calls out L&T Chairman Deepika Padukone reposted journalist Faye D'Souza's post on L&T Chairman's recommendation Deepika Padukone reposted journalist Faye D'Souza's post on L&T Chairman's recommendation. Hours later, mother of …

Harsh Goenka on L&T’s chairman 90-hour work week row: ’Why not rename Sunday to ‘Sun-duty’
5 days, 20 hours ago

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 …

L&T chief not alone, these Indian CEOs have also batted for longer work hours
6 days, 10 hours ago

L&T chief not alone, these Indian CEOs have also batted for longer work hours

India Today  

In September last year, the death of a young Ernst and Young employee allegedly due to excessive workload sparked widespread outrage on social media. SN Subrahmanyan's remarks have only added fuel to the fire over the ongoing debate on work-life balance, first triggered by Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy in 2023 when he suggested a 70-hour work week. NARAYANA MURTHY'S 70-HOUR …

Recipe for burnout: Harsh Goenka after L&T chief advocates 90-hour work week
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6 days, 10 hours ago

Recipe for burnout: Harsh Goenka after L&T chief advocates 90-hour work week

India Today  

RPG Group Chairman Harsh Goenka voiced his concerns about the concept of a 90-hour work week after L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan advocated for extended working hours, suggesting he would make employees work even on Sundays if possible. Why not rename Sunday to ‘Sun-duty’ and make ‘day off’ a mythical concept,” Goenka said in a post on X. Emphasising the importance …

'How long can you stare at wife?' L&T chief wants employees to work on Sundays
6 days, 10 hours ago

'How long can you stare at wife?' L&T chief wants employees to work on Sundays

India Today  

L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan, in a recent interaction with employees, said that he would make them work even on Sundays if he could, advocating for a 90-hour work week. His remarks will likely fuel the ongoing debate on work-life balance, first triggered by Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy’s suggestion of a 70-hour work week. If I can make you work on …

Deepika Padukone criticises L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan's 90-hour workweek statement
6 days, 10 hours ago

Deepika Padukone criticises L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan's 90-hour workweek statement

India TV News  

Global star Deepika Padukone has voiced her opinion against SN Subrahmanyan, Chairman of Larsen & Toubro's latest statement. Quoting "mental health matters," Deepika has called out Subrahmanyan for making such shocking statements. SN Subrahmanyan has come under fire for urging that staff work 90 hours per week, including Sundays, to remain competitive. Get to the office and start working.” Deepika …

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu revives debate on 70-hour work week
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu revives debate on 70-hour work week

India Today  

Zoho’s CEO, Sridhar Vembu, has reignited the long-standing debate on the 70-hour work week, a notion first proposed by Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy. He wrote, "The rationale behind the 70-hour work week is 'it is necessary for economic development' ". Vembu referred to the work culture in East Asian countries like Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and China, noting that their …

This Indian-origin CEO made controversial call for 14-hour workdays. No, it’s not Narayana Murthy or Bhavish Aggarwal
3 weeks ago

This Indian-origin CEO made controversial call for 14-hour workdays. No, it’s not Narayana Murthy or Bhavish Aggarwal

Hindustan Times  

In 2024, work-life balance became a central topic of discussion on social media. Both Narayana Murthy and Bhavish Aggarwal have called for longer work weeks for Indian employees, and they are not alone in doing so. Work-life balance: a discussion Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal was among those who endorsed Narayana Murthy’s views on longer working hours. Among such number was …

‘Working longer is meaningless’: Karti Chidambaram on Narayana Murthy’s 70-hour workweek views
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Working longer is meaningless’: Karti Chidambaram on Narayana Murthy’s 70-hour workweek views

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Congress MP Karti Chidambaram critiqued billionaire and Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy's values on work-life balance and said, "Working longer is meaningless, focus should be on efficiency." Chidambaram wrote in a post on X, “Daily life is as it is a struggle, battling inefficient & substandard infrastructure & amenities.” The MP from Sivaganga said, "Work life balance" is most important for …

‘Daily life as it is…’: Congress MP's argument against Narayana Murthy's 70-hour work week call
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Daily life as it is…’: Congress MP's argument against Narayana Murthy's 70-hour work week call

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Karti Chidambaram has sharply criticised Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy’s call for a 70-hour workweek, dismissing the notion that longer hours are essential for India’s progress. Chidambaram’s comments echo the growing debate around work culture in India, where the traditional long hours advocated by business leaders are often seen as a hindrance to a more sustainable and balanced lifestyle. …

Congress MP counters Narayana Murthy's 70-hour week: Working longer meaningless
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Congress MP counters Narayana Murthy's 70-hour week: Working longer meaningless

India Today  

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram has criticised Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy's proposal to work for 70 hours per week, stressing on the focus of efficiency instead of "meaninglessly" working for long hours. Last month, Murthy stood firm on his stance of working 70 hours a week that had earlier snowballed into a topic of debate. The Infosys co-founder further said …

Narayana Murthy defends 70-hour workweek idea' Indians have a lot to do'
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4 weeks, 2 days ago

Narayana Murthy defends 70-hour workweek idea' Indians have a lot to do'

Hindustan Times  

Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys, has justified his statement about a 70-hour workweek. Murthy said young people need to understand that "we have to work hard and work towards making India number one". Narayana Murthy made the remarks while speaking at the centenary celebration of the Indian Chamber of Commerce in West Bengal's Kolkata, a city he called "the …

Narayana Murthy explains why he wants 70-hour workweek, again
4 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Infosys founder Narayana Murthy on work-life balance and five-day workweek
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Infosys founder Narayana Murthy on work-life balance and five-day workweek

The Hindu  

Narayan Murthy triggers yet another controversy while remaining unapologetic about his ‘70-hour workweek’ comment, which received widespread criticism. “I don’t believe in work-life balance,” Mr. Murthy stated during the CNBC Global Leadership Summit. When his Cabinet Ministers are working very hard, when his bureaucrats are all working very hard, the only way we can show our appreciation for all these …

Narayana Murthy defends 6-day workweek call: 'Will take this with me to my grave'
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Narayana Murthy defends 6-day workweek call: 'Will take this with me to my grave'

Firstpost  

At CNBC-TV18’s Global Leadership Summit, Infosys founder Narayana Murthy said that he does not believe in work-life balance and was disappointed when companies moved to five-day workweek from six-day workweek Infosys founder Narayana Murthy has yet again stoked frustrations among the working class with his views on India’s work culture. After triggering outrage over his views that young workers must …

Narayana Murthy defends 6-day workweek, sparks debate; netizens say ‘If paid enough then…’
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2 months ago

Narayana Murthy defends 6-day workweek, sparks debate; netizens say ‘If paid enough then…’

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Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy advocated for a six-day workweek. “When PM Modi is working 100 hours a week, the only way to show our appreciation for the things that are happening around us is by our work,” Murthy said. One user commented on Instagram, “The man doesn’t know work life balance because he himself don’t have to cook, clean …

Narayana Murthy says he was disappointed when companies moved to 5-day work week
2 months ago

Narayana Murthy says he was disappointed when companies moved to 5-day work week

Hindustan Times  

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy once again reiterated his statement of not believing in work-life balance, expressing his disappointment on the concept of a five-day work week. Speaking at the CNBC Global Leadership Summit, Narayana Murthy said, “I don't believe in work in work life balance”. While speaking about his own work ethic, Narayana Murthy said that he used to work …

Ola CEO calls for 70-hour work week, doctor warns of health risks: ‘even premature death’
6 months ago

Ola CEO calls for 70-hour work week, doctor warns of health risks: ‘even premature death’

Hindustan Times  

A top neurologist slammed Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal’s call for a 70-hour work week, pointing out the many health risks associated with working long hours. Dr Sudhir Kumar said that working long hours has been linked to higher chances of stroke, depression symptoms, risk of being overweight and prediabetic and even premature death. What Bhavish Aggarwal said Ola CEO Bhavish …

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