L&T 90-hour workweek debate: Amul takes ‘Labour & Toil?’ dig, says ‘we stare at bread daily’
2 months, 1 week ago

L&T 90-hour workweek debate: Amul takes ‘Labour & Toil?’ dig, says ‘we stare at bread daily’

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Amul, known for its witty takes, has poked fun at L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's remarks suggesting a working Sunday for his employees, while advocating a 90-hour workweek, sparking widespread debate across various circles. In its latest doodle, Amul expressed its disapproval of the 90-hour workweek proposed by the L&T chairman and supported by the company’s HR head. The poster shows a doddle of the L&T chairman with a caption: “#Amul Topical: Controversy about the 90 hour work week!” The text on the doodle read: ‘Labour and Toil?’ with L&T in bold. Another text on the Amul doodle read: “Amul stares at bread daily!” in a clear jibe at L&T chairman's “how can you stare at your wife?” as he advocated a working Sunday.

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L&T chief stirs fresh row with remark on labour crisis: Workers unwilling to move
1 month, 1 week ago

L&T chief stirs fresh row with remark on labour crisis: Workers unwilling to move

India Today  

Larsen & Toubro Chairman and Managing Director SN Subrahmanyan has raised concerns over the declining migration of construction labourers in India, attributing it to the availability of government welfare schemes and a growing preference for comfort. Speaking at CII’s Mystic South Global Linkages Summit 2025 in Chennai, Subrahmanyan spoke about the difficulties faced by the construction industry in hiring and …

L&T Chairman's American Match! DOGE Has 120-Hour Workweek, Says Elon Musk
1 month, 2 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 …

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

Amul trolls L&T chairman’s call for 90-hour workweek with doodle saying 'Amul stares at bread daily
2 months, 1 week ago

Amul trolls L&T chairman’s call for 90-hour workweek with doodle saying 'Amul stares at bread daily

India TV News  

Amul is known for its topical In the video that was widely shared on the internet, Subrahmanyan said, "What do you do sitting at home? The viral video sparked a debate with several users sharing memes and their reactions to Subrahmanyan's statement. In the doodle, a man can be seen pointing towards Sundays on a calendar and the Amul girl …

Amul takes cheeky jab at L&T chairman's 90-hour remark with doodle: 'Labour and Toil?'
2 months, 1 week ago

Amul takes cheeky jab at L&T chairman's 90-hour remark with doodle: 'Labour and Toil?'

Hindustan Times  

Dairy brand Amul is the latest to join the ongoing debate over 90-hour workweek model suggested by Larsen & Toubro chairman SN Subrahmanyan who courted controversy with his statement about wanting his employees to work even on Sundays. L&T doubled down on their chairman's remarks by issuing a statement which claimed that the remarks were made keeping in mind a …

‘L&T chairman should leave…’: Mallikarjun Kharge cites Nehru, Ambedkar to disagree with ‘90-hour workweek’ remark
2 months, 1 week ago

‘L&T chairman should leave…’: Mallikarjun Kharge cites Nehru, Ambedkar to disagree with ‘90-hour workweek’ remark

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Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has expressed disagreement over L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's remark advocating a 90-hour workweek, as he remembered Jawaharlal Nehru and BR Ambedkar, who, he said, championed the eight-hour working day. Addressing party leaders after the inauguration of the Congress' new headquarters located at 9A, Kotla Road in New Delhi, Mallikarjun Kharge lauded the work done by L&T …

Amul stares at bread daily: Dairy brand shares doodle on L&T Chairman's remarks
2 months, 1 week ago

Amul stares at bread daily: Dairy brand shares doodle on L&T Chairman's remarks

India Today  

As L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan made furious headlines for advocating a 90-hour work week, dairy brand Amul shared its take on his controversial remark with a witty doodle. During an interaction with his employees last week, Subrahmanyan had defended L&T’s six-day work week policy. Sharing its take on Subrahmanyan’s comments, the dairy brand said in its doodle: “Labour & Toil? …

‘Take a step back…’: HR head defends L&T chairman Subrahmanyan amid ‘90-hour work week’ controversy
2 months, 1 week ago

‘Take a step back…’: HR head defends L&T chairman Subrahmanyan amid ‘90-hour work week’ controversy

Hindustan Times  

Larsen & Toubro lead HR Sonica Muraleedharan has strongly defended chairman SN Subrahmanyan, who is facing criticism over his recent “90-hour work week” statement. L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan In a long post on LinkedIn, Muraleedharan urged people to “take a step back” and “fully understand” the “context and intent” of Subrahmanyan's remark before “rushing to judgment.” Muraleedharan sought to provide …

90-hour workweek: When Elon Musk said nobody changed the world with 40 hours a week
2 months, 1 week ago

90-hour workweek: When Elon Musk said nobody changed the world with 40 hours a week

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The controversy over Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's suggestion of a 90-hour workweek shows no sign of dying down, dividing opinions online about work-life balance. The debate has also revived a 2018 post by Tesla founder and X owner Elon Musk, who famously said, “Nobody ever changed the world with 40 hours a week.” Musk's quote has found fresh …

Former L&T employee says Subrahmanyan’s 90-hr workweek is ‘exactly what company needs’ but calls Saturdays ‘irritating’
2 months, 1 week ago

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 …

Ex L&T employee supports chairman’s call for 90-hour week, but says ‘it wasn’t for me’
2 months, 1 week ago

Ex L&T employee supports chairman’s call for 90-hour week, but says ‘it wasn’t for me’

Hindustan Times  

A former employee of Larsen & Toubro has backed chairman SN Subrahmanyan’s call for a 90-hour work week, saying it is in sync with the construction firm’s requirements. Amey Kulkarni spent two years with L&T, during which time he was expected to work on Saturdays like other employees. What L&T chairman said For some context, Kulkarni was speaking in the …

90-hr work week debate: L&T’s HR head says SN Subrahmanyan’s words were misinterpreted, ‘leaders like him inspire’
2 months, 1 week ago

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 …

Info Edge founder's post on L&T chairman amid 90-hour work week debate goes viral
2 months, 1 week ago

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 …

After bashing L&T chairman for 90-hour work week, Harsh Goenka defends company: ‘Time to move on’
2 months, 1 week ago

After bashing L&T chairman for 90-hour work week, Harsh Goenka defends company: ‘Time to move on’

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RPG Enterprises Chairman Harsh Goenka has defended Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan who sparked controversy as he advocated for a 90-hour work week while suggesting that employees should give up their Sunday offs. Harsh Goenka had earlier bashed SN Subrahmanyan for his 90-hour work week remark, terming it a ‘recipe for burnout, not success.’ Two days after criticising the …

Adar Poonawalla, Anand Mahindra Join The 90-Hour Work Week Debate, See What They Said
2 months, 1 week 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 …

'Wife loves staring at...': Adar Poonawalla hits out at L&T chairman’s 90-hour workweek call
2 months, 1 week ago

'Wife loves staring at...': Adar Poonawalla hits out at L&T chairman’s 90-hour workweek call

Hindustan Times  

As the debate over Larsen & Toubro Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's pitch for a 90-hour work week heats up, many corporate leaders and CEOs have offered their responses to the chairman's comments. Serum Institute CEO Adar Poonawalla responded to Anand Mahindra remarks on a 90-hour work week. Responding to his comments, Serum Institute CEO Adar Poonawalla quipped, "Yes Anand Mahindra, even …

L&T chief’s 90-hour workweek call: Anand Mahindra, Deepika Padukone, and many others react. Check who said what
2 months, 1 week 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 …

Mind the Gap: Why L&T’s SN Subrahmanyan needs to talk to more women
2 months, 1 week ago

Mind the Gap: Why L&T’s SN Subrahmanyan needs to talk to more women

Hindustan Times  

Larsen & Toubro chairman SN Subrahmanyan’s advocacy of a 90-hour work week is deeply problematic on so many levels that it merits examination beyond the usual 24-hour social media cycle. An October 2024 brief by the International Labour Organization found that globally, unpaid care work prevented 708 million women from joining paid work. I am sure Subrahmanyan has read weighty …

Trade unions condemn L&T CEO’s statement on work hours
2 months, 1 week ago

Trade unions condemn L&T CEO’s statement on work hours

The Hindu  

The central trade unions condemned the statement by the chairman and managing director of Larsen & Toubro Limited S.N. The Centre of Indian Trade Unions said Mr. Subrahmanyan’s statement was similar to the “satanic statement” earlier made by the Infosys founder N.R. Mr. Sen said Indian workers, even permanent employees in the formal sector, were deployed for much longer hours …

Anand Mahindra shares views on 90-hour workweek row: ‘This debate is in wrong direction, focus on quality, not…’
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2 months, 1 week 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 …

Beware: 90-hour workweek is nothing; companies are now hiring detectives to check if you’re unwell during sick leaves
2 months, 1 week ago

Beware: 90-hour workweek is nothing; companies are now hiring detectives to check if you’re unwell during sick leaves

Live Mint  

Are you planning to take sick leave from office? Beware, as the practice may invite scrutiny in Germany, where companies are hiring detectives to check whether their employees are actually unwell when they call in sick. There has been a significant surge in company requests to check up on employees suspected of calling in sick when they are fit to …

L&T Chairman's 90-Hrs Work Week Remark Sparks Criticism; Here's How India Inc Leaders Responded
2 months, 1 week 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, 1 week 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 …

Love staring at my wife: Anand Mahindra's cheeky reply to 90-hour work week debate
2 months, 1 week ago

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

India Today  

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 …

L&T chief’s 90-hr work remark sparks outrage
2 months, 1 week 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, 1 week 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 …

Rajiv Bajaj counters L&T Chairman’s controversial ‘90-hour work week’ remark, says ‘let it start from the top’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

Live Mint  

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 …

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 …

Shocking: Deepika Padukone on L&T head suggesting 90-hour work week for employees
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Shocking: Deepika Padukone on L&T head suggesting 90-hour work week for employees

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has joined the social media discourse around L&T chairman S N Subrahmanyan's remarks about wishing to make employees work on Sundays, saying it was shocking to see such statements coming from people in top positions at companies. Shocking: Deepika Padukone on L&T head suggesting 90-hour work week for employees In an undated video circulating …

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 …

L&T Defends Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's Remark On 90-Hour Work Week
2 months, 2 weeks ago

L&T Defends Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's Remark On 90-Hour Work Week

ABP News  

Larsen & Toubro has defended the remarks made by its chairman SN Subrahmanyan supporting a 90-hour workweek. The controversy sparked after a video surfaced on Reddit, in which Subrahmanyan, during an internal discussion, encouraged employees to work on Sundays and questioned the necessity of time off. In response to a question about the mandatory Saturday work, Subrahmanyan was seen saying, …

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 …

Deepika Padukone says L&T 'made it worse' with their defence of 90-hour workweek
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

India Today  

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 …

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. …

Sarcasm to criticism: Social media reacts to L&T Chairman's 90-hour work week comment
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Amid backlash, L&T defends its Chairman over his 90-hour work week stand
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Amid backlash, L&T defends its Chairman over his 90-hour work week stand

New Indian Express  

L&T has come to the defence of its Chairman SN Subrahmanyan who received heavy backlash on social media for advocating 90-hour work week. The company said on Friday that the Chairman's remarks reflect the larger ambition of nation-building, "emphasising that extraordinary outcomes require extraordinary effort". "The Chairman's remarks reflect this larger ambition, emphasising that extraordinary outcomes require extraordinary effort. Top …

‘Rename it ‘Sun-duty’: Billionaire’s pitch after L&T chairman wants employees to work on Sunday
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Rename it ‘Sun-duty’: Billionaire’s pitch after L&T chairman wants employees to work on Sunday

Hindustan Times  

Amid debate over L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's suggestion of a 90-hour work week and his "regret" of not being able to make his employees work on Sunday, RPG Enterprises' chairman Harsh Goenka has joined the conversation over long work weeks and shared his views. Take a look at the post here: Deepika Padukone slams remarks Goenka was not the only …

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 …

Deepika Padukone SHOCKED at L&T Chairman’s ‘not being able to make employees work on Sunday’ remark
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

Live Mint  

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’
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 …

L&T clarifies Chairman Subrahmanyan’s 90-hour workweek remark, says ‘extraordinary outcomes require…’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

L&T clarifies Chairman Subrahmanyan’s 90-hour workweek remark, says ‘extraordinary outcomes require…’

Live Mint  

Larsen and Toubro on Thursday issued a clarification on the company's Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's remark on the 90-hour workweek. A company spokesperson, in a statement, said Subrahmanyan's remarks reflected the larger ambition for India, which emphasised achieving extraordinary outcomes by making extraordinary efforts. We believe this is India’s decade, a time demanding collective dedication and effort to drive progress and …

L&T chairman’s 90-hour work week remark ‘reflects larger ambition’, says company
2 months, 2 weeks ago

L&T chairman’s 90-hour work week remark ‘reflects larger ambition’, says company

Hindustan Times  

After the chairman of Larsen & Toubro said he regretted not being able to make his employees work on Sunday, the company issued a statement clarifying that his remarks emphasised that “extraordinary effort” is needed for "extraordinary outcomes". We believe this is India’s decade, a time demanding collective dedication and effort to drive progress and realise our shared vision of …

'I Regret Not Being Able To Make You Work On Sundays': L&T Boss On Work-Life Balance
2 months, 2 weeks ago

'I Regret Not Being Able To Make You Work On Sundays': L&T Boss On Work-Life Balance

ABP News  

L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's suggestion to the employees regarding working hours has sparked a major controversy online. In a video shared on the social media platform, Reddit Subrahmanyan can be seen proposing that employees should work 90 hours a week and possibly forgo Sundays as well. In response to a question about why employees are expected to work on Saturdays, …

‘How long can you stare at your wife?’: L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan’s 90-hour workweek call has everyone talking
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘How long can you stare at your wife?’: L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan’s 90-hour workweek call has everyone talking

Live Mint  

Larsen & Toubro Chairman S.N. In a post shared on Reddit, the Chairman is heard saying, “I regret I am not able to make you work on Sundays. One user asked, “How long can the employees stare at the screens” Another criticised, “Obviously, you have no other work than to slave for the peanuts that I throw your way." Ye …

‘How long can you stare at your wife?’: L&T chairman says he wants employees to work on Sunday too
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘How long can you stare at your wife?’: L&T chairman says he wants employees to work on Sunday too

Hindustan Times  

The chairman of Larsen & Toubro has come under fire for saying that employees must work 90 hours a week. During an employee interaction, SN Subrahmanyan was asked why Larsen & Toubro, a multi-billion dollar conglomerate, was still making its employees work on Saturdays. Asked why that is, the Chinese man claimed that Chinese people work 90 hours a week, …

L&T chief not alone, these Indian CEOs have also batted for longer work hours
2 months, 2 weeks 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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2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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