Workplace Environment
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Bengaluru CEO doubles down on hiring ban for men from 4 states: 'I'm sorry for this...'
offbeat | Sep 24, 2026, 01:14 PM ISTBengaluru entrepreneur Karthik SG says his company will not hire male candidates from UP, Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, citing alleged misconduct by a former employee. His posts have sparked a debate over workplace safety and regional bias.
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Called 'Pagal Saab', 81-year-old Irish man spends a decade restoring India's forgotten wells
offbeat | Jul 06, 2026, 04:47 PM ISTAn 81-year-old Irish man has spent a decade cleaning neglected historic wells in Jodhpur after moving to India. Once mocked as 'Pagal Saab', his inspiring mission has now won hearts online and encouraged locals to join the restoration effort.
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Sleep deprivation is quietly becoming the biggest workplace health crisis, says expert
Health | Jun 30, 2026, 08:25 PM ISTSleep deprivation is emerging as a major workplace health concern. Dr Vikram Vora explains how poor sleep affects physical health, mental wellbeing, productivity and workplace safety, while sharing practical ways employers and employees can build healthier sleep habits.
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'My company is counting my washroom breaks': Ahmedabad employee's ordeal sparks workplace debate
Trending | Jun 12, 2026, 12:16 PM ISTAn Ahmedabad-based employee claims their company has started tracking washroom breaks and asking staff to make up extra time if they exceed a 30-minute limit. The Reddit post has sparked a wider debate about workplace trust and employee monitoring.
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Employee wanted to resign for his critically ill son; what his boss did next is winning hearts
Trending | Jun 04, 2026, 04:12 PM ISTAn X post by Ankit Pandey has gone viral after he shared how he refused an employee's resignation when the man's son fell critically ill. Instead, he kept the job open and continued paying his salary until the child recovered.
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Why aren’t traditional offices working for Gen Z anymore? Design expert explains
Lifestyle | Apr 30, 2026, 10:14 AM ISTWhat does a healthy workplace mean today? A design expert explains how Gen Z is reshaping office expectations, from flexible layouts to wellbeing-focused environments, pushing companies to rethink traditional workspaces.
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Feeling hungry at work? 5 yummy snacks you can make in your office microwave
Lifestyle | Jul 11, 2024, 09:05 PM ISTTry these five delicious and easy-to-make snacks in your office microwave to keep you energized and satisfied throughout the day. Perfect for a quick and tasty break!
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What is office peacocking? Know about this emerging workplace trend
Lifestyle | May 03, 2024, 02:26 PM ISTMuch like a peacock uses its extravagant tail feathers to attract mates, companies are "peacocking" their offices to attract employees back. The goal is to create a space that feels less like a workplace and more like a desirable social hub or even a second home.
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5 effective tips to craft a positive and supportive workplace environment
Lifestyle | Mar 30, 2024, 04:50 PM ISTHappy employees are productive employees. In today's competitive job market, fostering a positive and supportive work environment is no longer a perk, it's a necessity. Investing in the wellness and satisfaction of employees ultimately leads to greater success for the organisation as a whole.
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Office lifestyle: Positive workplace environment raises productivity in employees; Know more
Lifestyle | Mar 20, 2019, 07:51 PM ISTWant better output from your employees? Promoting an environment of growth for all would lead to higher satisfaction, innovation, and trust.
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Office lifestyle: Working nine hours per day may increase risk of depression in women, not in men
Health | Feb 26, 2019, 10:48 PM ISTLifestyle tip for women: Working nine hours a day can raise depression risk in women according to the latest health study. Know more!
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5 tips on how to create healthy work environment with creative workspace
Lifestyle | Feb 18, 2019, 11:47 AM ISTLatest lifestyle updates: Today, we give you a few tips on creating healthy work environment with creative workspace. Read on to find out!
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Office Lifestyle: 5 easy and effective ways to deal with stress at work
Health | Feb 12, 2019, 07:39 AM ISTLatest health updates: For a healthy lifestyle and peace of mind, follow the given five easy and effective methods to deal with stress at work. Read on to know more!
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Women must be treated with dignity at workplace, says Delhi High Court
India | Dec 13, 2018, 06:34 AM ISTThe court's observations came while directing the Delhi government to include a woman in the panel for guest teachers and utilise her services as and when required by any school here, subject to her medical fitness.
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Create a happy workplace with these simple and easy ways
Fashion | Mar 31, 2018, 11:20 PM ISTEncouraging employees by rewarding and praising their work, can perpetuate their yearning to perform well.
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Beware! Here are 5 mistakes you may be making at your workplace
Lifestyle | Nov 27, 2017, 04:47 PM ISTOur aim is to put best foot forward at work but sometimes we end up doing something willingly or unwillingly that can impede our growth in long-term.
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Imposing behavioural rules at office boosts productivity
Lifestyle | Dec 02, 2014, 10:45 AM ISTNew York: Imposing behavioural rules in a mixed-sex office boosts productivity, says a new research, suggesting that such norms actually reduce uncertainty in relationships between men and women employees and make them more creative. Women at