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Ram Kapoor was removed from the promotions of his show Mistry by Jio-Hotstar due to alleged sexually inappropriate remarks

Ram Kapoor admits to inappropriate remarks at media event; why intent doesn’t erase impact in the workplace

June 27, 2025 16:28 IST

“Everything I’ve been accused of saying, I have said it,” said actor Ram Kapoor after being dropped from show promotions.

Surveen Chawla recalled an incident where a director tried to kiss her

‘Walk off dude’: Surveen Chawla recalls director trying to kiss her post-meeting despite having discussed her marriage; why such incidents confuse victims

June 6, 2025 16:27 IST

“After the meeting at his office cabin, he came to see me off at the gate, and this was after I got married,” said the actor.

Rachel Gupta opens up about her experience after winning Miss Grand International title

‘He starts pinching me…’: Rachel Gupta gives up Miss Grand International crown, organisers say title ‘revoked’; signs one might be trapped in toxic environment

May 30, 2025 13:30 IST

“They just want me to be there, to go on TikTok Live and make money for them and show up at their events,” said Rachel Gupta in a video

Are Gen Z and millennials sold on the micro-retirement trend at work?

May 26, 2025 13:30 IST

First popularised by Timothy Ferriss in his book The 4-Hour Workweek (2007), the idea of taking extended breaks to travel, reflect, or de-stress has resurfaced on social media. Is micro-retirement finding new takers among younger professionals?

Preity Zinta responded after a user questioned her influence on cricketer Glenn Maxwell’s performance

‘Glenn Maxwell ki aapse shadi ni hui…’: Preity Zinta addresses sexist comment linking her to cricketer’s performance in IPL; why women in leadership face personal scrutiny

May 16, 2025 17:43 IST

Calling out the comment as sexist, Punjab Kings (PBKS) co-owner Preity Zinta didn’t hold back in her response.

Madhuri Dixit’s husband Dr Shriram Nene, a heart surgeon by training, once found himself at crossroads

‘My folks said that…’: Madhuri Dixit’s in-laws ‘were not happy’ when Dr Shriram Nene quit his heart surgeon job; expert on navigating career transitions

May 12, 2025 19:30 IST

“I am Indian. I grew up from an immigrant start and my parents certainly were not happy that I am leaving the prototypical job of a heart surgeon and kind of every Indian’s wet dream,” Dr Nene shared.

‘There’s no room to play’: Priyanka Chopra shares the biggest differences between working in Hollywood and Bollywood; expert on adjusting to a different work environment

May 11, 2025 18:30 IST

Compared to the West, Chopra shared that here in Bollywood, "we have a lot more jugaad" -- we get stuff done.

Anjali Anand worked with Alia Bhatt in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

‘Now she’s pregnant also’: Anjali Anand admits she compared herself to Alia Bhatt on film set; why it can trigger insecurity

May 8, 2025 14:30 IST

“She has a husband, she has a daughter now, she has everything she could have,” said Anjali Anand

Babil Khan's videos sparked widespread concern

‘I don’t have friends…at all’: Babil Khan mentioned not having friends in Bollywood before tearful video went viral, expert on feeling invisible in a high pressure industry

May 5, 2025 18:11 IST

How can prolonged exposure to emotional invalidation impact a young person’s mental health? A psychotherapist answers

Sanaya Irani on facing ageism in the television industry

‘Met this person who told me I look so young’: Sanaya Irani calls out ageism and gender bias, urges focus on women’s skills over stereotypes

April 18, 2025 21:30 IST

“But our 60-year-old heroes can look 40, and all of that can happen with even a little white and gray (hair), but we (women) can’t look it,” Sanaya Irani said.

While many countries strive to find the right balance between work and life, Vanuatu stands out as a symbol of simplicity, proving that less can indeed be more

This country has the shortest work week

April 15, 2025 18:30 IST

As conversations around mental health, well-being, and productivity grow, more countries are rethinking the traditional long workweek.

Namita Thapar links Netflix’s Adolescence to dangers of 70-90 hour work weeks: ‘If we choose to bring a child in this world…’

April 9, 2025 17:27 IST

She also drew comparisons to her childhood and life. "In my case, I had a thick voice, facial hair, very tomboyish, and hated rituals or anything overly feminine like nail paint, mehendi etc as a teen.," Namita Thapar wrote

Shark Tank India’s Anupam Mittal challenges traditional career growth rule

Appraisal season is here! Here are 3 ways you can get promoted

April 16, 2025 18:14 IST

Mittal’s take is clear: clocking in years at a job won’t guarantee a promotion anymore. In today’s fast-moving professional world, three key factors determine who moves up:

Akshay Oberoi on working with Hrithik Roshan

‘Usme mat phass, waha jayega dialogue nahi bol payega’: Akshay Oberoi on idolising Hrithik Roshan and staying professional while working together

March 31, 2025 19:30 IST

This experience isn’t exclusive to the film industry, many professionals in various fields often grapple with the challenge of collaborating with someone they look up to.

‘Wahi kaala kapda laga ke so jaate the’: Hiten Tejwani on the harsh reality of television industry’s relentless work culture; why guilt is associated with taking breaks

March 27, 2025 14:20 IST

“When people overextend their work hours, they’re not adding more deep work -- they’re often just increasing shallow, less meaningful tasks,” stresses psychologist Gurleen Baruah

‘There was no point cribbing that ‘Oh, you are not there”: Sudha Murty on her husband Narayana Murthy’s 70-hour work week comment

March 23, 2025 14:29 IST

Sudha reflected on Infosys' early days, emphasising the gruelling hours that went into building the company.

When is workplace chat ‘just gossip’ and when is it ‘sharing information’? It depends who’s doing it

March 17, 2025 20:30 IST

Another key function of gossip is to warn against antisocial behaviours like bullying.

Shark Tank India judge Viraj Bahl on why he stood his ground against layoffs during Covid-19 pandemic: ‘What if…’

March 11, 2025 21:30 IST

In a conversation with actor Chitrangda Singh, Viraj Bahl also commented on the 70-hour work week

Modern workplaces were never designed for mothers, and it’s time for that to change

March 11, 2025 07:54 IST

Even long after giving birth, women must remain attentive of their appearance at work. Researchers shows that women who look too “mothering” risk being taken less seriously at work.

Mukesh Khanna clarified that he doesn’t hold any grudge

‘Saala copy karta hai’: Mukesh Khanna recalls how Amitabh Bachchan’s alleged comment stayed with him; the psychological impact of peer criticism

February 12, 2025 21:30 IST

"You can call me self-respecting or stubborn, but I told that man, ‘Pagal hai tu, woh aisa bolege?" the actor said

More young professionals are rejecting high-stress, low-reward nature of middle management, conscious unbossing

What is ‘conscious unbossing’ and why are Gen Z professionals adopting this approach?Subscriber Only

February 20, 2025 20:33 IST

What is driving this movement, and how will it shape the future of work?

Elon Musk’s claim that DOGE employees work 120 hours a week has sparked debate. Experts explain why extreme work schedules can lead to burnout, sleep deprivation, emotional suppression, and disengagement—and why working more doesn’t always mean achieving more.

Elon Musk declares US govt department DOGE works 120 hours per week; here’s how it may affect health

February 13, 2025 19:11 IST

Unsurprisingly, Musk’s remarks invited mixed reactions online. While some users applauded his “hustle culture” mentality, others were quick to call him a “terrible boss.”

In the Indian context, where long commutes, extended work hours, and family responsibilities often take up significant time, adapting this rule requires a more realistic and flexible approach.

Decoded: The 8+8+8 rule to achieve balance in a busy lifeSubscriber Only

February 1, 2025 14:56 IST

The 8+8+8 rule is a great concept, but it can be tough to implement due to demanding work schedules, personal responsibilities, and commuting

Career catfishing trend highlights a growing shift in how younger generations view traditional corporate structures

‘Career catfishing’ is the newest workplace trendSubscriber Only

January 30, 2025 15:35 IST

“It’s important to remember that these actions aren’t a universal trait of the generation,” notes Gurleen Baruah, organisational psychologist and executive coach at That Culture Thing.