“7.2 LPA to 16?”: Recruiter says he’s “out of touch with today’s generation” after 100% salary hike expectation, internet says 'nothing wrong in paying...'A recent post on X ignited a debate on hiring expectations and salary jumps. A tech professional questioned a candidate's request for a 100...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
From Rs 5 lakh to Rs 25 lakh salary, still broke? CA warns about a dangerous money habit that can destroy your financesA chartered accountant warns that rising salaries can lead to financial stress if spending increases at the same pace. Many professionals u...
26 May, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
Income rising but savings shrinking? CA explains the ‘middle class trap’ hurting salaried workers but they don't even knowA LinkedIn post by Bengaluru-based CA Meenal Goel has sparked discussion online after she described how many salary hikes today barely keep...
23 May, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
Rs 38 LPA in Bengaluru or peace in Hyderabad? This man's choice goes viral on social mediaA Hyderabad professional declined a higher-paying job in Bengaluru, prioritizing quality of life over an 8 LPA difference. He cited Hyderab...
18 May, 2026, 08.51 PM IST
'Rs 38 LPA in Bengaluru or Rs 30 LPA in Hyderabad?': Techie explains why he chose Hyderabad despite Rs 8 lakh lower packageA Hyderabad techie has sparked debate by choosing a lower salary in his home city over a higher offer elsewhere. Madhan Mohan T opted for c...
18 May, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
Salary hike this appraisal season? New labour codes and tax rules may change your real take-home payAppraisal season this year saw companies begin aligning salary structures with new labour codes and updated income tax rules. While some fi...
18 May, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
Air India board holds meeting amid West Asia conflict headwinds; plans cost-saving stepsAir India's board met to discuss cost-saving measures. Furloughs and deferred bonus payments are being considered. The airline faces challe...
07 May, 2026, 11.15 PM IST
After 8 years of waiting, she was promoted to senior manager at Rs 28 LPA package. Six months later, she broke down in office. What went wrong?Harmanjot Kaur achieved a major career milestone, a promotion to Senior Manager. However, the demanding role led to severe stress, health i...
07 May, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
Tax-free allowances rise, so do employer costs: The salary structuring dilemma under the Social Security CodeEnhanced tax-free allowances under the Income-Tax Rules, 2026 can improve employees’ take-home pay. However, the expanded definition of “wa...
06 May, 2026, 07.33 AM IST
Employee expecting 'good appraisal' gets shocked after salary decreases due to increment. 'There was nothing I could do'A Reddit user shared his experience of expecting a strong appraisal after joining a company just before the review cycle, only to receive a...
01 May, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
India Inc salary restructuring: How new labour codes and income tax rules will impact take-home pay and retirement savingsSalaried employees face uncertainty as new labor codes and tax rules loom. Companies are preparing for changes, but widespread implementati...
20 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
From Rs 6.8 lakh to Rs 4.5 lakh: Redditor explains how to save Rs 2.3 lakh in income tax in a year legallyA Redditor demonstrated significant income tax savings under the new regime by strategically restructuring their salary with components lik...
15 Apr, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
Income Tax Calculator 2026: Compare your income tax liability on Rs 15L, Rs 20L, Rs 30L and Rs 50L CTC under new vs old tax regimeThe Income Tax Rules, 2026 introduce significant benefits for salaried employees, including expanded HRA and meal card tax advantages. Thes...
07 Apr, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
Rs 80 LPA job offer, but Rs 40 lakh is 'kidnapping insurance': Podcaster shares IIM placement anecdote with 'ransom cover'An IIM Calcutta placement story has gone viral, revealing an Rs 80 LPA offer where Rs 40 lakh was designated as 'kidnapping insurance' for ...
06 Apr, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
A higher CTC doesn’t always equal higher take-home salary: Check CTC break-up to know actual take homeA higher CTC doesn’t always translate to a higher take-home salary. Rather than focusing solely on the total CTC, it’s wiser to evaluate it...
19 May, 2025, 06.30 AM IST
Just 960 IIT graduates received Rs 50 lakh and above annual pay in 2022Not all IIT graduates are lucky to grab lucrative salaries as a new report on Tuesday revealed that students obtaining jobs with a higher C...
07 Feb, 2023, 06.49 PM IST
- Higher CTC doesn't always mean higher pay
This year's campus recruitment season is on. It is that time of the year when corporates hunt for talent. Scrutinise your salary like a vet...
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