At 16, they managed fast-food night shifts; after a stressful rush, the Illinois student quit; now facing a legal threat over a pair of headsetsA 16-year-old fast-food shift lead from Illinois says they quit after a high-stress rush at work. The former employer has since accused the...
25 May, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Amal Clooney: ‘As women, we may not be a minority, but there is a bond that we all share; it is...’ - What the Lebanese-British human rights advocate understood about the struggles of womenQuote of the Day by Amal Clooney highlights a universal bond among women, transcending geography, religion, and culture. It focused on shar...
22 May, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
An Employee Saw Their Decisions Being Second-Guessed Constantly: What It Could MeanConstant scrutiny of every decision can signal deeper workplace issues beyond simple feedback. Experts warn that persistent questioning, es...
24 Apr, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industryThe United States Department of Justice is easing rules on certain marijuana items. The drug will be reclassified as less dangerous. This s...
24 Apr, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
What's the psychology of people who can’t say no: Hidden reason behind always saying yes — even if you don't want toThe psychology behind always saying yes reflects a complex mix of emotional needs, past experiences, and social conditioning. Often linked ...
23 Apr, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Strait of Hormuz crisis: US blockade continues despite ceasefire extension with IranPresident Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran. This decision comes at Pakistan's request. The United States awaits a unified proposa...
22 Apr, 2026, 06.19 AM IST
Why “Just a Bit More Effort” Rarely Feels Small at WorkManagers' seemingly simple requests for "just a little more effort" can create significant employee dissatisfaction and stress. This occurs...
19 Apr, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
I Cleaned the Floors But Did Not Dry Them ProperlyLeaving floors wet after cleaning poses significant risks. Research highlights that moisture causes slips and falls, leading to injuries. B...
04 Apr, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
When a Coworker Says “I’ve Seen This Before,” That’s Exactly When You Should Pay AttentionA common workplace phrase, 'I've seen this before,' can unintentionally shut down new ideas. This reaction stems from a natural comfort wit...
01 Apr, 2026, 12.56 PM IST
“Reach Out Anytime”: Why Employees Think Twice Before Talking to Their BossBosses often promise open doors for communication. However, employees hesitate to speak up due to fear and past experiences. Managers face ...
19 Mar, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
Workplace injury reports show slight rise among top 1,000 listed companiesAccording to recent data from Prime Database, shared exclusively with ET, 268 companies reported 5,244 work-related injuries to white-colla...
18 Apr, 2024, 10.39 AM IST
Top listed firms report increase in staff injuries suffered at workplaceSEBI guidelines led to increased injury reporting at top companies, with a focus on white-collar employees. Challenges remain in underrepor...
18 Apr, 2024, 12.30 AM IST
Are workplaces doing enough for persons with disability?Market economies are based on competition, which promotes social divisions between those perceived as more or less ‘capable’, while systema...
06 Dec, 2023, 05.23 PM IST
Labour issues increasingly getting discussed in trade agreements: Labour SecretaryWith safety provisions increasingly influencing free trade agreements (FTAs), Ahuja highlighted the imperative of maintaining high safety s...
02 Nov, 2023, 03.57 PM IST
Amazon shareholder proposals hit record as ESG-focused investors push for changeThe proposals include a request to change Amazon's executive compensation package, an audit to ensure that its technologies are not used fo...
14 Apr, 2023, 10.59 AM IST
Minorities are poorly represented in mainstream educationWe welcome Planning Commission member Abhijit Sen’s comments questioning the need for a separate ministry for minority affairs.
19 Sep, 2013, 05.00 AM IST
Need to set up mechanism for safety of women, children: Manmohan Singh"We need to put in place institutional mechanisms to ensure the safety and security of women and children, particularly in the urban contex...
05 Jun, 2013, 02.39 PM IST