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Updated on: Jan 2024
Menstruation, not a handicap, no need for ‘paid leave’ policy: Irani
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Menstruation, not a handicap, no need for ‘paid leave’ policy: Irani

According to reports of TOI, Minister of Women and Child Development Smriti Zubin Irani is currently in objection to Menstruation leave she told in Rajya Sabha yesterday that it’s not a handicap, and there is no need for a ‘paid leave’ policy. “Menstrual leave could lead to discrimination against women in the workforce.’ She added. In […]

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Infosys is set to mandate 03-day work from office policy very soon
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Infosys is set to mandate 03-day work from office policy very soon

India’s second-largest IT services provider company, Infosys has instructed employees to work from office (WFO) at least three days a week. According to The Economic Times, An email was sent to employees from the vertical heads, “Please start coming to the office at least 3 days a week. It will become mandatory very shortly.” It […]

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After TCS, HCLTech also ends work from home, asks employees…
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After TCS, HCLTech also ends work from home, asks employees…

Tech companies have ended Work From Home and started calling their employees to Work From Office. After TCS, Infosys, IT giant HCLTech has asked its employees to come to office and work at least three days a week. C Vijayakumar, CEO and Managing Director, HCLTech said “Continuously working away from the office is not a […]

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Wipro ends WFH, asks employees to work from office 3 days a week
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Wipro ends WFH, asks employees to work from office 3 days a week

An Indian multinational corporation, Wipro has ended work from Home and employees are required to report to the office three days a week, effective from November 15, 2023. The decision aligns with a trend among the IT giants in India, including TCS and Infosys, that have also transitioned to office-based work models. Recently, Infosys has ended […]

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Maternity, Child Care & Child Adoption Leaves: Defence Ministry
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Maternity, Child Care & Child Adoption Leaves: Defence Ministry

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has approved a proposal for an extension of the rules for Maternity, Child Care and Child Adoption Leaves for women soldiers, sailors, and air warriors in the Armed Forces at par with their officer counterparts. These grants of such leaves apply to all women in the military, whether one is […]

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Infosys ends WFH and asks employees to come to office
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Infosys ends WFH and asks employees to come to office

An Indian multinational information technology company, Infosys has ended the work from home and asked its employees to come to the office. This change primarily affects employees categorized under Brand 5 and 6, encompassing mid-level managers, and entry-level staff. They have been directed to work for a minimum of 10 days each month from office, […]

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Meesho employees to get 9 days Reset and Recharge Break
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Meesho employees to get 9 days Reset and Recharge Break

Meesho, India’s only true e-commerce marketplace, has set a remarkable precedent in employee wellness with the announcement of the third consecutive annual “Reset and Recharge” break. The employees will enjoy a 9-day hiatus to unplug from work from November 11th to the 19th, 2023 to prioritize their mental well-being. Recently, the company also revamped its […]

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Standard Chartered, Zomato, M&M… new policies for employees
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Standard Chartered, Zomato, M&M… new policies for employees

The companies including Mahindra & Mahindra, Standard Chartered, and Zomato have implemented policies for employees. The company has implemented policies’ including the Maternity Leave Policy, healthcare facility and WLB, and Parental Leave policy. Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) Updates its Maternity Leave Policy Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has extended the maternity leave for its employees. According […]

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Zomato introduces maternity insurance for female delivery partners
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Zomato introduces maternity insurance for female delivery partners

India’s food ordering and delivery platform, Zomato has announced the launch of a comprehensive maternity insurance plan for the female delivery partners onboarded with Zomato. This industry-first initiative underlines Zomato’s commitment to building an inclusive ecosystem for the female delivery partners and providing essential support during this transformative journey. The insurance plan will cover expenses […]

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Meesho announces new employee WLB, and Parental Leave policy
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Meesho announces new employee WLB, and Parental Leave policy

An online shopping platform, Meesho has introduced a new policy designed to ensure employees have the precious time needed to cherish the priceless moments of parenthood. The new policy also includes 30 weeks of childcare leave for employees. “At Meesho, we value work-life balance and the journey of becoming a parent. With us, you can […]

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Standard Chartered implements menopause workplace policy
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Standard Chartered implements menopause workplace policy

Standard Chartered announced a global rollout1 of medical coverage for the treatment of menopause related symptoms to all employees and their partners as part of their medical benefits. More than two-thirds of employees will be covered by November with the rollout expected to complete by April 2024. While the menopause transition is not a uniform experience, […]

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TCS ended WFH, and asked employees to follow the dress code
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TCS ended WFH, and asked employees to follow the dress code

An IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) ended Work From Home and asked its employees to stick to the dress code. Earlier, the company’s 70% of staff was already back in office. It was reported that Tata Consultancy Services has asked its employees to Work from the office 5 days […]

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