🚀 Medial Secures Investment on Shark Tank India - Fueling the Future of Professional Social Networking. 🔥

Startup Showcase

Premium Content

Try our Valuation Calculator →

News on Medial

The 70-Hour Workweek Debate Balancing Productivity and Compensation in India's IT Industry

Business Bytes

Business Bytes · 1y ago

The 70-Hour Workweek Debate Balancing Productivity and Compensation in India's IT Industry

The debate on a 70-hour workweek in India's IT industry has generated mixed reactions. Narayana Murthy's suggestion to work longer hours for increased productivity and GDP ranking has sparked discussions. However, concerns have been raised about the compensation and wage growth in the industry. Employees note the lack of significant salary progression, particularly for entry-level positions. Ashok Khemka highlights the income disparity between CEOs and newcomers, questioning the fairness of such gaps. This debate sheds light on broader issues of income inequality and stagnation in high-growth sectors like IT. Achieving a balance between productivity, compensation, and work-life balance requires a comprehensive approach.

Related News

I would leave it to the individual: Infosys co founder Kris Gopalakrishnan on working 70 hours a week

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

I would leave it to the individual: Infosys co founder Kris Gopalakrishnan on working 70 hours a week

Infosys co-founder Kris Gopalakrishnan has commented on the debate surrounding working 70 hours a week in India. He believes it is up to each individual to decide, while emphasizing the importance of improving work productivity and investing more in research. Gopalakrishnan's remarks come in the wake of controversy stirred by Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy's statement advocating for a 70-hour workweek to compete with other economies. Gopalakrishnan himself admitted that he probably works 70 hours a week.

Capgemini CEO reignites work-life balance debate with 47.5-hour work week comment

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Capgemini CEO reignites work-life balance debate with 47.5-hour work week comment

Capgemini India's CEO, Ashwin Yardi, suggests a 47.5-hour workweek, sparking debate against Infosys co-founder N R Narayana Murthy's earlier call for a 70-hour week, which stirred up discussions on corporate work conditions. Murthy and L&T's S N Subrahmanyan advocate for longer workweeks, while Wipro's Rishad Premji highlights work-life balance. The debate extends to startup founders like Ola’s Bhavish Aggarwal supporting longer hours for economic growth, whereas Namita Thapar strongly opposes excessive work demands.

Narayana Murthy wants 70, SNS says 90, but Capgemini CEO roots for 47.5-hour workweek

Business Today

Business Today · 6m ago

Narayana Murthy wants 70, SNS says 90, but Capgemini CEO roots for 47.5-hour workweek

The business leaders have differing views on the ideal workweek length. Ashwin Yardi opts for a 47.5-hour workweek, emphasizing avoiding weekend emails unless necessary. Narayana Murthy endorses a 70-hour week, while S N Subrahmanyan recommends a 90-hour workweek. In contrast, Sindhu Gangadharan emphasizes that the focus should be on work outcomes rather than the number of hours worked. Saugata Gupta's viewpoint on work hours is not available.

Anupam Mittal, Shark Tank Judge and Shaadi.com Founder, Joins the 70-Hour Workweek Debate

Business Bytes

Business Bytes · 1y ago

Anupam Mittal, Shark Tank Judge and Shaadi.com Founder, Joins the 70-Hour Workweek Debate

Anupam Mittal, the founder of Shaadi.com and a judge on Shark Tank, has added his voice to the ongoing debate about working 70-hour weeks. His statement highlights the demanding work culture in the Indian business and entrepreneurship sectors. Mittal's declaration underscores the dedication required to succeed in the startup world, where long hours are often necessary. The debate was ignited by comments from Infosys founder Narayana Murthy, who suggested that India's youth should work 70 hours a week to boost economic growth. This discussion raises important questions about work-life balance and productivity.

Navigating Work-Life Balance Challenges Faced by Indian IT Employees Amidst Growing Productivity Pressures

Business Bytes

Business Bytes · 1y ago

Navigating Work-Life Balance Challenges Faced by Indian IT Employees Amidst Growing Productivity Pressures

Indian IT employees are facing challenges in achieving work-life balance as they work longer hours, often exceeding the standard 40-hour workweek. This is attributed to project deadlines and a focus on time spent rather than productivity achieved. This trend not only affects productivity but also causes stress and hampers employee well-being. Stagnation in productivity raises concerns about the sustainability of the current work culture. There is a need for a cultural shift in the industry to prioritize outcomes over hours worked and create a healthier work environment.

After 90 hour work week row, Elon Musk’s weekend work reply gains steam, Nilesh Shah questions: ‘will he get memes or…?’ | Company Business News

Livemint

Livemint · 7m ago

After 90 hour work week row, Elon Musk’s weekend work reply gains steam, Nilesh Shah questions: ‘will he get memes or…?’ | Company Business News

Elon Musk reignited the 90-hour workweek debate by criticizing government employees for not working weekends, describing it as a "superpower." Kotak Mahindra AMC's Nilesh Shah questioned whether Musk will face memes or accolades for this comment, similar to past reactions towards SN Subramanyan and Narayana Murthy's workweek suggestions. Musk's post spurred varied social media responses, with agreements and criticisms, reflecting differing views on work-life balance and the feasibility of extensive work schedules.

70-hour workweek is a bats**t crazy idea: Viraj Bahl

Inshorts · 6m ago

70-hour workweek is a bats**t crazy idea: Viraj Bahl

During a podcast, Veeba Founder Viraj Bahl said that a 70-hour workweek is a "bats**t crazy idea". "It is okay for a founder to work 70 hours because he is the biggest commercial gainer...To expect your team to work 70 hours is crazy," he added. He suggested that the founder should either compensate the team proportionately or not expect it.

Not 70, more like 140: Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal adds more fuel to Narayana Murthy debate

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Not 70, more like 140: Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal adds more fuel to Narayana Murthy debate

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has joined the "70 hours a week" debate sparked by Infosys founder Narayana Murthy, tweeting his support for longer work hours. Aggarwal stated that he puts in even more than 70 hours a week, emphasizing the importance of dedication and commitment in building India's economy. However, Ronnie Screwvala, founder of upGrad, believes that productivity is not solely dependent on long work hours, but also on upskilling, positive work environments, and fair compensation. Murthy has called for a cultural shift towards a more determined and hardworking mindset among the youth.

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal wants Indians to work hard, social media users react | Mint

Livemint

Livemint · 11m ago

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal wants Indians to work hard, social media users react | Mint

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has stated that Indians, especially in the tech industry, need to work harder. This comes in response to a comment made by Deutsche Bank CEO Christian Sewing, who urged Germans to work harder for economic improvement. Aggarwal's statement received mixed reactions on social media. He has previously supported Narayana Murthy's stance on the 70-hour workweek and disclosed that he personally works 20 hours daily. Aggarwal believes that pushing boundaries, innovating, and striving for excellence are crucial in the Indian tech industry.

Economic Survey 2025: Over 60-hour work week could have adverse health effects

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

Economic Survey 2025: Over 60-hour work week could have adverse health effects

The Economic Survey 2025 highlights concerns about work-life balance, emphasizing studies showing that working over 60 hours a week can harm health. This follows a controversial suggestion by L&T's chairman for a 90-hour workweek. Others, including Infosys’ Narayana Murthy, echoed long-hour sentiments, sparking debate among business leaders about healthy work-life dynamics. The Survey notes adverse mental well-being impacts for those working long desk hours, advocating for balanced, possibly hybrid, work models.

Trackers

Active Indian VC’s

OG Capital Email

With a hands-on approach, OG Capital aims to invest in over 20 promising...

Accel Partners Email

Early and growth-stage investments in disruptive technology companies with...

Early-stage venture capital firm investing in technology startups in India. Focus on...

Access All Trackers

Startup Showcase Winners

June 2025

Helping your parents when you are miles away

The Pit Stop Your Cravings Deserve

The next generation E-commerce platform

Enter Ongoing Startup Showcase

Top Users

Trending News on Medial

Just Months After Promotion, Open ...

Microsoft locks down a building a ...

Google Alerts 2.5B Gmail Users Af ...

Download the medial app to read full posts, comements and news.