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‘Freedom nahi tha’: Cab driver quits 40,000 IT job, doubles his earnings

The employee quit his IT job of 19 years to become a cab driver.
Updated on Jul 13, 2026 05:59 pm IST

Techie credits ChatGPT for helping her survive at work

A techie shared how ChatGPT helped her hold on to her job, calling herself a “full AI supporter”.
Published on Jun 20, 2026 02:51 pm IST

Greater Noida: GIMS workers go on strike for job regularisation

Many striking workers claimed they were assured job security and regularisation during the pandemic. (HT Photo)
Published on Jun 17, 2026 05:06 am IST

Woman clears 19 central government exams, sparks debate on real success

Raipur woman clears 19 central government exams.
Published on Jun 13, 2026 12:00 am IST

'No company is permanent': Man laid off after 11 years shares lesson

The post resonated with professionals who reflected on job security.
Updated on Jun 08, 2026 11:54 am IST

Despite 34 LPA salary, IT employee worries about future, seeks advice online

IT professional earning 34 LPA opens up about growing job insecurity.
Updated on Jun 04, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Laid-off IIT grad says MBBS is safer than engineering in AI era, sparks debate

The techie said that he had recently been laid off from an American Big Tech company.
Published on Jun 05, 2026 11:59 am IST

Founder defends 7-day salary delay, LinkedIn users disagree

A recent incident saw employees raise job security concerns.
Updated on Jun 01, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Halt removal of contractual govt employees in Odisha: BMS

Halt removal of contractual govt employees in Odisha: BMS
Published on May 28, 2026 05:10 am IST

Bengaluru techie builds ‘I GOT FIRED’ button: ‘One click makes company...’

Many users reacted to the post with a mix of humour, curiosity and criticism.
Updated on May 22, 2026 02:43 pm IST

‘Dead scared to take loan’: Hyderabad techie says IT jobs no longer feel secure

The tech industry has experienced several waves of layoffs
Updated on May 17, 2026 12:00 pm IST

Wage hike, week offs among key demands as late-night talks held after Noida stir

Heavy police deployment in Noida's Phase 2 industrial area after workers' protest over wage hike demands turned violent in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, on Monday, April 13, 2026.
Updated on Apr 14, 2026 11:59 am IST

Amid Hosiery Complex protest, Noida warns firms against layoffs, delays in wages

Workers continued the agitation on Saturday. (PTI)
Published on Apr 13, 2026 12:00 pm IST

Laid-off Google techie shares reality check: ‘Companies can let you go anytime’

Jason Zhang was laid off from Google last month.
Updated on Apr 08, 2026 12:01 am IST

Councillor seeks rollback of MC order denying compassionate jobs to kin of temporary staff

Councillor seeks rollback of MC order denying compassionate jobs to kin of temporary staff
Updated on Apr 04, 2026 07:54 pm IST

Protesting closure of compactor, sanitation workers dump garbage at Pratap Chowk in Ludhiana

The protesting workers alleged that the situation had arisen due to a strike by drivers of garbage-carrying vehicles and loaders for the past three days, due to which the gates of the Tajpur dump remained closed. (HT Photo)
Published on Apr 01, 2026 06:14 am IST

Employee shares how boss was laid off after 8 years at a company without warning

A man shared how his boss was laid off after 8 years without warning, sparking online debate on job security.
Updated on Mar 31, 2026 05:06 pm IST

Are Bengaluru’s first-time buyers pausing home purchases amid AI layoff fears?

Bengaluru real estate, driven by first-time tech buyers in the 70 lakh– 1.5 crore segment, is seeing caution as AI-led layoff fears raise concerns over demand. (Picture for representational purposes only)
Updated on Mar 25, 2026 11:59 am IST

Startup employee with 24 LPA package laid off despite strong performance

Story of a 24 LPA startup employee’s sudden layoff gained attention online.
Published on Mar 02, 2026 03:02 pm IST

AI layoff fears prompt Bengaluru techies to reconsider homebuying plans

Bengaluru real estate update: "I’ve identified a nice property in Bangalore. But all the doom and gloom of AI is making me scared to take a loan and finalise,” says a Reddit user. (Picture for representational purposes only)
Updated on Feb 23, 2026 08:31 am IST

Bengaluru woman earning 21 LPA plans to quit IT job for Bank PO exam

A Bengaluru woman planned to leave her high paying IT role for a government bank PO career.
Published on Feb 20, 2026 06:54 pm IST

Why protecting gig workers will strengthen India’s growth story

Gig worker REUTERS/Rupak De Chowduri/File Photo (REUTERS)
Published on Feb 08, 2026 04:40 pm IST

After facing repeated layoffs, techie seeks stability: ‘Don't need FAANG money'

The post comes amid reports that Amazon may lay off around 16,000 employees.
Published on Jan 28, 2026 09:00 am IST

Indian student shares harsh reality of studying and working in Ireland

Several social media users shared similar concerns.
Published on Jan 14, 2026 08:59 am IST

Bathinda man gets 7-yr RI for raping Zirakpur woman on pretext of helping her get a job

Based on the victim’s complaint, a case under Sections 376 (rape), 420 (cheating) and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) was registered against Kumar at the Sector 36 police station. (HT Photo for representation)
Published on Jan 08, 2026 09:28 am IST

Meghalaya cabinet okays revised pay structure for SSA, ad hoc teachers: Sangma

The cabinet today took a significant decision to approve the revised pay structure for SSA and Ad hoc teachers, Sangma said (X/SangmaConrad)
Published on Dec 19, 2025 09:02 pm IST

BCCL unions launch joint stir against new labour codes

BCCL unions launch joint stir against new labour codes
Published on Nov 28, 2025 03:08 am IST

Unions protest at rollout of India's new labour codes

Unions protest at rollout of India's new labour codes
Published on Nov 26, 2025 05:09 pm IST

Man earning 30 LPA seeks advice on quitting job for family business

A post about choosing between a stable job and an ageing father’s family business had sparked mixed reactions.
Published on Nov 13, 2025 06:01 pm IST

'Should I quit 85 LPA job in India?': Man debates 96 LPA US remote offer

The Redditor said the uncertainty attached to consultancy work has made them hesitant.
Published on Oct 26, 2025 09:02 pm IST