FLEXIBLE WORK PRACTICES

This year, 797 women candidates contested the general elections, constituting 9.6% of the total 8,337 candidates. Only 74 of them won a seat in the 18th Lok Sabha - four fewer than the number of women in the 17th Lok Sabha. This comes less than a ye...

The changing work culture is causing a gap between employer and employee expectations in hiring and retention. Companies struggle with mismatched salary expectations, required skills, and cultural fit issues. Nonprofits and FMCG companies face the m...

Sustainability and ESG practices are crucial in corporate boardrooms, with a warning against greenwashing. Rajeev Peshawaria defines ESG greenwashing as deceptive efforts to appear responsible without substantial changes. Companies must avoid token ...

Aditya Narayan Mishra, Managing Director and CEO of CIEL HR Services, emphasizes the importance of breaks and holidays for workplace respect and gratitude. Somdutta Singh, Founder and CEO of Assiduus Global Inc, highlights the role of breaks in prev...

The number of female professionals opting for freelance roles surged, with a 300% increase in female consultants in India in FY24 over FY22, as per data from Flexing It shared exclusively with ET. In FY24, global organizations increasingly looked to...

Germany's new Opportunity Card, also known as 'Chancenkarte,' offers a one-year residence permit for non-EU candidates to search for employment without a permanent contract, attracting skilled workers with simplified entry and job search processes.

“Being mentally fit is crucial. I make a conscious attempt to take care of my mental well-being. I practise meditation and yoga three to four times a week to find inner peace and clarity. Going for regular walks helps me refresh both my body and min...

Abhijit Bhave, MD & CEO of Equirus Wealth, exemplifies the fusion of leadership and holistic health practices, emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive approach in achieving professional success and personal well-being.

In India, women face significant barriers in the workplace, from the burden of unpaid care work to the gender pay gap. Despite anti-harassment policies like the POSH Act, compliance remains a challenge, contributing to the "leaky pipeline" where wom...

“Engaging in activities like trekking enhances concentration and resourcefulness while optimising the use of aids. Motorbike rides, taken bi-monthly with friends covering 200-300 km, serve as stress busters. The fresh air and alertness during rides ...

Several companies in India are implementing flexible work practices for white-collar workers, particularly those in sales and field-related roles, to protect them from the extreme summer heat and maintain efficiency. With the Indian Meteorological D...

Deloitte's survey illustrates the positive impact of gender equality on women's workplace experiences, emphasizing the need for inclusive practices, flexible options, and safety measures to support women professionals in India.

In India, even though PJs have not reached office cubicles, the norms have been relaxed. Says designer Raghavendra Rathore: “There’s a cultural shift towards prioritising work-life balance and overall wellbeing, where comfortable attire aligns with ...

"It is clear that increasing medical school admissions will not only ruin medical school education but cause our country's healthcare system to collapse," Kim Chang-soo, the president of the Medical Professors Association of Korea, told reporters.

The male-to-female ratio in leadership roles at Indian companies remains unchanged, indicating a lack of gender equality. Sectors like technology, information & media, real estate, transportation and logistics have seen a downward trend in women in ...

Due to flexibility introduced in the National Higher Education Qualification Framework (NHEQF), an offshoot of the National Credit Framework announced by UGC, learners can now choose courses and acquire credits in different skill domains to enhance ...

Bengaluru technology parks sustain operations during water shortage with green initiatives, including rainwater harvesting and reduced electricity consumption. They implement green-building rating systems, reduce carbon footprint, and promote enviro...

Currently, there are 7 million gig workers in India, and this number is expected to rise to 25 million by 2030. To accelerate the growth of the gig workforce, the government needs to invest in technology, provide worker support and benefits, ensure ...