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Narayana Murthy sets example for youngsters; comes from hospital bed to cast vote

NR Narayana Murthy and Sudha Murty set an inspiring example by voting early in the Karnataka Lok Sabha elections despite challenges. Narayana Murthy, 77, obtained hospital permission to vote, emphasizing the importance of democracy. Their actions, along with other public figures, encouraged citizen participation, reflecting a significant voter turnout and highlighting the value of democratic rights.

Abhradeep Saha aka ‘Angry Rantman’s last Instagram post slammed Narayan Murthy for a 70-hr-week work schedule

Sharing his thoughts on Instagram on October 30, 2023, Saha strongly criticized the billionaire for his ludicrous stance. He emphasized that if the billionaire anticipated employees to clock in 70-hour workweeks, then he ought to increase salaries or brace for widespread resignations. Saha also condemned the tycoon for "disregarding" employees and neglecting the importance of work-life balance.

Amid appraisal season, Bengaluru company gives a spin to Narayana Murthy's 70-hour work week suggestion

Last year, Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy proposed India's youth work 70 hours a week for productivity, sparking debate. Bengaluru startup Wakefit countered, advocating for 70 hours of sleep per week. Co-founder Chaitanya Ramalingegowda emphasized rest's importance for optimal performance, amid the appraisal season.

Experienced hunger for 120 hours while hitchhiking in Europe 50 years ago: Infosys founder Narayana Murthy

N R Narayana Murthy shared his 120-hour hunger experience while hitchhiking in Europe at a UN event focusing on food security, India's achievements, and Akshaya Patra's innovative strategies for aligning with Sustainable Development Goals.

Narayana Murthy's '70-hour work week' backlash meets surprising support from 'Western friends and NRIs'

In a recent interview, Infosys founder Narayana Murthy reaffirmed advocating for a 70-hour work week, defending his stance amidst criticism. Emphasizing the necessity of hard work in India, Murthy cited support from various quarters and highlighted the responsibility of educated individuals. Sudha Murty echoed this sentiment, sharing familial experiences. Murthy detailed his rigorous work routine and reiterated his commitment to 70-hour work weeks. His earlier call for intense work hours had drawn both support and criticism for its impact on work-life balance.

Harsh Goenka proposes tete-a-tete between Narayana Murthy & B'wood bestie Orry over 70-hr-week work schedule

Murthy triggered a huge controversy this October, when he suggested that the Indian youth should be ready to work more than 70 hours a week.

Worked 70+ hours a week for over 40 years, it wasn't a waste, says Infosys' Narayana Murthy

"I used to be in the office at 6:20 am and leave office at 8:30 pm and worked six days a week," he told ET in an interview. "I know every nation that became prosperous did so through hard work," the Infosys co-founder explains.

70 hours of work a week: Author Robin Sharma disagrees with Narayana Murthy, says it's not about how long you work

Earlier, CP Gurnani, CEO and MD of Tech Mahindra, expressed his support for Murthy's idea, stating that work should extend beyond the confines of the workplace and encompass personal growth and national development.

IT staff forced to work 50 hours/week to meet deadlines: data

IT employees in the country work on an average work for around 45-50 hours per week, translating around 10 hours a day in the 5-day week while the standard is 40 hours a week as a large part of them is often compelled to work longer hours to meet project deadlines, as per data from staffing firms.

70 hours or 100 hours or 4 hours: How many hours should you work in week?

70 hours a week became a hot topic when N.R. Narayana Murthy, the well-respected Founder of Infosys, suggested it as a work ethic. That’s 10-14 hours a day, 5-7 days a week. Sounds tough? Yet, we are surrounded by people who routinely put in these hours. So how many hours should you really work? Unlike Adams’s response, there are multiple answers who have actually put in such work. Which one is yours?

70 hours or 100 hours or 4 hours: How many hours should you work in week?

70 hours a week became a hot topic when N.R. Narayana Murthy, the well-respected Founder of Infosys, suggested it as a work ethic. That’s 10-14 hours a day, 5-7 days a week. Sounds tough? Yet, we are surrounded by people who routinely put in these hours. So how many hours should you really work? Unlike Adams’s response, there are multiple answers who have actually put in such work. Which one is yours?

70-hour workweek debate: Factors you should consider before making a choice

Narayana Murthy, co-founder and former CEO of Infosys, in a podcast had said that productivity has to rise for the country to grow. “So, therefore, my request is that our youngsters must say, ‘This is my country. I’d like to work 70 hours a week’,” he had said.

Cos can't run sweat shops, force employees to work extra: Karnataka IT Minister on 70-hours suggestion

Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge has expressed his stance on Narayana Murthy's recent statement regarding working hours. Kharge believes that companies should not be allowed to force individuals to work extra hours and emphasized that 'sweatshops' should not be tolerated. Instead of focusing on the number of hours worked, Kharge suggests assessing an individual's productivity.

70-hour work week: Shark Tank's Namita Thapar says when 'will we ever find time for family'

The debate was ignited by N. R. Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys, who suggested that young people should work 70 hours a week to boost India's productivity. In a podcast conversation with former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai, Murthy argued that India's work productivity is among the lowest in the world.

Billionaire Harsh Goenka disagrees with Narayana Murthy's suggestion of 70-hour work-week, says '5-day office week is dead'

Harsh Goenka, the chairman of RPG group, disagreed with Infosys cofounder Narayana Murthy's suggestion of 70-hour work-week. Mr Goenka, whose networth is pegged more than $2 billion, said in a post on X that it "about your ambition and purpose" not how many hours you work. Mr Goenka also weighed in on work from home vs work from office

70-hour workweek par for course for Indian startup founders

ET spoke to over half-a-dozen founders of early-stage startups to unicorns, who said that if one is looking to build something big and impactful, they need to stretch that extra mile.

Invest in human capital, not longer work hours

​India has a problem with unemployment and underemployment that pulls down its labour productivity. Disguised unemployment in agriculture contributes to negligible labour productivity. Low female participation in the wage-earning labour force is another contributory factor. Both need solutions that go beyond the willingness to work.

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Debate over 70-hour workweek in India heats up

A discussion has emerged in India regarding whether longer work hours genuinely lead to increased productivity. Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy's suggestion of a 70-hour workweek has sparked a heated debate, with various perspectives on its impact on work-life balance and productivity. Experts emphasize the need for balance, skills development, and technology adoption in achieving high productivity.

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

Murthy had recently suggested that young individuals should be willing to dedicate 70 hours a week to work for the betterment of the nation.

Work 70 hours a week? Meh...

Infosys co-founder N R Narayana Murthy recently said that youngsters should be working for 70 hours to enhance India's competitiveness. If one wants to work for 70 hours in one week, the person will have to work for 11.4 hours a day for six days a week or 14 hours a day if you're talking five days a week.

Should the Indian youth spend more time working? Internet divided over Narayana Murthy's 70-hr work week suggestion

In a recent interview with former Infosys CEO Mohandas Pai, Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys, has urged India's youth to commit to working 70 hours a week as a means to enhance the country's global competitiveness, but not everyone agrees with the stance. ​​​​​​Narayana Murthy's remarks have ignited a lively debate on social media, with varying opinions.

Grandparents fought for independence, parents for roti-kapda, we have to build India: Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal

The context behind Aggarwal's tweet appears to be closely related to Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy's '70 hours a week' remarks.