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Workload pressures intensify as employee experience shows signs of strain

Workload stress is emerging as a growing fault line in employee experience, with a significant share of workers struggling to keep up with what their roles demand. A new global report highlights that only about two-thirds of employees feel their workload is manageable, pointing to rising pressure across organisations despite continued investments in technology and [...] The post Workload pressures intensify as employee experience shows signs of strain appeared first on HR Katha .

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How working in the UK changed one Indian tech professional’s view of work

An Indian technology professional based in the UK has highlighted stark differences between workplace cultures in India and Britain, offering a window into how geography can reshape ideas of productivity, leadership and balance. Her experience abroad, she says, has fundamentally altered what sustainable work looks like in the global IT services sector. After spending several [...] The post How working in the UK changed one Indian tech professional’s view of work appeared first on HR Katha .

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Budget 2026: How India introduced, scrapped and raised capital gains taxes for stock market investors

As Budget 2026 approaches, the stock market is demanding tax relief amid persistent foreign investor selling and weak returns. India's equity taxation has evolved significantly, with long-term capital gains tax reintroduced in 2018 and short-term gains recently increased. Market participants hope for policy adjustments to revive inflows and confidence.

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Sandip Sabharwal sees stable earnings season as IT and banks hold firm

Indian equity markets are experiencing cautious stability during the earnings season, with IT and financials under scrutiny. While overall earnings are steady, extraordinary write-offs are distorting results. The wires and cables segment stands out with robust growth, unlike other construction-related sectors, as demand remains strong despite rising copper prices.