Acer India announces one day menstrual leave per month
In a statement, the company said its latest move would enable female staff to prioritise their menstrual health without impacting their regular leave entitlements.

In a statement, the company said its latest move would enable female staff to prioritise their menstrual health without impacting their regular leave entitlements.
In a first for a major corporate house, engineering, procurement and construction major Larsen and Toubro on Thursday announced a one-day paid menstrual leave for women employees. The move will benefit about 5,000 women employees at the city-headquartered company.
The Economic Survey highlights the detrimental effects of long work hours on mental health, citing studies that state over 55-60 hours a week negatively impact well-being. This issue gained attention after L&T chairman SN Subrahmanyan's statement about a 90-hour workweek. The Factories Act limits work to 48 hours per week, emphasizing balanced workplace cultures for productivity.
The new facility will offer Zomato employees and their families access to cutting therapies like cryotherapy, red light therapy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Zomato also has a chief fitness officer, Anmol Gupta, who collaborates with employees on wellness and healthy living, supported by an in-house team of trainers, nutritionists, and wellbeing counsellors.
The article highlights the evolving role of HR in the manufacturing industry, emphasizing its critical responsibility in fostering employee wellbeing, safety and engagement. It addresses challenges like high turnover, skilled talent shortages and workplace risks, urging HR to adopt innovative strategies, including upskilling and industry-academia partnerships. Post-pandemic, HR’s focus on mental health, work-life balance, and open communication is essential to building purpose-driven, inclusive workplaces as this approach ensures a motivated workforce and long-term organizational success.
As mental health becomes increasingly crucial to organizational success, companies that prioritize comprehensive wellbeing will benefit from more engaged, satisfied employees, leading to improved productivity and retention. Ultimately, a focus on mental health doesn't just enhance the workplace but builds a stronger, more resilient organization poised for long-term success.
Delivering the address at the launch of Ewolv, a platform supporting the holistic well-being of working women across various life stages, he highlighted the importance of mental health.
The article explores the human experience through the metaphor of a pendulum, swinging between highs and lows. Using the analogy of physics, it delves into the psychological and emotional forces driving our search for significance and meaning. It discusses coping mechanisms, the impact of social media, and the importance of self-understanding in navigating life’s challenges. Drawing from philosophical, psychological, and personal perspectives, it offers a nuanced understanding of the human condition and encourages readers to embrace the complexities of their own journeys.
Food delivery cos in India, including Swiggy, Zomato, and Delhivery, are implementing initiatives to enhance the well-being of their delivery partners. These initiatives encompass skill development programs, financial literacy training, and opportunities for career advancement, reflecting a growing recognition of the crucial role delivery partners play in the industry.
A new survey reveals a significant shift in how companies approach employee healthcare. More organizations are offering OPD insurance programs, with a focus on structured benefits and technology-driven solutions. The data highlights trends in doctor consultations, diagnostic tests, and preferred healthcare delivery models, emphasizing the growing importance of data-driven healthcare decisions.
It is not that organisations are not trying to cater to their employees’ needs, but it’s evident only at the tip of the iceberg. Recent cases from the corporate world have taught us the lessons regarding ‘walk the talk’.