People Matters

4 days ago | peoplematters.in | Samriddhi Srivastava

Corporate Wellness ProgramsDespite growing evidence that cycling reduces sick days and boosts productivity, Indian workplaces remain hesitant. This World Bicycle Day, we explore the cultural, infrastructural, and organisational roadblocks standing in the way. Every year, World Bicycle Day reminds us of the humble cycle's power: a clean, efficient, and healthy way to commute. Yet in India, cycling to work still raises eyebrows.

5 days ago | peoplematters.in | Samriddhi Srivastava

Compensation & BenefitsOther top-paid CEOs in 2024 included JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon at No. 23 with $37.7 million, and Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg at No. 63 with $27 million, largely for personal security.

5 days ago | peoplematters.in | Samriddhi Srivastava

LeadershipDreaming of launching a business with your best friend? Discover how powerful friendships have sparked innovation, fuelled success, and turned “someday” into extraordinary, game-changing realities. We have all heard it or said it ourselves during strategy sessions, leadership retreats, or over informal coffee chats: “Let’s start something together someday”. For executives and leaders, this isn’t just a casual remark — it’s a powerful aspiration.

5 days ago | peoplematters.in | Samriddhi Srivastava

RecruitmentTo expand access beyond metros, the government is setting up Data and AI Labs in Tier 2 and 3 towns. A model lab at NIELIT Delhi already provides students from smaller towns with practical AI experience. India is on the cusp of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution, with its AI workforce demand expected to exceed one million professionals by 2026, according to a recent report from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

5 days ago | peoplematters.in | Samriddhi Srivastava

Employee RelationsChronic illnesses may cost employers up to 30 workdays per employee annually, as productivity dips and disengagement rise. Nearly 1 in 5 workers are now eyeing resignation due to burnout. India's burgeoning digital economy may be riding high, but its workforce is quietly buckling under the weight of chronic disease, mental stress, and burnout — long before they hit 40.