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"Indians Are Out Of Shape And Lazy", US Tourist Claims, Internet Reacts
- Tuesday February 3, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A US tourist's video from Jaipur's Amber Fort, in which he called Indians "lazy" and "out of shape", has gone viral, sparking criticism and debate on social media over his remarks and generalisations.
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Young Professional 'Caught' Scrolling On Reddit During Overtime, Manager Threatens Pay Cuts
- Friday January 30, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A Reddit post by a 21-year-old corporate employee has triggered discussion online about workplace expectations.
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www.ndtv.com
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After Karnataka MLAs Slam Toll Plaza Staff, Activists Say "VIP Culture"
- Saturday January 24, 2026
- Karnataka News | Reported by Deepak Bopanna
A debate over "VIP culture" has flared up once again in Karnataka after Congress MLA SN Subbareddy moved a motion seeking action against staff at state toll plazas for allegedly misbehaving with the public and with MLAs, MLCs and former legislators.
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www.ndtv.com
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Gen Z Productivity Under Scanner As Entrepreneur Shares Interview Incident
- Saturday January 24, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The post started debate over professionalism, responsibility, and evolving workplace norms at a time when economic uncertainty is already putting pressure on businesses.
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www.ndtv.com
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Burnt Out At 25? Malaysia's 'Youth Retirement Home' Is Fully Booked
- Thursday January 15, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A newly opened "youth retirement home" in Perak offering RM2,000 monthly stays has gone fully booked, reflecting rising burnout among Malaysia's young adults and sparking debate over work culture and mental health.
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www.ndtv.com
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Viral Reddit Posts On Rs 5 Tip For Zomato Agent Sparks Discussion About Tipping Culture
- Thursday January 15, 2026
- Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
It all began when a woman took to Reddit to explain a "weird request" she allegedly received from a Zomato delivery agent around midnight. She felt it was a scam, but people disagreed.
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food.ndtv.com
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Man Says Management Apologised For Sending Work Email At 6 AM, Sparks Debate
- Tuesday January 6, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Srishti Singh Sisodia
The incident sparked a debate on social media, with many comparing the Dutch work culture to the "hustle culture" in the US.
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www.ndtv.com
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"Everyone Is Busy": Indian Man In Singapore Sparks Debate On The Hidden Cost Of Success Abroad
- Saturday December 27, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Astitva Raj
Comparing his current life to his time in India, Aman spoke about the reduced sense of freedom in his daily life.
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www.ndtv.com
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Manager Pressures Employee For Medical Documents Despite Approved Leave: 'I'm Confused'
- Wednesday December 24, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Abhinav Singh
An employee revealed how their team lead repeatedly pressured them for medical documents during an approved medical leave, sparking social media debate on workplace conduct.
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www.ndtv.com
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Video: Delhi Woman Living In Bengaluru Explains Why Learning Kannada Is Important, Internet Reacts
- Sunday December 7, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Srishti Singh Sisodia
While sharing the video, the woman in the caption wrote that she wants to "settle" the video.
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www.ndtv.com
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Opinion | India's 12-Hour Workday Is The Wrong Kind Of Capitalism
- Friday December 5, 2025
- Opinion | Andy Mukherjee | Bloomberg
While the rest of the world frets over artificial intelligence and how it could hollow out demand for human effort, a zeitgeist-defying idea is taking hold in India.
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www.ndtv.com
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"Asking For Leave Felt Like Asking For A Kidney": Techie Compares India, Germany's Work Cultures
- Thursday December 4, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A viral Instagram post by an Indian software engineer who relocated to Germany is sparking a debate on global work culture.
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www.ndtv.com
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Debate On 150 Years Of 'Vande Mataram' Likely In Parliament This Week
- Monday December 1, 2025
- India News | Asian News International
Lok Sabha is likely to hold a special discussion later this week to mark 150 years of Vande Mataram, with the occasion providing members an opportunity to discuss aspects of India's cultural heritage
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www.ndtv.com
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'Americans And Their Tipping!' Internet Slams Waitress For Complaining About $200 Tip
- Friday November 28, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Abhinav Singh
The debate around tipping culture in America has reignited after a waitress complained about receiving a $200 tip on a $3,000 bill.
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www.ndtv.com
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"Indians Are Out Of Shape And Lazy", US Tourist Claims, Internet Reacts
- Tuesday February 3, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A US tourist's video from Jaipur's Amber Fort, in which he called Indians "lazy" and "out of shape", has gone viral, sparking criticism and debate on social media over his remarks and generalisations.
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www.ndtv.com
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Young Professional 'Caught' Scrolling On Reddit During Overtime, Manager Threatens Pay Cuts
- Friday January 30, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A Reddit post by a 21-year-old corporate employee has triggered discussion online about workplace expectations.
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www.ndtv.com
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After Karnataka MLAs Slam Toll Plaza Staff, Activists Say "VIP Culture"
- Saturday January 24, 2026
- Karnataka News | Reported by Deepak Bopanna
A debate over "VIP culture" has flared up once again in Karnataka after Congress MLA SN Subbareddy moved a motion seeking action against staff at state toll plazas for allegedly misbehaving with the public and with MLAs, MLCs and former legislators.
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www.ndtv.com
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Gen Z Productivity Under Scanner As Entrepreneur Shares Interview Incident
- Saturday January 24, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The post started debate over professionalism, responsibility, and evolving workplace norms at a time when economic uncertainty is already putting pressure on businesses.
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www.ndtv.com
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Burnt Out At 25? Malaysia's 'Youth Retirement Home' Is Fully Booked
- Thursday January 15, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A newly opened "youth retirement home" in Perak offering RM2,000 monthly stays has gone fully booked, reflecting rising burnout among Malaysia's young adults and sparking debate over work culture and mental health.
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www.ndtv.com
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Viral Reddit Posts On Rs 5 Tip For Zomato Agent Sparks Discussion About Tipping Culture
- Thursday January 15, 2026
- Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
It all began when a woman took to Reddit to explain a "weird request" she allegedly received from a Zomato delivery agent around midnight. She felt it was a scam, but people disagreed.
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food.ndtv.com
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Man Says Management Apologised For Sending Work Email At 6 AM, Sparks Debate
- Tuesday January 6, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Srishti Singh Sisodia
The incident sparked a debate on social media, with many comparing the Dutch work culture to the "hustle culture" in the US.
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www.ndtv.com
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"Everyone Is Busy": Indian Man In Singapore Sparks Debate On The Hidden Cost Of Success Abroad
- Saturday December 27, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Astitva Raj
Comparing his current life to his time in India, Aman spoke about the reduced sense of freedom in his daily life.
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www.ndtv.com
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Manager Pressures Employee For Medical Documents Despite Approved Leave: 'I'm Confused'
- Wednesday December 24, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Abhinav Singh
An employee revealed how their team lead repeatedly pressured them for medical documents during an approved medical leave, sparking social media debate on workplace conduct.
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www.ndtv.com
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Video: Delhi Woman Living In Bengaluru Explains Why Learning Kannada Is Important, Internet Reacts
- Sunday December 7, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Srishti Singh Sisodia
While sharing the video, the woman in the caption wrote that she wants to "settle" the video.
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www.ndtv.com
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Opinion | India's 12-Hour Workday Is The Wrong Kind Of Capitalism
- Friday December 5, 2025
- Opinion | Andy Mukherjee | Bloomberg
While the rest of the world frets over artificial intelligence and how it could hollow out demand for human effort, a zeitgeist-defying idea is taking hold in India.
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www.ndtv.com
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"Asking For Leave Felt Like Asking For A Kidney": Techie Compares India, Germany's Work Cultures
- Thursday December 4, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A viral Instagram post by an Indian software engineer who relocated to Germany is sparking a debate on global work culture.
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www.ndtv.com
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Debate On 150 Years Of 'Vande Mataram' Likely In Parliament This Week
- Monday December 1, 2025
- India News | Asian News International
Lok Sabha is likely to hold a special discussion later this week to mark 150 years of Vande Mataram, with the occasion providing members an opportunity to discuss aspects of India's cultural heritage
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www.ndtv.com
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'Americans And Their Tipping!' Internet Slams Waitress For Complaining About $200 Tip
- Friday November 28, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Abhinav Singh
The debate around tipping culture in America has reignited after a waitress complained about receiving a $200 tip on a $3,000 bill.
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www.ndtv.com