Author: Sakina Kheriwala

American entrepreneur Bryan Johnson leaves Nikhil Kamath’s podcast midway. Here’s why

By his third day in India, Bryan Johnson reported experiencing tangible effects of the pollution. “The air pollution had made my skin break out in rash and my eyes and throat burn,” he revealed. (L-R: Bryan Johnson, Nikhil Kamath)

Bryan Johnson participated in Nikhil Kamath’s podcast on longevity and health, only to ironically exit midway because of India’s poor air quality.

Microsoft implements instant layoffs with no severance for departing staff

Satya Nadella mused that if he were to depart from Microsoft, he would harness "tokens per watt per dollar"—a cutting-edge metric revolutionizing AI efficiency—to drive innovations in under-resourced fields such as healthcare, education, and public sector institutions.

Tech giant’s new performance management policy results in swift terminations without severance, as it tightens standards amid a competitive tech landscape.

Understanding ‘micro-retirement’, the new workplace trend reshaping career breaks

Similar to a sabbatical, a micro-retirement (or mini-retirement) is an intentional break from one’s career for a few months to even a few years.

A new workplace trend—micro-retirement—is making waves in 2025. This practice sees young professionals, particularly Gen Z, taking extended breaks from their 9-to-5 jobs to recharge and pursue personal passions. But is there more to this trend than just time off? Let’s find out.

‘In the mid-90s, I played for two years without a bat contract’: Sachin Tendulkar reflects on his early playing days

With a standing ovation accompanying the award presentation by ICC Chairman Jay Shah, Sachin Tendulkar revisited the values passed on by his father, which have shaped both his life and career. (Image: Moneycontrol)

Sachin Tendulkar also recalls how his stance to never endorse tobacco or alcohol left him without a bat sponsor for two years of his playing career.

Budget 2025 Memes: Internet and brands react to FM’s big budget announcements with hilarious memes

Speaking to the media on Saturday, Sitharaman confirmed that she plans to present the Bill in Parliament soon. Once introduced, it will be sent to a parliamentary panel for further review and discussions.

As this year’s budget was unveiled, netizens erupted into a meme fest, celebrating the announcement with a burst of online humour.

Consumption is word of the day: Anupam Mittal, Radhika Gupta react to Budget 2025

This move means that resident Indian taxpayers, particularly salaried professionals earning up to Rs 12.75 lakh, will enjoy a significant exemption from income tax, thereby increasing disposable income for a vast section of the middle class.

New income tax reforms exempting earnings up to ₹12.75 lakh spark praise from industry leaders, promising a boost in consumption and economic growth.

Nikhil Kamath bets on Makhana, now FM gives the superfood a boost; reactions galore

Recently, Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath took to social media to praise makhana, emphasizing its potential to become the nation’s next superfood.

Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath champions makhana for their exceptional nutritional benefits, touting them as India’s upcoming superfood. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in the Union Budget 2025, announced the establishment of a dedicated Makhana Board in Bihar on Saturday.