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BPO jobs have no future? Woman who started with Rs 25,000-a-month shares 7 lessons that helped her land a job at Amazon

Hyderabad woman Amazon job: A Hyderabad woman has shared how her first job at a BPO, where she earned Rs 25,000 a month, played a key role in helping her secure a position at Amazon. The role helped her develop strong communication, problem-solving and stress-management skills, while also giving her…

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Laid off by Oracle, engineer gets 3 job offers in 45 days: Techie shares job strategy that worked for him

A software engineer, laid off from Oracle, secured three job offers within 45 days by dedicating hours daily to DSA practice, learning AI engineering from scratch, and consistently applying to 10-15 jobs. This focused approach, combined with system design preparation and an active LinkedIn presence, led to a new role…

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Feeling empty: Employee reached the salary he once dreamed of, now he says life feels less exciting than when he earned Rs 25,000

A corporate employee earning Rs 2.5 lakh monthly revealed feeling less excited about life than when making Rs 25,000, sparking a viral discussion. The post highlights how chasing financial security can lead to neglecting present happiness, raising questions about the true meaning of success beyond income.

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'Thought Amazon on my resume was enough': Ex-employee says he's still looking for job 8 months after layoff despite calls from Google, Uber, Agoda & American Express

A former Amazon employee's struggle to find a new job nearly eight months after being laid off in 2025 has highlighted the challenges facing the technology job market. The professional, who shared his experience on Reddit, said he initially received interview calls from major companies such as Google and Uber.…

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Quits ₹1 lakh job without a backup plan: Delhi woman’s inspiring journey from Lawyer to earning ₹2 lakh, redefining success on her own terms

A Delhi woman quit her ₹1 lakh per month law job, feeling miserable despite parental pride. She pursued social media strategy and UGC creation with no initial plan. After a challenging transition and initial low earnings, her efforts paid off. Within 14 months, she now earns ₹2 lakh per month,…

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'Bengaluru landlord abused me': Tenant paying Rs 35,000 rent gets scolded by landlord for using AC in this summer heat

A Bengaluru tenant’s Reddit post has gone viral after he claimed his landlord insulted him for using the air conditioner too much in a tiny Rs 35,000-per-month studio flat in Koramangala with poor ventilation. The tenant said electricity and water bills were included in the rent, but the landlord later…

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Rs 6.5 Crore for a 3BHK? Bengaluru flat price goes viral, netizens share mixed reactions

A luxurious three-bedroom apartment in Bengaluru has gone viral on social media. The property, priced at 6.5 crore rupees, is located in the premium Millers Road area. While some admire its opulent interiors, others question its steep cost. The apartment spans 2,850 square feet and includes servant quarters and parking.

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“Kisi ko bhi call karlo…”: Woman shares terrifying Bengaluru cab experience after driver refuses to stop vehicle

A woman traveling to Bengaluru airport in an AC cab booked via Rapido faced a distressing situation when the driver allegedly refused to turn on the air conditioning. The dispute escalated when the driver reportedly refused to stop the vehicle despite repeated requests, leaving the passenger feeling unsafe.

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‘Rs 25,000 is enough in Mumbai’: Woman shares how she survives in India’s most expensive city. Watch video

A Mumbai-based content creator's budget breakdown video, detailing how she lives on ₹25,000 monthly, has gone viral. Ayushi shared her spending on rent, electricity, commuting, and food, emphasizing home-cooked meals. The video resonated with viewers, offering a realistic perspective on managing expenses in the city.

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Man took Rs 45 lakh home loan in 2018 & cleared it 8 years early. But friends say he made 'financial mistake'. Here’s why the internet is divided

A Reddit user sparked debate online after revealing they paid off a Rs 45 lakh home loan eight years early by putting every spare rupee towards prepayment instead of investments. While some friends criticised the decision, arguing the money could have generated better returns through mutual funds, the homeowner said…

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“If you do not like it, leave tomorrow”: Indian employee’s viral resignation over disrespect goes viral

An employee from Mumbai resigned after being publicly berated for requesting overtime compensation. She shared her experience on Instagram, highlighting the disrespectful response she received. Social media users are widely supporting her decision to leave a toxic work environment.

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Amazon employee reveals how her mother 'manifested' that they would one day work in the same company; Internet is touched

An Amazon LinkedIn post has gone viral after employee Harshini Dhanaseelan revealed that a dream her mother casually spoke about when she was 16 eventually became reality a decade later. Harshini, now an Operations Manager at Amazon India, shared that her mother, Sheela Dhanaseelan, once said it would be amazing…

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'Typical Indian HR': 4+ years of experience required for AI Engineer job skill launched only 3 years ago, Reddit post goes viral

A recent job posting for an AI Engineer at Hyqoo listed 4+ years of experience with LangChain, a framework launched in late 2022. This unrealistic requirement has sparked online debate, highlighting the challenges of hiring in the rapidly evolving AI field where many tools haven't existed long enough for such…

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