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No IIT, no IIM, but still Rs 75 LPA income: Man shares the career strategy and lessons that helped him get high-paying job
A Reddit post about a tech professional’s career journey is gaining attention online. The man, who holds a B.Sc. degree from a Tier-3 college and not a B.Tech, shared how he grew his salary from Rs 1.84 LPA to Rs 75 LPA in nine years. He credited job switching, negotiating offers, and learning new skills on the job as key factors. Even a layoff at Rs 42 LPA turned into an opportunity, helping him secure a higher-paying role, as he encouraged others not to feel limited by their degree or background.
Not happy with increment? Career coach shares how to ask for a bigger salary hike, confidently
Career coach Simon Ingari offers a strategic approach to salary discussions, emphasizing preparation and communication over discomfort. He advises focusing on measurable contributions and growth, rather than tenure or personal finances, to build a strong case for a raise. Ingari stresses confident, collaborative dialogue and strategic timing for effective negotiation.
Himachal govt defers 30% salary of top officials for six months
Himachal Pradesh government has deferred a portion of salaries for officers and employees for six months, starting May 2026, to manage financial resources efficiently. The deferment percentages vary by rank, with higher officials seeing a 30% reduction and others 20%. This temporary measure aims for efficient financial management and will be released later based on the state's financial health.
DA hike announcement: How salaries of Level 1-18 employees will rise after 2% dearness allowance hike
DA hike for central government employees: A 2% hike in DA will take it from its current rate of 58% to 60%. With this hike, dearness relief (DR) for pensioners has also been increased to 60%. The announcement is for January 2026 and central government employees and pensioners will get arrears from the back date.
Cabinet clears 2% DA hike as pay demands build ahead of 8th Pay Commission
Central government employees will see a 2% Dearness Allowance increase. This modest salary boost comes as employee unions push for significant pay restructuring. The National Council–Joint Consultative Machinery has proposed a higher fitment factor. This could substantially increase the minimum basic pay, impacting the overall salary structure.
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Noida workers' unrest: Action against 203 contractors labour law violations
Noida authorities are taking strong action against contractors. Licenses of 203 contractors are being cancelled. Firms are being blacklisted for violating labor laws. Over Rs 1.16 crore in dues will be paid to workers. This follows recent labor unrest and a 21 percent wage hike implemented from April 1. Strict action will follow for any further violations.
Noida protests flare up again over salary hike demands
Workers protested for salary hikes near Sector 8 Jama Masjid, while police investigated social media accounts from Pakistan allegedly fueling earlier labor unrest. Authorities are probing the role of a group called Mazdoor Bigul Dasta in mobilizing workers and inciting unrest through WhatsApp groups.
8th Pay Commission salary hike: Why NC-JCM wants minimum basic pay to rise from Rs 18,000 to Rs 69,000
8th Pay Commission pay hike: Employee unions calculate the minimum pay for an employee based on the rates of a food basket for a month. The food basket includes protein sources, dairy consumption, fruits, vegetables, spices and the things of daily use. The drafting committee of NC-JCM has also recommended for five family units instead of three.
DA hike delay: NC-JCM seeks cabinet secretary's intervention for dearness allowance announcement
While the NC-JCM reached out to the cabinet secretary, one of its affiliated bodies, the Confederation of Central Govt. Employees & Workers, organised a nationwide lunch-hour protest on Thursday (April 16, 2026) to voice their frustration over the delay in announcing the DA hike. The confederation also wrote a similar letter to the cabinet secretary on April 14, 2026.
8th Pay Commission update: NC-JCM seeks Rs 69,000 minimum basic pay, 3.83 fitment factor for employees, pensioners
8th pay commission NC-JCM memorandum: A minimum pay of Rs 69,000, fitment factor of 3.83, annual increment of 6%, merging 18 employee levels in the 7th Pay Commission into seven, minimum five promotions during service and restoring the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) are some of the 8th Pay Commission-related demands of the draft committee of National Council (Joint Consultative Machinery).
CBSE 10th Result 2026: High scorers surge, over 2.2 lakh students score over 90%, 55,000+ cross 95%
CBSE Class 10 2026 results: The CBSE Class 10 results for 2026 saw a slight increase in the overall pass percentage to 93.7%, with girls continuing to outperform boys. The results have reflected a strong performance as more than 2 lakh students have scored more than 90 percent and 55,368 students secured over 95%.
No compromise on workers’ dignity, rights: Yogi Adityanath warns of strict action
Yogi Adityanath said there will be no compromise on workers’ rights, dignity and social security, warning of strict legal action against violations amid recent unrest in Uttar Pradesh’s industrial hubs. Chairing a review, the chief minister ordered a probe into labour practices, directed timely wage payments and statutory benefits, and called for grievance redressal systems and improved worker facilities, including housing.
Cannot absorb hike in wages: Noida exporters
Noida apparel exporters warn wage hikes and labour unrest may disrupt shipments, as rising costs and pressure from global buyers threaten orders, risking a shift to competing markets like Bangladesh and Vietnam.
Employee didn’t receive raise in three years but had to attend a financial wellness workshop: ‘Company that made us 0% raise is now paying….’
An exasperated employee highlighted their company's contradiction: offering personal finance workshops while denying meaningful salary increases for three years. Despite rising living costs and unresponsive HR, the company hired an external consultant to advise on budgeting and frugality. This initiative, perceived as insensitive, was met with disbelief by employees who felt fair pay would be a more effective solution.
Salary hike of 66%, but savings down? CA warns of silent middle-class crisis in 2026
Urban professionals face a silent crisis as rising salaries fail to keep pace with escalating costs of living. Inflation in essentials like rent and education outstrips income growth, eroding real wealth. Low returns on traditional savings further diminish purchasing power, pushing many towards debt and jeopardizing long-term financial goals. Intentional inflation-beating strategies are crucial.
DA hike delay: Central government employee body to hold protest over dearness allowance delay
In a letter to the Cabinet Secretary of India, the Confederation of Central Govt. Employees & Workers (CCGEW) writes that its affiliated organisations will hold a lunch hour protest at all work places on April 16, 2026. The government last announced the DA hike in October 2025, which was for July 2025. While central government employees and pensioners have got their arrears for that hike, their wait for the January 2026 DA hike is still not over.
University workers protest in Greater Noida; situation calm amid heightened vigil after earlier unrest
Workers at Shiv Nadar University in Greater Noida protested for salary increases and more overtime pay. Police reported the situation remained peaceful and was resolved after discussions. Security was heightened across Gautam Buddha Nagar following recent protests.
India Inc bets on mid-level talent; expects moderate salary hikes: Report
Companies in India anticipate a future hiring focus on mid-level professionals. Salary increases are projected to be moderate, between 5 to 10 percent, for the 2026-27 period. Attrition remains a significant concern, particularly for mid-senior level employees.
Boosting Rs 1.8 cr retirement corpus to Rs 9.1 cr: How your 8% salary hike can easily increase your SIP by 20%
Boosting SIP investments beyond salary hikes can significantly amplify wealth creation. Increasing SIPs by 20% annually, compared to a flat investment or an 8% increase, can generate substantially larger corpuses over two decades. This strategy combats lifestyle inflation and enhances financial security.
Uttar Pradesh government hikes interim minimum wages by up to 21% from April 1, 2026 after Noida worker protests; check list for all districts
The Uttar Pradesh government has announced an interim pay hike for unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled workers, effective April 1, 2026. Workers in Noida and Ghaziabad will receive the highest increase of 21%, while other districts see hikes of nearly 15% and 9.21% respectively. The government also debunked rumors of a Rs 20,000 statewide minimum wage.
Rs 9 salary hike leaves employee frustrated after 2 years of hard work. 'I have been working like a slave'
A Delhi NCR-based employee has shared his frustration on Reddit after receiving just a Rs 9 salary hike over two years, with no increment in the second year. The software engineer, who started as an intern in 2024, said he feels stuck due to a bond, long notice period, and ongoing expenses despite a demanding workload. Describing his situation as “working like a slave,” the employee said he is unable to save money and is now looking for a way out.
Noida workers protest: Samvardhana Motherson says unrest has no material impact on operations
Samvardhana Motherson International Limited has clarified that recent labour protests have not significantly affected its operations. The company stated that the unrest, driven by misinformation on wage revisions, is a broader issue impacting multiple industries.
8th Pay Commission salary hike: Up to Rs 1.80 lakh/month salary for consultant’s role in 8th CPC; age limit and who can apply
8th Pay Commission: The Eighth Central Pay Commission is actively recruiting consultants on a contractual basis to bolster its research and analytical capabilities. Applications are open for Senior Consultants, Consultants, and Young Professionals, with specific experience and age criteria.
Akhilesh blames BJP policies for Noida violence over wage protest; Cong seeks solution over repression
Factory workers in Noida staged violent protests demanding a salary hike. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and Congress chief Ajay Rai criticized the BJP government's policies, alleging they favor capitalists over laborers. The unrest saw incidents of arson and vandalism. Authorities have deployed heavy police presence and are working to control the situation.
Noida protest: How salary talks turned into deadly chaos across the city; here's what happened over weekend
A workers' protest in Noida over a salary hike turned violent on Monday, with demonstrators clashing with authorities and vandalizing property. The three-day agitation escalated as thousands took to the streets, leading to incidents of arson and traffic disruption. Authorities deployed heavy police presence and are working to restore normalcy.
Noida protest: Massive traffic jam leaves office goers frustrated, ask 'Bhai ye kaisa salary hike discussion hai?'
Noida protest today: On Monday, a massive protest by factory workers in Noida turned violent, with agitators vandalising vehicles and throwing stones. Commuters were stuck in a traffic jam for hours due to the protest and many frustrated office goers took to X to vent out their anger. One of the netizens asked what kind of salary discussion this is, and the other one called the protest unethical.
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