I worked through pain, only to be denied a day off, says Indian employee: Are workplaces losing their humanity?

In a US-based startup, an Indian professional, working remotely, faced an unexpected struggle for basic rest after a stress-induced health issue. A denied leave request exposed cultural and power tensions amplified by remote work. The incident highlights how global teams can blur boundaries, making employee well-being, autonomy, and communication critical in cross-border workplaces.

I worked through pain, only to be denied a day off, says Indian employee: Are workplaces losing their humanity?
In a US-based startup, an Indian professional, working remotely, faced an unexpected struggle for basic rest after a stress-induced health issue. A denied leave request exposed cultural and power tensions amplified by remote work. The incident highlights how global teams can blur boundaries, making employee well-being, autonomy, and communication critical in cross-border workplaces.