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Gurgaon startup job firing: Founder says 'take today as your last day' minutes after employee asks to skip event. Internet divided

Published on: April 10, 2026, 12:14 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Gurgaon-based startup founders blunt decision to fire an employee via chat, citing a “no-notice period policy”, has sparked a wider debate about startup culture in India. The founder defended his actions, emphasising the need for “high agency” while downplaying the importance of traditional skills. However, many criticised the move as “glorified toxicity”, while others urged caution, saying more context was needed before passing judgement.

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