Overview

• A viral screenshot of a Faclon Labs internship listing showed a stipend of Rs 10 per month, sparking online criticism and memes.
• The company clarified that the error was caused by a Naukri.com bot incorrectly pulling data into the listing.
• Faclon Labs confirmed the actual stipend for the Backend Developer Intern role is Rs 10,000 per month, with opportunities for full-time employment.
• The incident highlighted the risks of automation errors in job postings and the need for companies to monitor third-party platforms for accuracy.
• Social media platforms like X and LinkedIn played a key role in fact-checking and amplifying the clarification from Faclon Labs.