IIT Hyderabad Student's Controversial Job Email Subject Line Draws CEO's Criticism
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IIT Hyderabad Student Uses 'Epstein Files' Subject Line for Job, CEO Calls it Unprofessional
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Storyboard•18-02-2026, 15:35
IIT Hyderabad Student Uses 'Epstein Files' Subject Line for Job, CEO Calls it Unprofessional
•An IIT Hyderabad student used "Your name is in Epstein Files" as an email subject line to seek a job, sparking online debate.
•Harshdeep Rapal, Founder and CEO of Legitt AI, shared the email, criticizing the approach as unprofessional and inappropriate for serious business.
•The student, a Computer Science and Engineering major, intended the subject line to grab attention before introducing himself and attaching his resume.
•Rapal advised against such tactics, stating that business leaders prioritize accountability, ownership, and professionalism, especially in contract-related work.
•Social media users reacted strongly, with many calling the approach immature and a potential liability risk, while others noted the influence of sensationalism.