New Delhi, July 24 -- A truly head-scratching text exchange between an Indian manager and his employee has taken the internet by storm, sparking a fiery debate about hierarchy and communication in Indian workplaces.

The bizarre conversation, initially shared on Reddit, shows a manager scolding his employee for not addressing him as "sir" in a sick leave message.

The incident has resonated with many, highlighting what some are calling an outdated emphasis on rigid formalities, even in casual communications.

It all began when the employee sent a straightforward message informing his manager he was unwell and would be taking sick leave. The text read: "Good morning. I wanted to let you know that I am feeling a bit unwell today due to an u...