Mehul Srivastava, Nandini Lakshman And Steve Hamm, BusinessWeek.Com

Stories by Mehul Srivastava, Nandini Lakshman And Steve Hamm, BusinessWeek.Com

6 reasons why Indian BPOs will keep booming

6 reasons why Indian BPOs will keep booming

Rediff.com   17 Dec 2008

Indian info-tech companies that once specialized in basic work are now providing high-value tasks such as R&D and business transformation services.

India's stimulus package: More help needed

India's stimulus package: More help needed

Rediff.com   10 Dec 2008

The Indian business community seems unenthusiastic about the new plan, but it's unclear how much more the government can do

India's moment of truth

India's moment of truth

Rediff.com   8 Dec 2008

Its response to the terrorist attacks will have a huge effect on its economic future.

How risky is India?

How risky is India?

Rediff.com   8 Dec 2008

In the wake of the Mumbai siege, business must weigh the persistence of political violence against the strength and promise of the Indian miracle.

If Citi's in such a mess, what about other banks?

If Citi's in such a mess, what about other banks?

Rediff.com   26 Nov 2008

The federal bailout calmed the market and seems to fence off Citi's toxic assets. But some investors wonder what it says about the state of other banks.

Asia's economic lessons for the US

Asia's economic lessons for the US

Rediff.com   26 Nov 2008

The U.S. is mortgaging its future by outsourcing technological inventions in exchange for short-term cash.

Health benefits: Medicare's costly doughnut hole

Health benefits: Medicare's costly doughnut hole

Rediff.com   17 Oct 2008

Seniors dread this time of year, when they run out of Medicare drug coverage and have to pay out of pocket. Some just stop taking their drugs.

What GM sees in Chrysler

What GM sees in Chrysler

Rediff.com   17 Oct 2008

General Motors sees a profitable, if risky, path in gaining Chrysler's revenues and slashing costs.

GM, Toyota race to build electric cars

GM, Toyota race to build electric cars

Rediff.com   17 Oct 2008

Toyota is being cautious with the technology, but GM is full-speed-ahead for a 2010 launch of its Volt. To the victor will go the spoils.

Recession: Some US cities will be safer

Recession: Some US cities will be safer

Rediff.com   17 Oct 2008

Cities with a strong presence in health care, education, law, energy, and the government will feel the impact of a downturn less.

Why Indian firms are shining in the US

Why Indian firms are shining in the US

Rediff.com   1 Oct 2008

From makers of steel to specialty packaging, world-class Indian companies with sophisticated management are acquiring or merging with US companies.

Spielberg, Anil Ambani sign $1.2-bn movie deal

Spielberg, Anil Ambani sign $1.2-bn movie deal

Rediff.com   23 Sep 2008

The director leaves Viacom's Paramount studio for a $1.2 billion deal to launch his own filmmaking company with the India entertainment group.

Wilbur Ross has $300 million to spend in India

Wilbur Ross has $300 million to spend in India

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2008

He now owns textile and auto parts plants worldwide

Why farmers are fighting Tata's Nano

Why farmers are fighting Tata's Nano

Rediff.com   29 Aug 2008

To lure the automaker, West Bengal seized small farms to give Tata nearly 1,000 acres -- and so far it has rejected compromise proposals.

India's rich get the personal touch

India's rich get the personal touch

Rediff.com   22 Jul 2008

Like the wealthy anywhere else, affluent Indians love to buy luxurious cars, clothes, and accessories. They also want exceptional service.

A crackdown on India's cybercafes

A crackdown on India's cybercafes

Rediff.com   22 Jul 2008

India's cybercafes could be headed for extinction as a nationwide clampdown in the name of anti-terrorism threatens their existence.

High oil prices hit India's airlines

High oil prices hit India's airlines

Rediff.com   21 Jul 2008

Rising fuel costs have grounded the high-flying ambitions of India's carriers and have sent their stocks into a tailspin.

N-deal prize for US firms? Over $100 billion!

N-deal prize for US firms? Over $100 billion!

Rediff.com   21 Jul 2008

Companies like GE and Westinghouse, eager to help meet India's huge energy demand, are on the sidelines while France and Russia win business.

A new way to make music in India

A new way to make music in India

Rediff.com   21 Jun 2008

Mumbai nightclub Blue Frog, under the direction of the energetic Ashutosh Pathak, has been transformed into India's first full-service recording studio.

India: Soaked by oil subsidies

India: Soaked by oil subsidies

Rediff.com   16 Jun 2008

Its state-controlled companies are losing a lot of money, and private rivals can't compete.