The strong domestic growth for new vehicle sales during 2008-12, which witnessed a compounded annual growth rate of 14 per cent, led to an increased inventory of used cars, thanks to trade-ins.
The workers' union has accepted the '10-step' pay hike to be granted to them by way of an interim measure by the civic transport undertaking's management.
Analysis of the 7th Pay Commission's recommendations.
The meagre salary and the thankless nature of the job discourages applicants from joining the IB, says Vicky Nanjappa.
India's GDP growth quickened to 7.4 per cent in the September.
Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.
'One hopes that it is for the better that this disaster alters our reality from the morning of May 4,' notes Aakar Patel.
Unimaginative increments, persistent refusal of funds have turned the military into an underfed child scared to ask for a full meal.
The league will take up the caravan format where all teams move from one city to another during the course of the tournament
Though the worker strike at the Gorakhpur-based publisher of Hindu religious texts has been called off, it hints at an underlying financial crisis, says Manavi Kapur
The RSS chief's comment that if war broke out, the military would not be ready for at least six to seven months is correct as it faces a shortfall in training and alertness and an even greater lack of funds for defence preparedness, notes Ajai Shukla.
Govt is likely to find it hard to meet deficit target next year.
A formal sector worker can contribute towards pension scheme till the age of 58.
Sebi found that on average, the remuneration paid to CEOs in certain Indian companies are far higher than the remuneration received by their foreign counterparts.
In an online chat with readers a few hours after the Union Budget 2015-16 proposals were announced by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, Sundeep Agarwal, Director, PwC India, answered related queries to help put the announcements into perspective.
Airlines tell Arindam Majumder and Aneesh Phadnis they are forced to look at expats due to a lack of commanders, a position that requires experience.
'What has gained prominence are 'human' skills like creativity, originality and initiative, critical thinking, persuasion, and negotiation, as well as attention to detail, resilience, flexibility and complex problem-solving.'
The US government should not only look at salary, but also focus on skills while making immigration reforms
This time, five states, including Tamil Nadu, have requested the Centre to delay the pay hikes.
Indian companies struggle in face of a set of common challenges related to logistics, labour regulations, tax and tariff policy
Rediff reader Charan Singh, 82 tells us he first saw his lady love 70 years ago.
The recommendations will benefit 47 lakh central government employees and 52 lakh pensioners.
If you are constantly distracted and not motivated to come to work, it's a warning sign.
'As a child, I believed that my world record would be a national pride. But I feel cheated now.'
A six-point comparison by Anil Chopra, Group CEO & Director, Bajaj Capital
Fun and games at start-ups have ended as easy money dries up.
According to sources, both the departments have already laid their claim on the proceeds from the sale of the property
The government is by far the largest employer; job security is guaranteed for government employees, and their wages are set through once-in-10-year Pay Commission.
World trade has been growing slower than world GDP since 2012.
In an online chat with readers, Capt Partha Samai, group head of Human Resources at AGS Transact Technologies shared tips on how to crack a tough job interview.
Defence Secretary R K Mathur should take to Prime Minister Narendra Modi just five simple measures that would create or catalyse dramatic improvements across the wider defence arena, says Ajai Shukla.
Major focus will be on adequately funding existing schemes to ensure their timely completion before the next General Elections.
Top carmakers, including Maruti Suzuki India, Hyundai and Honda, are expecting a spike in their sales following the implementation of 7th Pay Commission recommendations.
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Fresh investments are constrained by tepid demand.
'In a democracy, how can you be scared of Amit Shah?'
Geetanjali Krishna looks at how one organisation's unique idea is helping marginalised communities to gain legal access.
While looking to give a boost to the mutual fund sector with some contribution from about Rs 5.5 lakh crore (Rs 5.5 trillion) corpus being managed by Employee Provident Fund Organisation, Sebi feels that age restrictions would safeguard investors from 'unnecessary risks' during years closer to their retirement.
Young, ambitious workforce learns skill degrees come with no guarantees.
The notes argue that it will widen the talent base available to govt to deliver increasingly complex services to a demanding population.
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