Wednesday, September 29, 2010
What is worrying Indian CEOs ??
"The clear signals to emerge from the survey are that growth is not assured; that threats linger, and the focus will be largely on existing markets and customers," says James Agrawal, Consulting Director and Head of BTI Consultants in India. Leading global search firm Kelly Services, the holding company of BTI Consultants, has been studying the views of CEOs in India for the last 15 years.
This CEO survey is the first of its kind. "After the recovery, business confidence was perceived to be positive and growing. But when we would meet business leaders, they would sound cautious and hence we decided to understand their concerns," says Agrawal.
According to the survey, there are both near term business concerns as well as more deep-seated labour market issues confronting corporate leaders. The nervousness about the global economy and a shortage of skilled personnel are the key concerns in terms of immediate outlook for business activity.
Also, the CEOs plan to focus on existing customers and markets, and will avoid higher-risk expansion strategies. Their key challenge is to maintain profitable growth. "With one eye turned to the financial crisis in Europe and the other on the tentative recovery in the United States, Indian CEOs are not yet ready to splurge on new ventures in such an uncertain market," says Agrawal.
Ideally, The single biggest HR issue facing the CEOs, however, is talent retention and acquisition. Skills shortage is another top of the mind concern with the industry and is considered a longterm obstacle to national development. Over a third of the CEOs surveyed rank it as the most pressing workforce issue.
The next critical issue is "disruption of workforce". "The mismatch between the industry's needs and the output of skilled workers remains chronic, and one that impacts productivity and profitability," says Agrawal, adding that lack of employable talent is hurting the plans of the CEOs.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
10-10-10: An auspicious day to tie the knot !!
For Chinese people, the number 10 means 'perfection in everything'. So, a huge number of betrothed couples are planning to tie the knot on Oct 10, 2010, or 10-10-10, in a bid to make their marriage a success.
Aug 8, 2008 or 8-8-8, which means 'making fortune', and Sep 9, 2009, or 9-9-9, which means 'everlasting', had seen a surge in the number of weddings that took place in China.
The marriage registry office in Shanghai said it has seen huge online bookings for marriage certificates.
Many young people view the date as auspicious because it implies the Chinese idiom, 'perfection in everything', officials told the Shanghai Daily.
Even time slots - from 10 a.m. to 10.20 a.m. - have been booked, according to the Shanghai Civil Affairs Bureau.
'A good beginning is half the success,' said Alice Huo, who will be a bride on that day. 'We believe that a good date will allow us a good beginning.'
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Seven heart-friendly foods !!
When it comes to eating, a little bit of everything is the key, say experts. Our body needs all foods in moderation. Some help cure bowel problems, some help control diabetes and some keep eye problems at bay. Here are seven foods you should include in your diet to have a healthy heart.
Apples:-
Apples are a good source of vitamins and minerals like iron, phosphorus, potassium, calcium as well as vitamins A, B and C. "These help in strengthening blood vessels," says Nutritionist Sneha Trivedi, . They also have a low glycemic index, making it safe for diabetics to consume.
Garlic:-
Garlic contains aicin, a powerful antioxidant. Other than that, "It helps lower the bad cholesterol," says Trivedi. This means it prevents your arteries from getting clogged. So use this condiment in your curries, stir-fries and more.
Fish:-
"Oily fish contains omega-3 fatty acids that help to maintain the integrity of blood vessels by keeping them healthy and elastic," says Nutritionist Sushila Sharangdhar. These acids also improve our immune system and help in increasing the good cholesterol or HDL levels. "It also reduces the chances of blood clots," Trivedi adds.
Olive oil
Due to the mono-saturated fats present, olive oil helps in lowering the amount of bad cholesterol. "It is also rich in antioxidants that increase the elasticity of arterial walls," says Trivedi. This in turn prevents heart-related problems.
Wheat
"Wheat is a very good source of fibre, vitamins and minerals," says Trivedi. It helps in reducing the amount of bad cholesterol. Fibre binds with the cholesterol and helps in eliminating it from our body. Other sources of fibre are: oats, barely, bajra, ragi, jowar and other whole grains.
Dairy
Milk and milk products are a good source of fatty acids. They are also a good source of antioxidants and polyphenols. "Polyphenols protect blood vessels and lower blood pressure, thus preventing cardiovascular diseases," says Sushila.
Greens
Green leafy vegetables like spinach and fenugreek are a good source of vitamin B-complex and niacin. "These protect the blood vessels from clots and prevent hardening of arteries," Sushila says. Other sources of B-complex vitamins are berries, citrus fruits and bell peppers.
Ideally, A healthy diet and moderate exercise will go a long way in maintaining a healthier heart and a happier you!
Monday, September 6, 2010
CEO Salaries Need to be Fix !!
Salaries of chief executives should be capped and shareholders should have a say in managerial remunerations, a parliamentary panel on the new Companies Bill has suggested. It has asked the Corporate Affairs Ministry to develop a "rational formula" for managerial remunerations.
"The committee are of the view that an overall outer ceiling on managerial remuneration may be prescribed," said the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance, which last week presented its report on Companies Bill 2009 in the Lok Sabha. "The Ministry may evolve a rational formula for this purpose.
The remuneration payable within this overall ceiling may be decided by the remuneration committee of board or shareholders as already proposed in the Bill," it added. Currently, according to section 198 of the Companies Act 1956, total remuneration paid to managerial personnel cannot be more than 11 per cent of net profit, while an individual manager''s compensation is capped at 5 per cent of net profit.
If a company wishes to break the ceiling, it requires a go ahead from the Corporate Affairs Ministry. Besides, in case a company fails to garner profit or the profit is not adequate, it requires the Central Government''s approval to dole out salaries.
The panel has further suggested that in the event of established fraud or fudging of profits by the company, remuneration paid to the key managerial personnel may be recovered. The Committee''s report has came after almost eight months of deliberation.
Corporate Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid had tabled the new Companies Bill in Parliament in August last year. Responding to the suggestions on this provision in the Companies Bill 2009, the Ministry has favoured an "umbrella limit (similar to limits depending on net profits of the company as is provided in existing section 198 of the Act) for remuneration".
The revised Companies Bill, which seeks to replace the half-a-century old Act, is expected to be tabled in Parliament in the winter session, or latest by the Budget session, according to Khurshid. He has exuded confidence that the new Act would be enacted by the end of this fiscal.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
5 Most Expensive Houses in the World !!
Here’s the list of top 5 most expensive houses around the world, You should be super duper rich to own one of them . Maybe for now, just enjoy how beautiful is them:
5. Three Ponds : $75,000,000
In Bridgehampton, New York, there sits a $75,000,000 estate that has its own golf course! Called “Three Ponds” due to the fact that it has, er, three ponds (each stocks with an ample supply of fish, which are hopefully included in the home insurance), and the expansive grounds also house 14 different gardens, each with their own theme!
4. Donald Trump Palace : $125,000,000
Donald Trump owns this 18-bedroom waterfront palace, which is listed as costing $125,000,000. Situated in Florida, Trump says it’s location in Palm Beach is “the richest community in the world” and it doesn’t seem like he’s joking! We also doubt that he’s one to settle for cheap building insurance, either.
3. Updown Court in Surrey, UK : $140,000,000
With neighbors like Elton John and the Queen of England, Updown Court in Surrey, UK is going to be a rather decadent household. Launched with a price of £70,000,000 (roughly $140,000,000) and still unsold as of May this year. Containing 24 bedrooms, each with a marble en-suite bathroom, and an underground garage, the property is estimated to cost around £250,000 ($500,000) a month to run, not to mention the cost of the house insurance! Since this property located in the UK, the homeowner need to know about Conveyancing information under the UK law. In the UK, London is considered one of the most expensive places to own a house besides Surrey (and of course Chelsea). There recommended property portals designed to help you search for the top most expensive houses in London, UK and enable you to determine whether or not the flats for sale in London are an accommodating alternative to the traditional house buy. There’s a rumor that this house is up for sale. The new homeowner needed to make sure that He can afford this house, rather than have to Stop Repossession because of high debt.
2. Ira Rennert Mansion : $180,000,000.
The billionaire found of the Renco Group, Ira Rennert, owns a place in Sagaponack, New York, and at 63 acres of grounds, is considered by many to be the largest residential compound in the whole of America. The house itself has 29 bedrooms, 39 bathrooms, as well as the usual gigantic dining room, sport courts and bowling alley and contents insurance to cover it all. The property is valued at roughly $170,000,000-180,000,000.
1. The Villa La Leopolda in Nice, France: $ 398,350,000
Formerly the home of Bill Gates, but now belonging to really rather rich Roman Abramovich, the Villa La Leopolda in Nice, France would set you back roughly £250,000,000 ($ 398,350,000 ). Its 10 acres of lush, garden-filled grounds require an astounding 50 gardeners to look after it along with the best home insurance that money can buy.
Just Wondering, How Much those home owners have to pay for the insurance of those most expensive house in the world only .
Golden rules to keep romance alive in relationships!!
Getting into a relationship is easy, but keeping it alive is the difficult part.
There are plenty of things, big or small, that can wreck an otherwise great relationship. Now, Dr Barton Goldsmith, a California-based psychotherapist and the author of '100 Ways to Boost Your Self-Confidence - Believe in Yourself and Others Will Too' reveals what all can kill romantic relationships and how to save it from falling apart.
1. Money: It's the root of all evils, as they say. If a partner has been unscrupulous, getting the trust back can be a challenge, reports the Sydney Morning Herald.
2. Sex/infidelity: A sexless marriage or unfaithfulness can extinguish love quicker than blowing out a candle. Don't let the flame burn out and try to renew your sex life.
3. Disrespect: Research shows that belittling, insulting or yelling at your partner can cut the chances of your relationship's survival.
4. Children: Some live for them, others would rather kill themselves. Make sure to keep things in balance with your partner, so you have the energy to deal with any child issues.
5. Opposite-sex friends: If you don't want your spouse/partner to dine out and have drinks with a member of the opposite sex, then you need to follow the same guidelines.
. Resentments: Don't hold your pain, hurt or anger inside. If you are harbouring some resentment talk it out and put the matter to rest, so you can enjoy your relationship.
7. Lying/broken promises: Even if you're afraid of getting in trouble, tell the whole truth and don't break promises, and find a way to make up for past mistakes.
8. Laziness: Keeping a relationship is hard work, and if you are unwilling to do it, your connection will diminish and you will begin to resent your partner.
9. Being mean: If you punish your partner when you don't get your way, or if the two of you give each other the silent treatment, you are headed for a lifetime of emotional pain. Stop the nastiness and learn to talk about it.
10. Discomfort/remodelling. If you are living in a construction zone, it's pretty hard to feel comfortable. Injury or illness can create a similar situation. Your home should be a place of serenity, so if you are remodelling or are dealing with physical issues, make your comfort a priority.
source: http://in.news.yahoo.com/139/20100903/385/ten-10-golden-rules-to-keep-romance-aliv_1.html
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Top 10 in the World Most Expensive Cars 2010 !!
Everyone love these most expensive cars in the world 2010. Expensive cars is one of the most favorite men’s toy. It’s the richest men pride. In this recession era, still quite a lot of persons have enough money to buy these most expensive cars. These cars is very expensive because of their detailing in production, speed also features they have. So let’s take a look at those most expensive cars one by one begin with the 10th:
10. SSC Ultimate Aero: $740,000
New model with 270 mph top speed, spiller made from carbon, a temperature sensor and tire pressure to optimize driving conditions.
9. Leblanc Mirabeau: $765,000
Designed with 24 hours resilience test at Le mans. It can be driven on the road legally. Mirabeau is using 4.7-liter V8 engine, 700 hp, and can reach average speed of 230 mile / hours. Specially made to order, including for semi automatic transmission system version.
8. Koenigsegg CCX: $1.1 Millions
This car used V8 engines and only 806 units produced. It only takes 3.2 seconds to reach 100 Kms / hour. Top speed can be reach easily is 245 mph. The car tire use rim carbon, with 6 speed, and ceramic brakes.
7. Koenigsegg CCXR : $1.3 Millions
Koenigsegg CCXR is another variant from Koenigsegg CCX that signed in environmentally friendly cars. This car use biofuels, need 3.1 seconds to reach 100km/hours, with top speed 250mph.
6. Maybach Landaulet: $1.4 Millions
This car is most expensive cars brand from Germany. Landaulet is the most expensive saloon car. This car have 604 HP, with top speed 155 miles / h, and using 12 twin turbo engine.
5. Lamborghini Reventón: $1.42 Millions
Not yet clear whether this old version of Reventon is still available. Only 20 units have made, This car created using black aluminum rim, like the newer version of roadster, the design is inspired by fighter aircraft.
4. Lamborghini Reventón Roadster: $1.56 Millions
The car design is inspired by Stealth aircraft display. This car using V12 650 HP Engine. Can reach top speed of 340kms/hours.The car is very Light in weight because the body is made using carbon fiber materials.
3. Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster: $1.8 Millions
There are only 5 units available, and go on sale. Chassis made from carbon titanium. Powered by 678 HP Mercedes AMG V12, only 3.4 seconds to reach 100 kms/hours. Can reach 217 mph top speed. The body carbon and suspension is using titanium and magnesium.
2. Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport $2 Millions / $1.67 Millions for coupe version
The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport use 1001 hp, 16-cylinder engine, and has been developed so there will be no draft inside, even when exploring the upper reaches of the car’s 217 mph top speed. Traits with 2.7 inch LCD mirror. This car is the world’s fastest roadster.
1. Koenigsegg Trevita: $2.21 Millions
Just three units to be produced. Koenigsegg Trevita is designed based on Koenigsegg CCXR and added with new shimmering diamond carbon fiber, named “Trevita” in Swedish means “three whites”.
Those three cars fully equipped with Koenigsegg Shimmering Diamond Weave bodywork, using double carbon wing, paddle-shift, inconell exhaust system, carbon ceramic brakes with ABS, hydraulic lifting system, infotainment system, tyre monitoring system, chrono instrument cluster and special airbags.The navigation system is also developed custom just for this model
For the Machine Koenigsegg placed the same 1018bhp engine. Special for this model, the exterior paint fully developed in Sweden, at Koenigsegg headquarters.
Do You plan to buy one of those most expensive cars this year? ?
source http://www.worldinterestingfacts.com/
Most Expensive Projects in The World !!
These most expensive projects in the world belong to several projects in the world that cost a lot of money to make amazing results. Those projects become masterpiece of the human civilizations. Here’s 10 most expensive projects in the world. Those projects is like a parameter of how advanced human technology is. So here’s the list that maybe will make You inspired to make something more amazing
The Pearl Bridge : $ 5 Billions
This bridge has a longest center span from other suspension bridges, at 1991 meters (6532 feet). Located in Japan and completed in 1998. Connecting the mainland city of Kobe on Honshu to Iwaya on Awaji Island crossing a busy Akashi Strait.
9. The Large Hadron Collider : $ 6 Billions
LHC is the world’s largest energy particle accelerator. LHC is located in a 27 kilometers (17 miles) tunnel and 175 meters (570 feet) below the French-Swiss border near Geneva, Switzerland.
8. The James “Sunny Jim” Rolph Bridge : $ 6.3 Billions
A series of bridges in San Francisco Bay Area of California, in the United States. Establish a direct route between San Francisco and Oakland. Able to carry about 270,000 vehicles per day on two decks.
7. International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER): $6,5 Billions
ITER is a research / engineering project that could help to make the transition of plasma physics to future electricity generation mix (fusion power plant).
6. Trans-Alaska Pipeline System : $ 8 Billions
The Project consists of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, 11 gas stations, several hundred miles of feeder pipelines, and the Valdez Marine Terminal. Total length of 800.302 miles (1,287.961 km) and wide 48-inch (122 cm) pipeline delivering oil from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, Alaska. Private property of the Alaska Pipeline Service Company.
5. PCU Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78): $8.1 Billions
PCU Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) is to be the lead ship of her class of United States Navy supercarriers. As announced by the U.S. Navy on 16 January 2007, the ship will be named after the 38th President of the United States, the late Gerald R. Ford, whose World War II naval service included combat duty aboard the light aircraft carrier Monterey in the Pacific Theater.
Gerald R. Ford was laid down on 13 November 2009. Construction work began on 11 August 2005, when Northrop Grumman held a ceremonial steel cut for a 15-ton plate that will form part of a side shell unit of the carrier. The schedule calls for the ship to join the U.S. Navy’s fleet in 2015. Gerald R. Ford is slated to replace the current USS Enterprise, ending her then 50-plus years of service with the United States Navy.
4. Le tunnel sous la Manche: $8.31 Billions
The Channel Tunnel (French: Le tunnel sous la Manche), known colloquially as the Chunnel, is a 50.5-kilometre (31.4 mi) undersea rail tunnel linking Folkestone, Kent near Dover in the United Kingdom with Coquelles, Pas-de-Calais near Calais in northern France beneath the English Channel at the Strait of Dover. At its lowest point it is 75 metres (250 ft) deep.At 37.9 kilometres (23.5 mi), the Channel Tunnel has the longest undersea portion of any tunnel in the world although the Seikan Tunnel in Japan is both longer overall, at 53.85 kilometres (33.46 mi) and deeper, at 240 metres (790 ft) below sea level.
The tunnel carries high-speed Eurostar passenger trains, Eurotunnel Shuttle roll-on/roll-off vehicle transport—the largest in the world—and international rail freight trains. The tunnel connects end-to-end with the LGV Nord and Channel Tunnel Rail Link high-speed railway lines. In 1996 the American Society of Civil Engineers identified the tunnel as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World.
Ideas for a cross-Channel fixed link appeared as early as 1802, but British political and press pressure over compromised national security stalled attempts to construct a tunnel. However, the eventual successful project, organised by Eurotunnel, began construction in 1988 and opened in 1994. The project came in 80% over its predicted budget. Since its construction, the tunnel has faced several problems. Fires have disrupted operation of the tunnel. Illegal immigrants and asylum seekers have used the tunnel to enter Britain, causing a minor diplomatic disagreement over the siting of the Sangatte refugee camp, which was eventually closed in 2002
3. The Big Dig Boston: $14.6 Billions
A route of mega project main highway tunnel through the heart of Boston along the 3.5 miles (5.6 km). Initially, the plan was also to include the relationship between Boston with two major railway.
2. Three Gorges Dam : $ 26 Billions
Dam of the Yangtze River in the town of Sandouping, which is located in Yiling District Yichang, Hubei province, China. is the world’s largest power plants. Body of the dam was completed in 2006. contains 32 main generators, each with a capacity of 700 MW. Additional six generators at the power plant being installed underground.
the total electricity generating capacity of the dam will eventually reach 22,500 MW. Generate hydroelectric power projects, increasing the capacity of river navigation, and reduce the potential for flooding downstream floods by providing storage space. Until September 2009 the dam has produced 348.4 TWh of electricity.
1.International Space Center : $157 Billions
International Space Station (ISS) is a research facility developed internationally are currently located in low Earth orbit. On-orbit construction of the station began in 1998 and is scheduled for completion in 2011, with operations continuing until at least until 2015. just like the moon, the station can be seen from Earth with the naked eye, this is the largest man-made orbiting ever in history. ISS serves as a long-term research in the laboratory, and is the site of daily experiments in the fields, including biology, human biology, physics, astronomy and meteorology, conducted in the microgravity environment. The station provides a safe location for testing the efficient, reliable spacecraft systems that will be needed for long-term missions to the Moon and Mars.
Top 10 Most Expensive Stadiums in the World !!
10. ANZ Stadium – Sydney, Australia ($ 624 million)
9. Safeco Field – Seattle, USA ($ 656 million)
8. Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, USA ($ 675 million)
7. Soldier Field – Chicago, USA ($ 714 million)
6. The Emirates Stadium – London, England ($ 770 million)
5. Roger Center – Toronto, Canada ( $ 930 million)
4. State de France – Paris, France ( $ 974 million)
3. Madison square garden – New York, USA ($ 1.1 billion)
2. Olympic Stadium – Montreal, Canada ($ 1.4 billion)
1. Wembley Stadium – London, England ($ 1.5 billion)
For all of you who loves football sport, do you interested to visit one of the most expensive stadiums above to watch your favorite clubs?
Top Longest Roads in the World !!
Here’s the list of 10 longest roads in the world. A road is identifiable as a way, route, or path between two places which may or may not be available for use by the public such as public road. A road can connecting from one place to another places. Every roads has different long of road, here’s a list of the longest roads that ever in the world.
10. Highway 409
King’s Highway 409, also known as Highway 409 and colloquially as the four – of – nine, is a series of highway 400 in the Canadian province of Ontario that extends from Highway 401 in Toronto to Toronto Pearson International Airport, west of Highway 427, in Mississauga. It is a short highway that is used primarily as a bypass for traffic approaching the airport to the west or north of Highway 427 from Highway 401 west.
9. The Tarim Desert Highway
The Tarim Desert Highway is also known as the Cross-Desert Highway (CDH), across the desert is not too long from north to south. This highway connects the city Luntai and Minfeng in south and north edge of Tarim Basin. The total length of this highways is 552km, about 446km of highway traffic uninhabited areas covered by shifting sand dunes, so that as the longest highway in the world.
8. Pan-American Highway
The Pan-American Highway route in North America is part of a network of nearly 48 000 km road journey through the American mainland countries. Because the government of the United States and Canada has never formally adopted any specific routes as part of the Pan-American Highway and Mexico officially has a lot of branches that connect to the U.S. border, then there is no definitive length. But the total length of the North American highway approximately 16 000 miles (26,000 km).
7. Australia ‘s Highway 1
Australia’s Highway 1 is a network of highways that surround the entire continent of Australia, joining all mainland state capital. At a total length of approximately 14 500 km (9000 miles) is the world’s longest national road, along with the Trans-Siberian Highway (more than 11,000 km/6800 miles) and the Trans-Canada Highway (8030 km/4990 miles). Every day there are more than one million people travel on some part of this way.
6. Interstate 80 (I-80)
Interstate 80 (I-80) is the second longest after the Interstate Highway 90 in the United States. This road connects downtown San Francisco, California, to Teaneck, New Jersey.
5. Interstate 90 (I-90)
The longest Interstate Highway 90 in the United States, this highway extends to 3,099.07 miles (4987 km). Running parallel to U.S. Route 20 for most. End of Boston and east is at the west end in Seattle. It crossed the Continental divide just east of Butte, Montana.
4. 401 or MacDonald Cartier Freeway
The 401 or the MacDonald Cartier Freeway starting at the Detroit-Windsor Ambassador Bridge and ends at the Quebec border near Montreal. This road is located in the center of town was built on the side of the country although initially. Length of 816 km (507 miles).
3. Route 6
Route 6 was founded in 1925 extended from Province town, Massachusetts, to Brewster, New York. Then it referred to as the “Roosevelt Highway,” the name given to the entire Route 6. This road extends further to Greeley, Colorado in 1931. It extended from the south to Long Beach and west to Bishop, California with the overall length of 3940 km.
2. The Trans Siberian Highway
The Trans Siberian Highway includes some federal highway that extends throughout Russia from the Baltic Sea from the Atlantic Ocean to the Sea of Japan in the Pacific Ocean. AH6 is called on Asian routes. More than 11,000 kilometers in length and extends from Saint Petersburg to Vladivostok.
1. Trans Canada Highway
This highway has a length of 4860 miles in Canada. This path begins on Vancouver Island, British Columbia and across the Continental Divide, 10 provinces, five time zone and ends in St. John’s, Newfoundland. This road was built in 1962 and completed in 1970. The longest national highway in the world across North America from St. John’s, NL, to Victoria, British Columbia.
From the list of the longest roads above, do you want to try through these roads as your vacation or adventure?