Best 5 companies to work for in India

Do you always wonder which company would be best to work for in India which gives freedom to work and perfect work-life balance; here is a list of some of the best places to work for in India. These are the companies where employees love and enjoy the work. These companies offer great incentives and appreciation to employees for their smart work.

Below is the list of best 5 companies to work for:

1. Google is one of the best companies to work for globally and same is true in India. The company provides freedom to employees to work and enjoy while at office. It offers innovative perks and benefits to their employees.

2. Intel Technology is recognized as one of the Best Companies for Women and to maintain work life balance.

3. MakeMyTrip, a leading online travel company in India has been voted as the best company for employee involvement.

4. American Express Bank takes care of work life balance and offers employee assistance programme.

5. Marriott Hotels has policies that encourage women's advancement and promotes health, education, flexibility and work-life integration.

Top 5 Biotech Companies in India

The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) was set up by the Government of India under the Ministry of Science and Technology in 1986, to give a boost to the Biotech industry in India. India has become a hub of Biotechnology activity in the last decade. It is an ideal ground to set up biotech companies.

Currently there are more than 300 biotech companies in India. Among them, some of the best Biotech Companies in India, include the following:

• Biocon, Bangalore – Biocon is India’s leading Biotech Company, established in 1978, with focus on the development of biopharmaceuticals. Biocon is the first biotechnology company to receive ISO 9001 certification in India.

• Panacea Biotec, New Delhi – Panacea Biotec is a highly progressive research-based company involved in the manufacturing and marketing of branded pharmaceutical formulations, vaccines and natural products.

• Serum Institute of India, Pune – Serum Institute of India was established in 1966, and is a manufacturer of immunobiologicals including vaccines. Serum became accredited by the World Health Organization in 1994, after which it began exporting vaccines from India.

• Nicholas Piramal, Mumbai – Nicholas Piramal is a globally integrated healthcare company principally engaged in manufacturing and sale of bulk drugs and formulations. The company provides therapeutic products in the area of analgesic/anti-inflammatory, antibiotics, antihistamines, anti fungal, antiseptics, cardiovascular and central nervous system.

• Wockhardt, Mumbai – Wockhardt is a global pharmaceutical and biotechnology company located in Mumbai,  which was established in the early 1960s. The company is involved in the manufacture of bio-pharmaceuticals, nutrition products, vaccines, and active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Sushmita Sen – The First Indian Miss Universe

Sushmita Sen, who is an epitome of Indian beauty, was born on 19 November, 1975. She was crowned as Miss Universe in 1994 when she was 18 years old, and hence became the first Indian lady to win the title by making her country proud.

She has completed her schooling from Air Force Silver School in Delhi and has also obtained a degree in Journalism. Sushmita’s family consists of her father, mother and two siblings. Her father, Shubeer Sen, is a former Air Force Wing Commander. Her mother, Subhra Sen, is a fashion artist and a jewellery designer. She has two siblings; a sister, named Neelam, and a brother, named Rajeev.

Sushmita Sen has adopted two baby girls whom she named Renee and Alisha. She adopted Renee on 13 April, 1999 and Alisha on 19 November, 2009, which also happens to be her birthday.

Sushmita Sen’s first public appearance was at the Air Force Club contest at the age of 15 years. After that she did a few fashion and ramp shows. Soon after that, she was crowned as Miss Universe. After winning the title, she appeared as an actress in a Bollywood movie, named ‘Dastak’, in the year 1996. Though the movie was not a hit, but Sushmita’s presence and work were noticed and well appreciated.

Two years later, she won the Filmfare Award for the Best Supporting Actress for the movie ‘Biwi No. 1’. Since then, she did many movies and won many nominations. One of her biggest hits till date is the film ‘Main Hoon Na’ that was released in the year 2004, in which she was starred opposite to Shahrukh Khan. She also won the Rajiv Gandhi Award for achievement in Bollywood.

The Role of Media in National Integration

It was said by pundits of history that North and South India were two separate entities and all those rulers who tried to conquer and command South India along with North India were doomed; while this thinking was negated by the examples of emperor Ashoka and the British.

Role of media

The growth of communications and education under the British, in the 19^th century, helped bringing the people of India together. The struggle for independence generated a spirit of unity and nationalism amongst the people and a large contribution to this came from the media, i.e. the newspapers. Media exposed the true face of British imperialism and colonialism, and helped in creating awareness and consequent unity among Indians to fight the British.

After independence, the Indian media developed rapidly, including the radio, and then the television. Any occurrence in any corner of the country immediately spreads all over through the media. The spreading of news is not just the conveyance of information, but it also acts as a catalyst in creating identification with the nation, its people, culture, and thoughts. In earlier days, not everyone was able to know what exactly happened and the whole picture used to become clear after a much delay but with the wide reach of media via Television and Internet, everyone gets the news instantly and easily evaluates the situation by various means.

Growth of Nationalism

Newspapers, radio, television and movies reach all the people in India. The same things are thus seen and read all over the country, and this helps in the growth of similar mentality and thoughts. This can also be seen as the growth of consciousness of belonging to one nation. This is the growth of Nationalism. Now, people all over the country have easy access to information and latest news; they also have various platforms to share their views and learn more about the subject. It helps by bringing the people together and spread information instantly all over the country.

Nationalism in itself contains the seed of unity and the national integration. The same values that get conveyed through media, directly or indirectly, help sustain nationalism and thus, national integration.

Taj Mahal – The Symbol of Love and Beauty

The Taj Mahal is the most beautiful monument built by the Mughals. In 1983, the Taj Mahal was declared as the World Heritage Site. Moreover, it was also voted by millions of people, from all over the world, on the internet to become one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of the World’.

The Taj Mahal was built by the fifth Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, in the memory of his dear wife Mumtaz Mahal at Agra, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It signifies as the ‘Symbol of Eternal Love.’ The Taj Mahal is the mausoleum of both Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan.

The Taj Mahal stands on the bank of river Yamuna and was constructed over a period of twenty two years, employing thousands of workers. Its construction began in the year 1631 and was completed by the year 1653. It was designed by the Iranian architect Istad Usa.

The Taj Mahal is the epitome of Mughal art that combines the Persian, Islamic and Indian architectural styles. It is made of white marble. It sparkles like a jewel in the moonlight. The Taj is pinkish in the morning, milky white in the evening and golden when the moon shines. It is said to depict the moods of a woman.
This marvel is one of the most loved tourist spots in the world. Tourists from all over the world visit Agra to see the most famous and beautiful architectural wonder, Taj Mahal, which is only 135 miles away from Delhi, the capital of India.

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Indian professionals outdo casual Europeans

As per a global Reuters/Ipsos poll on business attire, it was found that Indians dress smartest for work, which involve around 12,500 people from different countries. 58 per cent of Indians prefers to wear a suit or other smart clothing for work and business while only 27 percent Europeans wants to wear a business suit or smart clothes to work.

Formal v/s Casual clothing
The poll found that 66 percent of workers said senior managers that ran an organization should always dress up in formal and business clothing. To add more, 64 percent Indians particularly think casual wearers would not promote to senior management so easily. After India, it is Saudi Arabians where 51 percent people ruled out casual dressers making senior management and France coming third at 45 per cent.

After 58 percent Indians, it is South Koreans and Chinese people who also prefer to wear professional and smart clothing at work place with 47% and 46% respectively. Hungarians tops the list from bottom with only 12 percent likes to wear formal clothing and 46% of Hungarians prefers to wear shorts at work place. Americans were found in middle of the list with 37 per cent prefers to wear smart clothing while 32 per cent prefers shorts over formals.

These poll results show that country with smart clothing like India and China are leading while the economic problems are continuously increasing in Europe and America. Does it mean smart clothing has some kind of impact on mind and productivity? I think it is the time for the world to think.

What do you think about clothing? Please share your views in the comment section below.

Indian professional dress outdo European casuals

As per a global poll conducted by Reuters, it was found that 66 percent of workers said senior managers that ran an organization should always dressed up in formal clothing. To support this fact, 64 percent Indians said casual wearers would not easily promote to senior management. The study is also supported by Saudi Arabians and people of France.

It was also found that 58 percent Indians dress smartest when they come to work and do not prefer wearing shorts as a business or professional dress. When it comes to Europeans, only 27 percent Europeans wants to wear a business suit or smart clothes to work. Read the main article to check various statistics on business attire.

http://www.theinfomine.com/2010/08/10/indian-professionals-outdo-casual-europeans

Dandiya and Garba – The Indian Dances of Navratri Festival

Dandiya and Garba are the most famous dances during Navratri festival in India. These dances are more popular in the state of Gujarat in India. But nowadays, people of all over country in all states perform these dances during this festival.

These dances are performed in honor of Goddess Durga. Dandiya is believed to be the dramatization of a fight between the Goddess and Mahishasura. Read more about these dances and the significance of Navratri festival at the following link:

http://hubpages.com/_socialref/hub/Dandiya-Garba-The-Sword-Dance-of-Navratri

Indian Rupee to get a currency symbol

Indian Rupee is not having any symbol, it is just denoted by Rupees or Rs. in short. So the Indian government has decided to give the Indian currency a symbol to get it recognized globally. All the major economies of the world are already having some symbols to represent their currency.

For this, Indian government invited designs from all over the country and has received around 2,500 designs. Now a committee headed by a Reserve Bank Of India (RBI) top official will meet to short-list some entries and designs.

The Finance Ministry has asked that the selected symbol should represent the historical and cultural ethos of traditional India. The symbol should also be applicable to a standard computer keyboard. Currently, it is in the evaluation phase, so it will take some time to finalize the symbol. But soon Indian currency will have a symbol helping it to achieve a global status and representation.

A committee headed by a Reserve Bank Of India (RBI) shortlisted five symbols and now on 15th July 2010, Union Cabinet has declared the final symbol for Indian Rupee. This new symbol is a perfect blend of modernity and Indian culture.

Mahabaleshwar - Honeymoon spot

Mahabaleshwar, a hill station in the state of Maharashtra, India is a famous tourist place for its natural beauty and greenery. This is a perfect honeymoon spot for the newly-wed couples and a good place for nature-lovers. It is located around 175 miles away from Mumbai.

Mahabaleshwar is famous for its 'strawberries', and if you want to enjoy its real taste, you can also visit strawberry farms. So whenever you are planning to visit Mumbai, or planning for a green-trip, add Mahabaleshwar as an option for you.

Click here to get more information and pictures of beautiful Mahabaleswar.

Udaipur - World's Best Travel City

Udaipur - A district in India is voted as the World's Best City for travel in an online poll conducted by 'Travel + Leisure' magazine. Udaipur is also known as ‘City of Lakes’ for having number of beautiful lakes. India is emerging as a great tourist place for its natural and man-made beauty.

These kind of achievements will definitely boost Indian tourism and economy. India can see better tourism in the coming months and in the winter season. Know more about Udaipur and the places to visit at the following link.

http://hubpages.com/_24c2omwd3q4xi/hub/Udaipur-India-Worlds-Best-City

Indian Premier League (IPL), 2009 (Tournament Schedule)

IPL (Indian Premier League) 2009 has finally started today 18th April at 4 P.M. IST (Indian Standard Time) at Newlands in Capetown, South Africa. There was enough dilemma whether IPL will held this year or not as Indian government was not able to provide enough security personnel during matches as there are elections going in the country.

But now every cricket lover is relaxed as first IPL game has already started and may come to an end by the time this article will get finished. First 20-20 match is between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings. And Mumbai Indians are in a strong position as of now.

There are total of 8 teams comprised of players from different countries and is a 20-20 over match, and this is the reason why IPL is so popular and becoming the favorite game in many countries.

8 Teams are as follows:

• Mumbai Indians
• Chennai Super Kings
• Bangalore Royal Challengers
• Rajasthan Royals
• Delhi Daredevils
• Kings XI Punjab
• Deccan Chargers
• Kolkata Knight Riders

Matches have been scheduled as per the comforts of Indian viewers and some matches will start at 4 P.M. and some matches (D/N) will start at 8 P.M. (IST).

So Lalit Modi and team can expect most Indian viewers will definitely watch all the games. And also fans and viewers of other countries will also enjoy this format of game.

And as I mentioned, first game may finish by the time I’ll finish this article and Mumbai Indians have won the first match by defeating Chennai Super Kings by 19 runs. It was a great first match for Mumbai Indians and tough luck for Dhoni and team. We hope to enjoy some better fireworks from all the teams as the games will proceed. The final match is on Sunday 24th May 2009 at New Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa.

Now you can enjoy the second game between Bangalore Royal Challengers v Rajasthan Royals in a few minutes.

For the complete IPL match fixture and schedule, just log-on to cricinfo.com