Cover Story
- Infosys, a company that grew from a seven man start-up in 1981 to the 155,629 person, $7 billion enterprise it is today, has time and again been called India's most admired and respected company. But its halo has dimmed.
- A quick look at how Infosys has fared in comparison with its peers.
- As Infosys struggles today, Business Today's Chaitanya Kalbag sought and landed a rare interview with Murthy. The 66-year-old spoke extensively on Infosys, its past and future, and showed he is still very clued in.
New products in the market
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If the rigorous screening process at airports makes you grimace, your next visit to the Sistine Chapel will make it seem like cakewalk.Xerox India's Rajat Jain shares his favourite stuff
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Green tea has several undoubted health benefits but a debate has risen around claims that it can aid weight loss.What's behind Bang & Olufsen's stunning audio systems
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From a gadget that gives you the perfect coffee in the morning, to essential work tech, at-home fitness assistants and the very best in home entertainment, there's a gadget to match every whim and mood.
Eemerging trends in the food industry in 2013
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Another flamboyant new entrante on Delhi's nightlife circuit misses the mark, but hints at potential in the months to come.List of healthy cereals and serving suggestions
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China now wants to lead the world in clean-energy vehicles
Already the biggest car market, China now wants to lead the world in clean-energy vehicles.
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The Indian aviation industry has been caught in a pincer grip of high oil prices and intense fare wars, leading to mounting losses for all major carriers barring IndiGo. There are some indications of a turnaround in the offing with better cost and fleet management.Is it the right time to completely deregulate fuel prices?
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Android on its way beyond phones
The operating system has jumped out of the phone and could soon run the world.
Turkey's rich Antalya region makes for a perfect golfing getaway
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The Dabhol LNG terminal has been commissioned, two decades after it was planned. Though it would be very difficult for Ratnagiri Gas and Power, the owner of Dabhol power project, to generate power on imported gas, it can earn substantial fees if the terminal operates at full capacity.Indian industry's attitude towards contract workers changing for better
Contract workers are often poorly skilled and get paid less than regular employees for the same work, leading to resentment among these workers. Industry-wide efforts have now started to improve the situation, particularly in the wake of the violence at car maker Maruti Suzuki's Manesar factory last July.How vibrant is the Gujarat growth story?
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Vijay Mallya is in talks with two West Asia airlines, hoping one of them will pick up a stake in Kingfisher. Its lenders see hope on the horizon. But, its not sure if this will really revive the beleaguered carrier as it has already lost several pilots, engineers and cabin crew to other players in the aviation industry.Why some e-tailing sites have unusual names
KyaZoonga. Zovi. Yebhi. Jabong. Sounds like gobbledygook, right? Yet, believe it or not, Indian online shopping site names are not chosen arbitrarily. Electronic retailers, or e-tailers, give much thought to these seemingly meaningless names and try to select something that best reflects their image.Steps taken for economic revival will have a positive impact: Baba Kalyani
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Despite the growing threat, India spends a miniscule amount on cyber securit .Millions of Indians are grappling with the costs of cancer treatment
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Business Today Pro-Am of Champions 2013 - Mumbai
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Londonderry is UK's first Capital of Culture for 2013
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