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Syndicate Bank bribe-for-loan scandal signals deeper rot in banking system

The problem, according to experts, began during the 2008 downturn when stimulus packages were announced by the government to revive the economy. The banks began to lend generously resulting in piling up of NPAs and stressed assets.

Why global firms are acquiring Indian start-ups

Why global companies have begun acquiring Indian start-ups.

Food at The Panda's Den and Farzi Cafe is mouthwatering

Enjoy lip-smacking Asian fare at The Fatty Bao in Bangalore and food at Farzi Cafe in Gurgaon, whips magic with flavours.

Tips to avoid nausea in the gym

Avoid redecorating the gym walls by using these handy tips befor your workouts.

Tips to organize a house party

Check out some useful tips that will help you to organize house party in a much better and organized way.

How to prevent a debilitating headache from ruining a perfectly nice day

Migraine can be quite a pain, but you can arrest it with a few precautionary steps taken in advance.

Tips to spice up your love life

Spending more time watching telly with your wife than cuddling in bed? Six ways to spice up your love life.

Pamper your feet with this basic footcare routine

Your feet bear the brunt of your weight, and are susceptible to everything from calluses to athlete's foot, so why don't you pamper them every once in a while?

Hopes high as Cutty Sark docks in India

In a first in the brand's history, the celebrated Scotch blend will be bottled and marketed on non-Scottish shores.

Moonshine Cafe and Bar offers delicious food in an interesting setting

An interesting setting, appetising food and quite a lot of surprises- there's much to enjoy at Moonshine Cafe and Bar!

Beyond fish and chips

A Taste of Britain at Taj Palace

Latest SmokeHouse Deli restaurant is not so hot

To be fair, the decor is different (to an extent), but that aside, the menu is quite dull and predictable.

Don the threads of royalty with Bandhgala jackets

The bandhgala has evolved extensively over the centuries. Designer Raghavendra Rathore speaks on the perfect way to don these threads of royalty.

Denim makes a comeback to rule fashion charts

Versatile, trendy and comfortable, denim continues to rule the fashion charts. Go ahead, shake off the blues and break a few rules to wear it like never before.

Column: Straight jacket

I believe jackets are an essential that every man should have in his wardrobe, whatever may be his lifestyle, says designer Giorgio Armani.

Useful tips to fold shirts the right way

Here are some useful tips on how to fold your shirt perfectly before you go outside.

Tourbillon QP 3797BR from Breguet effects an intuitive display of the indications

The classique Tourbillon QP 3797BR from Breguet effects an intuitive display of indications without compromising on its inherent charm.

Must haves in fashion and lifestyle, from gadgets to accessories to home decor

BT More brings you the must haves in fashion and lifestyle, from gadgets to accessories to home decor.

Stock your wardrobe with these new-age classics

Do your dirty denims accompany you from pillar to party? Take a leap of faith, and stock your wardrobe with these new-age classics.

Geoffrey's set to excite foodies with new Lebanese, Mexican additions

With new Lebanese and Mexican additions, Geoffrey's is set to excite foodies all over again.

Top 4 must-have beach products

BT More brings you the top beach products to buy for a relaxing sea-side evening or coastal vacation.

'Main challenge is to find staff for Woodland Hospital'

The hospital's founder Dr Werlok Kharshiing set up a nursing institute, called the Woodland Institute of Nursing, in 2007 to deal with talent shortage.

Sundev Appliances' tie-up with Electrolux was a turning point for the firm

Sundev Appliances MD Devanand Balasubramanian says, the company's tie-up to distribute Electrolux' Kelvinator brand helped the company expand its market reach.

BT-Yes Bank best SME Survey: How we did it

More than 100,000 SMEs applied for the awards. A total of 4,307 companies made it to phase II. There were 39 companies vying for the 15 awards. Finally, 13 emerged winners.

Eskay Speciality Chemicals has grown 35% annually over two years

The company, which posted revenue of Rs 45 crore in 2013/14, has grown about 35 per cent annually over the past two years.

Maharani Paints aims at Rs 132 cr gross sales in this fiscal

Maharani Paints, under the leadership of its Chairman B.R. Bhatia, has leveraged the technology so well that waste paint contributes six per cent of its top line.

VAV Life Sciences stands for cutting edge R&D

The company has tied up with some 100 medical and educational institutions, including BITS Pilani and Punjab University, for research and to work on innovative products.

SEE Linkages focuses on green practices

To dispose off waste that it generates, the company has tied up with an industry body that collects the waste once every 15 days.

Monarch is only catalyst firm in India authorised to treat nickel waste

Monarch buys all the spent catalyst, largely hazardous waste, from its clients, recovers the nickel using environmentally sound processes and sells it back to them.

Tuareg Marketing aims to expand in eastern, southern states

Tuareg has grown five times over the past decade and aims to cross Rs 100 crore in revenue in 2014 and is now looking to expand to neighbouring countries such as Bangladesh and Nepal.

Centre for Sight aims to open 10 branches in 2014

Dr Mahipal Sachdev wants to build presence of Centre for Sight across India by 2020. Today, it has 49 centres across north, central and west India.

iConcept Software Services has carved a niche for itself

The technology provider, which has provisional turnover of Rs 25 crore, offers IT solutions to agribusiness companies and farmers alike.

Raman Roy is a serial BPO entrepreneur

Quatrro's customers do not have to install or buy software from IT product companies like SAP and Oracles. They are bought by Raman Roy, and processes are created around it, which are then implemented for its customers.

La Opala eyes 20 per cent CAGR for next five years, says MD

The first company to realise the potential of opal glassware in India, La Opala's profit increased from Rs 1 crore in 2007-08 to Rs 30 crore in 2013-14.

MSME Summit 2014: Policy framework need revamp to ensure growth of SMEs

Ever since the MSME Development Act 2006 came into vogue, prices of equipment have doubled. This calls for doubling the upper limits of the classification of SMEs as different sectors have different investment needs.

Tips on best airlines, tourist destinations, travel apps

Are you a frequent flier? BT More gives you tips on best airlines, tourist destinations, travel apps and more happenings in the world of tourism.

Important events in September which you don't want to miss

Have a look at the most siginficant events going to take place in the month of September.

Mobile recharge, payment applications gain traction

Mobile recharge and payment applications have become popular and it may just be the beginning.

Beauty and grooming industry is booming in India

The beauty and grooming industry in the country is booming, thanks to the growing desire among both men and women to look stylish and feel good.

Debate: Will the government's new approach to achieve financial inclusion work?

Will Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new scheme and Reserve Bank of India's move to allow NBFCs to act as banking correspondents result in financial inclusion?

Having it all doesn't mean doing it all: Padmasree Warrior

We just announced a $40 million early stage investment for India innovation, specifically dedicated to start-ups. We have invested in a Mumbai-based analytics company called Covacsis. It is unique for Cisco.

BT CEOs at lunch: Discussing the government's FDI stance

Seven top industry honchos at BT's lunch meet in New Delhi discuss 'India's FDI Stance: Free or Calibrated Approach to Opening Up?'.

Women power brings change to corporate India

The awards ceremony of the Most Powerful Women in Indian Business 2014 brought together the very best in the country.

Tata Motors banks on JLR to shed its old skin

Not too long ago, Tata Motors vied with Hyundai India for the position of number two to Maruti Suzuki. For some time, its position has been in free fall.